The 8-person holiday home ‘Oude Huis’ is located in the gorgeous valleys of the Belgian Voer region. Built in the 16th century, this half-timbered house has a welcoming, nostalgic look and feel thanks to its centuries-old beams, clay walls, red tiles, and wooden furniture. ‘Oude Huis’ is a fantastic holiday home for couples, hikers, or families with children of all ages.
Then and now
The half-timbered house was built in the sixteenth century. In around 1750 it was split and extended to the west. Due to its dilapidated state and the poor ground underneath, the whole thing had to be disassembled first. The timber frame was meticulously restored and the gaps were again filled with loam on a wickerwork of willow branches. Later on, Het Oude Huis was transformed into the attractive holiday home it is today.
Let’s take a look inside
You enter the holiday home via the charming hallway, which has a toilet decorated with vintage tiles from a traditional Brussels mansion. The hall leads onto the living area, which consists of a living room, dining area, and open-plan kitchen. The wooden kitchen has a marble sink and is fully equipped. Enjoy dining at the wooden dining table, relaxing on the armchair or sofa in the sitting area, snuggling under a blanket and watching a film of your choice (DVD player and DVDs available). Thanks to the wood-burning stove, it’s always nice and warm inside. The first floor has two small bedrooms, one large bedroom, and a cosy double bedstead. The old roof supports, the soft clay tones, and the wide wooden planks give the bedrooms an authentic look and feel. The upper floor also has a separate toilet and a bathroom decorated with vintage tiles and equipped with a double shower and a large, marble washbasin.
Outdoor space
Guests of ‘Oude Huis’ can enjoy the sun on their private, south-facing terrace, and can also use the garden that is shared with guests from the neighbouring holiday homes. Light the fire pit and enjoy sitting outside until the early hours! With a swing set, slide, and sandpit, this holiday home is also ideal for children.
