A lodge on the Warteloo battlefield, imagine yourself sleeping in the heart of history.
The Hougoumont farm gite is a comfortable duplex apartment.
It is comfortably furnished and decorated in an English style where everything is there to remind you of the history of the place.
Located in the middle of the battlefield of the time, and with no close neighbors, your stay will be under the best hospices. The Hougoumont farm is located in the town of Braine-l'Alleud, in the Walloon region, in Belgium, it stands in the middle of what was the field of the battle of Waterloo, the last battle of the Emperor Napoleon 1st . It is open to visitors and houses a lodge with a capacity of 4 to 5 beds.
The Hougoumont farm gîte is the ideal place to stay to discover the history of the Battle of Waterloo. You will be able to shine in the surroundings and visit all the historical sites of the surroundings. This is a unique opportunity for you to spend the night in the middle of the field of Napoleon's last battle. It has 2 bedrooms (sleeps 4/5), a dining room - living room, an equipped kitchen, a shower room and a separate toilet.
Since spring 2020, an educational farm has also been installed there.
A message with arrival and departure instructions will be sent to you by the host a few days before your arrival.
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Soirées en groupe
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
About the area
Waterloo
Waterloo is home to this cottage. Avenue Louise and Brussels Christmas Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Walibi Belgium. Ready for a night out? Consider Flagey and Forest National. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking and cycling.
Domaine de la Bataille de Waterloo 1815 - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Lion's Mound - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Brocante du Lion - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Hougoumont Farm Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Centre Culturel de Braine-l'Alleud - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Braine-l'Alleud Station - 6 min drive
Charleroi (CRL-Brussels South Charleroi) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
A Table! - 19 min walk
McDonald's - 19 min walk
Ô Ptit Creux - 2 min drive
Lunch Garden - 19 min walk
Boucher De Maximus - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Gite Ferme d'Hougoumont pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Gite Ferme d'Hougoumont?
As of 4 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gite Ferme d'Hougoumont on 3 Sept, 2026 start from S$442, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Gite Ferme d'Hougoumont?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gite Ferme d'Hougoumont?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gite Ferme d'Hougoumont?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Gite Ferme d'Hougoumont located?
Situated in Waterloo, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lion's Mound and Brocante du Lion. Dernier Quartier Général de Napoléon and Royal Waterloo Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km). Braine-l'Alleud Station is 28 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Brilliant. Cosy, clean, comfortable and well-appointed. Glad we didn't bivouac!
Great accommodation in the heart of history. Lots of nearby facilities. The complimentary beer was excellent.
Andrew
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy
29 Oct, 2025
A superb weekend in an historic place!
Very comfortable accommodation in an evocative and important historic site.
Jeremy
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Pierre
8 Mar, 2026
Wonderful setting and excellent accommodation
Peaceful setting in the heart of the battlefield in a very. Clean and well equipped apartment
Pierre
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert
27 Apr, 2026
A Fantastic waterloo experience
Haugomot farm, atmosphere
Robert
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paul
29 Mar, 2024
Wonderful historic site to stay!
Beautifully decorated rooms in a very nice and quiet environment.
Paul
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Felicity
22 Jun, 2025
An amazing experience to stay in this historic place. Information and access were very accessible.
The beatiful rooms and pictures. The views of the courtyards and surroundings.
Felicity
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Adam
10 May, 2025
Wow! Couldn't get any better for a history lover. 10/10!
Lovely inside and had a great tour from the guide. Highlight of my trip to Belgium for sure.
Adam
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stephen
19 Nov, 2025
Interesting and moving experience.
The historical reference in comfortable and well preserved accommodation
Stephen
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Beverley
16 Jun, 2025
An amazing experience, walking in the footsteps of history
It felt like a real privilege to stay in such a significant building, in the middle of the battlefield.
Beverley
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan
6 Sept, 2025
This is the only place to stay for a Waterloo battlefield tour.
The location is everything. There are restaurants near by, but we elected for self-catering, which gave us more freedom and time to investigate the locations associated with the Waterloo campaign.
Jonathan
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Deborah
29 Dec, 2025
The entire experience and spending a night at Hougoumont was unbelievable. It was fantastic.
The farmhouse was amazing. To have the entire house to yourself was a real experience of a lifetime.
Being able to go out in the courtyard and/or walk to the museum and restaurant was a bonus.
The staff were very friendly and helpful, especially Cedric. We booked and travelled from Australia and would recommend the experience to everyone. It is a must.
Deborah
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
2 Mar, 2024
A fantastic experience
Loved staying in the Gite, very atmospheric, and we felt very privileged to be staying in such an historic place
Sarah
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anthony
21 May, 2024
Studying history in comfort
Having studied the Battle of Waterloo for may years to have the opportunity to stay in this historic place was truly great.
We were very impressed with the facilities of the gite, everything was of a very high standard.
Anthony
From a partner site
8/10 Good
RONALD
24 Jun, 2024
A comfortable though quirky gite in a very historic setting.
We specifically booked the Hougoumont gite because of the building's involvement in the Battle of Waterloo and we stayed there over the anniversary of the battle so to have the place to ourselves after closing time was, because of my life-long interest in the Napoleonic era, a very special experience.
The location and apartment has an unbelievable significance to the history of the Battle of Waterloo. Anyone who is a history buff would be thrilled to be able to stay there and surround themselves in this location.
Beautifully staged, very quiet and comfy to relax and visit.
Marie G.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David
15 Apr, 2024
Fantastic experience in a fantastic historical setting.
The apartment is wonderful and part of the historic Hougoumont Farm. There is no better place to stay at Waterloo. You are on the battlefield.
David
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Barbara
13 Aug, 2025
Lovely venue.
Fabulous place to stay in the midst of a very historic site. Quiet once all the visitors are gone except for the occasional camper.
Comfortable beds/mattresses
Kitchen reasonably equipped with fabulous cookware.
All very clean and tidy.
Wonderful restaurant available walking distance away 10 minutes thru footpaths in fields.
EV charging points also available in same town.
Barbara
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sylviane
6 Jun, 2025
A unique experience
What an incredible experience staying in this place where history was made.
From A to Z, a great stay. Very helpful communication prior to arrival. Excellent facilities, very comfortable. The welcome basket was very much appreciated too.
An experience that will stay in our memories forever!
Sylviane
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karoly
8 Oct, 2025
Excellent all around
Well, what not to like ? You have the location, the ability to enjoy the farm outside of visitors access. Lot of space, complete kitchen, great beds, atmosphere... Just wonderfull. On site staff service is limited but that goes with the territory.
Karoly
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert
25 Oct, 2024
It was a joy to be able to stay at Hougoumont, facilities were of a high standard steeped in histor
Staying at Hougoumont was a long held ambition four our group and it was not a disappointment. The accommodation was a perfect base for a full tour of the Waterloo battlefield. For us being able to stay in such a historic setting was an honour. I would highly recommend it.
Robert
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Mireia
22 Mar, 2024
We felt relaxed, calmed and cozy.
The uniqueness of the place. The kitchen was very well equipped. However, I missed having a hairdryer. Otherwise, everything was perfect.
Fabulous place to stay in Waterloo (near Brussels) with east access to the highway. The house is an updated (read completely modern) apartment on the original farm from the battle of Waterloo. A short walk to the Lion and museum, beautiful sunrises and sets over fields.
The apartment was perfect for a family of 5! Thank you for a memorable stay! Great place to come home to and unwind after visiting the sights of Belgium.
Kate J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Will
11 Jun, 2024
Interesting stay in atmospheric surroundings.
Comfortable and peaceful apartment looking both into the courtyard and over the front of the farm, where much of the fighting occurred. Numerous books are provided to encourage a greater understanding of events. Freedom to roam the grounds, especially once the small museum had closed for the day, was most appreciated. Good views across the area and and an easy walk to the excellent main museum started to give an understanding of the geography of the battlefield. Easy drive to other museums.
Will
Verified
8/10 Good
M B.
1 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
vrbo
The properly was find, Vrbo is the problem. Trying to get problems resolved is a nightmare. We will never use Vrbo again
M B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anne
24 Jul, 2025
Jamais nous b'avons connu un gîte d'une telle qualité
un séjour parfait,propreté impeccable, literie géniale, matériel génial. une recommandation des jeux pour la soirée avec les enfants c'est nécessaire. Nous reviendrons c'est sûr
Anne
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