Landlord Anke: ""One day I will wake up with a view of the sea," I predicted.
As a child, I didn't particularly like that sand between my toes. But when I walked on the beach in Ostend at age 22, I knew for sure: someday I wouldn't just walk on the beach, but also look at it from my lazy armchair and keep looking. I can still hear myself saying: “Later, when I wake up here on the weekend with a view of the sea, then…”, not the slightest hesitation, not even a “maybe”.
In hindsight, quite a bold statement for a student whose house-garden-children-tree life had yet to begin.
“One day dreams will come true, as long as you just believe in them,” I sang along to Kinderen voor Kinderen over and over again as a child. Perhaps I owe it to the fact that I believed in it so strongly, because in 2012 I became the owner of the Apartment. Since then, I do indeed regularly wake up on weekends with a view of the sea.
In hindsight, quite a bold statement for a student whose house-garden-children-tree life had yet to begin.
“One day dreams will come true, as long as you just believe in them,” I sang along to Kinderen voor Kinderen over and over again as a child. Perhaps I owe it to the fact that I believed in it so strongly, because in 2012 I became the owner of the Apartment. Since then, I do indeed regularly wake up on weekends with a view of the sea.
Landlord Hans: : "Fantastic to dive into the waves every day
"Do you love the sea or the mountains the most?" I never really knew what to answer when asked that question. As a child, I went hiking in the mountains with my parents, holiday after holiday. Even afterwards, I continually sought out the vastness of the mountains. I loved the mountain peaks. Their beauty and power. But the sea also attracted me. I enjoyed days in and around the water.
When I met Anke in Ostend, I fell in love immediately. With Anke and with the sea. The sea: its vastness, its beauty, its power. Just like the mountains, but close by. Besides our passion for each other, Anke and I have shared a passion for the sea ever since.
As the cherry (or is it passion fruit?) on the cake, I became the owner of the Loft in 2018, overlooking the most delightful swimming pool in the world. Anyone walking by regularly sees me diving into the waves. Fantastic, isn't it!
When I met Anke in Ostend, I fell in love immediately. With Anke and with the sea. The sea: its vastness, its beauty, its power. Just like the mountains, but close by. Besides our passion for each other, Anke and I have shared a passion for the sea ever since.
As the cherry (or is it passion fruit?) on the cake, I became the owner of the Loft in 2018, overlooking the most delightful swimming pool in the world. Anyone walking by regularly sees me diving into the waves. Fantastic, isn't it!
Carlos and Martine
We have just returned from a week in the loft. First and foremost, a big compliment to the cleaning staff. Super clean upon our arrival. We thoroughly enjoyed the peace and quiet and the great decor after an extremely busy period. We will definitely be back.
Alain Cammaert
Top spot! Very well-maintained apartment with a direct sea view! Ideally located, quiet yet close to everything. We had a wonderful week there, and this was already our third time. On top of that, Anke is a Superhost. See you soon.
Bianca Stevens
Very beautiful and neat apartment! Easy and convenient to reach… nice quiet location! We would love to come back here!
Manu and Els
Dear Anke, We have now enjoyed a stay by the sea in your beautiful Loft three times. It is a pleasant experience every time. We enjoy the sea, but also the proximity of Ostend and the activities surrounding the Ensor Year. We did everything by bike, which we could safely store in the bicycle cellar. In the evenings, we enjoyed watching TV on a large screen, just to underline yet another of the many advantages of the loft. Until next time, Manu and Els Halsberghe-Vanderhoeght Kind regards.
Wim Matthijs
We have already stayed at Anke's apartment twice. Once in January, once in March. What a delightful place to stay. Just outside the hustle and bustle of Ostend city, yet close enough to walk there. Everything you need to have a wonderful time is there. It is nice that you have a view of the sea from your armchair, from the dining table, and from the kitchen. Always beautiful to look at. One of the few places where your faithful four-legged friend is also welcome. Very professional host. Everything is neat and decorated with great taste. For us, it is becoming/will remain our regular spot by the sea.
We love to share our little sea
As a blended family, we often spend time with our 5 children in Anke's Apartment. When it is just the two of us, we usually wake up in Hans's Loft. Wherever we stay and wake up, it is pure bliss every single time. We love sharing this unique pleasure with you as a tenant.
Are you calling Anke? Or with Hans?
Anke is Ilena and Jaane's mother. She is the owner of Het Appartement, used to teach, and is a paramedic. So, she loves explaining things, helping people, and is a whiz at organizing. If you have questions or would like to book Het Appartement or De Loft, Anke will answer your emails and phone calls. Expect personal and warm contact.
Hans is the father of Jippe, Vitta, and Chiel. He is the owner of De Loft and is a communications consultant, business journalist, and ghostwriter. Experienced in writing economic articles, online content, and books. Not afraid of digital innovations, he is developing this website into a content platform with extremely useful information for our guests and lovers of the Belgian Coast.