Title: Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views Holiday home in Koksijde with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views ![Beach nearby - Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views (Koksijde)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111050000/111042600/111042536/31792a0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views (Koksijde)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111050000/111042600/111042536/52237597.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher - Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views (Koksijde)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111050000/111042600/111042536/81c76f12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views (Koksijde)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111050000/111042600/111042536/4ea8dede.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views (Koksijde)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111050000/111042600/111042536/2df67f4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2368 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views 50m from the sea - 4 bedrooms - 8 persons Beautifully renovated villa with 4 bedrooms in a quiet street close to the sea and close to the shopping center. Wifi, parking, digital TV, non-smoking, pets not allowed. \* 4-star accommodation received by Tourism Flanders \* and was recently refurbished (11/2023) new sitting area, modern lighting, new kitchen appliances Layout This villa consists of a hall, spacious living room with TV corner, separate fully equipped kitchen and dining room, separate toilet. On the first floor: bathroom with shower, sink and toilet, 2nd shower, 2 bedrooms with a double bed and 2 bedrooms with 2 single beds each. For reasons of tranquillity, this holiday home will not be rented to groups of youngsters Reservations for groups of persons under 25 years of age are not permitted The situation with regard to traffic and parking differs from one town to the other. It might occur that only paid parking possibilities are available in the holiday home's surroundings It is strictly forbidden to organise any student party, bachelor party or drinking party in this house Layout: Ground floor: (hallway, Living room(TV(flatscreen, digital), seating area), dining room(dining table, balcony or terrace), Kitchen(hob(ceramic), toaster, hood, coffee machine, combination microwave, dishwasher, fridge(+ freezer), fridge-freezer, Hand blender, dishes and cutlery), toilet(toilet)) On the 1st floor: (bedroom(double bed(twin duvet, 180 x 200 cm)), bedroom(double bed(twin duvet, 180 x 200 cm), balcony), bedroom(single bed(duvet, 90 x 200 cm), single bed(duvet, 90 x 200 cm)), bedroom(single bed(duvet, 90 x 200 cm), single bed(duvet, 90 x 200 cm), washbasin), bathroom(shower, washbasin, toilet), bathroom(shower), toilet(toilet)) washing machine, garden(fenced), garden furniture, sun loungers, BBQ, parking, high chair These costs are mandatory and charged on site. They are not included in the rental price.: Pets; Not allowed Bed linen; Possible to rent per package, € 18 p.p./Stay ((please book up to 7 days prior to arrival, afterwards only on request)) Optional services that you can arrange on site: Bath towels; For rent, € 11 p.p./Stay (On request(please reserve)) Wifi; Free Cot; € 5/night (On request) High chair; € 2/night (On request) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the ocean ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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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 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 BE-8670-536 ## About the area ![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%7C51.12096%2C2.63759&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=c2nbZH8sicxU4XHAWzCUNGPnNbc=) Koksijde #### What's nearby - Koksijde Beach \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Koksijde Town Hall \- 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - O.L.V. ter Duinenkerk Koksijde-Bad \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Hoge Blekker \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Ten Duinen Abbey Museum \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile #### Getting around - Koksijde Station - 10 min drive - Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Australian Home Made Ice Cream - ‬4 min walk - ‪Huifkar - ‬4 min walk - ‪Sofie's Sunset Beachclub - ‬6 min walk - ‪Santos Palace Brasserie - ‬5 min walk - ‪By Juuls - ‬1 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views? ### What time is check-out at Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views? ### Where is Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Villa near Belgian Coast with Sea Views Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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 12 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 10 Jan 2025 #### The location is ideal—close to the beach and local shops, The house itself is we ... The location is ideal—close to the beach and local shops, The house itself is well-equipped and very clean, We appreciated the separate dining area and the lovely sitting room, A great place for a family getaway! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 24 Feb 2025 #### We had a wonderful time at this cozy holiday home! Just a short walk to Baldus B ... We had a wonderful time at this cozy holiday home! Just a short walk to Baldus Beach made our mornings so relaxing, The villa was spacious and beautifully renovated, Perfect for our family of eight, and the kids loved the garden for their games This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 27 Feb 2025 #### We hebben hier een heerlijke tijd gehad. Het huis was perfect voor ons gezin, me ... We hebben hier een heerlijke tijd gehad. Het huis was perfect voor ons gezin, met genoeg ruimte voor iedereen. De kinderen vonden het heerlijk om buiten te spelen en wij genoten van de rustige omgeving. Een geweldige plek om te ontspannen. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 27 Feb 2025 #### Villa accogliente e ben attrezzata, perfetta per una fuga al mare, A solo una br ... Villa accogliente e ben attrezzata, perfetta per una fuga al mare, A solo una breve passeggiata dalla bellissima Baldus Beach This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 23 Feb 2025 #### Schoon, comfortabel en goed gelegen, op slechts 5 minuten lopen van het strand, ... Schoon, comfortabel en goed gelegen, op slechts 5 minuten lopen van het strand, het huis was ruim genoeg voor onze groep van zes en we hadden alles wat we nodig hadden in de keuken, geen klachten! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 14 Feb 2025 #### Mi sono divertito qui! Super pulito e moderno, e de posizione è perfetta, 10/10 ... Mi sono divertito qui! Super pulito e moderno, e de posizione è perfetta, 10/10 lo consiglio per una fuga al mare con amici, Non vedo l'ora di condividere le foto su 'Gram! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 12 Feb 2025 #### Die kürzlichen Renovierungen haben einen großen Unterschied gemacht! Das Interie ... Die kürzlichen Renovierungen haben einen großen Unterschied gemacht! Das Interieur ist modern und frisch, und der Wohnraum war sehr einladend, Wir haben abends viel Zeit auf dem Balkon verbracht, Eine erfreuliche Erfahrung insgesamt This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 26 Jan 2025 #### Vi hadde et fantastisk opphold i dette koselige feriehjemmet! Beliggenheten er u ... Vi hadde et fantastisk opphold i dette koselige feriehjemmet! Beliggenheten er uslåelig, bare en kort spasertur til Baldus-stranden, hvor vi tilbrakte morgenene våre med å sole oss, Selve villaen er vakkert renovert, med mye plass til vår familie på åtte, Kjøkkenet var fullt utstyrt, noe som gjorde matlagingen til en lek, Vi elsket spesielt hageområdet for kveldsgrillinger, Vertene var veldig imøtekommende og oppmerksomme, og sørget for at vi hadde alt vi trengte, Anbefales på det sterkeste for familier som ser etter en avslappende ferie ved stranden! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 25 Jan 2025 #### Ogólnie rzecz biorąc, wspaniałe miejsce na pobyt! Lokalizacja była fantastyczna, ... Ogólnie rzecz biorąc, wspaniałe miejsce na pobyt! Lokalizacja była fantastyczna, zaledwie krótka odległość od plaży i lokalnych atrakcji, Dom był dobrze utrzymany, a doceniliśmy posiadanie pralki dla naszej wygody This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 21 Jan 2025 #### Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt wirklich genossen, Die Villa war geräumig und gut a ... Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt wirklich genossen, Die Villa war geräumig und gut ausgestattet, Die Küche hatte alles, was wir zum Kochen benötigten, und das Wohnzimmer war gemütlich für Familien-Spielabende, Auch die Nähe zum Strand war ein großes Plus, Nur der Nachteil war, dass das WLAN ein bisschen langsam war, aber wir haben es geschafft! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 10 Jan 2025 #### Geweldige locatie en leuk huis, Genoeg ruimte voor iedereen, De balkonuitzichten ... Geweldige locatie en leuk huis, Genoeg ruimte voor iedereen, De balkonuitzichten waren mooi, vooral in de ochtend, We hadden in het begin een beetje problemen met het parkeren, maar het gebied is over het algemeen vrij rustig, Zou zeker weer komen! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 4 Jan 2025 #### Rent og komfortabelt, kun en kort gåtur til stranden, Perfekt til vores familiet ... Rent og komfortabelt, kun en kort gåtur til stranden, Perfekt til vores familietur! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 4 Jan 2025 #### Przestronna i stylowa willa, idealna na rodzinne wyjazdy, Sypialnie są wygodne, ... Przestronna i stylowa willa, idealna na rodzinne wyjazdy, Sypialnie są wygodne, a kuchnia jest wyposażona we wszystkie potrzebne rzeczy do gotowania, Blisko do sklepów i plaży, na pewno wrócimy! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 2 Jan 2025 #### ¡Esta casa de vacaciones es una vibra! Súper acogedora, a solo 5 minutos a pie d ... ¡Esta casa de vacaciones es una vibra! Súper acogedora, a solo 5 minutos a pie de la playa, Perfecta para una escapada relajante con amigos, El jardín es genial para barbacoas y el WiFi es rápido, ¡Me encantó! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 1 Jan 2025 #### ¡Gran lugar! La proximidad a la playa es inmejorable, Fuimos a Oostduinkerke Str ... ¡Gran lugar! La proximidad a la playa es inmejorable, Fuimos a Oostduinkerke Strand todos los días, La villa era muy espaciosa y tenía todo lo que necesitábamos, Definitivamente volvería para otra vacaciones en la playa! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 31 Dec 2024 #### Een heerlijk gezellig huis! Het was prachtig ingericht en had een zeer huiselijk ... Een heerlijk gezellig huis! Het was prachtig ingericht en had een zeer huiselijke sfeer, We hebben vooral genoten van het balkon met uitzicht op de tuin, De Wi-Fi was snel, wat voor ons een groot pluspunt was, Al met al een zeer aangenaam verblijf This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 21 Dec 2024 #### Denne villaen er fantastisk! Planløsningen var perfekt for vår gruppe, og vi els ... Denne villaen er fantastisk! Planløsningen var perfekt for vår gruppe, og vi elsket å ha to bad, Hagen var en fin bonus, spesielt for grillkvelder, Vertene var imøtekommende og ga all informasjonen vi trengte This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 14 Dec 2024 #### Vilken härlig vistelse! Barnen gillade lekplatserna i närheten, och vi hittade g ... Vilken härlig vistelse! 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