Vacation rentals with a kayak in Waterland

Fabulous spot on the water, friendly and welcoming reception. House has fascinating design features. Outside space and paddle boat great when the sun is out.

Incredibly nice and helpful hosts. The house is a bit remote but quiet in a vacation home park. Whether you want to take a small tour by canoe or bike (included in the price) or explore the larger cities such as Amsterdam or Rotterdam by car - the house offers a perfect starting point. And there's hardly anything better than ending the evening in the hot tub.

We were able to spend wonderful quiet days. The instructions worked out great for the "ferry" to get to the house. The contact was always quick and informative, we felt well taken care of.

We had a wonderful break from everyday life in Rogier's cottage! Rogier welcomed us in a very friendly way at the jetty and patiently explained to us “landlubbers” the handling of the boat and a few special features in the house. We found everything very clean and tidy and felt super comfortable right away. The vacation home is really special! Rogier built it himself and you can tell how much love and passion he put into this project. I can only recommend a stay there, especially for families with older children: sunbathing in the garden and on the terrace, swimming in the lake, arriving by boat or canoeing gave us a lot of pleasure! Attractive bike paths lead to the center of Utrecht and we also made nice tours in the surrounding area. The only small criticism: the road is closer to the house than expected and sometimes traffic noise clouds the idyll in nature a little. We are still thrilled!

Very pleasant and cozy cottage in a super location. Nature, cool cities and the beach are very easily accessible by public transportation and/ or bike. Super accessible host who communicates very smoothly.

We had the most wonderful stay in this charming cabin nestled on the property of a windmill in Alkmaar. From the moment we arrived, our hosts Kelly and Han made us feel completely at home. They went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect—so kind, welcoming, and full of great local tips. The cabin itself is a dream—coziness taken to the next level. Every detail was thoughtfully put together, and it was the perfect place to unwind to relax. Waking up next to a windmill felt like something out of a fairytale. Alkmaar itself is a beautiful village full of history, with adorable shops and restaurants to explore. The charming canals add to the magical atmosphere, and it’s easy to hop on a train to Amsterdam for a day trip. We’re already dreaming of our return and feel so lucky to have made such lovely new friends in Kelly and Han. Highly recommend this magical spot to anyone visiting The Netherlands!

Spacious, clean and well-equipped house. It's in a quiet and very picturesque village (little Gieethorn). Micaela was very kind and welcoming during check-in. We spent 6 days in serenity and comfort and visited various sites in the Netherlands by car (Amsterdam, Keukenhof, Leiden, Haarlem, Volendam and Marken, Zaanse Schan, Gieethorn) knowing that we would return in the evening to a perfect house to rest. Highly recommended.

We spent a total of three nights at Luna Beach House. It was very nice and the view of the water was just great. We will be happy to come back.

What an amazing place to stay it with kids, there was so much space around the lodge which all felt really safe to let them explore different activities. There was a quite a few groups there but it was never noisy or overcrowded. The lodges were really cool and different to what we stayed in previously, it did go a little cold one of the nights we were there but they were still comfortable and nice (you can rent heaters if needed). We would 100% come back in the future if we travel that way again. We went for a trip to Amsterdam which was easy to get to and Sprookjeswonderland which I would recommend too with children under 6/7

This is a wonderful place. ! Highly recommend!

I have really enjoyed my stay. The place is very clean and cozy, and it’s close to spots where you can see tulips. The town is also very charming. Tim is very helpful and responds within a short time. I recommend this place. Thank you!

We enjoyed our stay at Wendela's. We were warmly welcomed. The "Rosenhäuschen" was exactly what we had imagined. It was our home away from home. And we'll be back for sure.

We had a very nice time. The house is great, you have everything you need and it was all very clean. The location is fantastic. You have a large private garden and a private jetty. Haarlem is accessible by bike and extremely beautiful. Also a very good supermarket and a nice restaurant are only 1 km away. Amsterdam and the beach can be reached by car within 20 minutes. So you can do a lot and are still very much on your own and in nature.

This is a special, small place, an old older house direct at the water. Our neighbours were sheep (disinterested), geese, ducks, a few magpies and seagulls. You reach the cottage through a beautiful garden footpath, and look out on a wide landscape, peaceful, quiet, separate. The cottage itself is cosy, with loving touches and original wood, pillars and beams. We were there as two people, searching quiet warmth, time to talk and listen. We fell in love with this place. Small, but not too small, the view on the landscape, the stepping outside and thinking of Mary Oliver. In the middle of the tiny town and totally quiet. We did not use the TV or the wifi. Can't comment on that. The shower is spacy and warm. The kitchen allowed us to cook proper meals and all amenities (and more) are there. Beautiful.

We loved out visit. It was too cold to swim (April visit) but our kids still jumped in the water. We took the paddle board and kayak around for a half a day, soaked up the sun, walked all over the local area, and easily commuted into Amsterdam (car to park and ride) exactly as host described... We hope to visit again some day... Thank you for your home on this special trip!

Fantastic place, comfortable and well equipped cottage, even more beautiful than in the photos. Nice village with nice walks in the area and centrally located to visit Utrecht and Hilversum.

Convenient accommodation if you're interested in visiting Amsterdam (15 minutes by bus). The place is very peaceful, we didn't have time to walk around but with more time, I think it would be worth taking a boat ride!

Great place to unplug. Not far from Amsterdam, kitchen yard, beach. The host is very nice. You feel comfortable there.

Overall, our stay was very positive. We even saved this house as a place we'd love to visit again, especially in summer. If I had to mention a downside, it would be the lack of essentials like shampoo, sufficient soap, toilet paper, and only a small amount of paper towels. Additionally, the heating system was quite loud. There was also no firewood available, but when I asked, Orlondo quickly brought some—perhaps he would have provided the other missing items if I had requested them as well. That said, the view and the cozy atmosphere of the house were truly wonderful.

The place is so nice and large with a huge living area. You are in the countryside with farm animals and a colorful peacock. The hosts are lovely and friendly people always ready to satisfy the guest: on Sundays they prepare a great buffet for brunch and serve it in the garden. We loved the peace and calm of this place.

Very good stay at Conny's place. The environment is beautiful and peaceful. We were able to go boating on the canal. The host is very friendly.

We stayed with our 5 month old for a week. Charming place, extensively equipped kitchen, wonderful living room and terrace to enjoy a good time. And Janneke was always super helpful, forthcoming and made us feel welcome!

We had a great stay with Nico and Danielle. They are very nice hosts who are quick to respond to any queries. Even a smart TV was arranged at our request. The cottage has all the comforts and is very tastefully decorated. Great bathroom and bed. The cottage is in their backyard, but you hardly notice that because it is completely enclosed from the main house. The area is worthwhile with Hoorn and Enkhuizen. In short: had a great week!