The “Alte Schule” vacation home combines historic charm with modern living comfort. In a lovingly preserved building, guests can enjoy spacious rooms, stylish furnishings, and a quiet location—ideal for a relaxing vacation.
Perfect for small families or couples looking for unique accommodations with character. The “Alte Schule” vacation home combines historic charm with modern living comfort and offers its guests an extraordinary vacation experience in a special atmosphere.
In this lovingly preserved former school building, the character of bygone eras meets high-quality, well-thought-out amenities—ideal for relaxing days in a peaceful setting.
As soon as you enter the house, it becomes clear that great importance has been placed on space, light, and quality of living. Spacious rooms, high ceilings, and harmonious furnishings create an open, pleasant living environment. The living area, with its cozy seating, invites you to relax and serves as the central gathering spot for spending time together.
The fully equipped kitchen offers everything you need for self-catering and makes cooking together an integral part of your stay. An adjacent dining area provides space for convivial evenings.
The house has two bedrooms, one with a double bed and one with a bunk bed. The combination of functional amenities and a cozy design ensures restful sleep and a peaceful retreat.
The bathroom is modern and features a large shower, as well as ample space for daily comfort.
The outdoor area rounds out the amenities and invites you to linger. Seating areas provide a place to relax outdoors. Here, guests can enjoy nature, unwind, or wind down the day in good company. Westerbur is a small, quiet hamlet in the municipality of Dornum in East Frisia and is located just 3 km from the North Sea coast.
The surrounding area is characterized by vast fields, typical dike landscapes, and a pleasantly laid-back atmosphere—ideal for guests seeking relaxation far from the hustle and bustle. The nearest coast, with swimming opportunities and tourist amenities, is in Dornumersiel, which is just a few minutes’ drive away. Here you’ll find a beach, restaurants, shopping, and access to the Wadden Sea, an UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.
Excursions to the East Frisian islands are also easily accessible from here. The region offers numerous recreational opportunities: cycling on well-maintained paths through the coastal landscape; walks along the dikes and through small villages; mudflat hikes in the Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park; and day trips to islands such as Langeoog or Baltrum. Despite the quiet location, daily necessities are readily available.
Additional shopping options, bakeries, and restaurants can also be found in nearby Dornum. Larger towns such as Norden or Aurich are about 20 to 30 minutes away by car and offer additional shopping opportunities, cultural attractions, and medical care.
Conclusion: Westerbur is the ideal location for a relaxing North Sea vacation with easy access to the coast, nature, and attractions—quietly situated, yet easily accessible.

House Rules/Pricing Info:
Additional services available upon request for a separate fee, bookable directly with the landlord:
- Linen package: €18.00 per person
- Dornum tourist tax (main rate, adults 16 and older) 15.03-31.10: €3.40 per person per night
- Dornum “Neben” visitor’s tax (adults 16 and older) 01.11-14.03: €1.70 per person per night
- Dornum “Haupt” visitor’s tax (children 3–15 years) 15.03-31.10: €2.10 per person per night
- Dornum Additional Tourist Tax CHILD ages 3–15 01.11-14.03: 1.00 € per person per night
- Dog / Pet: 35.00 € one-time fee