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'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges

Family-friendly holiday home in Bruges

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De Hoedenmaker, Bruges
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 61184.0 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bruges, Flanders
  • Place, Bruges Market Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bruges Christmas Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bruges Belfry
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges

'De Hoedenmaker,' is an exceptional beautiful holiday house. It is located in the heart of Bruges. The facade is built in the traditional step-gable style that is typical of the finest Flemish houses. It is a charming and elegance house built in 1675. Located in the peaceful and quiet area of Saint Gilles quarter, about 400m north of the medieval port of the city and only a 10 minutes' walk to the Market Square and the Belfry tower. 'De Hoedenmaker' is a three-level house with a total of 110 square meters living area, completely renovated in 2003 and refurbisched in 2017. New bathroom in 2019.

The kitchen includes a full complement of cooking utensils and cutlery. One the 1st floor there are 2 separate bedrooms with a Queen bed in each. One of the Queens can be separated in two beds if necessary. On the 2nd floor, in connection with the master bedroom, there is a twin bed (full size single beds for adults). On the 1st floor there is a full bathroom and second toilet on the ground floor. Central heating. The house faces south and takes in plenty of sun year round. It also has a private walled-in terrrace and laundry room. In the living room you'll find cableTV, DVD, books, ... Fast WiFi is available for free. NETFLIX availalbe if you are a member.

Guests who want to visit Bruges will enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of the city. The house is situated in a very quiet historic part of Bruges. You will love this relaxing resort and immediately feel at home. Guests who want to visit Bruges will enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of the city. Nearest recommended restaurant at 50 m: “Tom’s Dinner”. Touristical leaflets on Bruges and its surroundings are available.

Free parking just outside city center or near train station.

We wish you a pleasant stay in a magnificent Bruges!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bruges

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Historical Center Bruges, a neighbourhood in Bruges. Statue of Hans Memling and Menen are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Zeebrugge Harbour and Bruges Art Route. Travelling with kids? Consider The Magic Planet and Public Observatory Cozmix Beisbroek. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Bruges, Flanders

What's nearby

  • Bruges Market Square - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bruges Christmas Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Burg - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bruges Belfry - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Basilica of the Holy Blood - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Bruges Station - 11 min drive
  • Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪De Reisduif - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Monk Beerpub 'n Poolbar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bath&Barley - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Groot Vlaenderen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Orfeo - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at 'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges located?

This family-friendly Bruges holiday home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Statue of Hans Memling, Bruges Market Square and Bruges Christmas Market. Sint Jakobsstraat and Friet Museum are also within 10 minutes. Bruges Station is 27 minutes by foot and Brugge-Sint-Pieters Station is 27 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 202 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location - 4 or 5 blocks from the Market Square but on a quiet street. The house was clean with a modern kitchen & bathroom. Pascal met us and offered his tips & recommendations for seeing Bruges. My friends & I enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brugges Stag Do

Very clean property, good location and friendly host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

De Hoedenmaker - Bruges

Excellent property and really great location. Host very helpful. Only small issues were access by vehicle/parking is not easy, accuracy of parking charges needs update .. and third bedroom is accessed via hatch from 2nd bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Wonderful place, excellent location.

Thank you so much for making our trip so memorable. We appreciated all of the maps and recommendations for places to go and tips for our visit. The house was perfect and just as described. I would highly recommend this rental. It was within walking to everything and also in a nice quiet area. Pascal and Greet are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great host and fantastic little property

Pascal was great, he communicated well and was helpful prior to arrival. The property is in a quiet area but literally minutes from the busy streets, which is nice relief from the crowds. So great suggestions for restaurants on Du Phare on the outer ring mostly locals and food excellent-our favourite of the trip. Pascal even came to pick us up at the station as he knew it was very busy. He checked us in and took time to point out attractions and places of interest. a very enjoyable Christmas stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Bruges stay

The property is a three bedroom historic home in a quiet street just a ten minute walk from the market square. The walk is a very beautiful one, as is every walk in the historic centre of Bruges. The house had everything our group of 6 needed and was warm and comfortable. If we had wanted to cook our own food the kitchen had everything we would have needed. Overall a very pleasant stay in a characterful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B., Exmouth Devon UK

Lovely house in a fantastic location

The house was spotless, very well equipped and ideal for our group of 5 women. The house is located in a very quiet neighbourhood but only 10 minutes walk from the main square.Our host Pascal was very helpful and gave us some good tips and places to visit. The city of Bruges is beautiful and well worth a visit. This was my 3rd time!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robin R., Fenton

Perfect place to stay. We had a wonderful time!

We highly recommend De Hoedenmaker for a perfect stay in Bruges. Pascal and Greta are wonderful hosts. The home has been lovingly restored, has all the amenities you could want, and is even better in person than the wonderful photos can do justice. Located in a quiet area yet easy walking to the main square. Upon our arrival Pascal gave us a personal introduction to Bruges and provided many excellent local restaurant and sightseeing options. We could not have been happier and hope to return some day! Thank you for making us feel so welcome to your home and to Bruges.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Family Get Together

The location was perfect for us - in a quiet neighborhood and a short walk to the Markt area. The house was very comfortable and provided everything we needed for a group of 4 adults. The bathrooms and kitchen were modern and very clean (as was the rest of the house). The sitting room and patio were great places for us to gather and plan our day or enjoy a beer together in the afternoon. Our hosts were very friendly and took the time to provide advice on where to eat and places to see. I really appreciated that Pascal accommodated our needs and checked in with us throughout the week. A few additional details about the home … the beds were very comfortable and the bathroom was stocked with plenty of fresh towels. Large master bedroom. Note - the third bedroom is accessed through the master. The electronic lock at the front door eliminated the need to manage keys. It was a delightful stay and we highly recommend it to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franz I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschönes Haus mit optimaler Lage um Brügge zu erkunden. Sehr netter Gastgeber der sich persönlich engagierte. Wir haben die Zeit sehr genossen.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sally p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can’t recommend this home enough! Brilliant location! So close to the main squares but far enough away for it to be quiet. Pascal met us at his lovely home and showed us round. He gave us some very useful tips for restaurants, tourist sights and trips. He even took us to the supermarket so we wouldn’t get lost. Pascal and his property are a fabulous choice. Clean and comfortable, everything you need on hand. We’d love to revisit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florence M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jolie maison flamande, très fonctionnelle: rien n’y manque. Tout est extrêmement propre.Notre hôte nous a réservé un accueil fort sympathique en nous expliquant Bruges.La maison est remarquablement située dans un quartier fort calme et à moins de10 minutes à pied de la grand place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lovely property
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dagmar H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Accommodation very centrally located

Kitchen is well equipped
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay in a quiet, beautiful & clean home

We had a fantastic stay in this beautiful house in Bruges. The whole place was ours, and it was located in a very quiet area, which made it perfect for relaxing. Everything was really well thought out, the whole house was super clean, and we felt completely at home.The bathroom was a real highlight, and the small courtyard was great for having breakfast. The rooms were nicely decorated and very comfortable. With beautiful view from the windows. The host was super friendly and gave us great local tips that really enhanced our trip.Bruges was amazing – and staying here made it even better. Highly recommended!
View from bedroom
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Updated Medieval Charm

This was my second stay at this property. The first was with my elderly parents and this time with my wife and teenage daughters. Both times we found the property to be a nicely updated medieval cottage with everything we needed. It is a short walk from the town center, but is situated on a quiet street. There are several great restaurants nearby. The owner greeted us when we arrived and gave us a thorough introduction to the property and town. We loved it both times.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best VRBO we've ever stayed in!

My family of 5 stayed for 3 nights, and we all agreed Pascal's place was amazing! It was spacious and comfortable. I especially enjoyed the patio area at breakfast time. We loved being in a quiet area that was still close enough to walk to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property

Such a wonderful place and location! It was perfect for a small family
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for family with teens

Just a 10 minute walk from town center, spotlessly clean, and comfortable beds. Pascal was very friendly and incredibly knowledgeable about the area. One of my top VRBO experiences.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Right

We had the most lovely stay at De Hoedenmaker! Pascal was incredibly helpful and generous with his travel advice and area recommendations for food, sightseeing, etc. We had our 6 and 4 year old in tow and the house suited us perfectly. It was stocked and well appointed and very comfortable. Perhaps most of all the location is just ideal - steps from the bustle of the city but tucked in a true residential area. A gem not to be missed. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tobias G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nie wieder

Der Aufenthalt war unter alles sauer , so dass wir nach 1 Nacht ins Hotel mussten.Angegeben war die Unterkunft mit 3 separaten Schlafzimmern , was aber nicht stimmt weil um in das 3 Schlafzimmwr zu gelangen muss man durch das Hauptschlafzimmer durch.Die Heizung schaltete sich auch ab 21.30 Uhr ab , sodass es dan um 24uhr bereits nur noch 15Grad im Haus hatte.Und das schlimmste war das wir im Schlafzimmer hinter dem Heizkörper alles voll Schimmel war, was mit einem Baby garnicht geht.Der Vermieter ist null darauf eingegangen sodass wir jetzt in Deutschland einen Anwalt nehmen
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr gemütliches Ferienhaus

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in dem Haus sehr genossen. Liebevoll und gemütlich eingerichtet, hat es uns an nichts gefehlt. Pascal war sehr freundlich und bemüht! Alles in allem unkompliziert und top!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful Home in Ideal Location

Charming and comfortable, De Hoedenmaker was the perfect place to stay on my first visit to Bruges. Pascal met us to orient us to the house and the city, and made great recommendations. The historic house is beautifully appointed and had everything we needed, including very comfortable beds and plenty of towels. The terrace was a lovely place to sit and enjoy a meal. The location was quiet yet close to the major attractions and beautiful canals. I would highly recommend this property and would definitely stay here again. Great property, great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anke R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super

Prima
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bal B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house - full of character

The house is beautiful, full of character and in a great, quiet location close to a supermarket and easy to get to the wonderful sights of Bruges. The host was very helpful and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Pascal Craeye

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Pascal and Greet are married and live in Bruges ever since they were born. We have five children, all grown up already. Professionaly we are both active in education. We are happy to make you feel at home.

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English, French, German, Dutch

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