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Glamping among flowers and trees, Balen

4.83 (24 reviews) Verified Balen, Antwerp, Belgium #s006899
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Ways to spend the night

  • Equipped tent

  • Tent

  • Van

  • Roof Top Tent

About this location

In the heart of a beautiful nature reserve, at the foot of the Nete river, lies this glamping spot.
Inspired by permaculture principles, we have transformed this former weekend cottage into a place for rest, wonder, and (nature) connection. The strength and charm of our place and what we offer lies in its purity and simplicity.
Much of the terrain is shared. We also live here in a small chalet, but there is plenty of space for your privacy.
Centrally located is our colourful vegetable and flower garden
(from which we can prepare a delicious meal in the evening for those who wish.
Breakfast is also possible with eggs from our chickens and homemade sourdough bread.)
Besides lots of chickens, a couple of rabbits and our enthusiastic dog Storm also live here.

Perfect for...

Anyone who wants to relax, connect with nature and is curious about what a simple off-the-grid life can look like

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Your host

Merel Go to map

Amenities

  • Drinking water

  • BBQ

  • Kitchen

  • Dining table

  • Gas stove

  • Cooking basics

Kitchen and commodities

  • Drinking water

  • BBQ

  • Kitchen

  • Dining table

  • Gas stove

  • Cooking basics

  • Dishes and cutlery

  • Coffee maker

    Bialetti

Comfort & Fun

  • Fire basket

  • Firewood available

  • Hammock

Sanitation

  • Toilet

  • Hot shower

    (the shower can only be used when we are there)

  • Cold shower

  • Waste disposal

Electricity

  • Phone charging station

In case of rain

  • Covered kitchen

  • Rain shelter

Views

  • Sunrise view

  • Forest view

Seating area

  • Picnic table

  • Outdoor seating area

Available pitch types

Select check-in and check-out dates to see available pitches.

Back to basic glamping in the woods

  • Equipped tent

Our permaculture paradise is located in the middle of a beautiful nature reserve, which we like to open up and share with others during the summer months! Our wonderful canvas tent is located between a group of thick pine trees. It is a nice cool sheltered spot.

from € 65.00 per night
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Max. people
4 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
20m2

Back to basic glamping in the woods

  • Equipped tent

    Equipped tent

Our permaculture paradise is located in the middle of a beautiful nature reserve, which we like to open up and share with others during the summer months! Our wonderful canvas tent is located between a group of thick pine trees. It is a nice cool sheltered spot.

Check-in between: To be agreed–20:00

Check-out between: To be agreed–12:00

Min. number of nights: 1

Child price applies from this age: 2

Child price applies to this age: 12

Min. number of days that can be booked in advance: 1

Number of beds: 1

Size per pitch: 20m2

Heating

  • Wood burner

Pet-friendly

  • Pets allowed
    Not allowed in the tent, we have a small bench for outside or you have to provide something yourself

Surface

  • Other, namely
    forest floor

Cancellation Policy

Guests who cancel at least 14 days before check-in will receive a refund of the amount paid by them (excluding Campspace fees). If they cancel between 7 and 14 days before check-in, they will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise they will not be refunded. If the host does not accept the reservation, guests will receive a full refund.

Rules

We think it is important that you take care of both yourself and the place and the peace here (so no drugs or excessive alcohol use). Dogs are allowed, provided you can keep them out of the vegetable garden :) Also keep in mind that we have a dog ourselves (which has to be assertive in the beginning) Making a fire is certainly possible, in the space provided. We do ask for a contribution for the wood.

Pets allowed: no

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Max. people
4 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
20m2

Quiet camp spot in the forest
Bring your own

  • Tent

Our permaculture paradise is located in the middle of a beautiful nature reserve that we would like to share! There is room for 2 tents in the elfenbos, and at the front of the footpath at our entrance you can stand with a van or van.

from € 20.00 per night
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Max. people
4 persons
Pitches
2 pitches

Quiet camp spot in the forest

  • Tent

    With your Tent

Our permaculture paradise is located in the middle of a beautiful nature reserve that we would like to share! There is room for 2 tents in the elfenbos, and at the front of the footpath at our entrance you can stand with a van or van.

Check-in between: To be agreed–20:00

Check-out between: To be agreed–12:00

Can guests place their tent/van wherever they wish? no

Min. number of nights: 1

Child price applies from this age: 12

Child price applies to this age: 18

Min. number of days that can be booked in advance: 1

Pet-friendly

  • Pets allowed

Surface

  • Grass

Cancellation Policy

Guests who cancel at least 14 days before check-in will receive a refund of the amount paid by them (excluding Campspace fees). If they cancel between 7 and 14 days before check-in, they will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise they will not be refunded. If the host does not accept the reservation, guests will receive a full refund.

Rules

We think it is important that you take care of both yourself and the place and the peace here (so no drugs or excessive alcohol use). Dogs are allowed, provided you can keep them out of the vegetable garden :) Also keep in mind that we have a dog ourselves (which has to be assertive in the beginning) Making a fire is certainly possible, in the space provided. We do ask for a contribution for the wood.

Pets allowed: no

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Max. people
4 persons
Pitches
2 pitches

Quiet camp spot in the forest
Bring your own

  • Van

  • Roof Top Tent

For those who like adventures with their van to drive from here. You can choose whether you drive in or stay on the walking path. The forest path is unpaved and therefore muddy in wet weather. Always check whether it is feasible and let us know what kind of camping vehicle you have (no buses that are too large)

from € 15.00 per night
Max. people
4 persons
Pitches
no pitches

Quiet camp spot in the forest

  • Van

    With your Van

  • Roof Top Tent

    With your Roof Top Tent

For those who like adventures with their van to drive from here. You can choose whether you drive in or stay on the walking path. The forest path is unpaved and therefore muddy in wet weather. Always check whether it is feasible and let us know what kind of camping vehicle you have (no buses that are too large)

Check-in between: To be agreed–20:00

Check-out between: To be agreed–12:00

Can guests place their tent/van wherever they wish? no

Min. number of nights: 1

Child price applies from this age: 12

Child price applies to this age: 18

Guest can book the same day until: 12:00

Pet-friendly

  • Pets allowed

Cancellation Policy

Guests who cancel at least 14 days before check-in will receive a refund of the amount paid by them (excluding Campspace fees). If they cancel between 7 and 14 days before check-in, they will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise they will not be refunded. If the host does not accept the reservation, guests will receive a full refund.

Rules

We think it is important that you take care of both yourself and the place and the peace here (so no drugs or excessive alcohol use). Dogs are allowed, provided you can keep them out of the vegetable garden :) Also keep in mind that we have a dog ourselves (which has to be assertive in the beginning) Making a fire is certainly possible, in the space provided. We do ask for a contribution for the wood.

Pets allowed: no

Max. people
4 persons
Pitches
no pitches

Your host, Merel

4.83 (24 reviews)

Acceptance rate: 89%

Response time: average

My name is Merel and I live with my boyfriend Steven in a chalet in the woods. We like to connect with people by letting them enjoy and be inspired by this beautiful place, to which we give our energy and dedication day in, day out. We are also both musicians and we regularly give sound journeys and relaxation concerts.

Merel speaks

  • English

  • French

  • Dutch

Tips

  • Treat yourself to a delicious organic meal straight from our vegetable garden

  • 2 very good sourdough bakers 2 and 4 km away

  • The summer bar of Olmen is (unfortunately) not far away

Surroundings

At this location

  • Lake

  • Chickens

  • Forest

What you can find in the area

  • Lake

  • River or stream

  • Urban area

Ways to spend the day
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    Hiking

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    Cycling

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    Swimming

At this location

  • Lake

  • Chickens

  • Forest

  • Vegetable garden

  • Wetlands

  • Flower garden

What you can find in the area

  • Lake

  • River or stream

  • Urban area

  • Forest

  • Meadow or plain

  • Wetlands

Ways to spend the day

  • Hiking

  • Cycling

  • Swimming

  • Visiting nearby towns

  • Wildlife watching

  • Boating

  • Canoeing or kayaking

  • Fishing

  • Making a campfire

  • Outdoor cooking

  • Wildlife observation

Sustainability

  • Waste separation

  • Self-grown food

  • Food products from locals

  • Solar panels

  • Organic cleaning products

Additional info

Cancellation Policy

Guests who cancel at least 14 days before check-in will receive a refund of the amount paid by them (excluding Campspace fees). If they cancel between 7 and 14 days before check-in, they will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise they will not be refunded. If the host does not accept the reservation, guests will receive a full refund.

Rules

We think it is important that you take care of both yourself and the place and the peace here (so no drugs or excessive alcohol use). Dogs are allowed, provided you can keep them out of the vegetable garden :) Also keep in mind that we have a dog ourselves (which has to be assertive in the beginning) Making a fire is certainly possible, in the space provided. We do ask for a contribution for the wood.


Pets allowed: no

Checking in and out

Check-in between: To be agreed–20:00
Check-out between: To be agreed–12:00

Closing periods

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