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Beautiful place to relax in Workum
This lovely apartment, located on the first floor, has beautiful views over the countryside, is right on the water and offers plenty of privacy. Through the front door, you enter a spacious hall where you walk up the stairs and enter the apartment. Through the hallway, you reach the bedroom with a comfortable double box spring bed. Opposite the bedroom is the toilet with the spacious bathroom next to it. At the end of the hallway is the spacious cozy living room with kitchen and also two sleeping places.

Probably the best IJsselmeer view in Friesland!
Unique views from your apartment and terraces. The large terraces on three sides of the house are all yours, so you can always find a space in the sun or in the shade. The west side has an amazing view of the IJsselmeer, the other sides have excellent views too. Two small beaches at walking distance. Free Wifi. In high season arrival and departure is only on Fridays. In low season it's also possible to book minimum 3 days. 2026 Fishing Festival (26/6-10/7): you can contact us for discounts

Luka's Hut, eco-cabin with sauna by the river
Luka's Hut, our beautiful eco-cabin, sits on the banks of the Ganzendiep river in Overijssel. Huge windows provide stunning Dutch views onto the river, the grass meadows with cows & sheep and a picturesque village in the distance. The river is quiet water so have a sauna & a swim, take out the kayak, big canoe or SUPboard. We have a heatpump for the floor heating, and used upcycled items such a charming wood-stove, a fantastic bath, a fully-equipped kitchen, bikes, a firepit & trampoline.

Plompeblad Guesthouse Giethoorn
PLOMPEBLAD GUESTHOUSE GIETHOORN Vrijstaand gelegen met eigen opgang aan de dorpsgracht in het centrum van Giethoorn. Luxe accommodatie en geheel privé. Woonkamer met complete keuken. Slaapkamer op de begane grond en een kleine slaapkamer op de 1ste verdieping. Luxe badkamer met bad en inloop douche. Er is een apart toilet. Buiten een overdekt terras en een terras aan het water. Plompeblad heeft ook een Suite die ook geheel privé is. Verhuur van elektroboot die voor de deur ligt!

IT ÚT FAN HÚSKE - with hot tub in the heart of Friesland
The rural accommodation IT ÚT FAN HÚSKE is situated on an idyllic winding dike, close to Sneek/Leeuwarden and a short distance from Lake Sneek and De Potten. Within 15 minutes by bike (for rent), you can be at Potten Beach or in the bustle of the city, while on your return, you can once again enjoy the tranquility of the Frisian countryside. An ideal combination of vibrancy and relaxation. The detached húske is stylishly and tastefully furnished and equipped with every comfort.

vintage bed boat farmhouse at lakeside
In watersportdorp Terherne aan het Sneekermeer. Het Kameleon avonturen park, cafe, restaurants en de mooiste kerk/trouwlocatie van Friesland om de hoek. U slaapt op de begane grond (2 sk + eigen badk.+eigen keuken+ eigen grote woonkamer (50 m2) met hoge plafonts en openhaard. eigen ingang. 3e slaapkamer is boven via het voorhuis. Buiten aan het water je eigen terras. Ook geschikt voor groeps werk met een grote werk tafel. Vintage dus mooi, oud en gezellig. Maar niet spotless.

"Loft" Unique waterfront apartment including boat
In a historic place near the lock/port in Workum is this colorful apartment "Loft" (Frisian for Air). A beautiful place on the water. Within walking distance of IJsselmeer and city center. Includes use of 2 canoes and motorboat. New (unique) dining kitchen and beautiful fresh bathroom. Double box spring and a comfortable sofa bed. A panoramic window overlooking farmlands and IJsselmeer. Waterfront terrace with cozy seats. WiFi! Unique place on open water and lots of nature!

Pier Pander 2
Everything is within easy reach from this centrally located space. This spacious, detached upstairs apartment has a sheltered roof terrace and a living room with lots of windows that offer views of the famous Oldehove and the green, water-rich Prinsentuin. The spacious kitchen has all the facilities to prepare a delicious meal. The house has 3 bedrooms, a crib and high chair, 3 toilets, 2 bathrooms. A free parking space outside and a separate indoor garage to be booked.

Stylish apartment on Makkum beach
This cozy apartment is located right on Makkum Beach. From the sunny balcony, you have views of the lake and the cozy boulevard. The center of Makkum is a 5-minute drive/30-minute walk away. Everything is at hand for the perfect vacation: surf/sailing schools, the cruise boat, cycling and walking routes, beach clubs, the charming center of Makkum and of course the beautiful sunset! The apartment has a private parking space and bicycle storage.

Rural accommodation on the Frisian Elfstedenroute
Our rural farmhouse is located within walking distance of the center of Bolsward, on the Workumertrekvaart, the original Frisian Eleven Cities Route. In this rural and water-rich area, we offer you a spacious room equipped with a large double bed (2 x 0.90 m), a TV/lounge area, and a brand-new bathroom with a Jacuzzi. Additional sleeping accommodation is possible. We created this new space in our former cowshed, which adjoins our private home.

Unique romantic cottage with veranda and wood stove
A fairytale cottage on the water in an oasis of peace. Enjoy a glass of wine or hot chocolate on the wooden veranda by the fireplace with fantastic views over the polder. Explore the authentic picturesque villages nearby with the coziest restaurants. This cottage is located at the back of a farm, in the middle of a nature and bird area in Noord-Holland, 30 minutes from Amsterdam. Close to Alkmaar, Amsterdam, Hoorn and the beach at Egmond aan Zee.

Sleeping with the sheep & a whole herd of horses.
Waking up overlooking the dining room of a herd of horses living in freedom, 2 pigs making their bed every night in front of the window and sometimes a sheep walks by. Closer to the pure things in life. Therefore, there is no WiFi and no TV. There is a large table to play games together and a lovely sofa to drink a glass of wine together. Make beautiful memories together! Possibly tandem, boat and beautiful animal experiences to book!
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ742 | ﺩ.ﺇ749 | ﺩ.ﺇ676 | ﺩ.ﺇ646 | ﺩ.ﺇ639 | ﺩ.ﺇ606 | ﺩ.ﺇ646 | ﺩ.ﺇ672 | ﺩ.ﺇ555 | ﺩ.ﺇ654 | ﺩ.ﺇ657 | ﺩ.ﺇ823 |
| Avg. temp | 3°C | 3°C | 6°C | 9°C | 12°C | 15°C | 17°C | 17°C | 15°C | 11°C | 7°C | 4°C |
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