Title: Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33605600/33605503/ae784730.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33605600/33605503/3fe065c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33605600/33605503/4ac6b233.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33605600/33605503/59ad6a9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33605600/33605503/4da895dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as kayaking and cycling, at this cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - 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 - Smoke-free property ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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 and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located in Alphen aan den Rijn, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Sint Annahofje and Hooglandsekerk are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Duinrell and Vogelpark Avifauna. Wet 'n Wild and Archeon are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Alphen aan den Rijn travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alphen-Aan-Den-Rijn.dx178022) [View more Cottages in Alphen aan den Rijn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alphen-Aan-Den-Rijn-Cottages.d178022-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.15456%2C4.64310&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=T9ud_9PjaKdfi0OrbpLp4rsKKoo=) Alphen aan den Rijn, South Holland ### What's nearby - Vogelpark Avifauna - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Leiden University - 18 min drive - 10.2 miles - Corpus - 21 min drive - 11.9 miles - Duinrell - 24 min drive - 17.0 miles - Keukenhof Gardens - 26 min drive - 13.1 miles ### Getting around - Nieuw Vennep Station - 15 min drive - Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 30 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Weteringpark - ‬6 min drive - ‪Mr. Kebab - ‬9 min drive - ‪Van der Valk Hotel Avifauna - ‬10 min drive - ‪'s Molenaarsbrug - ‬10 min drive - ‪Restaurant Van der Valk - Avifauna - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view? > Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout, Vogelpark Avifauna and Galerie Helga Hofman. Wet 'n Wild and Castellum Theater are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful, country style cottage near the windmill, polder and windmill view Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 100 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian 29 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice respite from the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam city center. Beautiful and peaceful surroundings and the cottage is very cozy. ##### Christian Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl-Heinz M. 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Super ##### Karl-Heinz M. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcel J. 6 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very pleasent stay It was a georgous lodging. Hans was a very good host. ##### Marcel J. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jodie H. 11 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Jodie H. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul L. 7 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Paul L. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monya v. 6 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely and clean Good location, clean, friendly host ##### Monya v. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### keith m. 29 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely holiday Spent 10 days in this lovely property Hans was an excellent host Would recommend to anyone. ##### keith m. Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam B. 27 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer Holiday Absolutely superb accommodation, in a lovely area of countryside. Hans the host was extremely helpful and welcoming. We will certainly be returning. ##### Adam B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Debbie T. 24 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### 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. ##### Debbie T. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristof Z. 25 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Quietly stay in a wonderful place ##### Kristof Z. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leo S. 2 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Leo S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John K. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### John K. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie M. 30 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un superbe séjour - wonderfull stay We have spent a wonderfull time in Hans's cottage. The location is very comfortable and practical with a beautiful view on the countryside. All the great towns ( Gouda, Delft, Amsterdam, la Haye,...) are near (30 to 45 mn by car) so it is very convenient for the visits in the beautiful Holland. Great stay fully recommanded with a great mill to visit !! ##### Marie M. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mindy A. 30 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Mindy A. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tami d. 6 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Tami d. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric A. 31 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Eric A. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan H. 8 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Jonathan H. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### karin m. 6 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place We stayed 4 days in this very lovely place. We are a big family (2 adults and 5 children), the place is very cozy, we have a lot of place inside the cottage, and also outside (rarely used because of the weather). Is very close to the old windmill where the cottage owners live. The owners are very kind persons, and will be happy to give you also information about places to visit during your stay. We will come back certainly, if we will visit the Netherland again. ##### karin m. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda H. 10 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Linda H. Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### karin V. 15 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! :) ##### karin V. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth P. 9 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Elizabeth P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martina G. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Idylle pur Besser geht es nicht! Ein wunderschönes, geschmackvoll und zweckmäßig eingerichtetes Häuschen in der Natur, direkt neben der noch funktionierenden Mühle unmittelbar am Rhein. Zahlreiche Radtouren kann man vor Ort beginnen. Herzlichen Dank an den sehr freundlichen Vermieter Hans ##### Martina G. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kirsten H. 31 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Kirsten H. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### B. K. 24 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ruhiger entspannter Urlaub Es war wunderbar und entspannt im Windmill Cottage. Die Natur direkt vor der Tür und den Blick auf die herrliche Mühle. Das Radfahren macht dort sehr viel Spaß. Das Cottage ist sehr gemütlich eingerichtet. Es passt einfach alles. ##### B. K. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael F. 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Michael F. 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