HOMESTEAD AMSTERDAM
Relax in Amsterdam
WHO ARE WE?
We are the Hessing family. We have been living with our family since 2005 on this beautifully restored farm in Schellingwoude, Amsterdam Noord. We have four children: Hein (15), Lavinia (14), Guus (12) and Frits (11). We also have two dogs (Messi and Louie), chickens and sheep.
We have always enjoyed living in the historic center of Amsterdam, but greenery and tranquility beckoned. We have sustainably renovated the sheep farm and now fully enjoy rural Amsterdam. We think it would be fantastic if more people can relax here and get to know Amsterdam in the broadest sense.
We are within cycling distance of the center, but just as close to all Waterland villages, such as Marken, Edam, Monnickendam, Volendam, Holysloot, Broek and Waterland and so on! A great pleasure for cyclists and walkers. But the fun is not over for bird watchers either. If you're really lucky, you can even spot a breathtaking kingfisher.
In short, best of all worlds here with us in our HOMESTEAD!
Welcome, and hope to see you soon, family Hessing
THE ROOM
The room is spacious and flooded with natural light! You have your own bathroom (with bath) and the toilet is separate. A nice double bed with a view over the meadow. There is a (2p) sofa bed, if necessary for extra guests. Furthermore, a refrigerator, TV, Nespresso coffee machine, kettle, and .... an egg cooker. Eggs from the land!
WHAT DO WE OFFER?
Breakfast
Breakfast is not included as standard in the room price, but there is a wonderful supermarket nearby, and we can organize something on request.
Our garden
An eternal project! We try to get as much out of our garden as possible from herbs, vegetables and edible flowers. Furthermore, a wonderful place to stay!
Free Wifi
Well, who can still do without it nowadays… there is a wifi free zone on our yoga deck. The room is also equipped with WiFi.
PHOTOS
SIGHTSEEING AND ACTIVITIES
Bicycles
You can (rent) bicycles and explore the villages. Let us know if they need to be rented and we will arrange for them to be ready.
Museum visit
Well, you cannot escape visiting the museum square with the Stedelijk, Van Gogh, The Rijksmuseum and Moco Museum. But there is much more! We are happy to help you!
Food Tour
We organize food tours. Do you want to come, let us know! Get to know the best culinary hotspots, and above all taste what Amsterdam has to offer!
Boating
There are many options on the water. We have a small boat for rent, with or without skipper. Inquire about the possibilities.
Birdwatching
On your own, or do you go on an adventure with a bird watcher and connoisseur! Learn to recognize the sounds, let the colors surprise you and also be careful not to step on a grass snake!
Special interests?
Are you specifically looking for something, or do you really want to climb the Martini Tower, eat an Oosterschelde lobster, or ride a Friesian horse?
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