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24/5000 Life on the knight's castle
Exterior
Bathroom
Bathroom
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 8135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Bensheim, HE
  • Staatspark Furstenlager
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Lorsch Abbey
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Sea of Rocks
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Griesheim (ZCS)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Living on a knight's castle

A beautiful apartment, furnished with great attention to detail. Fully equipped kitchen, terrace with a fantastic view of the Rhine plain. Who doesn't want to spend the night in a castle? In addition, a variety of offers from our experience gastronomy. Our knights' meal, fondue evenings, BBQ and more are particularly popular. v.m

The apartment is particularly popular for weddings. Celebrate into the morning and then fall straight into bed.

Let the unique backdrop of Auerbach Castle and medieval performances take you back in time.
For more than 25 years now, Junker Andreas and his castle ghosts have been organizing rustic knights' feasts, mounted tournaments and spectacular fire magic in the castle ruins. In our castle tavern you can enjoy regional specialties while the mountain road is at your feet.

Lots of space for 6 to 8 people.
From the 7th We charge € 20.00 per person extra.
Cot € 10.00, per dog € 20

We are looking forward to your visit.
Pietralla family

Property manager

Malte Hölzel

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Keine Junggesellenabschiede
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Pets

Pets allowed
(Das Mitbringen von Katzen ist nicht gestattet.)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Keine Junggesellenabschiede
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bensheim

Located in Bensheim, this apartment is in the mountains. Darmstadt State Theatre and Darmstadt Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Staatspark Furstenlager and Starkenburg. Travelling with kids? Consider Stadion am Bollenfalltor and MIRAMAR. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, hiking and cycling nearby.
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Bensheim, HE

What's nearby

  • Staatspark Furstenlager - 10 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lorsch Abbey - 18 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Sea of Rocks - 20 min drive - 14.5 km
  • MIRAMAR - 26 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Frankensteins Castle - 28 min drive - 23.7 km

Getting around

  • Bensheim-Auerbach Station - 14 min drive
  • Mannheim (MHG) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪India Palace - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blauer Aff - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kirchberghäuschen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Alte Dorfmühle - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Eiscafe Dolomiti - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Living on a knight's castle pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Living on a knight's castle?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Living on a knight's castle?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Living on a knight's castle located?

This family-friendly Bensheim apartment building is located in the mountains, 1.9 mi (3 km) from Staatspark Furstenlager, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sea of Rocks and Starkenburg. Saint Peter's Church and Lorsch Abbey are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kerry-Anne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect holiday accommodation and location
This place is absolutely amazing and perfect for us. We are a family group of 5 adults, so the space and tranquility are wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wade T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We slept in a caslte
This place is so cool. I need to bring my children back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andreas J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Lage, Renovierungsbedürftig
Die Lage ist super, man über die ganze Rheineben schauen. Auf der Terrasse ist der Lärm der Straßen zu hören, es ist gerade noch okay. Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt genossen. Aber der Preis ist eindeutig zu hoch, denn: Im Bad ist an den Silikon fugen etwas Schimmel. Im Wohnzimmer ist das Sofa durchgesessen. Im Essensbereich ist die Wand voller Spritzer oder Macken. Steckdosenabdeckungen sind unschön und zum Teil defekt. Kaffeemaschine mussten wir erstmal gründlich reinigen, war grenzwertig.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Izabela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Geburtstags get away mit Mädels
Es war soooo wunderschön ! Wir hatten den ganzen Schloss für uns alleine . Die Wohnung an sich ist wunderschön mit einer Terrasse mit traumhaften Aussicht ! Würde super gerne wiederkommen
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Castle adventure
It was an amazing experience. The facilities are excellent, the view is breathtaking. My family and i would like to visit and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dirk S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara S., Oak Creek, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Castle living
Absolutely amazing experience!!!! Malte and his staff was exceptional. There’s just something about staying in a historic place that puts you back in time. Can’t wait to visit in summer
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan S., Cedarburg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!
What a fantastic place all of my guests were overwhelmed with the beauty and amenities at the castle apartment. The description of the washer and dryer usage could’ve been slightly more clear, but was made available.. Thank you so much to the property, managers, the owners and the community we would love to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Gretchen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Unique visit but hard to get into the rooms
Unique place to stay and the castle itself did not disappoint. But although we were able to use the checkin instructions to find the key to enter the entrance and building, we were unable to easily enter the actual building we were to stay in. No one greeted us. The place was completely empty. So remained outside our apartment without the ability to connect with the owners by email or phone. Our phones had little to no reception up on the hill and it was frustrating that so much time was spent just trying to get inside. After finally getting a return call much later from the caretakers/owners we learned that the trick to the door to get inside is to pull the doorknob towards you while turning the key. This is not obvious and very tricky. This extra information should have been put in the check-in instructions. Print out the instructions before arriving so you don’t need to rely on your phone/email to get inside. It was a bit cold and there isn’t much heat in the place so bring warmer clothes to make your sleep more comfortable. The place is not lit very well outside so bring a flashlight if you go outside. Beds were not comfortable but were clean. Only smaller autos can easily enter through the lovely wooden castle doors. Pull in your mirrors if you have a larger van like us. Would we stay again? Yes, absolutely. How often can you stay in the fortress of an abandoned castle? But I would plan better in advance to have a more enjoyable time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Detlef B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sensationell
Die Lage und der Ausblick ist einfach phantastisch. Sehr schön eingerichtet und große Schlafzimmer! Die Fotos bringen das gar nicht so rüber.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine G., Fort Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
When I booked this stay, I thought it sounded like a cool experience, but it is so much better than I even expected. After the doors close, you basically have private access to the castle. The views are amazing and it's a once in a lifetime opportunity. The apartment itself is clean, comfortable, and well appointed. We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisanne J., Köln

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Familientreffen auf der Ritterburg
Wir hatten einen fantastischen Aufenthalt auf der Burg mit einer wunderschönen Aussicht auf den Herbstwald und einer beeindruckenden Halloween-Feuershow. Vielen Dank für diese schöne Unterkunft!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyrell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My own castle
It was even better than I could have hoped for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exceptional views in all directions from our large balcony. What an experience exploring the castle grounds after hours. Awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein Traum wird wahr
Die Unterkunft hat unsere Erwartungen übertroffen. Wir waren zu acht dort und hatten nichts zu bemängeln.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B., Nashville, TN 37211

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique Stay
What a wonderful opportunity to stay in a castle! The apartment was comfortable for our family of 8. It was so neat to be able to walk around like we own the place. Everything was as described in the ad and it was easy to communicate with the managers. Highly recommend for anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent and Yolanda L., Malaga, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorable and fun
One night, really fun. We had the place to ourselves, kids loved it. Very unique!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!
The apartment was perfect for our family of 7. Responsive host. Beautiful balcony, which alone is worth the price of admission! Castle was so fun to explore and it was great to be able to enjoy it after hours. I wish we could have stayed longer!! We hope to come back someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t beat the atmosphere!
You couldn’t ask for a better place to stay. It was great to be there with the castle and the view is spectacular. The highlight of our trip to Germany.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
We had 8 adults in our party and had plenty of room. All of the beds were comfortable and the comforters were perfect. The view was spectacular, especially at night. We had the castle to ourselves at night, so if you can wander the premises at night. The managers did speak English, so it was easy to communicate. I do recommend the dinner offered at the Castle. I believe it is offered on Saturday evenings.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn L., Boulder, CO, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay at the Castle
We really enjoyed our quick stay here and wish we had time for longer! A huge apartment that very comfortably fit our 6 people. Gorgeous views, very well equipped kitchen, and loved using the fireplace. Highly recommend this very unique experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Toll
Toll
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbi S., Vancouver wa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fairytales are real
Staying in the castle and being able to employee it and the surroundings on our own was amazing! Truly a unique experience. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ralf H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kurzaufenthalt
Sehr schöne Lage, liebevoll und komplett eingerichtet, gerne wieder
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolle Unterkunft in besonderer Umgebung
Es war ein sehr schönes Wochenende in einer besonderen Umgebung. Für die Kinder perfekt, aber auch für uns Erwachsenen war es toll. Wunderschöner Blick von der Terrasse.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Malte Hölzel

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We are passionate hosts and look forward to seeing you. Already the third generation is already on board.

Why they chose this property

There are endless hiking trails on the sun-drenched mountain road, and you'll stay in a real castle like the knights before. A dream for the smaller guests. Castle Auerbach has already been awarded several times for its medieval gastronomy experience. Zulest we have at "My Local Dein Lokal" place 1 can prove.

What makes this property unique

- In the middle of nature
- Fantastic view over the Neckar valley
- Great food
- Centrally located
- endless hiking trails

Languages:

English, German
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