The villa is located in the EuroParcs Markermeer holiday park in Bovenkarspel (North Holland). On the park grounds, children will find playgrounds with climbing frames, slides and the popular air trampoline right by the water. The beach on the shore has a gentle entry and sandbanks for paddling. On site you can rent stand-up paddleboards as well as bicycles and e-bikes; there are entertainment activities such as treasure hunts and an escape box, plus a fenced dog meadow. A partner indoor and leisure pool is a few minutes' drive away (information at reception).
Top 10 places to visit around the villa:
– Zuiderzee Museum (Enkhuizen, 4 km): Open-air and indoor museum about life around the former Zuiderzee, with historic houses, workshops and hands-on stations for children.
– Sprookjeswonderland (Enkhuizen, 4 km): Enchanting fairy-tale park for families with young children, lovingly designed with animals, rides and playgrounds.
– Streekbos climbing park (Bovenkarspel, 3 km): High ropes course in the middle of nature with various courses for children and adults.
– Barefoot trail Gouwe Voeten (Bovenkarspel, 3 km): Walk barefoot through mud, wood and meadows – a nature experience for all senses.
– HappyDays Noord-Holland (Hem, 12 km): Indoor leisure park with bowling, go-karts, laser tag, escape rooms and playgrounds – perfect in bad weather.
– Heritage steam tram Hoorn–Medemblik (from Hoorn, 15 km): Nostalgic ride on a steam train through the countryside, a highlight for children and railway fans.
– Batavia Stad Fashion Outlet (Lelystad, 45 km): Shopping with over 250 brands and up to 70 % off, ideal for a rainy day.
– Batavialand & Batavia shipyard (Lelystad, 45 km): Historical museum with a replica of the VOC ship “Batavia”, exciting and educational for young and old.
– Amsterdamse Bos (Amsterdam, 60 km): One of Europe's largest city parks with lakes, a petting farm, canoe rental and plenty of space to relax.
– WONDR Experience (Amsterdam, 65 km): Interactive experience full of colours, photo spots and fun.