June 15, 2026, 12:52 pm | Read time: 4 minutes
Out of the city and into the green! For many Berliners, Brandenburg has long been a popular alternative, and it’s also becoming an increasingly popular destination for people from further afield. Now, a truly unique property is going under the hammer at Deulowitzer See: the former Waldhotel Seehof Atterwasch. It is set to be auctioned as part of a real estate auction. The expansive area not only offers plenty of space and its own lake access but also has a storied history. Sound like a nice retreat? Before you check your finances, it might be a bit too large for a vacation home…
Waldhotel Seehof Atterwasch to Be Auctioned
More information about the area can be found on the website of the Deutsche Grundstücksauktionen AG as well as in a detailed exposé on Immoscout, where the auction is already being officially advertised. The former Waldhotel Seehof Atterwasch is located in the district of the same name, Atterwasch, in the municipality of Schenkendöbern in the Spree-Neiße district. You might be familiar with Deulowitzer See, a popular excursion destination in the Lusatia region. The expansive site is surrounded by nature, with dense forests and fields inviting you to take a stroll. Nearby, you’ll find a functioning village infrastructure.
The property covers an impressive area of about 14.6 hectares. Additionally, it boasts a shoreline several hundred meters long along the lake. The buildings, some of which are under historical protection, include a historic lake villa, a former forester’s house, an apartment building, several bungalows, and an old water tower.
What Is Known About the Hotel’s History
The sources on the exact history of use are somewhat fragmented. This is not uncommon for properties with a varied history of use over many decades, which were later privatized and eventually abandoned.
It is known that the Waldhotel Seehof Atterwasch was built in the first half of the 20th century. The complex began as a half-timbered building and was expanded over the years with additional buildings and structures, gradually forming the current ensemble.
It is also known that it was used for a long time as a destination for excursions and recreation. On the outdoor platform “Komoot,” a user mentions that the area was only accessible to certain groups during the GDR era. Reportedly, it was used as a vacation residence for the SED party school and later, after reunification, continued as a hotel. However, these details are not confirmed.
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Area Closed for Many Years – Now Up for Sale
The former Waldhotel has been vacant for many years. Today, it is a typical “lost place” in the region, a deserted and decaying site. But it could soon be more than that.
The property is set to be auctioned in Berlin on June 26, 2026. The auction starts at a minimum bid of 495,000 euros, and it is highly likely that the final purchase price will be significantly higher. After all, the area offers enormous potential, especially for tourism, due to its location and considerable size.
However, it is still primarily one thing: in need of extensive renovation. Particularly in the areas of electricity, heating, and water pipes, extensive measures are likely required. The same applies to the roof. Furthermore, the permissible long-term use depends on the zoning and usage rights to be clarified. A former hotel, for example, cannot automatically become a private residence. And as mentioned, parts of the ensemble are under historical protection, so renovations cannot proceed without prior consultation with the relevant authorities.