The spacious house sleeps 8-10 people and facilities including a whirl pool, sauna and wood burning stove with views out over the heath land and dunes. Free access to the local water park is also included. Campsite pitches and cosy chalets across Denmark also benefit from excellent facilities and low prices with swimming pools, spas, sports equipment and activities such as horse riding.
 
Denmark is awash with fantastic family attractions - both indoor and out - to satisfy even the most demanding children. A particular favourite is Fårup Sommerland, an adventure park with a pleasant woodland setting that's home to roller-coasters, rides, amusements and an enormous Aquapark (complete with wave machine) at Blokhus on the West Jutland coast. There's more watery fun to be found at Atlantis Waterland, a tropical, indoor aqua park with water slides and swimming pools at the Skallerup Holiday Centre.

Animal lovers could head to Aalborg Zoo to encounter more than 1,200 animals representing 138 species; or Randers Rainforest, an indoor tropical safari featuring 200 different animals and 450 kinds of plants. Alternatively, come face to face with wild animals in their natural environment on a Seal Safari on the Wadden Sea - a guaranteed child-pleaser.

summer when the countryside is at its most verdant. The thousands of kilometres of broad, white sandy beaches are the primary draw, offering unlimited family fun in a safe and unspoiled environment. Many of the beaches have EU Blue Environmental Flags, meaning that water quality and great facilities are guaranteed.

Beyond an endless list of beach activities, there are cycle paths through picturesque forests and heath lands to discover, as well as more adventurous pursuits like horse riding through the dunes or surfing among the breakers.

As well as attractions and activities, there are always plenty of special events to appeal to the family market. This year, for example, marks the 1.300th anniversary of the town or Ribe, a place known for its strong Viking heritage. Celebrations are scheduled throughout the summer, with a particular highlight being the Viking battle re-enactments that will take place in the second week of July.

Key attractions in Ribe include the Viking Museum and the nearby Viking Centre, home to a reconstructed Viking village - although the town's quaint, cobbled streets lined with colourful, half-timbered houses are an attraction in themselves.

Ribe is also a gateway to the Wadden Sea, which is due to be announced as Denmark's third National Park this September on account of its diverse wildlife (including the country's largest seal population) and stunning natural beauty. The Wadden Sea Centre organises a range of guided tours throughout the year and families can hire one of the ‘Activity Carts’ to take down to the sea flats to fish, dig and learn about the area. The cart comes with a waterproof illustrated book to identify any creatures that they find.