Title: Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6193871&destination=Esens%2C+Lower+Saxony%2C+Germany&selected=38367715&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" ## Photo gallery for Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" ![Outdoor dining - Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" (Esens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38370000/38367800/38367715/9063a5c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" (Esens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38370000/38367800/38367715/37d8894e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area - Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" (Esens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38370000/38367800/38367715/94b21f12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" (Esens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38370000/38367800/38367715/97fdfeea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" (Esens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38370000/38367800/38367715/f87b1d17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" provides a garden and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4484 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" Apartment "starboard": Size: about 45 square meters, living room with integrated kitchen, bedroom, children's room, bathroom with shower, vanity and toilet, upstairs, terrace (roofed), terrace (garden furniture), parking (reserved), suitcase / storage room, ideal for 2 to 4 people. Note to the bedroom and the nursery: A bedroom is equipped with age-appropriate bed and loft bed (bunk bed) and a small extra children's room is intended for the toddler or alternatively as a storage room, for example for the suitcases. Holiday in the middle of Bensersiel! Short distances, family atmosphere, pure relaxation!The "Haus Beluga" with two cozy apartments is centrally located in the North Sea spa Bensersiel, almost directly on the harbor and only about 200 meters from the beach. Bensersiel is located directly on the unique natural spectacle "National Park Lower Saxony Wadden Sea", since 2009 "UNESCO World Natural Heritage". We offer a beautiful East Frisian holiday in a family atmosphere, for example in our beautiful garden with a seating area, a covered terrace, the barbecue, the play equipment for the children (sandpit, children's slide, rocking horse). For the most beautiful days and weeks of the year you can use washing machine, dryer, bicycles and carts to use. And above all, your children are really welcome! If the little ones like our lovely dogs, I like to take them with me on my walks in the great outdoors or be their babysitter in the evening. You can shop here in the center of Bensersiel everywhere in the immediate vicinity. Both the bakery is right around the corner as well as a supermarket, which you will find a few houses further. Restaurants, cafes and other gastronomy offers are in abundance in the immediate vicinity. The apartments, called "port" and "starboard", are comfortably furnished and equipped and comfortably designed. The apartments are each 45 square meters and best suited for up to 4 people plus a toddler. There is a living room with integrated and fully equipped kitchenette (fridge with freezer, microwave, 4-plate stove, etc.), a bedroom (with changing table in apartment "port side"), a small children's room and a bathroom with shower, vanity and toilet (Renovated in 2009). From the "Haus Beluga" you can easily reach all the attractions that Bensersiel has to offer in a few minutes on foot: the beach, the harbor or the bathing area Nordseetherme "Sonneninsel", a modern heated fun and leisure pool. All spa facilities and a modern spa, sauna and fitness center are also located there. Also the harbor (less than 50 meters) and the tourist beach facilities (200 meters) are very close. There is the beach itself with adventure playground and children's house "Kunterbunt" and the new beach portal with "Bennis adventure land" - a beach facility for children under the roof and with an internet room for surfing in the winter days. You will also find here around the beach the seawater outdoor pool, the maritime sports theme park, the circus tent for children and for many events and many more ideas for your holiday. The Kajedeich is located in the immediate vicinity of our house; this is how beautiful walks start at the "Benser Tief" (what is a "low"? Do you want to know more? Click here for this sentence!) right outside the front door. From here you start to beautiful bike tours along the inland through the meadows and fields of the march on in the immediate vicinity of our house adjacent small roads and paths. For your shopping, the morning rolls or a nice meal or a delicious coffee or tea you can find here in the middle of Bensersiel a wide range of shops, restaurants, cafes and cozy maritime pubs. For example, there is a supermarket, a bakery and several cute shops as well as several restaurants in walking distance in and on the covered shopping and restaurant line "Deichpassage" in the holiday center "North Sea Garden Park". For your holiday or your cure, you are in an ideal condition with us in Bensersiel. Very close to Bensersiel is Esens, the good room of the "Harlingerland". You can reach Esens by car in about five minutes. It is best to take a bike and drive through the marshes over the "Hammerweg" or over the idyllic "Kajedeich" along the "Benser Tief". Beautiful tours await you. The great Bensersieler offer is complemented in Esens by the more than 475 years old knight city with historically grown city center. There are a lot of small and large events, museums and other restaurants and shopping. Your children visit the indoor playground "Klabautermann" in Esens and have fun there. The "Klabautermann" is a big hall full of ideas to play and run around. In general, our area is ideal for long walks, bike rides and discovery trips in the unique nature of East Frisia. To experience your holiday on the North Sea active and relaxed and benefit optimally from the stimulating climate of the North Sea. A lot is also provided for your health: health-promoting courses, fitness and gymnastics courses in the Vital-Aktiv-Center; or have a beauty day and let yourself be pampered. Cheap shopping, many events and great gastronomic offers in the area will complete your program. With your children, you should also visit the "Pet Park" in "Werdum". This special little zoo is very popular with the little visitors. You can also feed or caress and playfully get to know the diverse world of domestic and farm animals from all continents. Bensersiel and Esens have a lot to offer for recreation, sports and games, for example, beaches with playgrounds and beach chairs, the already mentioned swimming pools, but also tennis courts, surf sections on the dike, there even a kite meadow to fly a kite, fitness, beach volleyball , Fishing opportunities, mudflat hiking tours and much more. Let the sun shine on your stomach or explore the beautiful surroundings and the vastness of East Frisia by bike. Take day trips to the East Frisian Islands and visit numerous old mills, museums, exhibitions and other cultural highlights. Bensersiel is beautiful! Welcome to Ostfriesland at the "Nationalpark Niedersächsisches Wattenmeer"! Welcome to the North Sea spa Bensersiel on the North Sea! Arrivals are possible from 13:00 to 00:00 and departures from 00:00 to 10:00. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 484 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64440000/64432400/64432362/cd408e61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ferienwohnungen am Stadtpark Norden - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space 7.6 Good 35 reviews £70 includes taxes & fees 20 Apr - 21 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=64432362&PinnedHotelID=64432362&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114760000/114758000/114757993/738354a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ferienwohnungen in Bensersiel Bensersiel - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 7.8 Good 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-21&endDate=2026-04-22&selected=114757993&PinnedHotelID=114757993&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101530000/101524600/101524567/d0ac9e63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ferienwohnung am Deich in Berumbur Berumbur - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.4 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-21&endDate=2026-04-22&selected=101524567&PinnedHotelID=101524567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106080000/106077800/106077715/62f7f365.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ferienwohnung nahe Nordsee Wattwanderung Berumbur - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-21&endDate=2026-04-22&selected=106077715&PinnedHotelID=106077715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-21&endDate=2026-04-22&selected=38367715&PinnedHotelID=38367715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=38367715,64432362,114757993,101524567,106077715) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### 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 Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Nach der Buchung noch abgesprochen werden, ob... ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### Optional extras - Bed sheets fee: EUR 7 per stay (or guests may bring their own) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as "starboard" "house Beluga" Ferienwohnung „steuerbord“ „haus Beluga“ Apartment "starboard" - "house Beluga" Esens SU\_6-107923+6-270506 Apartment "starboard" - "house Beluga" Apartment Apartment "starboard" - "house Beluga" Apartment Esens ## About the area Located in Bensersiel, this apartment is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park and Von Thünen-Park, while Museum Leben am Meer and Carolinensiel harbour are cultural highlights. Klabautermann Indoor Park and Strand Dornumersiel are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails, horse riding and cycling. [Visit our Esens travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Esens.dx6193871) [View more Apartments in Esens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Esens-Apartments.d6193871-aaApartments.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%7C53.67371%2C7.57466&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Q8qgnCmd2G63cmbhWXaRDJpatqI=) Esens, Lower Saxony ### What's nearby - ![Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6312121/1d700480-4f08-44c4-8942-31094ceab215.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Norddeich Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050609/6a9905f2-67fd-420c-9883-ac25954e0666.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Norddeich Beach 34 min drive \- 24.2 miles - Von Thünen-Park 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Bensersiel NE Ferry Terminal 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Bensersiel Beach 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Esens (Ostfriesl) Station 14 min drive - Bremen (BRE) 117 min drive ### Restaurants - Imbiss am Herdetor 6 min drive - Fischerstuben 1 min walk - Fisch und Meer 3 min walk - Ocean 7 8 min walk - der Seewolf 2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga"? ### What time is check-in at Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga"? ### What time is check-out at Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga"? ### Where is Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Apartment "Starboard" - "House Beluga" Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hildegard Margret L. 25 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy Gastgeber sehr nett. Lage ideal. Empfehlenswert ##### Hildegard Margret L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ursula M. 18 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Top Ferienwohnung Unser Kurzurlaub in Bensersiel war einfach nur super! Die Ferienwohnung klein aber fein und ein mega tolle Lage! Unsere Vermieterin sehr herzlich, wir werden wiederkommen! ##### Ursula M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jürgen 21 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Fr. Steffens war immer für Fragen/Tips da und immer sehr freundlich und offen. ##### Jürgen Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martina M. 10 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super Lage, sehr nette Gastgeberin Die Wohnung liegt 5 Gehminuten vom Hafen und Meer. Die Zimmer sind zweckmäßig, sauber, geräumig und das Bad ist neu renoviert. Alles war exakt und korrekt beschrieben und fotografiert. Die Gastgeberin ist sehr sehr nett und es hat Freude gemacht, da zu sein, wir kommen bestimmt wieder ##### Martina M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Anja S. 1 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### kurze Wege Die Wohnung war sauber und zweckmäßig eingerichtet. Die Betten sind sehr bequem. Die Vermieterin ist nett und das Haus ist zentral und doch ruhig gelegen. Am Besten haben mir die Kurzen Wege zum Strand und Hafen gefallen. So konnte man auch Abends noch einen schnellen Spaziergang am Meer machen. Der Urlaub war Erholung pur. ##### Anja S. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hermann B. 19 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Alles prima - so geht Urlaub Wir haben es sehr gut 👍 angetroffen; sehr nette Vermieterin und schöne, gemütliche Wohnung. Kurz um: Im nächsten Jahr geht es wieder hierhin. ##### Hermann B. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super Frau Steffens ist einfach nur unfassbar freundlich. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und auch unsere eher schüchterne Tochter taute völlig und ganz auf. Sehr zu empfehlen, wir kommen auf jeden Fall noch einmal wieder. Vielleicht dann im Sommer. ##### Verified traveller ---