House

Fusenhof

Kirchzarten, Black Forest, Germany

Fusenhof is located in the middle of the Black Forest on a farm meadow of over 3,500 square meters, surrounded by meadows, fruit trees and the wooded valleys of the surrounding area.

From every window, the view opens directly onto the greenery: across to the Zastler Valley, to the Kandel mountain, or over the meadows surrounding the farm. Anyone arriving here quickly realizes that this place is more than just an ordinary holiday home. The Fusenhof is a piece of Black Forest history that has grown over many centuries and has now been made accessible again.

A Black Forest farmhouse was never intended as a prestigious building. It was a place of work and life for farming families, a thoughtfully designed utilitarian structure meant to ensure their survival. Proximity to water, sufficient timber, and sunny pastures for livestock were crucial. This original function still shapes the character of the house today. The Fusenhof was not transformed into a modern luxury property, but rather renovated with respect for its history. The furnishings are deliberately simple, high-quality, and individually crafted, reflecting the clarity and tranquility of a traditional farmhouse.

What makes this place special is the interplay between the old building fabric and modern design. The nearly 260-year-old doors, the wide white fir floorboards, the wood with its unique feel and scent, the winding rooms, and the gentle creaking of the house all speak of times gone by. In winter, the crackling of the stove adds to the atmosphere, making it clear that this farmstead has not only been restored but continues to live on.

The renovation of this special place was a major project. The roof alone covers almost 1,000 square meters. The desire to preserve a piece of cultural heritage and share it with others was central to the undertaking. Today, the Fusenhof offers ample space for retreat, exploration, and arrival. It is a place that cannot be grasped in just a few hours, but rather tells a new story with every detail.


Rooms + Rates

per night
holiday homefrom450 €

Characteristics

  • Historic Black Forest farmhouse in the heart of the Black Forest Nature Park
  • Surrounded by meadows, fruit trees and green valleys
  • Over 3,500 m² of courtyard meadow with many quiet spots
  • Large traditional smokehouse kitchen with long table
  • Orchard meadow, many trees and plants on the grounds
  • Numerous excursion and leisure opportunities are available in the immediate vicinity: hiking, cycling, nature experiences and discovering the Black Forest landscape.

holiday home
3 bedrooms
Own kitchen
Children welcome
Wi-Fi
Disabled access
no Pool
no pets

Sustainable

Architecture

The renovation of the Fusenhof was a task that demanded considerable time, experience, and sensitivity. With a historic timber-framed building like this, every alteration also represents an intervention in the original structure and therefore had to be carefully planned and implemented with respect for the farm's history. Almost five years passed from purchase to completion, during which continuous work was carried out on preservation and careful restoration. Only regional craft businesses were involved in the project.

Environment

The farmstead was not only renovated in accordance with its listed building status, but also with energy efficiency in mind, achieving approximately the KfW-70 standard. Instead of new construction, the existing building structure was preserved and modernized for the future. The farm is heated with pellets, and energy-efficient LED lighting keeps electricity consumption low and covers it with green electricity. Waste is separated, and water from the farm's own well is used to irrigate the garden. The grounds are also maintained in a natural way: the orchard is preserved and regularly supplemented with new trees. For the owners, the protection and development of natural areas and forests are part of a responsible approach to the environment. Forests and old-growth trees play a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity and sequestering CO₂. Thus, the Fusenhof combines the preservation of historic buildings with a long-term perspective on the environment and climate.


Features

  • Holiday home for up to 6 people (more on request, max 10 people)
  • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet
  • Well-equipped open kitchen
  • Large terrace
  • Living room with wood-burning stove
  • Ground floor is wheelchair accessible
  • Minimum stay of 4 nights

Location

By car

From Freiburg, it's about a 20-minute drive to Fusenhof (14 km). From Karlsruhe, it's about 1.5 hours (147 km), from Stuttgart about 2 hours (181 km), from Munich just under 4.5 hours (347 km), from Basel about an hour (81 km), and from Zurich about 2 hours (139 km). The exact address can be found on the website.

By public transport

The nearest train station is in Kirchzarten. From there, take a bus towards "Oberried, Hofsgrund, Todtnau". From the "Geroldstal" bus stop, it's just a five-minute walk to the farm.


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