Sustainable living & saving: House with ELW (interest joker), high-end technology 2022 & 1300m² plot

This spacious detached house with granny apartment, built in 1997, combines flexibility, sustainability and quality of life on an impressive plot. With a total living area of approx. 165 m² and a spacious plot of effectively over 1,300 m², this property in the Ernsbach district of Forchtenberg offers the perfect space for large families, multi-generational living or a combination of living and working.
Highlights of the property
- Plenty of space for everyone: 9 rooms in total .
- Hybrid heating system (2022): Modern Weishaupt gas heating combined with solar thermal energy and a water-bearing Brunner wood-burning stove.
- Handyman's paradise: Garage with integrated workshop and work pit.
- Granny apartment: Approx. 60 m² in the basement including its own sauna - ideal for renting out or for relatives.
- Pure nature: Huge plot with garden shed, fire pit and 5,000 l rainwater cistern.
First floor
The center of family life
The heart of the home is the open-plan living and dining area with direct access to the sunny terrace. A bedroom and a separate office enable barrier-free living on one level. The daylight bathroom is modern with a walk-in shower and bidet. Practical: a guest WC is also available.
Second floor
The children's paradise
With six bright rooms, this floor offers maximum flexibility - whether as a children's room, hobby room or home office. A private bathroom with bathtub and bidet completes this level.
Basement & granny apartment approx. 60 m²
The separate granny apartment has a living room, kitchen, bedroom and a bathroom with walk-in shower. The absolute highlight is the house's own sauna. The boiler room and other storage rooms are also located here.
Technology & special features
The property has excellent energy efficiency:
- Brunner fireplace technology: the water-bearing fireplace feeds the heat directly into the 1,000-liter buffer storage tank. In combination with the solar thermal system and the new Weishaupt gas boiler (2022), you can enjoy maximum independence and low energy costs.
- Outdoor area: There is a massive, covered storage area for firewood and equipment under the terrace. The garden offers a real oasis of well-being with a barbecue area and fire pit.
FINANCING JOKER: Your house that pays for itself!
The integrated 60 m² granny apartment is your biggest advantage in the current interest rate situation. By renting it out (or using it as an office/generational living space), you can cover a considerable part of your monthly loan installment. In mathematical terms, the granny apartment reduces your burden as much as if you were buying a much cheaper house. This makes home ownership affordable and easy to plan for in 2026!"

Location: Forchtenberg-Ernsbach
The property is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac - a safe haven for children. Ernsbach impresses with its location in the picturesque Kocher Valley, one of the most charming regions of Hohenlohe.
- Infrastructure: Kindergarten and elementary school are within easy walking distance.
- Connections: The centers of Öhringen, Künzelsau and Schwäbisch Hall as well as the A6 freeway are within easy reach.
- Leisure: Vineyards, forests and hiking trails are right on the doorstep.
Whether you are a craftsman with space requirements, a large family with space worries or an individualist with a love of nature: this house covers all needs. Thanks to the modern technology and excellent state of maintenance, you can move in here without any major renovation backlog.