The norderdiekhuus is located in a fantastic, secluded natural setting, within walking distance of the beach, right next to the Tümlauer Koog nature reserve, which is part of the Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea. From the house, you can watch sheep grazing, observe storks in the meadows and, from autumn to early summer, enjoy the spectacular sight of wild geese resting.
The holiday home was built in 1850 as a typical local thatched cottage – the last building just beyond the town limits of Sankt Peter-Ording – and housed a dyke sheep farm until the 1980s. Around this time, a cattle dealer took over the former cottage and converted it into a functional holiday home. In 2021, it was put up for sale, at which point it was in dire need of renovation, and then underwent a complete refurbishment.
The traditional construction with its thatched roof has been enhanced with modern elements, particularly the striking gables clad in Corten steel, which echo the autumnal colours of the surrounding thatch.
The house consists of two flats – both are the same size, but thanks to the asymmetrically arranged Corten steel gables at the front, they have slightly different floor plans and each has its own colour accent. Large patio doors and the glazed gables open the flats to the south.
The natural garden, inspired by coastal vegetation, continues seamlessly into the open landscape to the south. Here, nature can be experienced first-hand, the beach is close by – and Sankt Peter-Ording with all it has to offer is only a short distance away.
What to do
Beach walks, beach volleyball, all kinds of water sports including stand-up paddleboarding, kite surfing and windsurfing, mudflat hiking, cycling tours (bicycles are available free of charge), excursions to the North Frisian islands and Halligen, bird watching, Dünentherme spa in St. Peter-Ording, excursions to Husum, Tönning, Friedrichstadt and Hamburg, horse riding, cooking together
Why we like this house
The combination of traditional thatched roofs, contemporary architecture and the immediate proximity to meadows and the beach makes a stay here truly special.
This house is great for
Families, couples who are friends, or small groups looking for a retreat close to nature while also appreciating the proximity to the beach and the amenities of Sankt Peter-Ording.
Sustainability
There is an electric charging station on the property, and St. Peter-Ording railway station is 3.5 km away.
Details
| Region | DE – Germany, Schleswig Holstein, North Frisia, St. Peter-Ording |
| Name | norderdiekhuus |
| Scenery | Amidst the meadows on the outskirts of St. Peter Ording, within walking distance to the beach |
| Number of guests | Two apartments, each with three bedrooms, accommodating up to six people per unit. The house can also be rented as a whole for a maximum of 12 guests. |
| Completed | 1850, renovation 2024 |
| Design | Grässlin & Hübner, Leck |
| Published | ELLE Decoration Spain (October 2025) |
| Architecture | Old & new |
| Accomodation | Apartment, Holiday home |
| Criteria | 1-6 (house/apartment), Beach, Dog-friendly, Family, Garden, Sauna, Sea, EV-charging station |
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Mein Mann und ich haben eine wunderbare Auszeit im norderdiekhuus verbracht. Das Haus entspricht den Beschreibungen und Fotos – nicht nur in den Details, sondern vor allem in der Atmosphäre. Es ist der perfekte Ort für Entspannung: Durch die großen Fenster blickt man direkt in die Landschaft, im Garten kann man herrlich die Seele baumeln lassen, die Natur und Ruhe genießen und Strandspaziergänge starten fußläufig direkt ab Haustür.
Besonders gefallen hat uns, wie stimmig und liebevoll alles eingerichtet ist – harmonische Farben und Materialien, die sich mit dem Blick nach draußen wunderbar in die Natur fügen. Wir haben viele Inspirationen fürs Interieur mitgenommen. Ein weiteres Highlight ist die außergewöhnlich gut ausgestattete Küche.
Wir waren und sind begeistert. Ein stilvolles, naturnahes Refugium zum Abschalten und Genießen. Klare Empfehlung – wir kommen sehr gerne wieder!
This house sounds absolutely stunning! The blend of traditional thatched roofs and modern Corten steel accents is breathtaking, and the location near the Wadden Sea is perfect for a peaceful yet vibrant getaway.