'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Bruges, Flanders

Bruges Market Square9 min walk
Historic Centre of Brugge10 min walk
Bruges Christmas Market10 min walk
Brussels (BRU-Brussels - National)83 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

'De Hoedenmaker,' is an exceptional beautiful holiday house. It is located in the heart of Bruges. The facade is built in the traditional step-gable style that is typical of the finest Flemish houses. It is a charming and elegance house built in 1675. Located in the peaceful and quiet area of Saint Gilles quarter, about 400m north of the medieval port of the city and only a 10 minutes' walk to the Market Square and the Belfry tower. 'De Hoedenmaker' is a three-level house with a total of 110 square meters living area, completely renovated in 2003 and refurbisched in 2017. New bathroom in 2019.

The kitchen includes a full complement of cooking utensils and cutlery. One the 1st floor there are 2 separate bedrooms with a Queen bed in each. One of the Queens can be separated in two beds if necessary. On the 2nd floor, in connection with the master bedroom, there is a twin bed (full size single beds for adults). On the 1st floor there is a full bathroom and second toilet on the ground floor. Central heating. The house faces south and takes in plenty of sun year round. It also has a private walled-in terrrace and laundry room. In the living room you'll find cableTV, DVD, books, ... Fast WiFi is available for free. NETFLIX availalbe if you are a member.

Guests who want to visit Bruges will enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of the city. The house is situated in a very quiet historic part of Bruges. You will love this relaxing resort and immediately feel at home. Guests who want to visit Bruges will enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of the city. Nearest recommended restaurant at 50 m: “Tom’s Dinner”. Touristical leaflets on Bruges and its surroundings are available.

Free parking just outside city center or near train station (3.50/day). Free shuttle to your house (350m).

We wish you a pleasant stay in a magnificent Bruges!

Property manager

Pascal Craeye

Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bruges

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Historical Center Bruges, a neighbourhood in Bruges. Historic Centre of Brugge and Menen are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cozmix Planetarium and Leopoldpark. Consider Cactus Club for a night out or Goolfy Blacklight Minigolf if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

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Bruges, Flanders

What's nearby

Bruges Market Square - 9 min walk
Burg - 9 min walk
Historic Centre of Brugge - 10 min walk
Bruges Christmas Market - 10 min walk
Bruges Belfry - 10 min walk

Getting around

Bruges Station - 11 min drive
Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Monk Beerpub 'n Poolbar - ‬6 min walk
‪Bistro De Schilder - ‬5 min walk
‪Reisduif - ‬5 min walk
‪Groot Vlaenderen - ‬5 min walk
‪Verdriet van België - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges located?

This family-friendly Bruges holiday home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Statue of Hans Memling, Bruges Market Square and Historic Centre of Brugge. Bruges Christmas Market and Sint Jakobsstraat are also within 10 minutes. Bruges Station is 27 minutes by foot and Bruges-Saint-Peters Station is 27 minutes.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

21 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

We had a nice stay, being able to walk into the town square was lovely. The place is authentic Bruge which is what we were after.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinna L.

12 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winderschön

Es war wirklich eine der schönsten Ferienwohnungen in der wir jemals Urlaub gemacht haben. Der Vermieter hat uns viele wertvolle Tipps in Brügge gegeben. Danke nochmal für die rundum gelungene Kurzreise.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

6 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Bruges

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed staying in this beautiful home while visiting Bruges. We were so close to the center of town and walked everywhere in Bruges from there. The house was spotless and comfortable. Our host, Pascal, gave us lots of recommendations for meals and sight seeing. I highly recommend this property.

Stayed 12 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve g.

19 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Apartment!

This beautifully updated 17th century apartment could not have been nicer and the location was terrific. Pascal met us and gave us really good information about Bruges and the surrounding area. We would absolutely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Deb G.

14 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Off the beaten track

This property was exactly as seen in the pictures. Unfortunately, the adjacent property is now boarded up and the one across the street is empty and for sale therefore the street lacks curb appeal. However, it is quiet and nice to be away from the busy city centre but only a 10 minute walk to get there. Also, Tom's diner is an amazing restaurant that is a stone's throw away. The inside of the property is also as pictured. We did find the stairway precarious as two of us have mobility issues. The beds and bedding were very comforable and the kitchen had what was needed for our stay. Pascal was very lovely and explained the area and attractions. He was also very accommodating with our check in process. Communication was excellent.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

7 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Family Get Together

The location was perfect for us - in a quiet neighborhood and a short walk to the Markt area. The house was very comfortable and provided everything we needed for a group of 4 adults. The bathrooms and kitchen were modern and very clean (as was the rest of the house). The sitting room and patio were great places for us to gather and plan our day or enjoy a beer together in the afternoon. Our hosts were very friendly and took the time to provide advice on where to eat and places to see. I really appreciated that Pascal accommodated our needs and checked in with us throughout the week. A few additional details about the home … the beds were very comfortable and the bathroom was stocked with plenty of fresh towels. Large master bedroom. Note - the third bedroom is accessed through the master. The electronic lock at the front door eliminated the need to manage keys. It was a delightful stay and we highly recommend it to others!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rik t.

10 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prima verblijf, midden in het centrum.

De communicatie met Pascal is vlot en vriendelijk. Het huisje is erg charmant en ligt op een mooie (en tevens rustige) locatie midden in het centrum (paar minuten lopen). Ik heb het verblijf als zeer prettig ervaren en zou het iedereen aanraden.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Keith M.

2 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

De Hoedenmaker - Bruges

Excellent property and really great location. Host very helpful. Only small issues were access by vehicle/parking is not easy, accuracy of parking charges needs update .. and third bedroom is accessed via hatch from 2nd bedroom.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian W.

31 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, clean property

Lovely historic property in quiet area but only 10 minute walk to the centre of town. Super -markets nearby. Spotlessly clean and comfortable. Pascal very helpful in giving us local information.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon w.

7 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing character & charming house

From the moment you walk in you are welcome with beautiful features and space. We especially enjoyed the generous size living room and private garden after a day of sight seeing. Great location, easy walking to all the cities sites.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff W.

4 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect comfortable location

Amazing- would go back

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

suzanne m., Northern Ireland

25 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just fab!!

We all loved our stay in Bruges and renting Pascal’s house made it even more special. So clean and comfortable. The location of the house is perfect for easy access to everything but being away from any street noise made it perfect for us. Pascal himself is so friendly and helpful. We ate at a lovely Italian restaurant ‘Trattoria Murano’ nearby and could highly recommend ‘House of Waffles’ for a special brunch. We would love to return to lovely Bruges and this lovely house. Thank-you.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

11 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt

Die Unterkunft hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Besonders die herzliche Begrüßung durch Pascal und die sehr gute Ausstattung sowie Sauberkeit des Objekts hat uns beeindruckt. Die Lage des Hauses ist super, da man fußläufig alle Sehenswürdigkeiten erreichen kann, aber trotzdem in einem sehr ruhigen Viertel übernachtet.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tobias P.

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderbar!

Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in Brügge. Das Apartment war wunderschön. Vielen Dank an Pascal für die gute Betreuung!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petra M.

2 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Pascal is an amazing host. He spent the extra time with us as a ‘tourist info centre’ - Perfect!! House was comfortable and a wonderful space to start and end your days. Would gladly stay here again 😊 Thank you

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Del D., National City, CA

25 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay, Marvelous Host

First, the obvious: Bruges is amazing, and the house location is almost impossible to beat— central, comfortable and quiet. All the sites are no more than a ten-minute walk, with grocery stores and bakeries just a couple of minutes away. Pascal is a gem. He is friendly and truly wants his VRBO guests to have the best possible Bruges experience. He is knowledgeable, kind, and quick to respond to questions and problems (not that we had any of the latter- everything was perfect). We loved staying here and were sorry to leave.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley-Lou L.

11 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect rental

Lovely house, warm vibes. Quiet and comfortable. Great bathroom! Easy walk to square. Pascal very helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacquelyn s., Boulder co

1 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, quiet location near the heart of the action in Bruges

This house is perfect for two couples, or two couples and two additional children - as the third attic bedroom is up a stairwell through the master bedroom - which makes adult nighttime bathroom runs tricky. All the beds are comfortable, the house is spotless, the linens are nice and the master bath is lovely. And, dealing with Pascal is so easy; he is generous with his knowledge of Bruges!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry G., Elmira, Ontario, Canada

30 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hat Maker at Brugges

We stayed here as the first leg of a 22 day Belgium Netherlands tour. It could not have been easier. Our host, Pascal kept in good communication with us as we arrived by train. He even went out of his way to pick us up at the train station. This was unexpected, but very welcome. We were warmly received with some nice local treats after informative conversation of the area. Pascal is very knowledgeable about the area and could easily be a tour guide. The house was clean, tidy and very comfortable...just a short walk to the centre of town. Loved it. Love Brugges.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

25 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Bruges

Simply amazing! Pascal is incredibly thoughtful! Some yummy beer in the fridge for my Husband (Belgium Beer Lover), time was spent going over the map,explaining historical sites, yummy restaurants and just the best way to get around. The space worked perfectly for our fam of five to sleep, eat and be merry! So grateful for our time in this lovely city and to have a "home" to come home to after our full days of adventures! We would love to return in the future! Cheers!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Wayne B.

19 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Over all impressions.

overall very good, the owner controls the room temperature and it was overly cool much of the time. The location was good. The owner was helpful in showing us things to see and do.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

16 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Bruges stay

The property is a three bedroom historic home in a quiet street just a ten minute walk from the market square. The walk is a very beautiful one, as is every walk in the historic centre of Bruges. The house had everything our group of 6 needed and was warm and comfortable. If we had wanted to cook our own food the kitchen had everything we would have needed. Overall a very pleasant stay in a characterful property.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian S.

16 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brügge

Sehr schönes Appartement in absoluter Zentrumsnähe. Schön, sehr sauber und perfekt ausgestattet. Gerne wieder!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauryl S.

7 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in Bruges

One of the most beautiful places I have stayed. Perfect location and amazing host. He spent time showing us what we should see and places to eat. He listened to what we were interested in and gave us personalized recommendations. Great communication and accurate description of accommodation and amenities. Everything was beautiful, comfortable and the host put thought into what a renter may need.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

William J.

5 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Another Christmas weekend at this property having previously stayed there in 2016. Communication was great and access simple to this lovely house in a quiet residential area. It's only a short 10 minute walk to the centre with a Carrefour supermarket within a couple of minutes. Definitely our first choice to stay in Bruges.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Pascal Craeye

Pascal and Greet are married and live in Bruges ever since they were born. We have five children, all grown up already. Professionaly we are both active in education. We are happy to make you feel at home.