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De Hoedenmaker' is a charming and elegant holiday house in the heart of Bruges, offering a peaceful retreat with central heating, cableTV, DVD player and books. The fully equipped kitchen features cooking utensils and cutlery. Relax on the private walled-in terrace or unwind with fast WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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

  • EN [PLEASE NOTE: As of 1/9/2026, there is a new owner. Send me a message for instructions if you wish to book after this date.]
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    '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. A city tax op €5pp/pn is mandatory (property fee).

    We wish you a pleasant stay in a magnificent Bruges!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,184 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

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

About the area

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Historical Center Bruges, a neighbourhood in Bruges. Menen and OLV-ter-Potterie are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Magic Planet and Cozmix Planetarium. Consider Cactus Club for a night out or Leopoldpark if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Bruges travel guide
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Map
Bruges, Flanders

What's nearby

  • Choco-Story Museum
    Choco-Story Museum
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bruges Market Square
    Bruges Market Square
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Christmas Old Market square in the center of Bruges, Belgium
    Bruges Christmas Market
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Burg
    Burg
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bruges Belfry
    Bruges Belfry
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • De Reisduif
    5 min walk
  • The Monk Beerpub 'n Poolbar
    6 min walk
  • Bakkerij Sint-Paulus Nv
    7 min walk
  • De Vloamse Trine
    6 min walk
  • 't Terrastje
    4 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.

How much is parking at 'De Hoedenmaker': Cosy 17th century Flemish House in historical centre of Bruges?

There is free parking nearby.

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 Jan van Eyckplein, Bruges Market Square and Bruges Christmas Market. Sint Jakobsstraat and Park Sebrechts Brugge are also within 10 minutes. Bruges Station is 27 minutes by foot and Brugge-Sint-Pieters Station is 27 minutes.

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

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 210 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liz k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay in this property. Pascal was very welcoming and helpful. The property is comfortable, well equipped and in a great central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lovely property
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location - 4 or 5 blocks from the Market Square but on a quiet street. The house was clean with a modern kitchen & bathroom. Pascal met us and offered his tips & recommendations for seeing Bruges. My friends & I enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

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

Awesome property

Such a wonderful place and location! It was perfect for a small family
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

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

The best VRBO we've ever stayed in!

My family of 5 stayed for 3 nights, and we all agreed Pascal's place was amazing! It was spacious and comfortable. I especially enjoyed the patio area at breakfast time. We loved being in a quiet area that was still close enough to walk to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

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

Perfect for family with teens

Just a 10 minute walk from town center, spotlessly clean, and comfortable beds. Pascal was very friendly and incredibly knowledgeable about the area. One of my top VRBO experiences.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

sally p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can’t recommend this home enough! Brilliant location! So close to the main squares but far enough away for it to be quiet. Pascal met us at his lovely home and showed us round. He gave us some very useful tips for restaurants, tourist sights and trips. He even took us to the supermarket so we wouldn’t get lost. Pascal and his property are a fabulous choice. Clean and comfortable, everything you need on hand. We’d love to revisit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay at this property in Brugge. The owner met us and shared some helpful info, and provided some tasty treats. The unit was exceptionally clean. It was very quiet overall - no noise from neighbors, and a very quiet street. (We only heard a couple people walking down the street, and only on Saturday night). We slept very very well. The beds and pillows were very comfortable and my two teens appreciated having their own spaces. Kitchen was well equipped for simple meals, and the washer and dryer worked well and were helpful to have. The neighborhood had a lot of character and it was an easy walk to the city center. The train station was a 25 minute scenic walk. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon w.

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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
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10/10 Excellent

steve g.

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
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10/10 Excellent

David M.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

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Just Right

We had the most lovely stay at De Hoedenmaker! Pascal was incredibly helpful and generous with his travel advice and area recommendations for food, sightseeing, etc. We had our 6 and 4 year old in tow and the house suited us perfectly. It was stocked and well appointed and very comfortable. Perhaps most of all the location is just ideal - steps from the bustle of the city but tucked in a true residential area. A gem not to be missed. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Keith M.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Updated Medieval Charm

This was my second stay at this property. The first was with my elderly parents and this time with my wife and teenage daughters. Both times we found the property to be a nicely updated medieval cottage with everything we needed. It is a short walk from the town center, but is situated on a quiet street. There are several great restaurants nearby. The owner greeted us when we arrived and gave us a thorough introduction to the property and town. We loved it both times.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gillian W.

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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
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

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Delightful Home in Ideal Location

Charming and comfortable, De Hoedenmaker was the perfect place to stay on my first visit to Bruges. Pascal met us to orient us to the house and the city, and made great recommendations. The historic house is beautifully appointed and had everything we needed, including very comfortable beds and plenty of towels. The terrace was a lovely place to sit and enjoy a meal. The location was quiet yet close to the major attractions and beautiful canals. I would highly recommend this property and would definitely stay here again. Great property, great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Great host and fantastic little property

Pascal was great, he communicated well and was helpful prior to arrival. The property is in a quiet area but literally minutes from the busy streets, which is nice relief from the crowds. So great suggestions for restaurants on Du Phare on the outer ring mostly locals and food excellent-our favourite of the trip. Pascal even came to pick us up at the station as he knew it was very busy. He checked us in and took time to point out attractions and places of interest. a very enjoyable Christmas stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

suzanne m.

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
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8/10 Good

Deb G.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Perfectly sited, well appointed and with a knowledgeable and gracious host in Pascal. Excellent for our 5 night family stay in Brugge.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Hosts. Great location. Property had everything we needed. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francis G.

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Fantastic apartment although access to third bedroom not ideal. Great location and Pascal is a fabulous host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dagmar H.

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

Accommodation very centrally located

Kitchen is well equipped
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Brugges Stag Do

Very clean property, good location and friendly host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025