History of the House
Nearly 300 years of architectural history to experience
The vacation home is a heritage-protected half-timbered house in Wiesbaden-Auringen, built around 1728. When acquired, it was a ruin on the verge of collapse, but was elaborately restored rather than merely renovated.
Architectural Features
Architecture
The house is crooked and tilted. Especially on the first floor, you may experience a feeling of "sea motion." This is intentional and typical of the Baroque period.
The Staircase
The staircase resembles a fixed ladder more than a modern staircase with flat steps. Historically, people descended the staircase backwards, which is why the steps are "foot-deep" – this direction of movement is recommended.
Wooden Floors
All floors were elaborately restored, supplemented, and oiled.
Windows
The oldest window in the first-floor hallway is older than the house itself – already in 1728, used windows were recycled. The new windows were crafted after historical models with single glazing made of "antique glass."
Ceiling (Living Room)
The restoration was supported by the Hessian State Heritage Office. Original colored border strips were uncovered and preserved.
Experience history for yourself!