The architecture of the farmstead tells its story of over 300 years of history. The typical Hessian three-sided farmstead with main house, barn, and stable has been completely preserved. During the renovation, great emphasis was placed on reusing as many original elements as possible – from historic cobblestones and old wooden beams to the natural stones that now define the courtyard and the well. The listed windows were also carefully restored and, like all the historic wooden elements, painted with traditional linseed oil paint. The color scheme is based on the original colors of the house, which were reconstructed as part of a restoration report. The choice of building materials also consciously focused on natural and regional resources. These included wood, clay, sand, and Taunus quartzite from a nearby quarry. The grounds are landscaped with drought-tolerant, insect-friendly plants, which are watered using a water-saving drip irrigation system.

Christiane and Roland Beer own a large orchard with many fruit trees in the village, grow vegetables in their own garden, and keep their own chickens. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with homemade jam and fresh eggs from their own flock. Fruit and vegetable scraps are not thrown away but fed to the chickens or composted. Any unusable leftovers are then used to create new garden soil for the vegetable beds. Regional products from the surrounding area also play a role: the hosts are both hunters and hunt in the neighboring hunting grounds. The game is processed by a local butcher into salami, bratwurst, and canned sausage, which are available for guests to purchase. For vegetarian guests, the hosts are happy to share fruit and vegetables from their own garden – freshly harvested depending on the season and sourced directly from the surrounding area.

During the renovation, the owners worked almost exclusively with local tradespeople – from carpenters and joiners to roofers, locksmiths, and heating engineers. The hosts consciously chose to strengthen regional trades and promote short supply chains. During the construction period, the tradespeople had access to a heated break room with a kitchen and bathroom, and on weekends, they regularly cooked and baked together. Beyond their farmstead, Christiane and Roland Beer are also active in their community. They regularly donate blood and volunteer to empty public trash cans in the surrounding areas. They also serve as election workers. Christiane Beer volunteers to teach German to refugees.

Instead of constructing a new building, the over 300-year-old structure was preserved and carefully enhanced with natural materials such as wood, clay, reed mats, lime, and sand from the region. This creates a healthy indoor climate: the rooms remain pleasantly cool in summer, and very little heating energy is required in winter. On cold days, a wood-burning stove, fueled with locally sourced wood, provides additional warmth. Waste is, of course, separated. For the owners, preserving historic buildings is a practical form of climate and environmental protection – entirely in keeping with the principles of historic preservation, which recognizes the conservation of existing structures as an important contribution to sustainable building.

The area surrounding the farmstead offers numerous opportunities for exercise, nature experiences, and relaxation. Just a few steps away are activities such as forest bathing and herbal workshops, as well as the Powerhouse Main-Taunus fitness center, offering Reformer Pilates, Reformer Cardio, Reformer Deep Stretch, Pilates Mat, and yoga. Individual sessions are available without a membership, and the hosts are happy to assist with booking. Thanks to its location in the heart of the Vorder Taunus region, many activities begin right at the doorstep. Numerous hiking trails, running routes, and trails for mountain biking, touring, and road cycling wind through the diverse landscape. The area is also ideal for walks and mindful experiences of the forest – without a long commute and surrounded by nature.