Tag: Weekend Getaway

Villapark Mooi Schoorl – Family Getaway in the Heart of Schoorl

Nestled between the dunes and just a few minutes from the sea, Villapark Mooi Schoorl is a charming holiday park on the Dutch coast. This modern and stylish accommodation offers not only peace and relaxation but also a variety of activities and excursions for families, couples, and nature lovers. With its thoughtful design, proximity to nature, and countless family-friendly attractions, Mooi Schoorl is the perfect spot for a memorable holiday.

Stylish Accommodations with Thoughtful Design

Villapark Mooi Schoorl offers a selection of luxurious accommodations, perfectly suited to the needs of families, couples, or small groups. The modern homes feature high-quality design and a cozy atmosphere, immediately inviting relaxation. With bright spaces, stylish furniture, and large windows offering views of the lush surroundings, each home provides a unique sense of comfort. Many of the houses also have private terraces or balconies, allowing guests to unwind after a busy day and breathe in the fresh sea air.

Family-Friendly Atmosphere with Playgrounds

Families with children will find everything they need at Mooi Schoorl. The park not only provides ample space for children to play but also has an impressive playground that’s sure to bring smiles to young faces. Kids can climb, swing, and make new friends while parents relax nearby, knowing the little ones are in a safe environment close to their accommodation.

Culinary Delights at Café Widewood

Just a two-minute walk from Mooi Schoorl, the charming Café Widewood is a hidden gem. This café is perfect for a delicious breakfast, a quick snack after playground time, or a coffee break in the afternoon. Café Widewood welcomes families with a friendly atmosphere and a menu that includes kid-friendly options. It’s a lovely spot to relax and enjoy a meal or drink at any time of the day.

Beach and Beach Club in Hargen

A trip to the coast wouldn’t be complete without a beach day, and the Hargen beach is just a ten minute drive from Villapark Mooi Schoorl. This sandy beach is perfect for a day of fun in the sun, whether you want to swim, build sandcastles, or simply enjoy the waves. The cozy beach club at Hargen offers delicious snacks and drinks along with a stunning sunset view, making it a wonderful spot to end a day by the sea.

Fun and Adventure at De Goudvis Amusement Park

For those seeking more excitement, a visit to De Goudvis amusement park, located just 15 minutes from Mooi Schoorl, is highly recommended. This park has something for children of all ages, with slides, climbing structures, and water games that ensure hours of entertainment. It’s a fantastic option for a family day out, with expansive green areas where parents can relax while the kids play. A day at De Goudvis promises non-stop fun for the whole family.

Camperduin Lagoon: Nature and Activities

Between the dunes on Camperduin Beach, there’s a natural lagoon that’s a haven for outdoor lovers and families. The lagoon is ideal for swimming, especially when the sea is still cold, as the water here often warms up faster. It also offers various activities like stand-up paddling, windsurfing, and wave surfing. For the little ones, there’s a large wooden play ship where they can climb and explore. This unique blend of nature and fun makes the lagoon a special place that the entire family will enjoy.

Conclusion: A Paradise for Families and Nature Lovers

Mooi Schoorl and its surroundings have everything you need for a perfect vacation: stylish accommodations, family-friendly amenities, and a fantastic location that combines relaxation with adventure. Whether it’s a cozy afternoon at Café Widewood, a day at the Hargen beach, or a thrilling visit to De Goudvis, there’s something for everyone here. If you’re looking for a place where children are happy and parents can unwind, Villapark Mooi Schoorl in Schoorl is the ideal choice.

Etoile31 – Design flat on the Dutch North Sea coast

Flat Etoile31 is wonderfully central in the beautiful town of Egmond aan Zee on the North Sea coast of the Netherlands. Guests can walk to the sea in less than two minutes. The accommodation is perfect for anyone looking for a break by the sea, who enjoys being surrounded by nature and appreciates being close to the town centre. As a seaside resort, Egmond aan Zee offers holidaymakers all the amenities they need for a successful holiday or a short break from the stresses of everyday life.

Interior at Etoile31

As soon as you enter the flat, you realise that it is suitable for families with babies and small children. Thanks to its ground-level location, it is barrier-free – perfect if guests are travelling with a pushchair or buggy. Free parking is available in the building’s own underground car park, which is connected to the accommodation by a lift. The flat was freshly renovated in December 2022 and boasts unique furnishings, lovely details, pleasant soft colours and a large terrace with sea views. In addition to two bedrooms, a baby cot is also available. There is space for a pushchair in the entrance area directly in front of the door. Amenities such as a Stokke high chair are available in the flat and make a family holiday so much easier.


The open-plan kitchen has a fridge and freezer, a cooking island with three bar stools and an oven so that families can cook and sit together. This is also possible in the dining area, which has enough space for everyone with four chairs. The entire flat is ideal for children, as they can play in the outdoor area and there are plenty of entertainment options in the neighbourhood.

Tips for your stay at Etoile31

The old town centre of Egmond aan Zee is just a few minutes’ walk from the flat. There, guests will find many great restaurants and bars as well as small cafés and shops. Egmond aan Zee is built in the Dutch style and also reflects the flair of a seaside resort. The “Niew West” restaurant is an absolute must-visit. There is a huge outdoor area with an exciting adventure playground for children. “Niew West” is the perfect destination for families who want to sit and enjoy a coffee and cake or a meal. Also highly recommended is the beach bar “Evi Beach”, just a four-minute walk away, which has perfectly adapted its boho style to the surroundings on the beach and impresses with its pleasant holiday atmosphere. Other catering options are also within walking distance, as supermarkets, cheese dairies, a smoked fish shop, a butcher and a bakery are also located in the town centre.

Flat Etoile31 is ideal for families who appreciate the proximity to the sea and are looking for a place where their children can play outdoors and relax. Thanks to its proximity to Egmond aan Zee, the in-house kitchen is quickly stocked with food that you can prepare yourself.

Design House in Oostburg


Guests can expect great views, stylish furnishings and plenty of peace and quiet in Oostburg. As soon as you arrive, it feels as if time has stood still. You can choose between 50 square metres and 75 square metres of accommodation, in which nothing is missing. In addition to the tasteful furnishings, the fact that books and other reading material as well as a Bluetooth sound system are available for use is a particularly positive feature. If you want to work in this beautiful idyll, you can do so undisturbed with the free WiFi at the in-house workstation. Basic cooking equipment is also available, as is plenty of privacy in the outdoor area. Depending on the accommodation option booked, a balcony or private garden with a vegetable garden and beautiful wildflowers is available. Cosy evenings by the campfire are just as possible as dining al fresco. Guests arriving by car can use the car park on the property free of charge.

Things to do in the neighbourhood of Oostburg


Just a 10-minute walk away is the quaint café “In De Morelleput”, which serves a really great carrot cake and exudes a lot of charm. It is the ideal place to stretch your legs and enjoy coffee and cake in a cosy atmosphere.
For long walks on the beach or a summer swim, Nieuwvliet beach is just a 10-minute drive away.
Knokke is a 20-minute drive away, where you can enjoy a nice stroll. All the luxury brands are represented there and there are fantastic beach clubs to round off the evening with a sundowner. The beautiful city of Bruges is only 30 minutes away from Oostburg and is worth a day trip for its beautiful houses and colourful facades. It is not without reason that it is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its historic city centre. Dreamy alleyways, numerous museums and the possibility of romantic canal cruises make Bruges a very attractive destination for a day trip.
If the journey can take an hour, the Belgian harbour city of Antwerp is highly recommended. The famous Grote Markt is the “place to be” to start a city tour from this central location and the magnificent town houses will amaze day trippers.

Recharge your batteries in Oostburg



During a weekend break in Oostburg, every traveller will quickly find their inner centre again. Thanks to the beautiful and peaceful surroundings, the worries of everyday life are quickly forgotten. Great excursion destinations on land and water round off the holiday and enrich it with new impressions and experiences, so that everyone returns home refreshed.




Beach hotel in Cadzand-Bad – vacation by the sea

Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Strandhotel, Cadzand, Knokke, Niederlande, Holland

Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Strandhotel, Cadzand, Knokke, Niederlande, Holland

At the Strandhotel, nature lovers, gourmets, water sports enthusiasts and those seeking peace and quiet meet in a stylish setting directly on a dune in the beautiful village of Cadzand-Bad. The modern hotel has the sea at its feet and many modern room types. Children are just as welcome here as dogs, so every guest will find their oasis of peace here.

Domicile in the middle of the dunes

If you book at the Strandhotel, you can choose from many different stylishly furnished rooms, suites or apartment suites. These can also be booked with a sea and dune view, which is very worthwhile. The sea seems to begin boundlessly amidst the characteristic dune vegetation and reflects the warm sunlight that disappears on the horizon in the evening. This expanse before your eyes calms the soul and creates a feeling of romantic untouchedness.

The interior design was created by Studio Piet Boon and is characterized by timeless modernity. All rooms are equipped with comfortable box-spring beds, rain showers, smart TVs, an Illy espresso machine and bathrobes to create a cozy feel-good atmosphere for guests.

Every morning at the Strandhotel starts with a fantastic breakfast in the Pine House. The extensive buffet includes fresh pastries from the hotel’s own bakery, fresh fruit and hot and cold dishes to give guests a good start to the day.

Leisure activities in the surrounding area

The Strandhotel is ideally located for exploring the area by bike right from the front door. Cycling tours along the dyke or through the nature reserve “Het Zwin” are also suitable for inexperienced cyclists, as the paths are flat. With the sea breeze in their nostrils, hotel guests can enjoy the sheer endless expanse of beach from Cadzand to Knokke. Knokke is also just a few minutes away by car and is lively all year round. Magnificent villas characterize the townscape along the promenade and distinguish Knokke as a weekend and summer residence for many business people. Along the promenade, guests can take a wonderful stroll, browse through the boutiques, linger in the cafés or read in the many beach pavilions. If the weather doesn’t play ball, there is a pool and sauna at the beach hotel. With this time-out for body and soul, rainy days can be bridged in the cozy wellness area.

For an outing with children, we recommend the restaurant with the indoor playground Des Zes Bochten! Everyone gets their money’s worth here!

A stay at the Cadzander Strandhotel offers pure relaxation paired with the pure sea breeze of the Zeeland beach, which stretches endlessly in front of the hotel. Whether as a couple or as a family, everyone is welcome here and will feel at home. Walks, bike tours or excursions to the surrounding villages make your vacation varied and close to nature.

Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Strandhotel, Cadzand, Knokke, Niederlande, Holland

The Tiny Hotel – idyllic accommodation with its own farm

Tiny Hotel, Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Netherlands, Nistelrode

The Tiny Hotel impresses with its rural location just two kilometres from Nistelrode. The location in the middle of nature allows guests to experience pure relaxation. The forest surrounding the accommodation is perfect for long walks. The farm belonging to the Tiny Hotel with its many animals is particularly beautiful. Guests can stroke the animals, enter their enclosures or help look after them. The chickens provide fresh eggs every morning. The Tiny Hotel is a memorable experience, especially for children.

Tips for leisure activities

To get to the town of Nistelrode, a short journey by car is all it takes. Just a five-minute drive away are lovely cafés, a large, inviting shopping centre for errands and shopping and good restaurants. The cities of Nijmegen, Den Bosch and Eindhoven are only 30 minutes away by car. They are ideal for an exciting day trip. The staff at the Tiny Hotel are happy to provide their guests with carefully selected tips for visiting the cities.

A visit to the Vorstenbosch alpaca farm, which is just a few minutes’ drive south of the Tiny Hotel, is well worthwhile. Admission is free and it is a great experience, especially with children. The gentle alpacas can be fed and stroked. For a more active experience, guests can book a walk with the alpacas through the De Maashorst nature reserve. Each participant is given their own alpaca to accompany them through the marvellous landscape.

Tiny Hotel

The Tiny Hotel offers two different types of accommodation: the Sheep House and the Farm House. Both are surrounded by greenery. The quiet location guarantees relaxation. Children travelling with you can play right outside the accommodation houses and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings together with their parents.

The Farm House is suitable for up to four people and is decorated in warm colours. Many wooden elements blend in with the natural surroundings and create a cosy atmosphere. As the entrance area is separated from the living room, the Farm House has a cosy character. The fully equipped kitchen invites you to cook together and the large dining table is perfect for eating together, playing games or enjoying a glass of wine in the evening. When guests step onto the terrace, they are surrounded by nature. Every now and then, animals walk past and can be seen grazing in the meadow. As the accommodation has underfloor heating, the Farm House is equally suitable for the summer and winter months. In the outdoor area, guests can make their own campfire and relax in the hot tub under the stars.

Relaxation close to nature is guaranteed at the Tiny Hotel. Children get their money’s worth thanks to the proximity to the many animals and will never be bored. Nearby towns invite you to go on excursions and make it possible to organise a great day out within a short distance. The Tiny Hotel is recommended for nature lovers looking for fun activities to round off a relaxing holiday.

Inselhouse Norderney – Live and relax in style

Schon bei der Lage punktet das Inselhouse Norderney in jeder Hinsicht: Es befindet sich sowohl direkt in der Stadt als auch sehr nah am Meer. Dadurch können die Gäste

The Inselhouse Norderney scores points in every respect when it comes to location: it is both directly in the town and very close to the sea. This means that guests can enjoy both advantages and either plunge into the lively hustle and bustle or indulge in long walks on the beach. All the important sights of Norderney as well as the centre with shopping opportunities, restaurants and cafés are within walking distance. After about two kilometres, holidaymakers also reach Norderney’s harbour, which is well worth seeing and can be the starting point of a great boat trip.

Inselhouse Norderney: Living in style

Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Norderney, Inselhouse

The entire holiday domicile on Norderney is characterised by soft colours, a bright design and harmonious decorations. Guests can immediately feel at home there. Thanks to the large windows, all the accommodation units are flooded with light and radiate the necessary tranquillity that everyone inevitably associates with the North Sea. 21 flats between 52 and 112 square metres are available and are suitable for couples as well as families of different sizes. Each room has a balcony, an open plan design and impressive interiors by Danish brand Carl Hansen & Son. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas in case guests want to do a little work while on holiday.

The Inselhouse Norderney attaches great importance to sustainability. Solar panels are used to heat the domestic water, the underfloor heating can be controlled separately for each room and the roof is greened with regional materials. This attracts native birds to nest and the animals can breed in a protected environment. Some of the flats allow dogs, which means that guests with four-legged friends are also very welcome.

Inselhouse Norderney: Leisure activities for the whole family

At and around the Inselhouse Norderney there are many possibilities for leisure activities to choose from. From the house, guests can use surfboards, beach chairs, handcarts, sand toys as well as bicycles if needed. The island is perfect to explore by bike. Flat cycle paths lead along the beach and to all the sights. The inner city area is restricted to motor vehicles, making it pleasant for bicycle tours. There are always great playgrounds along the beach, so a bike ride with the whole family is exciting and fun for everyone. Everyone can fortify themselves with coffee, hot chocolate and cake at the beach restaurant “Weiße Düne” and enjoy the view of the North Sea and the seagulls flying by from the panorama windows.

Not far from the Inselhouse is the Junkmann riding stable, which guests can reach after a 15-minute walk. Pony rides are offered daily for the little ones. Should the weather not play along, the accommodation has a modern playroom for the children. Adult guests, meanwhile, will find a change of pace in the well-equipped fitness room and the wellness area with sanarium, relaxation room and a Finnish sauna. Those who feel like sports and exercise can borrow the utensils for table tennis and play a round together with the family or other Inselhouse guests.

An absolute recommendation for the physical well-being is the surf café, which spoils guests with culinary delights at any time of the day. For traditional Nordic cuisine, the “Schmuggler” restaurant is a wonderful tip – however, a table reservation is advisable, as the restaurant rightly enjoys great popularity.

Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Norderney, Inselhouse

Fasten Ur Seatbelts, Norderney, Inselhouse