We are Tony and Greta, living in Hamme (Zogge) in East Flanders. Both 60 years young… and still very active on the labor market… We don't have any hobbies and love the peace…. For some time now, we have been taking for ... Read more
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“Blissfully enjoyed the sea with our dog”
Together with our dog Yoda we enjoyed a blissful week in 'Het Appartement'. Lots of light and space, very tastefully decorated, cozy fireplace and a fantastic view of the sea. All the comfort in the kitchen for a cozy cooking ... Read more
Music in Ostend. 5 essential songs about the Queen of Seaside Towns for your holiday by the sea
Music in Ostend? Yes, you certainly will. It is also nice that Ostend regularly appears in a song. “Oostende Bonsoir”, sings Arno. “Ostend, One city is not the other”, De Mens sings about the Queen in their singel … Read more
"Nowhere as squat as here"
Hello Anke, The apartment is fantastic. Beautiful view, beautifully decorated. We have already rented a lot of apartments by the sea. We have never seen such a squat clean. Thank you for that. Our week cannot fail. To be repeated. This … Read more
Is the apartment still available?
Is Het Appartement or De Loft on the Zeedijk in Ostend still available? We often receive this question via text message, email and telephone. Then we look together for the availability of our apartments with frontal sea view. But did you know ... Read more
Your holiday beach in Ostend from the air
The beach, the sun and the sea. They feel great in this drone video. Our guests Christine & Marco Branco emailed us after a successful holiday. We are happy to share it with you! Unique images With their DJI Mavic ... Read more
"Wunderbare little Ruheinsel"
“Es ist eine wunderbare kleine Ruheinsel in der wir einige Tage Verbringen konnten. Modern eingerichtet, blitzsauber und mit allem ausgestattet was man braucht. Vom Bett aus sieht man who dicken Containerschiffe wie auf einer Perlenschnur den Ärmelkanal enlang fahren. Everything … Read more
“Glad we found your sea view apartment” - Review
We just received a very nice review and email from Greta and Tony. They rented De Loft in Ostend for one week and were so delighted. Anke and I, as private landlords, are also very happy that we ... Read more
Easter by the sea. 3 exciting children's activities in Ostend during the Easter holidays
Update 20202! Easter in Ostend by the sea is a wonderful time. Spring is in the country. Bright sunny days can spoil you by the sea. Which of these 3 cool activities during the Easter holidays do you find worthwhile? The Easter holidays ... Read more
“Sunset over the North Sea. Fantastic to take pictures here ”
“Gulls flying by. The salt water that splashes against the breakwater. The waves that continuously roll on the beach ... That photography is so nice. ” Karen Ravache, holiday guest in our apartment, discovered this during her holiday in the apartment with sea view in ... Read more
Why it is often better weather on the Belgian Coast
The weather on the Belgian coast can sometimes differ significantly from the weather in the interior. Gray in Ghent or Antwerp, but perhaps sunny on the beach. Do you know why? 5 facts about the weather on the Belgian coast. ... Read more
Where can you find the most famous cocktail bar on the Belgian Coast?
The most famous cocktail bar on the Belgian coast… and by extension Belgium? You will find it in a well-hidden place in Knokke. Solve the riddle in this article ... and treat yourself to a mix previously drunk by Leonardo ... Read more
A beautiful modern apartment with everything on one. Tasty Cava on arrival, shops and restaurant within walking distance. The view is formidable !!!!!! Very nice is the garage where also the beach stuff is present.
Our 3 favorites walks in De Panne
Young and old travel to De Panne for Plopsaland. Yet the last major Belgian coastal municipality before the French border is much more than an amusement park. In this blog we give you our three favorite walks. When we go for a walk… Read more
We have just spent a wonderful week with our grandchildren - Very nice apartment with sea view and everything is available - Even with bad weather you can still enjoy the beautiful sea view Very practical kitchen with all necessary appliances and kitchenware - Spacious bedrooms and good beds - Separate guest toilet is always welcome - The apartment is also equipped with a garage - The location is great! also for the children, the beach is not too crowded - 4 chairs and a windshield can also be used to relax on the beach - Very clear arrangements with the friendly owners - everything is arranged down to the last detail !! Congratulations and thanks to the owners ;-) !!
Sand on traces of coastal tram? The new suction dredger resolves it
Sand is nice to play in and to build sandcastles with. But it is a disaster between your sandwiches and a disaster on the tracks of the coastal tram. De Lijn solves this last problem with a ... Read more
Joy Anna Thielemans: “Feel so at home here”
“It has been a long time since I felt so at home on a 'week trip'. Everything is there, the view is incredible, the daily beach walk is wonderful and the whole apartment is in tip-top order. I miss it already, very hard. I ... Read more
"Super apartment. Beautiful and comfortable. Beautiful view. Correct lady of the house Anke, friendly and grateful. The bubbles were a warm welcome. With little words, I and my granddaughter have had a super leave. Thank you Anke for everything. "