Space for 2 + 2 
Cockpit with flight simulator 
Private sauna 
Saxon Switzerland 10/10
“A truly extraordinary place! The location with its view of the Bastei is beautiful and...”
Stay in an aircraft holiday apartment. From €349 per night.
AIRCRAFT
STAY
A retired aircraft.
For up to 4 guests.
Book it as your holiday home.
AN–2 · ALTENDORF
Flight simulator in the cockpit.
Sauna beneath the wing.
Sauna beneath the wing.
Space for 2 + 2
Cockpit with flight simulator
Private sauna
Saxon Switzerland
BALU CARGO SERVICE
Join Captain Balu’s crew.
AN–2 / ALTENDORF
Real glimpses. Straight from our garden.
An aviation adventure
for the whole family.
Step into the cockpit together. Take on a mission as a team. Then the whole crew sleeps on board.
In our restored Antonov An-2, you sleep inside an aircraft, fly simulator missions and unwind in your private sauna beneath the wing. Outside, the rocks of Saxon Switzerland and a mini-golf course await.
02 / YOU’RE IN CONTROL
TODAY
YOU’RE THE Pilot.
Flip the switches. Take the controls. Complete a mission together.
In the restored original cockpit, vintage aircraft technology meets a modern simulator. Five themed missions await. Your flight adventure begins with a briefing and checklists.
ORIGINAL COCKPIT. NEW ADVENTURES.
5 MISSIONS
YOUR CREW
A PILOT’S CERTIFICATE
03 / LAND. AND STAY.
YOUR BED.
On board.
In the evening, the aircraft becomes your own little retreat.
A 1.40 × 2.30-metre bed awaits in the tail. The dining area converts into an extra sleeping space. There is also a kitchenette and an onboard toilet.
Good to know: the extra sleeping space is a converted seating area. This is still a real aircraft, with limited room and plenty of character.
Is the Antonov right for us?
04 / UNWIND AFTER LANDING
SAUNA.
BENEATH THE WING.
Just for you.
After the mission, warmth and tranquillity await.
Your private sauna and shower cabin with toilet sit right beneath the wing. On the terrace, there is time to sit together, take a breath and make plans for tomorrow.
05 / EVENINGS BENEATH THE WING
LANDED SAFELY.
Barbecue on.
Sit outside. Share a meal. Make the day last a little longer.
After your outing, the garden awaits. With a barbecue spot, your Antonov beside you and the option of dining at the “Heiterer Blick” restaurant.
06 / YOUR DESTINATION
A WORLD AWAY.
So close.
Altendorf. Saxon Switzerland.
With nature right on your doorstep.
The terrace lies along the Malerweg hiking trail. The national park is about 400 metres away. Go hiking, explore the rock formations or simply stay in the garden: tomorrow is yours.
See our location
REVIEWS AFTER THE STAY
Hear from
our guests.
Guest reviews · Excerpts
Real experiences from our aircraft holiday apartment.
10/10
“We stumbled upon Arik’s airplane pretty much by accident. We were in total shock when we...”
10/10
“We had a lovely stay at the Antonov im Garten holiday apartment. Especially wonderful...”
10/10
“It was a very interesting adventure. The owner welcomed us with a glass of a cheerful drink...”
9/10
“The host was very warm, reliable and always available. It couldn’t have been better. The...”
10/10
“Absolutely everything! From arrival to departure, it was a dream! Antonov im Garten is a real...”
10/10
“An unusual place ;) ideal for aircraft enthusiasts. The host is very helpful and...”
10/10
“The facilities, everything very well maintained and furnished with great attention to detail. Very...”
10/10
“We received a very friendly and unusual welcome, and the crew chief took plenty of...”
10/10
“A fantastic idea, brought to life even better. The simulator incorporating the original...”
10/10
“WONDERFUL, the host’s manner and this dream of something truly special come to life”
10/10
“It was a wonderful experience. The owner gave us a very warm welcome and introduction...”
10/10
“We spent 2 nights in the ANTONOV. It is simply something very special, just...”
10/10
“An unforgettable experience! The feeling of being in an aircraft, the sauna and the Elbe Sandstone panorama, much better...”
10/10
“Amazing experience!!! Highly recommended!!!! For young and old!!!!”
10/10
“Simply everything”
10/10
“Anyone looking for an original place to stay will definitely find it here. A great experience and a...”
10/10
“An unforgettable experience. Everything clean, next to the aircraft there is a shower and 2...”
Translated review excerpts.
As featured in:
In the media
From the first idea to a night on board: the press has followed our story. Read the reports here.
Original articles in German.
TAG24 ·
An aircraft in the garden: the idea
TAG24 reports on Erik’s plan to turn the Antonov into a holiday apartment.
Read article: An aircraft in the garden: the ideaSächsische Zeitung
Work begins on the interior
A look at the conversion of the retired aircraft in Altendorf.
Read article: Work begins on the interiorSächsische Zeitung
The Antonov is ready for guests
How an unusual project became a holiday destination.
Read article: The Antonov is ready for guestsTAG24 ·
A night in the newly opened Antonov
A report on a family stay shortly after the opening in summer 2021.
Read article: A night in the newly opened AntonovSächsische Zeitung
A visit to the aircraft holiday apartment
Sächsische Zeitung features an overnight stay in the retired Antonov.
Read article: A visit to the aircraft holiday apartment
GIVE THE GIFT OF
Anticipation.
An aircraft adventure to unwrap.
For a birthday, a wedding or just because: have Antonov gift materials sent to you by post.
10 € for materials & postage
Gift materials by post: €10 including materials and postage. Accommodation is not included and must be booked and paid for separately.
Order gift materials
Can I arrange breakfast?
Breakfast is available externally: during the high season, ask the neighbouring country restaurant on arrival about breakfast. It is not included in your stay.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are not allowed in the Antonov. Please plan your stay without your animal companions.
Can I stay in winter?
We do not offer overnight stays in the aircraft during winter. Available dates are shown in the booking calendar.
How many people can stay?
The Antonov sleeps 2 + 2 people. There is a 1.40 × 2.30-metre bed in the tail. The extra sleeping space is created by converting the seating and dining area; it is not a full second bed.
Do I need flying experience?
You receive an introduction and use the simulator checklists. All missions take place in the cockpit on the ground; the aircraft does not take off.
How comfortable is the aircraft?
Expect a distinctive glamping experience. Space is tight; it may be uncomfortable, particularly for guests around 1.90 metres tall or weighing 100 kilograms or more. Air conditioning helps on hot days and makes an audible sound. As we are in a village, you may also hear the neighbouring farm.
Where are the shower and toilet?
There is a toilet on board. Directly beneath the right wing, you also have your own shower cabin with a toilet and a large washbasin. The sauna is there too.
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Speak directly with your host Erik Herbert0049 162 42 77 161