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Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view

Alphen aan den Rijn accommodation with kitchen

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Point of interest
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Alphen aan den Rijn, South Holland
  • Place, Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Vogelpark Avifauna
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Zeegersloot Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alphen aan den Rijn

On waterfront.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Alphen aan den Rijn cottage, you'll find Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout and Vogelpark Avifauna. Wet 'n Wild and Castellum Theater are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Vogelpark Avifauna - 8 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Zeegersloot Golf Club - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Wet 'n Wild - 10 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Castellum Theater - 12 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Nieuw Vennep Station - 15 min drive
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weteringpark - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Visspecialist Sluizeman - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ankara Market - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Café 't Jagertje - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bierlokaal De Zatte Kater - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view

On a unique location, in the Green Heart of the Netherlands, on the edge of Alphen aan den Rijn, a splendid cottage was built and opened in 2014. The cottage is cozy and picturesque, decorated in country style; a place to enjoy and to relax. Situated nearby the windmill, you can see the windmill to one side and the beautiful polder landscape to the other side, where in summertime, cows and sheep graze outside. The cottage is surrounded by 3 terrasses.

The cottage is adjusted for 4 persons, of course less is also possible. The mentioned price is based on a maximum of 4 persons. An extension up to 6 persons is possible by use of one extra bedroom, or up to 8 persons by connecting the next door apartment, by way of an inside door. For more then 4 persons another price is applied. For more information about the extra bedroom or apartment, please ask your question on the 'Contact' page.

The cottage and the connected house are built in nostalgic country style, in perfect harmony with the windmill and the landscape. Lots of old materials have been used, like beams, bricks and the rooftiles of the former old cowshed.

On the groundfloor there is a cozy double bedstead (160 x 210 cm) and above of this bedstead it is possible for one or two children to sleep.This is an extra sleeping possibility, children don't have to sleep there. The space above the bed on top is limited because of the ceiling. All matresses are of good quality.

There is also a complete modern kitchen, a dining table and a cozy lounge area on the ground floor. There is also a bathroom with a shower and a seperate toilet.

On the first floor is a bedroom with two single beds. The boxsprings and mattrasses are of good quality. We have 'four season' wool duvets on all of the beds.

You are a guest of Hans and Susanne Vrolijk and their two children, the inhabitants of the windmill. Besides his Job as a technician, Hans is the miller of this windmill on a voluntary basis. Susanne Is a portaitpainter.
They would be very happy to welcome you!

Ofcourse it is possible to have a look out and inside the windmill, the miller is happy to tell you about its history and function.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view to the airport?

This cottage is 19.1 mi (30-min drive) away from the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Jack's Casino (20-min drive) and Jack's Casino (26-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view to downtown Alphen aan den Rijn?

This cottage is 0.4 mi away from 's-Molenaarsbuurt.

Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hans and his wife are incredibly gracious hosts and provided an excellent start to our journey! Unpresidented beauty surrounds you in all directions. The location added ease of travel to multiple destinations both touristy and free will to roam and explore. Very friendly town folk and business owners throughout the area. Be sure to stop by De Rijk Zuivel, the little family dairy right down the lane, for some ice cream, phenomenal cheeses or other goodies they make right there! Tell Steven and Ageline that Chad the farmer sent you. Ask Hans about the windmill. He has so much pride in it and rightfully so! Being a stuart of the mill is a generational family tradition. It is an absolute work of ingenuity and art. Fully functioning, it retains a vital role in water level control in the surrounding canals. By far the most beautiful mill we saw on our entire stay in the Netherlands, and we saw dozens. We cannot thank you enough for helping to make our trip so special. Everything combined was truly a magical experience for us. I hope we are able to return again in the future. Or at the very least, have our paths cross again some day. Be well our new friends. Until next time.Peace, love and light Vanuit de grond van ons hart, hartelijk dank(From the bottom of our hearts, thank you)Chad and Dottie
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Naomi O.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage had everything you would need to have a great stay. The bakery and supermarket in easy access. The bike routes from the cottage are perfect. Would come again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!!!! We love this place!! Hans and his wife and son are wonderful hosts. The cabin is sparkling clean and wonderful. For US users: king size bed upstairs, with optional twin next to the king in the same room. The “box bed” downstairs is a queen size below, and on top would be good for a small child. It does have a mattress on top but it’s under the sloping roof. It was wonderful for us. We didn’t need it but I’m sure the AC both upstairs and downstairs would be wonderful in summer. The views out over the polders landscape are incredible. The view of the windmill is fantastic. The bikes he rented to us worked great to get into town and we felt like we belonged:). 30-35 min to TheHague. 25 min to Schiphol. Thank you Hans!! I hope we can come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ricky K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic , absolutely fantastic !!!Our host (Hans) was awesome! Easy to communicate with and a flexible check in. Clean , spacious and a great location with parking for our car , there is nothing more we could have needed in our vacation rental. We were with 4 adults and a 3 year old, Hans made us feel at home , with also a tour of the windmill. We also rented bikes from Hans which was wonderful. Thank you so very , this us a wonderful property which I highly recommend to my friends and family !!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful week

The house was fantastic: comfortable and bright, with windows on three sides. The view of the windmill next door was a bonus!Location is superb - close to Amsterdam, Keukenhof, Leiden and Delft. We made good use of the bikes which are available to hire.Hans was a great host - available and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Peaceful Place To Relax

We loved the peaceful setting out in the country. It was a great place to unwind. We enjoyed the sheep, swans, and other birds. It was incredible to see a windmill up close out of our windows every day.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice respite from the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam city center. Beautiful and peaceful surroundings and the cottage is very cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Holiday

Absolutely superb accommodation, in a lovely area of countryside. Hans the host was extremely helpful and welcoming. We will certainly be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

This place was amazing. It was ideal for our family the kids loved it,the windmill cottage has beautiful views of the countryside from every window. The cottage was very clean and has everything available,Modern and comfortable. Hans & he’s wife we’re very helpful they went the extra mile to make our stay very welcoming,will definitely stay here again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Stay

We stayed 6 nights in April. Highly recommended. Small village with a Spar and a bakery/coffee shop on the large canal just a km away. Nice to watch all sizes of boats up the canal. Owner very cordial and helpful. Well located to visit the nearby towns. Peaceful. The windmill is very very interesting.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing, convenient, and relaxing

We loved our stay at the Windmill Cottage! Hans was very helpful and welcoming, the cottage was very clean, big, and had everything we needed. The location is very convenient to other parts of Holland, and it was lovely biking in the area with bikes that we could easily and cheaply rent from Hans. The sunsets were amazing, and it was special to see ducks, swans, rabbits, and other animals in this quiet and beautiful area. If we come back to Holland, we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monya v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely and clean

Good location, clean, friendly host
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

We came to see the tulip fields and absolutely loved this VRBO. This location was an easy 20-minute drive to Keukenhof. It was nice and quiet. There was a patio where you could relax and enjoy the views. Hans was very friendly and communicative and even arranged a last-minute tour of the windmill for us. Our kids loved the trampoline and the soccer play area. I highly recommend this location. Thank you Hans for such a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Windmill Cottage

We found the cottage very comfortable and quiet. It was in an excellent location for visiting key towns and villages. The children loved the farm animals and outdoor seating areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our favorite place to stay!

Our 3 night stay at the Windmill Cottage was all that it promised and more. My family trip included my mom (85 years young), my two brothers and me - on a journey throughout the Netherlands. We enjoyed the ability to cook and enjoy meals both inside and outside with ample space to relax the enjoy an early morning or a sublime sunset. Hans, our host, whose rental is appointment with modern amenities, was thoughtful and brought 3 bikes for us to use. Later he kindly gave us a tour of the windmill that has been in his family for generations. I highly recommend this special place - close to the coast, to Amsterdam and Rotterdam or trips to nearly Delft and Gouda and more. We enjoyed the traditional bedstay and loved talking with the sheep. Many thanks to Hans and his family for sharing this exquisitely beautiful spot on the planet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Definitely recommend

Very clean, love the location, the bikes were great, great communication. Definitely has the old school Dutch feeling and we loved it. Great to be out of the touristy part of the Netherlands and get a real feel of the real Holland.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint Dutch experience

My family and I spent one month at the cottage. We were able to completely relax and really feel like we lived like the Dutch. It’s located just off the beaten path from the big town. Everything is accessible by foot/bike/ or auto. The location is peaceful and we felt very safe. The property has full amenities and is kept up with beautiful gardens. Our host Hans was amazing and accommodating as well. He gave us lots of information and was super helpful on the area, as well as traveling around the country. There is plenty for the kids to do here… we had a teenager and toddlers! Our favorite was bonding with the farm animals and feeding the sheep. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Windmill Cottage

Windmill Cottage was a delightfully appointed place to stay for 4 adults. Our host Hans was most helpful in suggesting places to visit and where to eat and we enjoyed looking around his farm. A most enjoyable stay and would highly recommend it for a delightful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

karin V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Swans and Goats and windmills

We loved our stay here after 4 busy days in Amsterdam it was the perfect venue and easily accessible to many destinations. The owner was very helpful and easily reached. The only downside perhaps were the beds which were small and a little too hard. The bedroom upstairs also did not have a bathroom nearby. other that that we had a terrific visit! :)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

keith m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely holiday

Spent 10 days in this lovely property Hans was an excellent host Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect introduction to the Netherlands!

This place was perfect for our first visit to the Netherlands. Hans was a perfect host and even took us inside his home and showed us the inner workings of the windmill at the request of our 12 year old. Loved coming home to this place in the evening, we would love to come stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vannessa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience!

My 2yo child, husband and I enjoyed few nights here and was welcomed by the owner shortly after arriving. The place is clean, cozy and in a great location. We definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly Dutch Experience

This property provides the quintessential Dutch experience - beautiful cottage on the footsteps of a windmill overlooking the Dutch polders with farmland and animals. It’s in a very central but quiet location, with easy access to all the famous sites in Holland. This is my 27th trip to NL and where I chose to introduce my children to my homeland. It exceeded all expectations.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurent M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best holidays ever!

The place is amazing. It was ideal for our family holidays. Children didn't want to leave! The cottage has incredible views of the windmill and the beautiful Dutch countryside and wildlife. Yet, you are well located to explore Holland. The cottage itself is very clean and well-equipped. Modern and comfortable. The hosts are friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful. Thank you! I cannot recommend strongly enough this place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly wonderful stay!

It doesn’t get more Dutch than this: staying in a cottage on the property of a windmill. Our family of five loved everything about the accommodation. The cottage is clean and well-equipped. The owners were so kind and accommodating and even gave us a tour of the windmill. Close to the airport which was perfect for our early flight. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021