Discover the best holiday rentals: self-catering villas, charming holiday homes and unique apartments Germany
The beauty of staying in a holiday home lies in the rhythm you set for yourself. Whether it's a minimalist beach house, a secluded stone cottage or a design-led villa with sweeping views, these spaces offer the freedom to live like a local, but with more style, privacy and intention, be it for couples, families or groups of friends. At Secretplaces, we seek out holiday homes and villas that stand out for their architecture, ambience and setting — places where the materials matter, the light is right, and the atmosphere invites calm. From refined apartments in historic cities to countryside retreats framed by olive groves, our handpicked selection goes beyond the functional. These are spaces with soul. Whether you're preparing a slow breakfast in a sunlit kitchen, enjoying the quiet of a mountain chalet, or watching the sea change colour from a villa with a pool, the essence is always the same: considered design and the luxury of simplicity. Each place in our collection has been handpicked for its style, soul, and sense of place.
Boutique holiday homes, villas, and self-catering apartments — curated with care:
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Holiday Apartments - Medium BudgetA farmhouse with a feel-good guarantee: d'Kammer in Illerbeuren (Allgäu) enchants its guests with tradition, style and architectural sophistication, which can be found in every corner of this heartfelt project. Guests young and old can come here to relax, have fun or even work, far away from the routines of everyday life.- Countryside
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- 6 properties
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- from 185 EUR
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Hotel & Self-Catering - High BudgetGreat city hotels are often located in the trendiest, liveliest areas of town and yet remain a total oasis of peace. The Ackselhaus stylish self-catering apartments are a case in point. The location here happens to be the renowned Prenzlauer Berg,...- City
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- 35 rooms
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- from 266 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Medium BudgetTake a break in the clearingBuilt in 1730, the estate is situated in the beautiful Allgäu region on a sun-drenched clearing, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. With finesse and an eye for detail, the Hohenegg estate has been brought into...- Countryside
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- 4 properties
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- from 189 EUR
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Aparthotel - Medium BudgetDip into the exciting urban jungle of Hamburg and get yourself a well-designed apartment for your exciting city getaway! “August - the boardinghouse” offers beautifully decorated apartments in the middle of Hamburg’s vibrant city life. The flats a...- City
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- 15 properties
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- from 170 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - High BudgetOpened in 2019, Chiemsee Chalet is comprised of 8 beautiful chalet suites, all decorated in traditional alpine style and overlooking a stunning natural view of lush alpine meadows, mountain forests, the glacial Lake Chiemsee and the Wendelstein an...- Mountain
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- 9 rooms
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- from 333 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Medium BudgetBuilt in 1900, the classical ensemble of two connected houses was completely renovated in 2015-2017, successfully preserving the key features whilst achieving modernization and sustainability. The house has been optimized for maximum living comfor...- City
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- 33 properties
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- from 210 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - High BudgetThe Gorki Apartments are located in Berlin's trendy centre and are surrounded by bars and cafés. Guests are offered a self-catering accommodation with an elegant décor and free WiFi. Each apartment comes with a contemporary design and feature...- City
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- 36 properties
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- from 225 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Medium Budget- Germany
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- Bavaria
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Are you looking for a place of peace, perfection and nature? Then the house Haidl-Madl is your perfect secret place for the next relaxing break from everyday life.This island of tranquility welcomes you with an unique combination of peace, relaxat...- Countryside
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- 3 properties
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- from 175 EUR
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Bed and Breakfast & self-catering - Medium BudgetPrices for this hotel are shown as estimates (minimum to maximum). They change regularly depending on a number of factors, including availability, so please check availability to get your best up to date rates. The name Honigmond is a play on...- City
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- 36 rooms
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- from 214 EUR
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Hotel & Self-Catering - High BudgetBerlin is an exciting city. It has a unique buzz about it and some gems to discover when it comes to hotels. One such gem is the Louisa’s Place, a turn of the century mansion renovated to become an elegant hotel consisting of 47 suites / apartm...- City
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- 47 rooms
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- from 275 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Medium BudgetSituated in a small side street, this boutique hotel is the perfect tranquil spot from which to explore the Old Town of Nuremberg. There are four spacious apartments, each one unique, furnished with original art pieces and all include either a ter...- City
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- 4 properties
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- from 165 EUR
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Holiday homes villas - Medium BudgetAre you looking for a secret place that combines the typical charm of the rough north sea with historical buildings and pure nature? Then, the Ostseehof Langfeld is your next secret place to be, where you can enjoy a stay with privacy in one of th...- Coast
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- 5 properties
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- from 180 EUR
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Holiday home villa - Low BudgetThe Swanen Hus is one of the most historic buildings on the island of North Frisia, lovingly renovated in an old forge with unobstructed views of fields and dikes.The holiday home can accommodate up to 6 guests on more than 160 square meters. The...- Island
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- 6 people
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- from 150 EUR
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Holiday Apartments - Low BudgetBerlin's incomparable flair and its vibrant energy are exactly what The Charming by Curt Suites represents with a twist of modern design. Perfectly located in Germany’s capital, the stylish rooms and the rooftop area literally bring a breath of fresh air into your next city trip hunt.- City
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- 14 properties
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- from 92 EUR
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Holiday home villa - High BudgetIn the midst of the beauty of Sylt, the holiday home Wenning35 awaits you - an oasis of peace and luxury that is perfect for your family holiday, a workation or a short trip to the island. From an excellent concierge service to lavish furnishings,...- Island
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- 6 people
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- from 390 EUR
Our short listed lodgings
Below you will find some more lovely accommodations we have recently discovered and that we will publish soon. You can book them through booking.com in the meantime.
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Apartments or whole Villa - High BudgetThis former farmhouse, now a vacation home on Lake Starnberg, embodies an ideal retreat with over 175 sqm of space. It has 3 individual bedrooms, 3 additional sofa beds, and 3 modern bathrooms. The home boasts 2 cozy fireplaces and 2 balconies. Additional amenities include a wine cellar, a sauna, and a spacious garden with a terrace. The maximum occupancy is 9 people.- Countryside
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- 9 people
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- from 595 EUR
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Apartments or whole Villa - Medium BudgetIn Bayrischzell, the Schmiedhof offers a serene retreat in Geitau, where Brigitte Schmied and her family welcome guests in eleven unique apartments that blend tradition and modern design. Surrounded by nature and tranquility, guests can enjoy the beauty of the surroundings and carefully chosen details, such as a distinctive fire ring in the garden, reflecting the place's commitment to hospitality and art.- Countryside
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- 6 properties
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- from 165 EUR
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Hotel & Self-Catering - Medium BudgetEngelwirt combines listed architecture with modern design and art. Hightligts are the central location in medieval Berching and regional breakfast options for a special culinary flavour.- Countryside
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- 15 rooms
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- from 230 EUR
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Bed and Breakfast or whole Villa - Medium BudgetThe old floorboards, large French doors and high windows of the Gut Pohnstorf create an atmosphere that is as stately as it is spacious – with a wonderfully informal atmosphere throughout the premises. The seven holiday suites are furnished with a charming mix of antique furniture and contemporary design. The sauna in the vaulted cellar invites you to relax – and the extensive garden offers countless cosy corners for lounging, reading, playing boules or swimming in the pond behind the house.- Countryside
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- 7 rooms
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- from 189 EUR
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Aparthotel - Low BudgetThe Locke at East Side Gallery in Berlin-Friedrichshain has stylish studio flats with a kitchenette and living area, ideal for short and longer stays. Located directly on the banks of the Spree River, guests enjoy a beautiful view of the East Side Gallery. The lodging has a gym, a restaurant and a cocktail bar that invite you to linger- City
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- 176 rooms
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- from 93 EUR