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Nature house in Balkbrug

Drenthe, Netherlands

Semi-detached | On a yard | Cottage
  • 6 persons
  • 3 bedrooms
  • WiFi
  • Pets not allowed
9.5/10
5/5

Welcome to our former barn, which we (Gijs and Anna) have transformed ourselves into a luxurious, comfortable, and romantic vacation home. The home, which sleeps up to 6 people, is spacious with its 3 bedrooms, 2 floors, and large living room, and features a private sun terrace with a veranda and its own very spacious, fenced-in play area. We took our time creating this unique space. The home is largely built from recycled materials. Our gas-free, eco-friendly vacation home is heated by a heat pump and powered by energy from our solar panels, which provide you with all the comforts you need during your stay. This house has its own parking area (for 3 cars) and a private entrance, so you’ll enjoy plenty of privacy. In this serene setting, there’s no room for parties, but plenty of space for outdoor play, fun, and a lovely evening under the starry sky by a campfire. So come unwind in a relaxing environment—and leave your boombox at home :-).
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Nature and surroundings

The accommodation is located at the foot (the "boot") of the Zwarte Dennen forest, and the beautiful Reestdal is also just a short distance away, perfect for a lovely walk. You really come here for peace and quiet and to enjoy nature, but of course there’s also plenty of room for fun. A short distance away, you’ll find the towns of Zwolle, Meppel, and Ommen, with a wide variety of places to eat and drink. Close to the accommodation is Brasserie De Boerderij, where you can enjoy a tasty snack, an ice cream, or a drink on the patio, along with a playground that’s open to the public. The Heuveltjesbosbad outdoor pool is also highly recommended. This pool has been named the most beautiful outdoor pool in the Netherlands twice. From our vacation home, there are countless cycling, mountain biking, and hiking trails. Feel free to ask us for recommendations. Be sure to check out the various local (farm) shops just a short distance from our vacation home for locally sourced meat, dairy, and fresh produce.
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Facilities

Bedroom 1
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
Bedroom 2
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Bedroom 3
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Accessibility
  • Parking (3x)
Utilities
  • Internet access (WiFi)
  • Internet
  • Heating (electric)
  • Drinking water
  • Hot water
  • Electricity
Outdoor
  • Garden
  • Garden (fenced)
  • Garden furniture
  • Terrace
  • Terrace (covered)
  • Garden doors
Entertainment
  • TV
  • Table tennis table
Children
  • Cot (1x)
  • High chair (1x)
  • Playground
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Oven
  • Gas stove
Bathroom
  • Sanitary facilities
  • Bathroom (1x)
  • Shower
  • Toilet

Location

Reviews

9.5/10
5/5
  1. Leontien
    August 10, 2026
    General rating: 10 /10

    We really enjoyed the lovely, cozy vacation home for 6 people.

    Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

    A beautiful, delightful, and private spot with plenty of space for outdoor activities on a large lawn.

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  2. Fam
    July 24, 2026
    General rating: 9 /10

    We’re giving this stay a 9 because we had an absolutely wonderful time. The cottage was clean, tastefully decorated, and fully equipped. The peaceful surroundings made it an ideal place to truly unwind.

    Communication with the host was pleasant, and everything was well organized. We felt welcome from the very first moment.

    The reason we’re not giving it a 10 is that there are always a few minor details that could be just a little better. However, that doesn’t change the fact that we wholeheartedly recommend the cottage and look back on our stay with great pleasure.

    Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

    We had a wonderful stay at this cottage in Balkbrug. The cottage is tastefully decorated, clean, and fully equipped. The peaceful surroundings make it a great place to truly unwind.

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  3. Daniela
    July 20, 2026
    General rating: 10 /10

    Gijs and Anna make you feel very welcome, and the homemade cider—Zie d’r—is highly recommended.

    Nature, peace & environment: 5 /5

    Beautiful, clean, cozy, and fully equipped.

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Reviews (4)
9.5/10
5/5

Good to know

Stay details
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM- 10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 8:00 AM- 11:00 AM
  • Contactless stay possible
Free cancellation within 7 days

Free cancellation within 7 days of your booking confirmation, provided the booking request was made more than 28 days before the start date. For bookings starting within 28 days, free cancellation applies within 24 hours. If you cancel within the specified period, you are entitled to a full refund of the booking amount.

After that, you will receive a partial refund of the trip cost and a 100% refund of the deposit:

• Up to 42 days before arrival: 70% refund
• 42–28 days before arrival: 40% refund
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refund
• On the day of arrival or later: no refund

Safety deposit

A deposit of €150.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.

House rules
  • Out of respect for nature: silence between 10:30 PM and 7:00 AM.
  • Minimum age of main booker: 21 years.
  • Smoking is not allowed in this nature house.
  • No fireworks are allowed at this Nature House.
  • No parties or events are allowed.
  • Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.

Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.

Nature house-ID

91732

Good to know
Stay details
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM- 10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 8:00 AM- 11:00 AM
  • Contactless stay possible
Free cancellation within 7 days

Free cancellation within 7 days of your booking confirmation, provided the booking request was made more than 28 days before the start date. For bookings starting within 28 days, free cancellation applies within 24 hours. If you cancel within the specified period, you are entitled to a full refund of the booking amount.

After that, you will receive a partial refund of the trip cost and a 100% refund of the deposit:

• Up to 42 days before arrival: 70% refund
• 42–28 days before arrival: 40% refund
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refund
• On the day of arrival or later: no refund

Safety deposit

A deposit of €150.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.

House rules
  • Out of respect for nature: silence between 10:30 PM and 7:00 AM.
  • Minimum age of main booker: 21 years.
  • Smoking is not allowed in this nature house.
  • No fireworks are allowed at this Nature House.
  • No parties or events are allowed.
  • Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.

Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.

Nature house-ID

91732

Sustainability

  • Energy label: A
  • Off grid or supplied with 100% renewable Energy
  • Built with natural building materials

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Facilities
Accessibility
  • Parking (3x)
Utilities
  • Internet access (WiFi)
  • Internet
  • Heating (electric)
  • Drinking water
  • Hot water
  • Electricity
Outdoor
  • Garden
  • Garden (fenced)
  • Garden furniture
  • Terrace
  • Terrace (covered)
  • Garden doors
Entertainment
  • TV
  • Table tennis table
Children
  • Cot (1x)
  • High chair (1x)
  • Playground
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Oven
  • Gas stove
Bathroom
  • Sanitary facilities
  • Bathroom (1x)
  • Shower
  • Toilet
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
Bedroom 2
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Bedroom 3
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
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What does “contactless stay” mean?
You can stay here without personal contact with the host, for example via a key safe or digital access. A contactless stay does not always have to be mandatory.
Free cancellation within 7 days
Free cancellation within 7 days of your booking confirmation, provided the booking request was made more than 28 days before the start date. For bookings starting within 28 days, free cancellation applies within 24 hours. If you cancel within the specified period, you are entitled to a full refund of the booking amount.

After that, you will receive a partial refund of the trip cost and a 100% refund of the deposit:

• Up to 42 days before arrival: 70% refund
• 42–28 days before arrival: 40% refund
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refund
• On the day of arrival or later: no refund
Selection of activities
After each stay, we invite our guests to rate the nature house, the surroundings, and specific activities. An activity is only shown at a nature house if it meets two conditions: at least 20 unique reviews have been given, and at least 60% of guests gave a score of ‘amazing’ (3/4) or ‘wow’ (4/4).