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A special mixture of history and nature in comfortable and relaxed surroundings.  

Our Rentals

It's a difficult choice:  

The Windmill Cottage or our houseboat The Liefke?

Both have been traditionally built and restored with love and care. 

It is our pleasure to share them - and this unique spot - 

with our amazing guests from around the world.

We guarantee you'll never forget your special time by the mill.

The Windmill Cottage

Windmillcottage

Take a step back in time and enjoy staying on a historic dyke, surrounded by nature and sleeping in the uniquely, romantic hanging bed. 

We have often been told that this cabin is the perfect example of the Dutch word: gezellig!

Up to 4 

The Liefke

Houseboat Liefke

Enjoy being eye to eye with the ducks and geese as they glide by, in this newly renovated, romantic houseboat, complete with wood burning stove.

Full of natural light and room to spread out. The perfect place to recharge.

Up to 5

Our Tours

Besides our rentals, we also offer tours.

 

With Han as skipper, we offer a private boat tour with our vintage cabbage boat from 1930. 

 

It is also possible to tour our home, The Ambachtsmolen: a historic windmill built in 1632.

Why not take both tours and make it a fun day out?

Private boat tour 

Boattour Alkmaar

You sail through the canals of Alkmaar in our vintage open boat, Dive under the bridges and see the sights from the most beautiful angle available.

 

During the trip, Han shares tips and stories from the perspective of an Alkmaarder.

 

Up to 12

Windmill tour

Windmilltour

Watch Han turn the sails and the top of the old mill.

Discover the miller's craft.

 

Enjoy the variety of the small museum on the third floor and if you are brave enough, you can climb all the way to the top!

 

Up to 12

Our Grounds

Would you like to celebrate and party in the outdoors?
 
We have the perfect space for you.
The grounds around our windmill have a lot of opportunities for entertaining, playing games and party!
And all with the backdrop of the beautiful windmill.​​​

All our services can be combined for a great experience!

Rent our Grounds.

Our Grounds

Experience the beauty and tranquility of our grounds, perfect for a variety of events and gatherings. With endless possibilities, our space is designed to create unforgettable memories for you and your guests.

 

Up to 50

Enjoy an authentic Dutch experience, off the beaten track, by staying in either our traditional cottage or in our lovely houseboat. Both on the same property as our 1632 working windmill: the Ambachtsmolen.

Or take a tour on the canals of Alkmaar and a peak in our home in the Ambachtsmolen. 

If you are planning a party, why not do so on our grounds, het molenerf.

 

We, Han and Kelly, would love to welcome you into our world for the opportunity to share the unique feeling of a Miller's life.

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