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Cozy rural apartment with beautiful countryside views

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Living area
Dining
Living area
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 670 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Alphen aan den Rijn, ZH
  • Place, Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Archeon
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Doolhof
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy rural apartment with beautiful countryside views

In the heart of the Dutch polder landscape, on the edge of Alphen aan den Rijn, you will find our characteristic farm *Maria’s Lust*. On the property, there are four comfortable holiday homes, each offering beautiful, unobstructed views over the surrounding meadows.

Looking to get away from it all and enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside? Then you’ve come to the right place.

**The apartment “Het Zomerhuis” is fully equipped with:**
• A fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher, combination microwave and fridge with freezer compartment
• Free Wi-Fi
• Two bedrooms: one double room and one room for four guests
• Comfortable box-spring beds (can be arranged as single or double beds)
• Private terrace with garden furniture
• Air conditioning
• Access to a washing machine and dryer

The living room, kitchen, bathroom and one bedroom are located on the ground floor. Upstairs, you will find the second (four-person) bedroom and a cozy mezzanine.

**For young and old**
For children, there is a play area with a trampoline and swings. Although we are no longer an active farm, there are still plenty of animals around, including sheep (with lambs in spring), horses, chickens and alpacas.

**Explore the surroundings**
From your doorstep, you can enjoy beautiful walking and cycling routes through the Green Heart of Holland (routes available).
The centre of Alphen aan den Rijn, with a variety of shops and restaurants, is just a 5-minute drive away.

Also worth visiting:
• Archeon (archaeological theme park)
• Avifauna Bird Park

Thanks to the central location, cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, The Hague, Delft, Leiden and Gouda are all within easy reach. The North Sea beach is approximately a 30-minute drive away.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses wind and solar energy
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Alphen aan den Rijn

Located in Alphen aan den Rijn, this apartment is in a rural area and near theme parks. Zeegersloot Golf Club and Brouwerij de Molen are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Aalsmeer Flower Auction and Westfield Mall of the Netherlands. Travelling with kids? Consider Duinrell and Archeon. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Alphen aan den Rijn, ZH

What's nearby

  • Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Archeon - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Doolhof - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Scheveningen Beach - 31 min drive - 38.5 km
  • Keukenhof Gardens - 34 min drive - 29.5 km

Getting around

  • Alphen a/d Rijn Station - 7 min drive
  • Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mister Happy's Bier Paleis - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stationshuiskamer Alphen a/d Rijn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafetaria Atlas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barista Café Julianastraat - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely apartment overlooking the meadows. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy rural apartment with beautiful countryside views?

As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy rural apartment with beautiful countryside views on 18 June 2026 start from NZ$326, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lovely apartment overlooking the meadows.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely apartment overlooking the meadows.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely apartment overlooking the meadows.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely apartment overlooking the meadows. located?

This family-friendly Alphen aan den Rijn apartment building is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Mill Network at Kinderdijk-Elshout and Archeon. Doolhof and Vogelpark Avifauna are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iain C.

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

Excellent Apartment

Excellent location and lovely to be in the countryside but close to tourist attractions. Children loved playing in the garden and was great to eat outside with alpacas in the next field. House was a good size and generally well equipped.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

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

Great location; Quiet and Clean.

We stayed for 9 days in June and it was great. The home is clean, functional and is in a very quiet farm community. Alphen Aan De Rijn is centrally located in The Netherlands and perfect for day trips to Amsterdam, Gouda, Delft, The Hague, etc. We would stay here again if we visited Holland.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Excellent property

Fabulous property and Petra was a wonderful host. Peaceful location yet close to all amenities. Very central location for exploring The Netherlands. Property spotless and very well appointed with all facilities that could be needed. Hope to see you again next year
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2022
You are welcome!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Claude S.

Great stay

Thank you to Petra for its hospitality and house so clean, nice and well equipped. We had a great stay in the quiet of the Dutch Nature. For us it was a pleasure to find all the farm animals after days in the touristic sites. Elisabeth
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2022
Hello Elisabeth, Thank you for your great words. It was nice to have you as our guests. Petra
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacques B.

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

Stay in Hollande

Superb location to discover Holland, very kind and servable host and very confortable appartment. To discover absoultly.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaren C.

We loved our stay at this quiet farm! It was perfect for our family of 6.

The apartment was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The beds are comfortable and the property is beautiful. There’s even a trampoline and swings that the kids can play on. The location is great. We traveled all over Holland and nothing was ever too far away. I would definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2022
Thank you! It was a pleasure to see the children enjoying themselves.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Richard/Janet Y.

Great place, very well located.

Very peaceful country location yet with easy access to the N11 which meant trips to the coast such as Katwijk and visits to Gouda, Utrecht, Amersfoort and of course Amsterdam were straight forward. Cycling and walking can be direct from your front door and the "wildlife" namely Swans with signets, Coots, Alpacas, chickens and rabbits added to the interest. The property was spotless and included everything needed for self catering. We enjoyed our ten day stay very much and Petra was on hand to help if needed. She suggested a really good restaurant "The Old School" in Ter Aar in a nearby town. We hope to visit again and would definitely recommend this property to anyone.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2022
Thank you for this nice review. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay at Maria's Lust and you will be welcome to visit us again. Kind regards, Petra.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lodric C.

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

Beautiful country location

Petra was a wonderful host Who I enjoyed speaking with. She provided excellent information about local restaurants and stores. The apartment Had amazing views of green pastures, farm animals and Numerous wild birds. I would recommend this apartment to anyone who wanted awesome and quiet location away from the city
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

Wonderful Stay

We spent a week at Maria's Lust in May, 2018. The owner, Petra Harting, was very helpful answering our questions before arrival and during our stay. The rental was quiet with views of the farm and countryside, although it was only a short distance from the city of Alphen aan den Rijn. Every evening the newborn lambs put on a show of running around the field - better than TV! Excellent rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2022
Thank you for this nice review! Best regards, Petra
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Just as advertised

Nice property in a calm area. It was a bit of a hike to get to the train station (I needed to commute into Leiden). But, it was a great location for the family with easy access to the freeway system to see other cities and sites—no need to work your way out of a downtown area to go anywhere. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

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

Beautiful place

We stayed with our family of 5. Our daughters are 16, 19, and 22. There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out. We especially loved sitting on the deck and watching the animals in the mornings and evenings. The apartment was spotless and as described. A washer and dryer were available for 4€ each per load. The surrounding area was quiet and lovely. We found we needed a car to get around as the train station was over 2km from the apartment and we could not find a taxi or rideshare in the evenings. Overall it was a great experience for our family and we would choose to stay there again if we return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Had a wonderful stay

My friend and I had a wonderful stay in this great apartment. It was spotlessly clean, well insulated and comfortable. It was very well equipped with the exception of not having a hair dryer. Most vacation rentals I have stayed in have had hair dryers and this would make the equipment perfect. There is a field with alpacas that are fun to watch especially when they are herding the sheep around. There terrace outside is perfect on a warm day. The hostess was wonderful and helpful. The beds and furniture were comfy. There is a bus/train station in town that goes to many places so if you don't feel like driving into surrounding cities, you can take the train. Daily parking is about 6 euros at the station. The town of Alphen has everything you could need and is just minutes away while you are in the countryside. Highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2022
Thanks for this great review and the tip. For now, guests can ask me for a hair dryer, I have one. In the future I will buy a hair dryer for each apartment.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivier B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr gut organisierte und ausgestattete Ferienwohnung mit Info-Map zur Nutzung. Bequeme Betten, ruhige Lage auf einem Bauernhof mit schönem Ausblick. Supermarkt in Alphen aan den Rijn nur 1,5 km entfernt – ideal mit dem Fahrrad erreichbar. Parken mit dem Auto teuer, wie üblich in Holland. Perfekte Ausgangslage für Ausflüge nach Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Leiden, Den Haag, Delft oder ans Meer. Die Vermieterin hat uns nett empfangen und war jederzeit hilfsbereit. Sehr zu empfehlen!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2025
Vielen Dank für die tolle Bewertung! Nur zur Klarstellung: Das Parken am Supermarkt in Alphen aan den Rijn ist in den ersten zwei Stunden kostenlos. Und natürlich können Sie Ihr Auto auch kostenlos auf unserem Gelände parken.
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter M.

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

Ruhiges Ferienhaus mitten in den Wiesen

Alles zusammen - Umgebung und Haus - war in Ordnung.Gute Parkmöglichkeiten, gute Fahrrad Unterstellmöglichkeiten.Minuspunkt: kein richtig scharfes Messer z. B. zum Brot oder Brötchen aufschneiden. Bitte nachbessern.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
Vielen Dank für die schöne Bewertung. Das Brotmesser wurde inzwischen ersetzt. Hätte ich es früher gewusst, hätte ich Ihnen gerne ein neues gebracht.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Petra P.

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

Sehr zufrieden

Wir haben uns in dem ruhig gelegenen Reihenendhaus sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Betten sind etwas schmal, man konnte aber trotzdem gut darin schlafen. Da wir nicht so schönes Herbstwetter hatten, haben wir mit dem Auto schöne Ausflüge nach Amsterdam und Rotterdam unternommen, aber auch Alphen hat sehr viel Charme
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2023
Vielen Dank für die nette Bewertung. Die Betten in einem der Schlafzimmer sind tatsächlich etwas schmaler (80 cm), da dieses Schlafzimmer nicht so breit ist. Die anderen Betten sind 90 cm breit. Alle Betten können auch zu Doppelbetten zusammengestellt werden.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ludovic R.

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

Adresse idéale pour visiter la Hollande

Location très bien équipée. L'environnement est très plaisant. C'est un point de départ idéal si l'on veut visiter les grandes villes (La Haye, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Delft, etc.).
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio T.

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

Wonderful experience

We are an italian family with two children aged 5 and 9. In this house we had a great time. The house is perfect, it has everything a family could need: the appliances and furniture are of excellent quality. The property has a beautiful garden with animals and a little playground. Petra, the owner, is an extremely helpful person. We recommend this house to anyone.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Klare and Petronella O.

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

Perfect in every way! Quoting Mary Poppins!

We just loved our stay! We came in from Utah to terrible rain and winds but they subsided after 3 days and we had glorious weather the rest of our stay! We loved our walks and runs in the area. It was central to all our day trips. We came with two married daughters and their families, so we were all able to be together, but separate. Alphen aan de Rijn is also a lovely city and of course it is just a few minutes either way to beautiful Gouda and Leiden. Our host Petra was kind, sweet and so accommodating. We all loved the Alpacas and other beasts! The only thing that could have made it even more perfect for me was to have a little more Dutch art on the walls, skip the modern stuff and do more of the cute Dutch little farm kids in the bedroom of the first unit! We highly recommend Maria’s Lust!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Klare and Petronella O.

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

The lodging was just what it said it would be. The host was wonderful and every helpful

The lodging was nice and tidy. The kitchen had all the items needed to fix a meal. Beautiful surroundings and close to the highway to get Amsterdam, Keukenhof and Kinderdijk.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian O.

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

Séjour du 1er au 11 Septembre 19

Séjour très agréable dans une propriété charmante au milieu des polders.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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alles prima

sehr geräumige Wohnung, sehr nette Vermieter, tolle natürliche Umgebung, Alphen hat eine nette Altstadt, uns hat es sehr gefallen
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

IGNACIO G.

Confortable casa en un precioso escenario

La casa, situada en un hermoso paraje rural, esta muy bien equipada y resulta muy comfortable. Es tal y como describen las fotos. Petra, la propietaria, es muy atenta y, a la vez, muy discreta. Altamente recomendable!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

christelle R.

Un gîte très agréable, bien situé, fonctionnel et propre. Je recommande.

Lieu calme, reposant et dépaysant.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2022
Merci beaucoup!
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul H.

Erholsame Ferien "auf dem Land"

Ruhig gelegenes Reiheneinfamilienhaus. Zweckmässig eingerichtet. Allerdings: Es gibt im ganzen Haus keinen Kleiderschrank...!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

daniel c.

4,5/5

Bonjour accueil très bien. Appartement lumineux. Bonne exposition, calme. Alpaga, brebis, canards sauvages etc autour du gite. Merci

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