Villa Lactea - Sustainable holiday home in nature

Summary:
Welcome to Villa Lactea, a sustainable holiday home in the heart of nature made with mainly reclaimed materials.
Throughout the 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 living rooms, big kitchen, playroom, dining room, greenhouse and garden, you can find stories of the previous lives the materials inside the house have lived.
In this home you can comfortably stay with 24 people and are close to some gorgeous mountainbike trails and hiking trails.
Book your relaxing stay in this magnificent holiday home now!

The Space:
Welcome to Villa Lactea, your sustainable oasis of peace in the middle of Flanders.

This home is built with reclaimed materials. Walking through the home, these materials tell the story of their previous lives. Throughout the following text, you can find bits of these stories, but we invite you to get to know all of these stories through the information provided inside the home.

These stories take you through the two living rooms, eight bedrooms, four bathrooms, bistro room, and glasshouse that come included in this fabulous holiday home.

Entering you will find the beautiful hallway that leads into a cozy and colorful living room offering ample seating space. Next to the living room, you'll find the big kitchen with a big table so everyone can enjoy meals together at the same table. Kitchen creatives can work their magic on the big countertops provided with enough room with modern cooking equipment. If that's not enough there is a smaller room with extra fridge space and a sink next to the kitchen. Basic cleaning supplies as well as a washer and dryer can be found here.
Moving on from the kitchen, you can find another living room with a few chairs and a stove to gather around on one of those cold Belgian winter or autumn nights.
From the living room, you get access to the master bedroom with a double bed and ensuite bathroom.
On the other side of the living room, you can find the playroom equipped with a pool table and various children's toys.
Moving on you can find the mudroom, providing a second way in/out of the house. This entrance is to leave your muddy shoes in after a hike to not get the rest of the room dirty.
Next to the mudroom, you can find the bistro room equipped with round tables and a small fridge for when eating in the kitchen is not preferred.
From here it is possible to make your way to the greenhouse, where a few plants bear fruit, which guests may eat during their stay.

On the second floor, accessible by two classical staircases, you can find different bedrooms to start you can find a beautiful bedroom with a double bed and ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and a beautiful view over the garden.
Next, we find a hallway, giving access to three bedrooms, a toilet, and a bathroom.
The first bedroom contains two single beds, the second bedroom offers two single beds and a bunk bed while the third bedroom boasts a double bed.
All of these bedrooms are decorated with beautiful lights and wooden built-in closets. Looking out of the windows, you can see the beautiful garden.
The bathroom is equipped with two sinks and a walk-in shower.
Entering the second hallway, you will find another bedroom with two bunk beds, the same wooden closets, and a beautiful view as the other bedrooms.
The second hallway also includes a toilet and a very spacious bathroom with a modern bathtub and walk-in shower.
Further down the hallway, you can find another bedroom with a double bed.
Moving on, you can find a toilet separating the previous bedroom from the last bedroom equipped with 6 single beds. The floor of this bedroom is made with the old floor of a sports hall, which makes this room perfect for the little ones of the family to feel right at home.

Outside of the home, you will find a beautiful garden with two big picnic tables made from the trunks of trees from nearby forests.
In case of rain, you can find shelter in the patio, equipped with a set of furniture, a ping-pong table, and two barbecue grills

The home is decorated with various paintings by a local painter under the name "Haviks Nest" giving this home extra style. If you would be interested in buying one of these paintings, feel free to contact the painter. (contact details can be found in the home or on the internet)

The home is situated right in the middle of nature where you can start mountain bike trails or hiking adventures.
At about a 20-30-minute drive, you'll find the beautiful city of Antwerp, where you'll for sure encounter more stories and culture!
Book this unique holiday home now, for a perfect family getaway!

Guest Access:
GUEST ACCOMMODATION ACCESS:
Guests will have access to the house and glass house, but not the wooden barn behind the glass house.

EXTRA GUEST ACCOMMODATION ACCESS NOTES:
There are no other guest access notes that could impact your stay.

The Neighborhood:
The property is near various mountainbike trails. More information about mountainbike trails can be found at the website of "sport vlaanderen"

At a 20 minute drive you can find the big city of Antwerp with its old city centre is steeped in history. You will find it in ancient building-fronts on narrow streets or in the imposing Grand-Place. The Plantin-Moretus Museum is the only museum in the world to be classified as a Unesco World Heritage site. In the shadow of the Cathedral of Our Lady, the city teems with life in intimate pubs and restaurants. The banks of the Scheldt are a great place for a breath of fresh air.

Antwerp is a world city on a human scale. There’s always something to see and experience from interesting museums and fun attractions to surprising spots and architectural highlights.

"Finger-licking good food? Antwerp is the place to be! Experience the city's welcoming terraces on the many squares and, in addition to Belgian staples such as fries and chocolate, sample local delicacies such as the beer "Bolleke" and the liqueur "Elixir d'Anvers".

Whether you’re a quiet connoisseur, stern onlooker or boogie wonder, Antwerp’s nightlife is unfailingly vibrant. Whether you want to go for a drink with friends, enjoy a play or film or dance into the small hours, the city offers a varied nightlife, with something to enjoy for everyone.

Antwerp is a metropolis by the river, a city that will always leave you wanting more. Hip and historical, cool and classical, trendy and traditional. Everything is within walking distance. How could you not like this astonishingly diverse, pocket-sized metropolis? Antwerp’s city centre can be subdivided into seven different shopping areas, catering to everyone’s tastes.

Antwerp’s Meir is the city’s most prestigious and vibrant walking and shopping avenue. You’ll find branches of many of the large international chains here in the stately 18th and 19th century buildings. Do visit Shopping Stadsfeestzaal, an exclusive shopping centre in the city’s beautifully-restored festival hall.

Do you need a break from the crowds? No problem, find a seat on one of the nice terraces in Wapper, the square in front of the historic Rubens House.

The trendy Het Zuid neighbourhood is all about art and culture. Here you’ll find the city’s three large museums (the Royal Museum of Fine Arts - which is undergoing renovation - the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Photo Museum), numerous art galleries and a few famous auction houses. The area around Vlaamsekaai and Waalsekaai is home to modern galleries and some exclusive design and interior shops. Worth checking out, even if just for some inspiration.

Het Zuid is a lively neighbourhood, especially after sunset. That’s when the hip cafés and restaurants come to life. Taste the best of what Antwerp has to offer and meet some of Antwerp’s many bon vivants. Raise a toast to the good life, together with writers, actors and artists.

Het Zuid’s hipster factor is highest in Volkstraat, where you’ll find several trendy concept stores that stock design products, unique accessories and lots of interior objects. A very lively neighbourhood which is always nice when shopping.

Antwerp has been the largest and most dependable diamond centre in the world for more than five centuries. This is not just a business story: it is also a tale of craftsmanship, technology, traditions and creativity. Would you like to experience what diamonds mean in Antwerp, or are you looking for a jewel? Antwerp is a world-famous hub for fashion and diamonds. The city is therefore the perfect base for creative and fashion-conscious jewellers. Go out with a guide and discover contemporary jewellers in the Fashion Heart or the historic centre of Antwerp.

Antwerp is a metropole and offers lots of public transport possibilities. We advise you to avoid the city center by car. Please note that the entire city centre of Antwerp and Linkeroever are a Low Emission Zone (LEZ) to ensure that air in the city becomes even cleaner. The most polluting cars are no longer welcome in the city. Always check your vehicle with the check tool before entering the LEZ.

Getting Around:
ACCESSIBILITY:
You can easily reach the accommodation by car, public transport and taxi.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT:
For bus transport, please refer to the website “delijn”.
For train transport, please refer to the website “belgiantrain” or “nmbs”

PARKING:

For all parking information, we refer you to the website “seety”. This website will clearly show the parking options when entering the accommodation address. It shows parking costs, the possible durations and even public (underground) parking options if available.

EXTRA GETTING AROUND NOTES:
There are no other getting around notes that could impact your stay.