“… It is still really quiet here ……” The former estate is located in the wooded hilly landscape of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park near the town of Leersum. Access to the vast forests of the Darthuizerberg is an experience in itself and there, at the end of the semi-paved forest avenue, amidst the forests of the nature reserve, stands the Darthuizer. The Lodge gives the real outdoor feeling. It offers a view over the pasture with horses amidst the beautiful forests. The area offers the opportunity for endless walking and cycling. The nature house is equipped with luxury and comfort and offers the opportunity to relax. It is also wonderful to enjoy a good night's sleep in Royal Auping beds. In the vicinity there are many attractions: the nature reserve is rich in ancient estates and castles and also offers many activities for children.

National Park Utrechtse Heuvelrug is one of the 21 national parks in the Netherlands and is the second largest forest area in the Netherlands. “150,000 years ago, ice and water pushed up masses of earth and stones, forming a ridge in the middle of the Netherlands. On this ridge you stand in the largest forest of the Randstad and you have a view over the river landscape. Here history can be felt everywhere. Because of the many estates and castles, but also because of the great military significance that the area has had. Because of its location and beauty, the Utrechtse Heuvelrug has been a place where people can relax and get new energy for centuries. It is not without reason that wealthy city dwellers built their country estates here; close to the city but still surrounded by nature. History is cherished here, while at the same time everyone can experience the ridge in their own way.