It is located in the municipality of Coevorden, about 9 km north of the city.

[3] Oosterhesselen is an esdorp which developed in the early Middle Ages.

[4] It was first mentioned in 1207 as Oesterhelsel, and refers to the common hazel tree.

[4] The 450 hectares (1,100 acres) forest around the estate has become a nature area.

[9] The town hall dates from 1912, and forms a single building with the mayor's residence.