Welcome to our family home "De Kraggehof", Nested in Belt-Schutsloot (close to Giethoorn), one of the less touristy places in the magical nature reserve 'the Weerribben-Wieden'. You feel immediately at ease upon arrival, due to the serenity of the environment and the inviting comfort of our farmhouse. We recently renovated the entire place to meet modern day standards of living, without loosing the historical touches of its rich history. We look forward to hosting you! The farm generally has a lot of open spaces, connecting the kitchen with both the dining area and the living room, which in turn is connected to the garden and its various setups (including two sunny terraces with large tables, plenty of chairs, a comfortable loungeset, a kamado bbq, and a kids play area). All bedrooms and bathrooms are clean and stylishly renovated, providing for a comfortable and pleasant stay for various types of groups. Such as families with (young) children, or (company) retreats. As our guests you will have access to the entire usable area of the farm and its living quarters, accessible through the main entrance in front or the garden in the back. There are several comfortable terraces and corners in the garden with plenty of seats, two large outdoor dining tables and a children's playground. Connected to this main part of the farm is also another smaller part of the farm where we oftentimes stay ourselves with our family, however these spaces are not directly accessible from one to the other so we won't be in each other space. There will be always someone available to help out with anything prior, during, and after you stay. Getting around is easiest by car, and there is plenty of parking space on or surrounding the property. If you prefer to travel by public transport Meppel station is the best option and only 14 minutes driving distance. We can always provide you with a taxi number. We hope you will truly enjoy your stay at the Kraggehof when visiting, and that you are as amazed as we are every time you walk the 'Schutsloterpad' to the 'Waterlelie' restaurant at the lake, strolling across the many little bridges alongside the impeccably kept gardens, wondering about different times..
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Enjoy a wonderful holiday in this spacious chalet at a prime location on the Bovenwijde. With three comfortable bedrooms, a generous hardwood deck and all the amenities you need for a carefree time in Giethoorn.
Giethoorn
Enjoy a wonderful holiday in this spacious chalet at a prime location on the Bovenwijde. With three comfortable bedrooms, a generous hardwood deck and all the amenities you need for a carefree time in Giethoorn.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Belt-Schutsloot
Located in Belt-Schutsloot, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Schutsloterwijde and Belterwijde, while Giethoorn 't Olde Maat Uus Museum and De Oude Aarde are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Pantropica and Dinoland.
Giethoorn 't Olde Maat Uus Museum - 18 min drive - 11.2 km
Walibi Holland - 51 min drive - 56.5 km
Getting around
Meppel Station - 17 min drive
Restaurants
De Grachthof - 11 min drive
Stadscafé Oasis - 13 min drive
Grand Café Fanfare - 11 min drive
Grandcafé Centrum Giethoorn - 11 min drive
De Pergola - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Kraggehof | charming family & retreat home pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Kraggehof | charming family & retreat home?
As of 15 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kraggehof | charming family & retreat home on 31 Aug, 2026 start from S$3,557, 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 The Kraggehof | charming family & retreat home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Kraggehof | charming family & retreat home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Kraggehof | charming family & retreat home?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Kraggehof | charming family & retreat home located?
This family-friendly Belt-Schutsloot holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Schutsloterwijde, Belterwijde and Beulakerwijde. Zuideinderwijde and Boschwijde are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Very tasteful and modern decoration. Three separate spaces for different family groups. Well located in a cute village with walking paths along the canals. Restaurants, bike rental and boat rental within walking distance. Easy drive to Giethoorn, the “Dutch Venice”. Located within an area of natural beauty with plenty of outdoor activities with a nice home to gather for large family dinners.
Wir waren vom 01.05.-04.05. mit 14 Personen im Kraggehof. Das Haus ist großräumig und gut ausgestattet, die Schlafzimmer einfach, aber gemütlich, die Terasse im Garten mit Blick auf die Grachten ein absolutes Highlight. Rundum eine tolle Unterkunft - sollte man zumindest meinen. Denn das Problem in dieser idyllischen Lage sind die Nachbarn! Beschwerden aufgrund von Lärmbelästigungen gingen bereits um 18 Uhr ein und folgten sodann beinahe stündlich über alle erdenklichen Kommunikationskanäle (via FeWo, per WhatsApp und Anruf). Letztlich wurde uns sogar das Musikhören auf Zimmerlautstärke (!) verboten und wurden dem Garten verwiesen - ein absoluter Stimmungskiller!! Und wenn man ein Haus für 14 Personen vermietet, sollten die Nachbarn mindestens auch so verständnisvoll und tolerant sein und verstehen, dass 14 Personen alleine durch Gespräche, Gesellschaftsspiele, Geschirr-Geklapper uÄ automatisch Lärm verursachen. Lärmverursachen verursachen.
Sarah E.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2025
Hi Sarah,
First of all, we are very happy to hear you appreciated our family home accommodation so much, thank you very much!
Secondly, we are sorry to hear about your less appreciative experience with our beloved neighbors. Their experience was different than how you portrayed the situation (loud music carrying over the canals, drinking with loud behavior on their private property/ terrace, and the list goes on).
Needless to say there are always two sides to each story, so let’s leave that as is. To be fair we are always very clear and upfront on the fact that this is a family home, situated in a quiet and small village. So far we have not received complaints about our neighbors from other guests, but we do feel sorry for your lesser experience versus what we strive for as hosts.
We hope your next accommodation and hosts will be better accommodating your group!
Best,
Willem
Tolles, sehr schönes Haus, idyllisch gelegen direkt an einer Gracht. Sehr schön und sehr geschmackvoll renoviert und gut ausgestattet. Gut geeignet für größere Gruppen aller Altersklassen.
Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt, wenn das Wetter mitspielte , konnte man herrlich in den verschiedenen Sitzecken im Garten relaxen. Der Aussenbereich würde von ein bisschen mehr maintenance profitieren.
Alles in allem ein herrliches Haus welches wir weiterempfehlen können.
Together with my husband Willem and our two sons (9 months and 2 years old at time of writing) we live in Amsterdam. As much as we love living there, we also very much enjoy nature, being outside and going on adventures!
As such, in 2022 together with our good friends (and their three kids) we became owners of the 'Kraggehof', which is situated right on the water and in the middle of the nature area 'De Weerribben'. Together, we have transformed this former farmhouse in a little paradise where we love to go ourselves but which we also very much like to share with you!