Sleeping by the sea: wonderful holiday addresses on the Dutch coast
Rain or shine: the most beautiful places to stay pop up, right on our very own North Sea. Ha! We spotted plenty of them, oldies, and of course newcomers. There is a good chance that this list will expand more and more in the coming months bookmark Just let me know in advance.
We are talking coastal accommodations here, not necessarily beach houses. We have a whole other (laundry) list for that. You can read that here.
To start with, these are indeed beach 'houses', although – let's be fair – they are quite full-fledged houses on the beach, specifically on the North Holland coast, on the beach of Petten aan Zee. This is where Landal Zeezigt opened. Fifty beach houses with the North Sea as their front yard. Waking up to the sound of the waves, watching the sun set into the sea in the evening – just what the doctor ordered. The cottages exude Scandinavia: large windows, light tones, natural materials. Just right. They are also nicely positioned diagonally so that you never really look into the neighbors' (or they into yours) – very clever and beautifully done. There are cozy 2-person cottages *with* outdoor space. kitchen and an outdoor shower and more spacious variants for 2 to 4 people. You can even book the latter including a Big Green Egg on your terrace. Bringing your dog? That's a good idea too, as there are special dog-friendly cottages. The neighborhood is lovely as well: walk along the beach to the Palendorp of Petten (photogenic and with a great story), while active types can go kitesurfing, horseback riding on the beach, or paddleboarding at the Camperduin Lagoon. Schoorl (that climbing dune!), Bergen, Callantsoog, and Alkmaar are within cycling distance and are all equally enjoyable. If you prefer not to roll more than three times: we spent the entire weekend wonderfully at beach pavilion Zee en Zo and in our own cottage, and that was perfect. Strandpaviljoen Hargen, a little further away, is also a great tip.
On lovely Ameland, you will find an even more lovely campsite. Boutique-style glamping. it is at Little Canvas Escape on Ameland. Nestled in the dunes, close to the beach and a stone's throw from Nes, this is the place where nature, comfort, and getting out and about are combined to perfection. Entrepreneur and adventurer Astrid has bundled all her ideas into this glamping project after her many travels around the world. You are welcome to use all the facilities of Camping Duinoord (of which Little Canvas Escape is a part), so if you want to grab some fries at the canteen or do some last-minute shopping at the campsite shop, that is all possible. Sanitary facilities are within walking distance; it is simply a matter of crossing the field. Inside your tent (or cabin) is a comfortable bed, and there is a fridge for the wine, a small glamping kitchenette and your own outdoor space to do whatever you want. Are you missing anything? No problemoJust send a quick message (there is Wi-Fi at all tents) and it will be arranged for you. You can also book breakfast, and there is a BBQ too (yes!). When you say glamping, you say Little Canvas Escape.
Within a minute you will be standing with your feet in the sand, quite a plus Star31, we find. So you can camp on the beach all day to your heart's content, have a snack at home, go for a swim or make a sand castle and the like. So nice to have all that outside, all those activities and cozy restaurants on your doorstep to have. Egmond aan Zee in itself is also a nice place, actually all year round. Whether you're looking for good restaurants, outdoor activities like boating or hiking, or something more sedate like digging holes and exploring the local culture, there's something for everyone.
Many white and sand tones, with terracotta red tiles and details. Nothing screams, everything lisps sweetly in your ear. Sounds very sweet, but it doesn't. Just beautiful, just good.
It is in Egmond all year 'round nice place to stay. Then treat yourself to a wonderful stay at Ory aan ZeeThen you don't want to go home at all. The beach is literally within walking distance, for that ultimate get-away feeling. We classify the accommodations at Ory aan Zee as 'unique finds in our own country'. Houses that all tick all the boxes: spacious, fantastic location and well furnished. There is an amazing Dune Lodge, a Beach House right on the beach and a cozy Beach Cottage. All ideal if you are with a (large) family or group of friends looking for a place to get some fresh air and recharge. Bringing children? Good idea, because the houses are more than kid-proof.
For the people who still have the old Achenebbisj Scheveningen in their heads, that is all in the past. Nowadays you can sleep like a princess Bilderberg Europa Hotel. Or prince of course. And as a prince, you literally and figuratively sleep on the beach here. You can reach the beach in no fewer than 198 steps. Wonderful, right? There are different room types, you can go for a king size bed but also family rooms, and also choose from the sea view option. Nice, one build-your-own-room concept.
We recently stayed at it Beach hotel in Cadzand Bad in Zeeland en truth be told: we were completely 'into' the hotel and the location within 5 minutes. Because yes, with a luxurious stay, on the coast, in the Netherlands… Then you quickly think of Scheveningen, perhaps Domburg. Not of Cadzand-Bad. Wrong! Because with the impressive coastal houses, the wide beach, the marina and the great catering industry, it is one of the most beautiful and pleasant places in our country. The beach hotel also has the best of both worlds: during the day feet in the sand, nothing to worry about. In the evening it is finally time to put on a beautiful evening dress and a cool jacket and take the time to pamper yourself, as they so chicly say: there are no less than five different food and drink establishments and they are all fan-tas-tic! Relax and disconnect versus top of the bill eating out. That is the Strandhotel Cadzand Bad.
This wonderful holiday home is located in North Holland on the edge of the dunes in Egmond aan den Hoef. You know, there in the municipality of Bergen, the picturesque painting village just around the corner. A little piece of paradise in our own Netherlands. Inside no time you are standing on the beach and within walking distance you will find a bakery, butcher, fishmonger and cheese shop. Not only a handsome exterior that gives you spontaneous holiday feelings: on the inside you have that unmistakable beachy vibe. With neutral colors and materials, it is Rust with a capital letter. A large kitchen, cozy living room and three bedrooms. Enough space for everyone.
First read this list: the best of Terschelling. Yes? Nice? We thought so! And it gets even more fun because we recently came across Chalet de Kleine Walvis, a lovely chalet in the green in the middle of the Wadden Island. Everything is in perfect order, from the kitchen equipped from A to Z to the sunny terrace. With a fireplace and barbecue, of course.
In the category all the trimmings! Suites with bath, infrared sauna, terrace or French balcony and sea view: you can choose. Breakfast is included as standard. Oh, and you will find Pier 7, on the beach, less than a five-minute walk away (and they have a really nice drinks menu!).
We have often raved about the super nice beach bars that Noordwijk has to offer, such as: Tulum en Nomade Beach House. But now it's really time for something different. What could be nicer than a historic spot where you can enjoy a delicious meal and also spend the night? Nothing. Gosh, and the name well... Villa de Duinen (in Noordwijk) already gives it away: in the oh-so-beautiful Noordwijk the real adults only in the middle of the dunes of Noordwijk. Big shocker! Villa de Duinen, here we come.
7Houses by the Sea is part campsite, part landlord of holiday homes and lodges and is always located by the sea. In Looperskapelle in Zeeland to be precise, a hamlet on the edge of Scharendijke, close to the beautiful North Sea beach, the Brouwersdam and the Grevelingenmeer. What more could a person want?
We know! A charming cottage, a small-scale character, various accommodations with loving care, and—especially fun for the little ones—a family-run agricultural business as a base. That's all check, check, double-check at 7Huizen aan Zee.
Also water around you, but slightly different: Sleep 3 times on a boat, the right way!
Of course you have to like coming 'to people's homes', but if that is the case, we think the eco lodge at number 39, owned by owner Sarah, is a treat! The recently renovated apartment is full of wonderfully styled bamboo stuff. In peace and quiet and within walking distance of the Zandvoort beach. The beautiful water dunes with numerous walking paths are literally around the corner and Haarlem is 15 minutes away. More importantly, we still saw quite a bit of availability this summer. Don't tell anyone.
Yes, we honestly thought we were dealing with a place in South Africa, but no, although De Heerlijkheid van Noordwelle reminds us a lot of Blackheath Lodge in Cape Town, it really is a wonderful and quite unique place to stay in our own beautiful Zeeland. Swimming pool we fleek, a picture of a classic living room, a breakfast that makes you proud and the beach within walking distance. Zeeland you say? But yes. Noordwelle to be precise, an attractive town close to the much more famous Renesse (summer club of a 16-year-old yours trulyThere are 5 rooms, each with its own bathroom.
Nothing beats the good lodge, there is little like our own coastline and we LOVE a pink bathroom. Let it all be in perfect order at this Zeeland pearl: George's Lodges Renesse. The Zeeland lodge is named after the owners' Burgundian grandfather, which immediately reflects how the two-bedroom holiday home is designed: for drinks, dining, relaxing and a carefree holiday.
For a while now we have been following the wonderful sand-colored Instagram account of Suite Suite in Zandvoort, an Airbnb by the sea. Just staring at the account calms us down and you can imagine how wonderful a long weekend or midweek is to flop on the beige sofas and hang out in the rattan chairs.
Okay, the last one in Zandvoort, but you really shouldn't miss this beautiful young hotel: Hotel Paradis is the name, a boutique hotel right in the center of Zandvoort aan Zee. In terms of looks, the hotel is very hip and trendy beach corner, the rooms are spacious and the beach is less than 300 meters away. Just what the doctor ordered of course, although you don't necessarily have to leave the hotel: the terrace is beautiful and nice.
There may have been some disagreement about the name, but anyone who has seen these two titles should know that we are talking about one and the same brand new hotel on the North Holland coast. In the dunes of Castricum you should go where the first guests have secretly stayed in what will undoubtedly be/is the most beautiful coastal hotel in the country. The paint is still wet and we haven't been yet, but the whole place was decorated from A to Z by the creative and ridiculously tasteful guys behind HKliving. Then you will know. The place is run by the people of restaurant Zoomers who, with two branches of their content, know exactly how to do it, receive guests, pamper them and ensure that everyone walks out satisfied.
At Sea and the City you stay in a cozy house. A cozy house all for yourself, to be precise, in the wildly attractive Overveen. Just around the corner from the beach and you can also reach the bustling center in no time; But it's not just the location that makes it a great place to stay... When the weather is nice, open the garden doors of the B&B wide and the terrace is the best place to enjoy your meal. Oh, and everything is too picture-perfect. One of the nicest things about B&B Sea and the City is that, despite the title, you don't actually have to leave the house. From one smart TV to the nicest books, a kitchen with all the trimmings and a well-stocked basket with toys for the little ones - everything is in perfect order.
More tips
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Beach houses Molecaten, Cadzand-Bad (North Holland)
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Beach houses in the Netherlands: this is where you want to be this summer
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Beach tents in Scheveningen – beach season 2026
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Adult Only Staycation: Villa de Duinen in Noordwijk
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Blow out on the beach? Here you can! At these beach tents, the 'to go' is on fleek