By the old riverbed of the Narew, there is a place where trees rustle beautifully, the air smells of the forest, and moose may cross your path. Here, during World War II, was the border between the General Government and the Third Reich. Here it is worth forgetting about the rush, repeating in your head the mantra "I don't have to do anything", put on your waders, arm yourself with binoculars and peep at nature without filters.
Admittedly, after a storm, there may be no electricity, dogs bark, birds give concerts on nearby branches in the morning, there are mosquitoes, sometimes flies, but it is still wonderful. A titmouse has made its nest quite near the terrace, a hooting owl patrols the neighbourhood at night, and the air smells of pine trees. In the morning you must sit on the terrace with a cup of coffee and a book, in the afternoon you can eat in a hammock or on the grass and look at the swaying trees. Evenings invite you to light a fireplace or a barbecue.
It is worth going to this forest garden even for a weekend because everything is just a stone's throw from Warsaw, and the house is exclusively shrouded in holy peace.
We are giving you the keys to a three-level house with a terrace and almost 1,000 square meters of plot located in a pine forest.
We made four double beds for you (one double bed and three fold-out sofas), so we can accommodate up to 8 people. If you need to place the youngest family member in a baby cot, let us know - we will prepare it for you.
At the very top, on the top floor, there is a bedroom with a double bed - you have to climb up, but you have peace and some privacy.
On the middle floor there is a living room with a sofa bed and a bathroom with a shower (with a high shower tray where you can easily bathe your children). We have prepared towels, cosmetics and a hairdryer in the bathroom so that you can lighten your luggage. From the living room you can go out to a large covered terrace, which we have equipped with a lounge set where you can take a nap, read a book, listen to the forest or listen to another person over a cup of coffee.
There are steep stairs between the floors, so be careful with the little ones!
At the lowest level there is a kitchen (with a small sink, so it is more convenient to use the dishwasher), a dining room with an emergency sofa and a hanging armchair. We also have a room with a fold-out bed, a chess table and a huge terrace window that allows direct access to the forest garden, making organizing a picnic on the grass even easier.
Your dogs (in any quantity) will be safe with us because the entire plot is fenced and what's better - you can't dig a hole that easily! To keep the grass green so you can walk on it barefoot, we have provided a dog poop bin and ask you to clean up after your pets.
We also take care of your vehicles, there is a two-station shelter on the plot that protects against rain, snow and falling cones, branches and resin.
To make things not so perfect, we warn you that there are flies, mosquitoes and ticks here - just like in the forest. And there is no way they won't be there, so protect yourself with insect repellents and check your body after returning from walks so as not to bring any stowaways with you. One bedroom is adjacent to a hydrophore, which can be turned on at night if you use water at that time - it may be disturbing for light sleepers.
We also observe night silence and invite you inside after 10 p.m. for loud conversations.
We encourage you to take your kitchen Master Chef with you, because we do not cook. We provide you with a fully equipped kitchen where you can prepare your favorite meals. There is a hob, kettle, dishwasher, toaster, and an Italian coffee maker, for everyone who cannot imagine a day without the aroma and taste of coffee.
If you adhere to the principle of "I do not eat anything" and you value shopping directly from producers, then there are farms close to us, where you can stock up on fresh vegetables, fruit, eggs, cold cuts and meat. Nearby (3.5 km) there is also a Mangalica farm - pork, the taste of which was appreciated by Gordon Ramsay (animals do not live in cages, they can be bred only in free range, which translates into higher quality and taste of the meat). There is a real market held three times a week in the nearby Legionowo, attended by farmers from all over the province.
Gluten lovers will be happy to visit nearby pizzerias - there are several of them, some you can even go to with your pet.
Every Sunday you can also go for a family brunch at the nearby Riviera restaurant, we also have food with delivery (sushi, burgers, pizza), and there are grocery stores nearby
The slow rest version includes: reading books in a hanging chair or in a hammock, breakfast on the terrace, organizing a picnic on a blanket, playing a game of chess at a chess table, spending the evening by the fireplace or barbecue.
We also have something extremely relaxing. We started cooperation with a masseuse and a reflexologist. Mrs. Katarzyna provides a massage service with transport to our cottage. It also organizes anti-stress workshops, which can be an interesting diversification of the evening.
Active people can choose: hiking, Nordic walking, cycling, sunbathing, fishing, kayaking, bunker climbing in nearby Janówek, horse riding and even sailing.
Lovers of water, swimming and sunbathing have certainly heard about the nearby Zegrze Reservoir with a beach in Nieporęt (in summer it is filled to the brim with sunbathers). You can rent equipment for all water sports there. However, if you prefer a more intimate atmosphere, an interesting alternative is the beach in Wieliszew (8 km). If you are into extreme sports, great experiences await you in nearby Trzciany. There you will find a water ski lift with equipment rental. However, if you do not want to share the river bank with anyone, there are many wild beaches on the Narew River. We have proven places and we will be happy to share them.
If you love wildlife you will not be disappointed. In the nearby forests you can easily spot numerous roe deer, wild boars, foxes, hares, hedgehogs and even moose. You can also put on free waders (men's and women's sizes) and go with binoculars to the nearby Narew oxbow lakes and swamps to spend time even closer to nature. There are many species of birds living in the immediate vicinity (including great tits, blue tits, robins, linnets, owls, storks, herons, buzzards, jays, nightingales). The pleasant bird song can be heard constantly from dawn to dusk. Bird concerts are loudest in spring and summer, just sit back in a hammock and listen.
There is a free outdoor tennis court in nearby Łajska (you just need to make an appointment and bring your own equipment). You can also visit family rope parks located in Pomiechówek and Jachranka. In Pomiechówek there is a complex with a nature trail, a rope park and a beach - Park Dolina Wkry.
In the Wieliszew commune, three tourist and patriotic trails have been designated with a total length of 160 km, and the most convenient way to travel them is by bike. The routes have been designed in such a way that both history enthusiasts and nature lovers should be satisfied. In addition, there are approximately 100 km of designated bicycle routes. Two adult bicycles will be at your disposal. One of them has a seat for children up to 20 kg.
In autumn, the Festival of Social and Cultural Activity of Villages takes place, where you can listen to local legends and try regional cuisine. The festival is held every year in a different town in the Legionowo district. It is worth visiting the Goose Festival in Legionowo (with a mini town of old crafts) and ProgRockFest, which proves that rock music is more than just playing guitar. You can listen to music that is not on the front pages of newspapers or TV charts.
What’s there for children?
Children are very welcome, although we don't really see them much, because they disappear among the trees for days. They spend hours following the routes of ants, watching birds and ever-busy squirrels jumping between trees. The favorite resting place of the little ones is the hammock - it is in it that further play plans are devised.
Walking around the area, you may encounter grazing cows and horses that are friendly and never despise fresh carrots. If you feel like a short trip, there is Dynioland with Smyków Farm about 9 km from us. As the owners describe, the goal of their activity is to shape nutritional awareness and promote a healthy lifestyle. In addition, yoga and meditation classes are held here regularly for the elderly.
We also prepared badminton, blocks and games for the whole family. And just over a kilometer away there is a playground with houses, slides, swings and climbing frames.
The house has a cot, a highchair and a changing table, and a high paddling pool will facilitate bathing.
However, if you are looking for something sewn especially for families with children, we have created a second home - Masuria Warsaw Family. The cottage is located in the same village, but closer to the river and lake. Blackberries and wild strawberries grow on the plot. In the house you will find comfortable stairs with safety railings, a stationary cot, a children's corner with a lot of toys. In addition to a high chair, a changing table, a podściku, there is also a bathtub, a rocker, and a sensory mat. There is a cottage and a place for hammocks in the garden.
What’s there for employees?
For those who come to us for a longer period of time, we decided to create a comfortable place to work. We placed a solid wooden desk and a swivel chair in the living room. So that you can work comfortably without losing sight of the fireplace and trees. The Internet works well and has already handled many teleconferences.