Holiday home - 8 persons - 7707RG - Balkbrug

Farmhouse in Balkbrug with Sauna

House:
An optional utilities and service fee of EUR 180,00 will be charged before your arrival. Details are given below.
Escape to the serene countryside of Balkbrug with this charming thatched-roof farmhouse, where comfort meets rustic elegance. This spacious holiday home sleeps up to 8 guests and features 3 cozy bedrooms, a fully equipped open kitchen with a bar, and a warm, inviting living space with a wood-burning stove. Whether you're sipping a drink on the sun-drenched terrace, enjoying a relaxing soak in the bubble bath, or unwinding in the private sauna, this house offers everything you need for a rejuvenating getaway. It's child-friendly too, with plenty of space to play and party games included. Pets are welcome for the adventure! Surrounded by lush forests and rolling meadows, the area is a paradise for walkers, cyclists, and anyone who loves nature. Rent a bike just a few minutes away and explore the scenic Reest valley. Take your pup for a swim or picnic near the lake, or stroll through the vineyard at Wine Estate Reestlandhoeve, where dogs on leashes are welcome. The nearby Heuveltjesbosbad, one of the most beautiful outdoor pools in the Netherlands, is also nestled among the trees and offers a refreshing break for families during warmer months. Just steps from the house, you'll find delicious local products like fresh dairy, meats, beer, and ice cream at a nearby farm-perfect for a backyard BBQ. Indulge in authentic Dutch fare at Café Restaurant Poortman or experience fine dining at Michelin-starred Restaurant De Groene Lantaarn. For a charming afternoon, enjoy a classic high tea at the English tearoom in Echten.
Optional Utilities & Service Package
An optional utilities and service package of EUR 180,00 can be selected prior to your arrival. You will receive a separate communication with the payment link should you wish to include it.
This package ensures a seamless stay and conveniently covers services such as final cleaning, utility consumption, service support, and protection against minor damages or incidental costs during your stay.
Guests who prefer may manage these services independently, provided the property is returned in good order at check-out.

Layout:
Ground floor: (hallway(washbasin, toilet, urinal), hallway, Living room(TV, dining table), open kitchen(stove(wood), bar, electric kettle, coffee machine, combination microwave, dishwasher, fridge-freezer), relaxation area(shower, shower(unit), sauna), storage(washing machine)) On the 1st floor: (bedroom(double bed, washbasin), bedroom(2x single bed, double bed box, washbasin), bedroom(2x single bed)) Bubble bath, TV, fireplace, bar, microwave, dishwasher, bathtub or shower, hot tub, sauna, washing machine, garden doors, heating, heating(central), terrace, terrace, garden, garden, garden furniture, garden furniture, parking, deckchairs, parasol, children's bed, children's bed, party games

Tips from owner:
Rent a bike Klinge Tweewielers Nieuwleusen Backxlaan 331 Activities Type: Wine tasting Name: Wine estate Reestlandhoeve Tips: Taste and experience the adventure of the wine farmer. Come and meet Wijngoed de Reestlandhoeve! Come walk through the vineyard, experience the atmosphere and taste the wines in the Wine Bar or on the Wine Terrace. Type: Swimming Name: HEUVELTJESBOSBAD BALKBRUG Tips: The Heuveltjesbosbad is beautifully situated in the Reest valley. Because of its favorable location among the trees, it is with a little sun already good to stay in the pool. In 2013 and 2015 the Heuveltjesbosbad was named the Most Beautiful Outdoor Pool of the Netherlands. Eating & Drinking Type: Other Name: Local Products - Farm Beef/Milk/Kaas/ Beer/Sapples/Eyes/ Ice Cream Tips: Near The Hytte across the street, 100 meters away are our neighbors. They sell delicious local products such as meat, ice cream, beer and much more. All local products. Pre-ordering of BBQ packages possible. Type: Coffee shop Name: Café Restaurant Poortman Tips: At Café-Restaurant Poortman you can enjoy local cuisine in a cozy and contemporary setting. For every occasion we offer a customized interpretation. They provide a surprising visit, for an accessible price. Type: Other Name: Restaurant De Groene Lantaarn Tips: Just outside the village center of Staphorst you will find Restaurant De Groene Lantaarn. De Groene Lantaarn is currently (2021) in possession of two Michelin stars. The restaurant is led by Jarno Eggen and Cindy Borger. Type: Other Name: Dairy farm De Waard Tips: Peter and Klara van den Bosch have a dairy farm in the beautiful Reestdal, where the cows graze the most delicious milk for a large part of the year. At this address you can pick up fresh dairy at De Hytte :-) Type: Other Name: Restaurant Narline Tips: Chef Maarten Dragt cooks with the flavors of the season and fresh daily for you. Be gastronomically surprised by his 3, 4 or 5 course menu or a la carte menu. His kitchen has the French classic cooking style. Type: High Tea Name: English Tearoom Tea Time Tips: In the characteristic Drenthe village of Echten stands the stately 'White Villa'. The English style is consistently carried through to the menu, the tableware, even the uniforms of the staff. Come to Tea Time and imagine yourself in England.

Remarks:
Reservations for groups of persons under 20 years of age are not permitted