Cozy coastal getaway: family home, just a stroll from the seaside
Translated from Nederlands
Holiday house • Middelkerke Belgium
6 Guests
4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Secondary home
Exchange types accepted
Non-Reciprocal
Statistics
Listed March 2025
Views 1665
General Overview
Our charming vacation home is located in a peaceful residential area along the Belgian coast, just a 15-minute walk from the beach. It has been a place of many wonderful memories, both for us and our house exchange guests. It is fully equipped and features a small garden with a terrace and a carport. Take a look at https://sites.google.com/view/aura-maris/homepage
We look forward to welcoming you to our home for a relaxing and enjoyable stay by the sea!
The Space
The house comfortably accommodates 6 people with the following sleeping arrangements: one large bedroom with a double bed, two children's rooms each with one bed, and an attic space with a bunk bed. The attic is a versatile area with plenty of room to play (toys are available), a bathtub, and a desk for work or study.
In addition to the attic bath, there is a bathroom with a shower and WC on the first floor. On the ground floor, you'll find a separate WC with a hand basin.
Guest Access
The house is a row house with a ground floor, 1st floor and an attic. In front there is a carport and at 50 m there is a playground with also parking. At 200 m there is a larger parking lot with public charging stations for electric cars.
Notes
On our site, https://sites.google.com/view/aura-maris/homepage, you’ll discover everything you need to know about the cottage itself – including all the practical bits to help you settle in quickly and comfortably.
You’ll also find tips on local culture and sights worth exploring nearby, sports and outdoor activities in the area, and ideas for day trips a bit further afield. Whether you're keen on discovering hidden gems or simply enjoying the peace and quiet, there’s something for everyone.
So have a browse, make yourself at home, and start planning your perfect stay.
Features
Fridge
WiFi
Bed sheets
Oven
Towels
Washer
TV
Heating
Hair dryer
Microwave
Iron
Dishwasher
Smoke alarms
Workspace
Clothes dryer
Coffee machine
High Speed Internet
Garden / yard
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
BBQ
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Balcony
Fireplace
Toys
Covered porch / verandah
Bikes
Pool
Gym
Wheelchair accessible
Home cinema
Hot tub
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Standup paddleboard
Camping gear
Kayak
Sauna
Tennis court
Meat-free kitchen
Kosher home
Piano
Travel Styles
Long term
Weekend
Family
Sport and leisure
Relaxing
Eco
Beach
Water
Culture
Hiking
Cycling
Last minute
Good public transport
House Rules
Suitable for infants under 2
Suitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Dog free
Carpet free
Smoke free
Fragrance free
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
The direct surroundings are quiet, child-friendly, and car-free, with a playground just 3 houses away..
The location is also a perfect base to explore the Belgian coast,. Interesting cities like Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, and Brussels all within an hour and a half drive. For those wishing to venture further, Paris, London, and Amsterdam are just a few hours away.
regional airport: Oostende 10 km (or 22 min by bus)
international airport: Brussels (Zaventem) 136 km (1,5 h by car, 2 h 45 min by train + bus)
Getting Around
ON FOOT
- beach (Koning Ridderdijk 68): 1.4 km
- Best ice cream stand on the beach (Cocorico, Koning Ridderdijk 17): 1.8 km
BY BIKE
- Bikes can be parked in the bike shed in the neighborhood, a large covered carport. Bikes can, also under carport for our house, but not in / through the house.
- Nearest bike rental: Joli Sport, Essex Scottishlaan 26, Westende-Village (600 m).
TRAM
- stop Westende Sint Laureins (1,1 km)
- Westende bath stop (1.6 km)
BUSES
- village square (A. Meynneplein, 200 m)
- less frequent than coastal tram
TRAIN
- trainstation in Oostende: 14 km (you can get there by bus or tram)
Map of Approximate Location
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