The gorgeous, joint accommodation consists of two holiday homes: ‘Hoeve Hurpesch’ and ‘’t Bakhuisje van Vrouw Holle’, which together can accommodate as many as 30 guests. ‘Hoeve Hurpesch’ and nature reserve between the villages of Mechelen ‘’t Bakhuisje’ are located at the end of a cul-de-sac, in a quiet area and nature reserve between the villages of Mechelen and Epen. The holiday home offers a view over the rolling landscape of the Geul valley. This is the perfect spot to go on a lovely walk, with quaint cafés and restaurants just a few minutes away.
Hoeve Hurpesch - Then and now
The ground floor has a rustic cooking studio, a cosy living room with wood-burning stove and flat-screen TV, a games room, a multifunctional room (not included but available for hire separately), a separate toilet, and two en-suite double bedrooms, one of which is wheelchair-accessible. The first floor, accessible via two staircases, has seven luxurious bedrooms and bathrooms. The second floor has another bedroom. The luxury bath products provide a quintessential hotel experience! The property has a total of 26 beds and three cots. The comfortable beds will be made up for you before you arrive. Bath and kitchen towels, toilet paper, and rubbish bags will be provided, and you’ll also be treated to a tasty bite to eat on arrival! The beautiful, fully-equipped kitchen diner is at the heart of the property. This cooking studio is equipped with a jet-black ‘Lacanche’ range with gas burners, wok burner, plancha grill, and three ovens! You can also make use of the ice cream maker, professional crème brûlée blow torch, top-quality graters, knives, mixing bowls, and chopping boards. There is also a filter coffee machine, Nespresso coffee machine, espresso machine, and a milk frother. Alongside that, you can use the wood-fired pizza oven and the large barbecue on the terrace and pluck herbs from the herb garden. It’s nothing short of paradise for those who love to cook. Prepare a delicious meal together and dine at the wooden dining table.
Hoeve Hurpesch - Let's take a look inside
The ground floor has a rustic cooking studio, a cosy living room with wood-burning stove and flat-screen TV, a games room, a multifunctional room (not included but available for hire separately), a separate toilet, and two en-suite double bedrooms, one of which is wheelchair-accessible. The first floor, accessible via two staircases, has seven luxurious bedrooms and bathrooms. The second floor has another bedroom. The luxury bath products provide a quintessential hotel experience! The property has a total of 26 beds and three cots. The comfortable beds will be made up for you before you arrive. Bath and kitchen towels, toilet paper, and rubbish bags will be provided. The beautiful, fully-equipped kitchen diner is at the heart of the property. This cooking studio has a jet-black ‘Lacanche’ range with gas burners, wok burner, plancha grill, and three ovens! The cooking studio is well equipped, with plenty of chopping boards, mixing bowls, a colander, a strainer, multiplane graters, grinder knives, a large Kitchen Aid, and more. There is also a filter coffee machine, Nespresso coffee machine, espresso machine, and a milk frother. Alongside that, you can use the wood-fired pizza oven and the large barbecue on the terrace and pluck herbs from the herb garden. It’s nothing short of paradise for those who love to cook. Prepare a delicious meal together and dine at the wooden dining table.
't Bakhuisje van Vrouw Holle - Then and now
In the past, pies and bread were baked at ‘t Bakhuisje van vrouw Holle. Recently, the little bakery (‘t Bakhuisje) has undergone a complete restoration and renovation by owners Bart and Cecile. Even after the renovation, there are still a lot of authentic elements to admire, like the oak trusses, boulder plinths and wickerwork with loam.
't Bakhuisje van Vrouw Holle - Let's take a look inside
The holiday home has a cosy living room with a wood-burning stove, a kitchen with fine appliances such as a dishwasher and Boretti induction hob, two bedrooms and a bathroom. The bathroom is equipped with a cast-iron clawfoot bathtub, spacious walk-in shower and washbasin. The entire ground floor has underfloor heating. There is also a heat pump for the hot water and heating.
Outdoor space
At ‘Hoeve Hurpesch & ’t Bakhuisje’ you can make use of the large inviting garden where you can relax, wander around, or pick fruit. Take in the view of the Vijlenerbos and the hamlet of Bommerig while soaking in the sun on the patio made from old ship’s planks. A lovely additional feature is the fruit orchard that grows at the front of the farmhouse. Here you will often see Farmer Hupperetz’ sheep grazing. Even more fun is the unique wellness zone that you can enjoy during your stay which features a Finnish sauna, outdoor shower, seating area, and fire pit. Children can enjoy the trampoline, the playhouse with slide and swings, or the ping-pong table.
Workshops, breakfast, and pizza night
Cecile and Bart, who themselves live in the east wing of the farmhouse, offer various workshops and catering options to make your stay even more special. For example, they can arrange a sheep-herding workshop or a delicious breakfast and/or pizza night for you. Bart also provides business training and team-building activities, and often acts as a facilitator. Breakfast can be prepared for you by Cecile who ran a B&B and living-room restaurant for many years. She uses high-quality, fresh produce from local business, such as meat from the pig farm Kuusj in Mechelen and cheeses and eggs from the farmer. A pizza night with antipasti, salad, pizzas, and petit dessert is sure to guarantee a fantastic evening. Bart and Cecile collaborate with local caterers for on-site dinners, cookery workshops, and buffets and would be happy to advise.
Please note
Due to its location in an area of tranquillity, this holiday home is not suitable for student parties, hen or stag parties, or other drinking parties. It is therefore not permitted to play loud music or make lots of noise outside without prior consultation. It is particularly important to maintain peace and quiet after 10 PM.
If you wish to book ‘Hoeve Hurpesch & 't Bakhuisje’ together for a small wedding, for instance with a garden ceremony, please discuss this with us beforehand as different rental prices apply. Please contact us for an offer tailored to your wishes!
