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Description
Built in 1914, the house has been carefully and lovingly renovated to preserve its original character as much as possible.
Doors and stairs are still in their original condition and invite you to take a tour.
We have therefore already been pleased to receive reviews from guests who particularly appreciate the flair of bygone days in their chosen holiday home.
Thank you for that!
Our love of detail, without wanting to overload - just a little off the usual "mainstream", find out...
The co-owner's passion for watercolour painting inspired her to design the interior as a gallery. Here you will find her own works as well as paintings by international artists.
Although the house is located in the middle of Germany, it exudes a bit of "Old England" charm - not only for fans of Rosamunde Pilcher.
Squirrels, hedgehogs and butterflies also feel at home here!
If you are looking for a moment of deceleration, you will certainly find it in the GALLERY COTTAGE.
And if you only want to come as a couple, you don't have to share the holiday home with other guests at the same time.
Your privacy is very important to us...
For more info, please feel free to visit our PRIVATE HOMEPAGE gallerycottage.co.uk
DETAILED DESCRIPTION:
Your 4-star domicile is ideal for 2-5 people.
On approx. 90m² living space you will feel at home.
The spacious living room on the ground floor is furnished with a comfortable couch, 43" flat screen TV and a stereo system as well as a Blue-Ray player.
In the same room is the country-style dining area, with seating for up to 8 people.
The adjoining kitchen is fully equipped:
- Electric cooker (with oven)
- dishwasher
- microwave oven
- Refrigerator (with freezer compartment)
- Coffee maker, toaster, kettle
- Sufficient cutlery and crockery
There is an additional guest toilet in the entrance area.
You reach the upper floor via the lovingly decorated staircase.
Here you will find 2 separate bedrooms and the bathroom.
Twin room:
2 separate comfort beds provide pleasant rest and sweet dreams.
Triple room:
Equipped with cosy comfortable double bed..
...and single bed, separated by wall and door.
Sleeping facilities
Rooms and Facilities
This is what this accommodation offers you
sleeping facilities
Indoor area
Outdoor area
For families
For dogs & pets
Services
Other equipment
suitable for
Condition
sustainability
This accommodation meets 7 of 12 sustainability criteria.
Arrival/Location
Arrival and distances
lake 1 kilometer
1 kilometer
ski lift 20 kilometer
20 kilometer
distance to next shop 0.1 kilometer
0.1 kilometer
restaurant 0.5 kilometer
0.5 kilometer
centre of the village 0.5 kilometer
0.5 kilometer
bus station 0.1 kilometer
0.1 kilometer
distance to next airport 120 kilometer
120 kilometer
distance to next railway station 1 kilometer
1 kilometer
distance to next motorway 10 kilometer
10 kilometer
Location and surroundings of object
The village of Oberkotzau
Market town of Oberkotzau (approx. 5500 inhabitants)
The first lords of Oberkotzau were the noble family of the von Kotzau, a knightly dynasty that had great wealth and prestige and played an important role in the area. Their privileges included high court jurisdiction in the village and the imperial sanctuary, a place of refuge for lawbreakers - with the exception of adulterers and murderers - who could await the court's decision there unmolested. It has not been used since 1760 and was officially abolished in 1799. Other trading privileges were the right to hold markets and permission to settle Jews. A field name provides information about a former Jewish burial place. The von Kotzau family were, among other things, bailiffs of Hof and on the Epprechtstein.
Nearby
Only about 220 m away from your holiday home you will find a well-stocked supermarket. This includes a bakery, which is also open on Sunday mornings. Next to this area is a bus stop; travel directions Hof or Schwarzenbach/Saale. In the summer months from May to September, the Terassenfreibad am Schlosspark promises a refreshing dip at a low price for the whole family.
Please also visit the homepage of the Oberkotzau market.
free time activities
Guidelines
Optional Services
Consumption-dependent charges
Note that additional usage-based utilities may apply please.
For questions please contact the host.
0,35 € per kWh
Advice by the landlord
| check-out: | 11:00 |
| rental deposit: | 40 % at time of booking |
| final payment: | on arrival |
additional information about rental price:
| Bed linen, towels and tea towels are included in the rent. Also internet, garage/parking space as well as water consumption and residual waste. In addition, we charge an electricity/heating flat rate of EUR 0.35 per KWh. This is recorded exactly via a visible extra meter and is to be paid in cash on departure. For the final cleaning 50 EUR extra are to be paid Should there be an unexpected SHUTDOWN by the government/authorities during the Corona crisis prior to your arrival, you will be refunded your deposit STORNOFREE. |
Cancellation terms:
Free cancellation possible up to 10 days before the arrival date.
additional information:
Leisure, Sport & Culture:
- Local recreation area Untreusee
- Hiking and cycling in the Fichtel Mountains
- Little Berlin", the former divided village of Mödlareuth
- Trips to the neighbouring Czech Republic (golf courses)
- Kulmbach, Plassenburg (pewter figurine museum)
- International Hof Film Festival (October)
- Hof Folk Festival (July)
- Various possibilities (Franconian Forest, Franconian Switzerland) within a radius of approx. 50 km
- Bayreuth ( Wagner Festival)
House rules
Parties / Events not allowed
Non-smoking domicile
Pets not allowed
Max. Occupancy: 5 persons
Not suitable for children under 5
No commercial use or subletting
In case of key loss we have to charge a lump sum of 100€, as the door lock has to be changed for security reasons.
Self-catering
availability
free occupied arrival or departure
last updated on: 04/21/2026
17 reviews
Overall assessment
August 2025
Familie B. from Sulzbach
Lovingly furnished cottage
We spent a week in the Gallery Cottage, and we lacked nothing. The house is cozily furnished and very clean, and the kitchen is very well equipped. The hosts are super nice and always ready to help.
recommend for: seniors, holiday with children, cultural and sightseeing holiday
Answer from Family K. Volkmer:
Liebe Ballmanns,
herzlichen Dank für die Super-Bewertung. Wir freuen uns sehr, dass es Euch hier gefallen hat
und vielleicht Euer Urlaubsweg mal wieder ins GALLERY COTTAGE führt....
Charly und Denise Volkmer
July 2025
Heiner B. from Düsseldorf
Recommended
The house is top renovated and well-equipped for comfort and living. Everything is tidy, no "legacy issues" from the previous tenant, not even in the kitchen. Heating and hot water are electric. Terrace outside around the house with seating and awning. Location in the village is quiet and good, however currently (2025) there is hardly any dining options (Greek restaurant Athos highly recommended). Bus and train connections are good. Garage space available or parking on the street. The landlords are very friendly, helpful, and not intrusive. We felt very comfortable as guests despite the very frequent rainy weather and can highly recommend the accommodation.
recommend for: holiday with children, holiday without car, cultural and sightseeing holiday
December 2024
Henrik S. from Hamburg
Great time in Oberkotzau
We spent New Year's Eve at Charly and Denise's vacation rental and were completely satisfied. The accommodation was very clean, cozy, and the hosts were exceptionally nice and helpful. Despite a heating issue caused by us, Charlie reacted quickly and resolved everything wonderfully. We can absolutely recommend the accommodation and would be happy to return!
Best regards,
The Schmidt Family
recommend for: adventure and experience, holiday with children, cultural and sightseeing holiday, skiing holiday
Answer from Family K. Volkmer:
Liebe Schmidt-Family,
vielmals Danke für Euren Aufenthalt und die tolle Beurteilung hier.
Wir würden uns sehr über einen erneuten Besuch von Euch im GALLERY COTTAGE freuen.
Grüße in den Norden
Charly und Denise
September 2024
Maximilian L. from Unterhaching
Beautiful house
The house and location were ideal for relaxing and sightseeing. The landlord was very nice and helpful.
recommend for: cultural and sightseeing holiday
Answer from Family K. Volkmer:
Liebe Birgit, lieber Maximilian,
wir möchten uns sehr bedanken für die Super-Bewertung und für Euren Aufenthalt hier
bei uns im GALLERY COTTAGE. So nette Gäste wie Ihr - gerne wieder bis zum nächsten mal
vielleicht... man sieht sich?
Herzliche Grüße aus Oberfranken von
Charly und Denise Volkmer
GALLERY COTTAGE
July 2023
Sabine K. from Wiesenweg 9, 97236 Randersacker
Thank you!
Dear landlord!
We had a wonderful stay at Gallery Cottage. Even though we had two weeks of rain, we had a good time. It was even better that we had the wood stove...
The house was super clean upon arrival and everything we needed was available, including unusual things for vacation rentals, such as parchment paper, dishwasher tabs, dishcloths, spices, etc.
The furnishings are very tasteful with great pictures and beautiful furniture.
It is also convenient that there is a grocery store and bakery just around the corner. By the way, the ice cream parlor in town is also great.
Thank you very much, we can only recommend the cottage!
Best regards, Sabine and family
recommend for: holiday with children
Answer from Family K. Volkmer:
Liebe Sabine und Familie,
tausend Dank für die Top-Bewertung; wir haben uns sehr darüber gefreut.
Ihr seid sehr angenehme Gäste und jederzeit wieder herzlich willkommen hier im Cottage. Hoffentlich meint es der "Wettergott" dann etwas besser mit Euch!
Herzliche Grüße aus Oberfranken
Charly und Denise Volkmer
GALLERY COTTAGE
Contact
Company Gallery Cottage
Family K. Volkmer
Host since: 08/07/2018
response rate: 100%
response time: under 12h
Contact languages: German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portugiesisch
Service times: Mo.-Fr. 09:00-19:00; Sa. 09:00-18:00
listing #: 173415
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Last updated: 24.04.2026
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«Gallery Cottage ( **** stars DTV)» achieves a holiday rating of 5 (rating scale: 1 to 5) at 17 submitted reviews.