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Camping in Cologne and the surrounding area

Sternehütte bei den Heidschnucken!

Germany-53894 Mechernich

In the beautiful Eifel region: The cabin full of stars, which we affectionately call the 'Sternehütte,' is located right next to our sheep pasture. Here you can enjoy a wonderful night's sleep, cook a little something, and just get cozy… 😊. The cabin sits on the meadow behind our farm, offering unobstructed views of the countryside. Spread across the large meadow, there are also pitches for our camper guests. The cabin is more of a 'glamping' accommodation than a traditional holiday home and does not have its own bathroom. A shower, toilets, and a large washing-up sink are located in the sanitary building about 55m away, which is also used by our campers. Our 400-year-old farm is located on the outskirts of Wachendorf, at the foot of the North Eifel. Here you will find plenty of space on the large, mown lawn, a campfire in the evening, a clay sauna for relaxing, products from our Heidschnucke sheep, BBQ packages, and chilled drinks. We look forward to welcoming you! The cabin is equipped with a spacious double bed and two sofa elements (sleeping surfaces: 67x150cm and 67x195cm) that can be used as extra beds. Bed linen and towels are included. Inside the cabin, there is a kitchenette with a 2-burner hob, a standard fridge, and a dining table, as well as basic equipment including pots and pans, a kettle, knives, cooking spoons, a selection of teas, a French press, crockery, glasses, and cutlery for 4 people. Fresh water and a sink are available in the sanitary building 55m away. A 20-liter canister of drinking water is provided inside the cabin. The sanitary building is 55m away and is shared with our camper guests. It features a beautiful and spacious outdoor shower (with hot and cold water and comfortable privacy screening), a large sink, and separate toilets with washbasins for men and women. Additionally, an indoor shower with a unisex toilet is available in the main farm building.

What makes this place special

Ernst about the place

The exciting hiking trails of the EifelSchleifen and EifelSpuren lead directly past Wachendorf.
You can see the Bruder Klaus Field Chapel, built by Swiss star architect Peter Zumthor, right from your pitch – it's only 800 meters away!
A true highlight on our farm is always in spring when the lambs of our White Horned Heath Sheep are born. They arrive under the open sky and are soon playfully frolicking on their feet. Once they're a bit bigger, the whole lamb gang gathers every evening and races across the meadow. You can truly see the joy they have!
Our historic four-sided farmstead in the Eifel region is also home to our workshop for tuned chimes. Here, you can get a fascinating glimpse into the production of our handcrafted chimes and sound instruments.
In our factory store, you can play and try out all our tuned chimes, gongs, and singing bowls, as well as resonant instruments from around the world and our extensive, cozy 'Stars' collection.
An evening in our clay sauna! We built our sauna ourselves. It's heated by a wood-burning stove, and you can enjoy the pleasant warmth radiating from the clay walls while gazing out into the garden. We offer exclusive use of the sauna for a flat fee of €70. This includes: wood for firing, lighting and heating the sauna, and an introduction to its operation.

Your host

Ernst

Top HostHost since 2 years

Wir leben in der wunderschönen Eifel auf einem 400 Jahre alten denkmalgeschützten Hof und großer Wiese mit viel Platz für unsere Gäste und unsere Heidschnuckenherde. Da wir begeisterte Dachzeltcamper sind, freuen wir uns selbst immer über attraktive und vor allem naturnahe Stellplätze.

Speaks German, English

Camp overview & facilities

Toilet next to camp (≤ 5 min.)

Regular Toilet

Waterless Toilet

Regular Shower

Outdoor shower

Power available

Power is included in price

Small devices only

Access for camping vehicles

Extension cord required

Fireplace available at camp

A grill grate is available

Firewood is sold on site

Drinking water

Kitchen

Picnic table

Covered common area

Waste disposal

Dishwasher

Washing machine

Heating

Sauna

Pool

Hot tub

Parking directly at the camp

Grey water disposal

Black water disposal

Dogs welcome

Dog camp

Dogs only on leash

Children welcome

Children's camp

Wi-Fi

Mobile reception

Linen/sleeping bag available

The cabin is equipped with a spacious double bed and two sofa elements (sleeping surfaces: 67x150cm and 67x195cm) that can be used as extra beds. Bed linen and towels are included. Inside the cabin, you'll find a kitchenette with a 2-burner hob, a standard fridge, and a dining table. It comes fully equipped with pots and pans, a kettle, knives, cooking spoons, a selection of teas, a French press, and crockery, glasses, and cutlery for 4 people. Fresh water and a sink are located in the sanitary building 55m away. A 20-liter canister of drinking water is provided inside the cabin. (If you need anything else, just let us know—we live on the farm and are usually around to help.) Outdoor Area & Fire Pit On the large, freshly mown lawn, our guests share the space harmoniously. You can sunbathe, relax, play, or use the fire pit and grill. A table, chairs, and a beautiful parasol are reserved exclusively for you right by the 'Sternehütte'. There is an open fire pit 15m from the cabin. A wheelbarrow full of firewood is available for €15. Sanitary Facilities The sanitary building is 55m away and is shared with our camping guests. It features a beautiful and spacious outdoor shower—with hot and cold water and comfortable privacy screening—a large sink, and separate toilets with washbasins for men and women. Additionally, an indoor shower with a unisex toilet is available in the main farm building. The Clay Sauna We built our sauna ourselves, and it is heated by a wood-burning stove. You can enjoy the wonderful, gentle heat radiating from the thick clay walls while looking out over the garden. We offer exclusive use of the sauna for a flat fee of €70. This includes the firewood, lighting and heating the stove, and a brief introduction on how to use it.

Offers from Ernst

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Offers from Ernst

Included extras are already in the price – add anything else right here.

Power access

Clay sauna

70.00 € per piece

We built our sauna ourselves. It is heated by a wood-burning stove, and you can enjoy the soothing warmth radiating from the clay walls while looking out over the garden. We offer the sauna for exclusive use at a flat rate. This includes: firewood, lighting and pre-heating the stove, and a brief introduction on how to use it.

Booking information

Check-in

from 14:00 | latest 20:00

Max. 2 guests per accommodation

Check-out

until 11:00

Overnight stays

Min: 2 nights | Max: 30 nights

ReceptionWelcomed by host

You can cancel up to 30 days before the latest check-in time on the arrival day. The refund includes the booking amount minus 1.5x the displayed Nomady fee. The cutoff is the latest check-in time of this spot — not midnight. Cancellations apply to the entire booking including extra products. Partial cancellations are not possible. Cancellations are only accepted via the designated cancellation tool. Verbal or written agreements cannot be taken into account. You can find out how to cancel in our FAQs.

Rules

Check-in 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Please always arrange an appointment. Kindly stop before the small stop sign, give us a call, and wait there; we will come to pick you up. Under no circumstances should you stop or park on the alpine path or on the neighboring property!

Check-out is strictly between 10:00 and 11:00 AM. Please come to the factory shop and ring the bell. We are usually in the factory shop or the office around the corner from 9:00 AM, and from 10:00 AM on weekends. If you can't reach anyone, please call us at 02256 300 790 or 0177 888 25 02 before you depart.

Please help us keep the property as clean and tidy as you would like to find it yourself.

We have a large, freshly mown lawn where all guests are welcome to organize activities together. While we don't have a written set of house rules, we do maintain clear expectations regarding tidiness and cleanliness.

Dogs are welcome to roam freely if they are well-behaved; otherwise, they must be kept on a leash at all times.

Please note that flying drones is not permitted on our property and is generally frowned upon throughout the village.

Surroundings & Activities

Access

Possible without problems

Underground

Grass

Bakery

Farm shop

Café

Restaurant

Alp

Shopping facilities

In the large refrigerator in the shed, you'll find a selection of cold drinks—from local beers to Fritz-Schorle—available for self-service at reasonable prices. We also offer products from our own White Horned Heath sheep and other BBQ specialties. Additionally, in cooperation with a small local bakery, we provide a delivery service for fresh bread rolls. Just 200m away, there is a farm shop selling seasonal eggs, juice, fruit, and vegetables, as well as pasta and potatoes (please note: no dairy or bakery products). For a wider variety of shopping, Bad Münstereifel is only 3 km away. The town is famous for its outlet center, which is beautifully integrated into the historic old town.

Forest

Meadow

River

Lake

Mountains

Farm

Road

shady

Our peaceful, nature-filled meadow overlooks a pasture of Heidschnucke sheep and is located on the outskirts of Wachendorf, at the foot of the northern Eifel mountains. Here, you will find plenty of space on a generous lawn with unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape. Just 200 meters away, there is a farm shop offering eggs, seasonal vegetables, pasta, potatoes, and seasonal fruit (please note: no dairy products or baked goods are available). A wide range of shopping facilities can be found 3 km away in Bad Münstereifel. The town is famous for its outlet center, which is beautifully integrated into the historic old town.

Biking

Hiking

Climbing

SUP

Swimming

Fishing

Animal watching

Just 200m away, you'll find a charming farm shop offering seasonal eggs, juice, vegetables, and fruit, as well as pasta and potatoes (please note: no dairy or bakery products). For a wider range of shopping, the town of Bad Münstereifel is only 3 km away, famous for its outlet center beautifully integrated into the historic old town. You can spot the Bruder Klaus Field Chapel, designed by Swiss architect Peter Zumthor, right from our meadow—it's only 800m away as the crow flies. Ready for a swim? You're spoilt for choice with the Madbachtalsperre (14 km), Zülpich water sports lake (15 km), Freilinger See (29 km), Kronenburger See (43 km), and the famous Maare—the volcanic lakes of the Eifel (approx. 75 km). Take a trip back in time at the Kommern Open Air Museum (13 km), or discover everything about knights and medieval tournaments at Satzvey Castle, just 5 km further. The scenic 'Eifelschleifen' and 'Eifelspuren' hiking trails pass directly by Wachendorf. You'll find plenty of brochures and maps to take with you in the courtyard building, and we’re always happy to share a few local insider tips! 😊

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