La Tête Dans Les Nuages - Spectacular Skyscraper Apartment Brussels Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 35647

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Location: Brussels, Belgium, Europe (One and a half hours by train from Paris)

Accommodations:  Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 3-5)

"People living in the upper parts of very high buildings have more intense sensations than other people. The hours, the seasons, nature are closer to them. The sun, the wind, the rain, the clouds have a much closer impact on them. They are both from the earth and from the sky." This sentence, originating in the constructive optimism of the thirties describes in part the specific charm of this conceptual apartment.

Designed by a young but renown Belgian architect in the latter nineties on an existing unit from 1968 with a very clear idea in mind which he called maxFUS. Modular blocks on wheels are the walls inside the apartment.

"Put everything needed for living and working in the walls to obtain maximum FUS meaning free undefined space. Open parts of the walls for living or working. Close the walls afterwards to re maximize FUS. Minimize furniture to maximize FUS (free unidentified space). Help to minimalism furniture by double or triple use: use benches for sitting and sleeping; use tables for eating and working; use balls for playing and sitting ."(Karl Vandenhende - Architect)

Location is in the very center of Brussels exactly between the old city and the European quarter.The neighborhood is multi-cultural with many exotic and Belgian restaurants, various shops and local specialities. Located just around the corner are the best "Belgian fries" as voted by a leading newspaper. In a twenty-five story apartment building between the old and the new cities, La Tête dans les Nuages is located one hundred yards from the city's efficient Metro. The Madou-square is exactly between the "Grand Place" and the European Quarter. Avenue Louise at walking distance.
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On TV :

- Fine Living Channel - USA : 17/08/2006 -   4 : 30 PM ( Eastern)

- Featured in London based magazine "Smart Life Intl." ( April 2007)


Feedback :


View: incredible (100+)
Situation: close enough (90)
Ambiance: total enjoyment (100)

Having visited Brussels on a regular basis for the last 4 years, meeting Peter & his apartment opened up another dimension regarding this fascinating city. The height (24 stories) not only lifts the soul but a view like this brings a being closer to the area & the elements. I spent most of my time playing music & absorbing the 180o view after a stressful day at work. Truly unique in every aspect.  Thx.

Greg Burrell - New Zealand - Holland


Just wanted to say we had a wonderful stay in Brussels and are absolutely in love with your apartment. We've stayed in many apartments in different cities and yours has been the best so far. My husband didn't want to leave to do any sightseeing...he said he had everything he needed - plasma tv, miele coffee maker and amazing views! In the future we would love to have a place of our own that incorporates many of your apartment's design elements.

Kim and David - Sydney ( February 2006)

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Garage: Large city-run patking under the building
  • Off Street Parking
  • Elevator (3)
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Queen Bed
  • Crib
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • Video Library
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Music Library
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
• Outdoor Features
  • Balcony: 12 square meter
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Flat plasma screen TV, Fax, Digital Radio, Broad-band internet, Wi-fi, Printer, Edra couch, King-size bedding, Professional Miele espresso-maker on wheels, Chef-knives, Dua-Lit toaster, Siemens - Porshe design fruit-juicer, Rain-dance shower, This is an absolutely No Smoking Apartment
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
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• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Shopping
  • Restaurants
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
• Other Activities
  • The European Institutions, Grand Place

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Rental Rates .. From: €135/night (minimum 2 nights) .. €800/week.
€100 per person for more than two.
Cleaning - Linen Fee of €40.
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• 05/31/09
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  Khairul Sufi , Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • The moment our family stepped into the apartment, we were at awe! Speechless! Wow! Whoa!! Those were the only phrases that came out of our mouths. The view from the apartment was fantastic. The Grand Place on the left and the Atomium on the right. The facilities in the apartment were comparable to none! Everything was fantastic ... broadbant internet, cable tv, washer, tumble dryer, washing machine and the famed Miele Coffee Machine! It was just great. The Edra couch was comfortable. We were very sad to leave. Peter, thanks for sharing this place with us. Will definitely hook up again when in Brussels. Thank you so very very much!
• 05/01/09
  Positive Rating
  Beth , New York, NY
  • My husband and I stayed in Peter's Brussels apartment March 30 - April 6, 2009. We had a wonderful time. The location is great! We walked everywhere. If we had wanted to take public transportation it's right there also. There are excellent little restaurants very close to the apartment. As you can see from the photographs, the view is spectacular. We enjoyed having our breakfast looking at panorama of the city. At night we had to choose between music and gazing at the lights of the city or the wide screen TV. The apartment is unique in its design. Beth
• 10/13/08
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  • We've just returned from a wonderful week at Peter's apartment. It has been a fantastic experience in every way. Fantastic views with glorious sunrises and sunsets. You have thought of everything, Peter. The kitchen was well equipped and there were lots of DVDs and books. And the bed ....... deliciously comfy. We had a problem with the TV on our first day and this was dealt with immediately Peter was aware of it. We appreciated that. We like to cook and were delighted to find that all the shops we needed were only a few minutes' walk away. We didn't need to use public transport at all during the week as the Grand Place was only about 15 minutes' walk away. However, it was wonderful, both when we arrived and when we sadly had to leave, that the metro was only one minute away. We are used to staying in apartments but this really is something different. We would recommend it highly to anybody. Thank you, Peter for letting us share your apartment. We'll be back. We love Brussels. Elaine & Philip, Cheshire UK
• 09/10/08
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  Victoria Ward , Dijon, France
  • We had a great time in the appartment - once you are up there, you don't want to come down again. The views are amazing, particularly at night, when you feel you have the whole of Brussels at your feet. Peter makes you welcome, with a stocked fridge and cupboards you can use and replace. It's a great location - even with children, we walked to Grand Place easily and there are loads of buses or the metro if you don't want to walk. The only downside is having to pay for parking, but that is the city centre for you!
• 07/18/08
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  Annette Nielsen , Salem, New York
  • Hi Peter, We had a really wonderful time in Brussels -- your apartment was really wonderful, too....we were so spoiled by the amazing views from every window and great chocolate and tasty beer to be found in the city. We loved the convenience of the location (so close to the metro!) and visited other cities (easily) as a result of a great train system. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in your beautiful and artful apartment. We'll certainly recommend your rental to anyone we know that needs accommodations there! Hope all is well and thanks again! Very best, Annette Nielsen
• 07/08/08
  Positive Rating
  Ho Family , California
  • The luxury apartment was a treat to stay in. Our 5-year old really enjoyed the extra space, after being cramped in the another apartment in Paris. We liked how easily accessible the Metro was to the apartment. There is a lot of construction going on in the area, so we didn't spend as much time near the apartment as we typically would have. Anyone visiting Brussels would have a grand time staying here - definitely recommended.
• 06/21/08
  Positive Rating
  Denise Jones , Brisbane, Australia
  • Altho the weather in Brussels was gloomy, we had a fantastic time in this wonderful apartment. The view by day and night is breathtaking. The apartment is extremely innovative and different, and everything is available for an extremely comfortable visit. Location is very convenient and walking distance to shopping and even the Grand Place. Would thoroughly recommend to anyone considering a visit to Brussels. Thanks Peter for use of your wonderful apartment.
• 04/29/08
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  Ellen , Queens, NY
  • Just got back from a wonderful week at Peter's apartment in Brussels. We had never before rented an apartment for a vacation, but it worked out wonderfully for us. The location was great, views were fabulous, all amenities were as advertised. The apartment is steps from a Metro station which is a major convenience. However the location is very walkable to the Grand Place and other attractions, including the rail station, so we rarely needed to use the Metro. Market and restaurants within minutes walk. I'm not a coffee drinker, but my husband enjoyed the Miele every morning. The on-site contact person was totally responsive and a great help answering any of our questions. All in all, a very positive experience.
• 01/23/08
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  Phil Marshall , Ripley, Derbyshire, UK
  • This was an extrordinary apartment, very unique and one with some thoughtful touches which made this stay unforgettable. The TV and sound system are wonderful being able to hear music or the tv from anywhere in the apartment was good. The adjustable couch was very comfortable for sitting or lying on. The bed was comfotable, the bathroom very nicely decorated and the open plan layout gave a feeling of great space. The location is excellent within a few mins walk of two small supermarkets and restaurants and a short walk from the metro. Parking was convenient (underneath the apartment block). The most breathtaking aspect had to be the veiws. A 270 degree view of the city from the 24th floor was absolutely superb day or night. I expect that in summertime the balcony makes this even more enjoyable. Overall a thoroughlly enjoyable stay. I would definately recommend this apartment, its one of the nicest places I've stayed in (which includes a few 5 star hotels).
• 10/30/07
  Positive Rating
  Mike Silve , London, UK
  • The apartment is well situated immediately in front of exit 6 of the Madou metro stop on line 2 (the GB Express supermarket only a few metres from this)and about a 15min walk from the Grand Place. The initial reaction is the block is a little tatty but the apartment more than makes up for this. Located on the 24th (of 25) floor the apartment has fantastic unobstructed views on three sides from the Atomium round to the European HQ quarter. The apartment has everything you would need in a spacious, modern setting. The "bedrooms" are not rooms as such but part of an open plan living environment. The Plasma TV, sound system, wireless broadband and coffee machine (I want one!!) are a joy to use and the astro turf covered toilet walls a novelty. All in all a well located, well equipped apartment that was a pleasure to go back to after a days site seeing. One note to those with children - they will love it (the three inflated balls a source of amusement) but don't let them near the terrace - 24 floors up and what seems like shallow guard railings between you and the ground. A very enjoyable stay.

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