The 12-person holiday home Château La Driesch consists of the two connected residences Chez Miel and Chez Mamy. This beautiful accommodation is part of the gentlemen farmer’s estate of the same name (Herenboerderij La Driesch) in Aubel, a Belgian village with a rich history. With its large park garden and centuries-old trees situated in the heart of a picturesque landscape, the château is the perfect place to relax, enjoy nature, and recharge.
Then and now
Farmhouse La Driesch was built in the 18th century. In the second half of the 19th century, a donjon with heavy cast-iron balustrades was added and the property was labelled a chateau. Lillyjan and Bert instantly fell in love when they saw the chateau for the first time and are now its proud owners. They had the right wing renovated in 2011 and the middle part in 2016, so that the chateau could be converted into several holiday homes. In the holiday homes Chez Miel and Chez Mamy you can still find many authentic elements.
Let's take a look inside
After entering Chez Mamy, you will find yourself in a remarkable hallway. From here you can walk into the living room, where you will find a lovely sitting area with wood-burning stove and a long, wooden dining table. A big window connects the living room to the kitchen, so that everyone feels included in the group. The spacious kitchen is very suitable for extensive cooking, as it it is equipped with all conveniences including a 4-burner hob, convection oven, microwave, large refrigerator, Senseo coffee machine, dishwasher and much more.
From the kitchen you also have access to holiday home Chez Miel. On the ground floor of this holiday home you will find a double bedroom, a refreshment room and a separate toilet. When you take the stairs to the first floor you will reach the living area, which offers a beautiful view on the estate. Also in this living area you will find a cosy sitting area with a woodstove. Furthermore, there is an open kitchen that is equipped with all conveniences, like a 4-burner ceramic hob, convection oven, large refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave and Senseo coffee machine. The wooden dining table is perfect for extensive dining. On the first floor you will furthermore find a double bedroom (with a double bed and a cot) and a luxurious bathroom with walk-in shower, washbasin and toilet. And last but not least, there is a lovely double room on the large mezzanine.
The first floor of the holiday home Chez Miel has a double bedroom (with double bed and cot) and a bathroom with walk-in shower, sink, and toilet. There is also a comfy sleeping area for two on the large mezzanine. The first floor of Chez Mamy has two spacious family rooms with boxspring beds and an original three-quarter bed. These bedrooms can sleep two adults and two children (up to 12 years) or three adults. The first floor also has a luxurious bathroom with walk-in shower, sink, and toilet. The second floor has a cosy, en-suite double bedroom with bath, shower, and toilet.
Outdoor space
As a guest of Château La Driesch, you have access to two gorgeous private terraces located on either side of the property. You also have access to the beautiful garden park with a majestic oak tree, Lebanese pine, sweet chestnut tree, and walnut tree. The trees are illuminated in the evening and look absolutely enchanting. The garden is perfect for strolls, having a picnic, playing football, or just relaxing with a book. The children can enjoy the playhouse, football goal, and go-kart.
Château La Driesch feels like a second home, somewhere you could spend the whole year. The scent of blossom wafts through the air in spring, while summers are imbued with the smell of fresh hay. You can also pick nature’s fruits: currants in June, cherries and plums in July, pears and apples in September, and quinces in October. In autumn, there are still some sweet chestnuts and walnuts to be foraged before winter returns.
Outdoor pool
During the summer season (from begin May, if the weather allows it, to September) guests of Château La Driesch can enjoy the heated outdoor pool. This pool (which is 4 metres wide, 12 metres long and 1.5 metres deep) is open from Monday to Saturday between 10:00 and 16:30.
Please note:
Drinking parties and bachelor parties are strictly not allowed.
