8/10 Good
Florent M.
Jun 9, 2025
Florent M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Entire house boat
Boat in Merkem near Lake and Brook Lands
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6.06.0 out of 10
Entire house boat
5 bedrooms1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Merkem
- Ypres Market Square16 min drive
- Menin Gate Memorial16 min drive
- Saint-Sixtus Abbey of Westvleteren19 min drive
- Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.)45 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Houthulst
This houseboat is located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Vandewalle Seasonal Brewery and within a 10-minute drive of Blankaart Nature Reserve. Guestrooms at this houseboat include kitchens, patios, and microwaves.
What's nearby
- Blankaart Nature Reserve - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles
- Diksmuide Town Hall - 16 min drive - 9.2 miles
- Ypres Market Square - 16 min drive - 9.8 miles
- Menin Gate Memorial - 16 min drive - 10.0 miles
- Saint-Sixtus Abbey of Westvleteren - 19 min drive - 9.2 miles
Getting around
- Diksmuide Station - 15 min drive
- Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
- Foodstore - 5 min drive
- De Kippe - 5 min drive
- Langewade - 5 min drive
- Monsieur Beurre - 4 min drive
- 't Rooneplezier - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Boat in Merkem near Lake and Brook Lands
A cosy boat in Merkem is what you are looking for to spend your ideal holiday. There are 6 bedrooms in the boat to host up to 15 guests. It has a spacious terrace for you to enjoy lovely views over the lowly situated brook lands of Merkem and Noordschote.
A lake lies 1000 m from your stay if you would like to explore the lakeside. You can get your essentials from the supermarket in 5 km. Dine out at the restaurant nearby just 9 km from the stay. The sea is 30 km away.
With the bicycles available, you can go on a fun ride through the town centre. To keep your kids comfortable, a high chair and children's bed are available on the boat. An open kitchen with an oven and microwave is in place for you to use.
The check-in begins from 4-6 PM and check-out could be done from 9-10 AM.
Layout: Boat: (Sitting room, open kitchen(oven, microwave), bedroom(2x single bed, bunk bed), bedroom(single bed, 2x bunk bed), bedroom(single bed, 2x bunk bed), bedroom(single bed, 2x bunk bed), bedroom(single bed), bedroom, bathroom(shower, washbasin), toilet)
terrace, garden furniture, bicycles available, children's bed, high chair
These costs are mandatory and charged on site. They are not included in the rental price.
Final Cleaning: € 75.00
Bed linen: € 7.00 p.p./Stay
Deposit: € 250.00
Optional services that you can arrange on site
Wifi: Free
A lake lies 1000 m from your stay if you would like to explore the lakeside. You can get your essentials from the supermarket in 5 km. Dine out at the restaurant nearby just 9 km from the stay. The sea is 30 km away.
With the bicycles available, you can go on a fun ride through the town centre. To keep your kids comfortable, a high chair and children's bed are available on the boat. An open kitchen with an oven and microwave is in place for you to use.
The check-in begins from 4-6 PM and check-out could be done from 9-10 AM.
Layout: Boat: (Sitting room, open kitchen(oven, microwave), bedroom(2x single bed, bunk bed), bedroom(single bed, 2x bunk bed), bedroom(single bed, 2x bunk bed), bedroom(single bed, 2x bunk bed), bedroom(single bed), bedroom, bathroom(shower, washbasin), toilet)
terrace, garden furniture, bicycles available, children's bed, high chair
These costs are mandatory and charged on site. They are not included in the rental price.
Final Cleaning: € 75.00
Bed linen: € 7.00 p.p./Stay
Deposit: € 250.00
Optional services that you can arrange on site
Wifi: Free
Property manager
Belvilla by OYO
Languages
Arabic, Dutch, English, French
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the accommodation: WiFi
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
Outdoor areas
- Patio
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- On a lake
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Bicycles
- Boat
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Bicycles
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Important information
Fees
- Bed sheets fee: EUR 7 per person, per stay
These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- This property accepts cash.
- Parties and events are allowed on site.
Property is also known as
BE-8650-01
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this houseboat?
This houseboat is located in Houthulst, close to Blankaart Nature Reserve, Zonnegloed Zoo, and Langemark German War Cemetery. You'll also find Vandewalle Seasonal Brewery and De Struise Brouwers within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this houseboat?
No, this houseboat doesn't offer parking.
Is this houseboat associated with a casino?
No, this houseboat is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this houseboat?
No, there is no indoor pool at this houseboat.
What do couples enjoy most about Boat in Merkem near Lake and Brook Lands?
Couples staying at this lakeside houseboat will appreciate amenities such as a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.
Are there hot tubs at Boat in Merkem near Lake and Brook Lands?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this houseboat.
Does this houseboat include breakfast service?
No, this houseboat doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this houseboat allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this houseboat.
Are there connecting rooms at this houseboat?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this houseboat.
What is the closest airport to this houseboat?
The closest major airport to this houseboat is Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.), which is 22.7 mi away (48 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lille (LIL-Lesquin), which is around 29.6 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Boat in Merkem near Lake and Brook Lands?
Yes, every accommodation at Boat in Merkem near Lake and Brook Lands comes with a deck.
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