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British/Dutch Owned Former Farmhouse (1836) near Picturesque National Park

Find your home away from home in this charming Dutch farmhouse with easy access to nature reserves & vibrant villages.

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Fitness facility
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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Diever, DR

What's nearby

  • Outdoor Shakespeare Theatre Diever - 13 min walk
  • Hunebed D52 - 14 min walk
  • National Park Drents-Friese Wold - 16 min drive
  • Dwingelderveld - 20 min drive
  • TT Circuit Assen - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Beilen Station - 18 min drive
  • Groningen (GRQ-Eelde) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smaak Schepijs - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Restaurant Keernpunt - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪De Tippe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hui Mao Chinees-Indisch Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grand Café de Brink - ‬5 min drive

About this property

British/Dutch Owned Former Farmhouse (1836) near Picturesque National Park

Family-friendly farm stay in a rural location
Consider a stay at British/Dutch Owned Former Farmhouse (1836) near Picturesque National Park and take advantage of golfing on site, a water park, and a firepit. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking, bicycling, and boating at this farm stay. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A bike on site, beach towels, and outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue grills, a music library, and games
  • Smoke-free premises and books
Room features
All guestrooms at British/Dutch Owned Former Farmhouse (1836) near Picturesque National Park have comforts such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and children's books
  • Recycling and composting
  • 1.5 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Private fenced yards, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

Property manager

David & Monique Samson

Languages

Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: internet access

Things to do

  • Bicycling
  • Bike parking
  • Boating
  • Golfing
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
  • Water park access

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Beach towels
  • Books
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smoke-free property
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Note from host: Please note that smoking is not permitted inside

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Deck or patio
  • Fenced yard

More

  • Composting
  • Dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: £37 for a maximum of up to 3 dogs (2 large dogs)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Babies and children are welcome to stay

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Youth, stag or hen parties not permitted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number Dutch Chamber of Commerce no. 04080481

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

British/dutch Owned Former Farmhouse Picturesque National Park
British/dutch Owned Former Farmhouse Picturesque National Park

Frequently asked questions

Is British/Dutch Owned Former Farmhouse (1836) near Picturesque National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this farm house allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at British/Dutch Owned Former Farmhouse (1836) near Picturesque National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at British/Dutch Owned Former Farmhouse (1836) near Picturesque National Park?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is British/Dutch Owned Former Farmhouse (1836) near Picturesque National Park located?

This family-friendly Diever farm stay is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Outdoor Shakespeare Theatre Diever and Hunebed D52. Duinenzathe and National Park Drents-Friese Wold are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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British/Dutch Owned Former Farmhouse (1836) near Picturesque National Park Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mary R.

5 Bedroom Holiday house in Diever
Recently My Husband and I along with our Five Children stayed in a beautiful 5 bedroom Holiday House Under the Oaks Which is located in Heart of Diever, The Netherlands. It is owned by a lovely couple David and Monique Samson. The House was a Home away from Home for us all. It's a wonderful house with all its amenities. The Kids Loved all the toys and games which were available for them to play with. The Owners David and Monique were very helpful to us. For example getting a 50% discount with some coupons that they had for Slagheren Theme park and also printing out all our tickets I would most definitely recommend this house.

10/10 Excellent

Hildur J.

Perfect Family House!
The accommodations at Under the oaks were perfect for our family of 5. (though the house can fit a much larger group) David was most helpful in every way, from helping us with the bicycle rentals (he made sure we reserved them way in advance) to taking us on a small tour of the village and suggesting interesting places to visit in the area. David and his family live in half the house and the other half is the rental. We had a separate entrance, so it felt completely private. The village of Diever is great; the grocery store was a 45 second walk from the house, and lots of little stores and small restaurants within a 5 minute walk. We rented bicycles, which turned out to be the highlight of our trip! There are endless bicycle routes throughout the countryside, most of them are not next to the road like we are used to, but far away from the roads, cutting through the landscape of farmland. So very serene! Everywhere flat as a pancake, super easy bicycling. Diever is very close to several national parks and there are beautiful places all around. Do not hesitate renting from David and spending your vacation in Diever!

10/10 Excellent

Keyne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Topverblijf !
We hebben geweldig genoten van ons verblijf in Diever : op wandelafstand een supermarkt, een groenteboer, een bakker, een gezellig café en ook direct het bos in. Ook geen parkeerproblemen . Het huis zelf is voorzien van alle gemakken en David maakt er een erezaak van om aan alles gedacht te hebben ! Zeker een aanrader.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuele M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a relaxing getaway
I stayed in this beautiful house in Diever with some friends over the weekend. We received a warm welcome from the owner that kindly gave us a tour of the house while explaining the many visiting options that the areas was offering. The house had literally everything we needed. The kitchen was perfectly equipped, the house was well heated, the living room was great for chilling on that gigantic couch and the rooms were nice and comfortable. Everything went absolutely well. I would highly suggest this location for a relaxing stay in a quiet village like Diever.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Gerda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
onder de eiken
de straat is wat drukker dan verwacht; De buurt is ok, resto's, ijssalon, grootwarenhuis, warme bakker, fietsenwinkel "naast de deur". De verluchtingsmogelijkheden bij zeer warm weer zijn zeer beperkt op de kamers. Zeer behulpzame verhuurders.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tilly W.

Ruim, licht,schoon ,comfortabel en compleet !
We waren met onze vriendengroep ( 4 stellen) in het eerste weekend van oktober 2018 in Diever in het vakantiehuis “Onder de eiken”. Een comfortabele, ruime boerderij die goed en compleet ingericht is, in het centrum van Diever. Bij aankomst zijn we hartelijk ontvangen en heeft David de rondleiding door het huis verzorgd. Het huis was zeer schoon en netjes. De kamers zijn ruim en licht .De bedden zijn voorzien van nieuwe box spring matrassen waarop we heerlijk hebben geslapen.Er is goede documentatie in het huis aanwezig over Diever en de omgeving. Zowel het Dwingelderveld als het Drents Friese Wold vormen een prachtige wandelomgeving en zijn gemakkelijk te bereiken. Het was stralend weer en daarmee waren alle voorwaarden vervuld voor een heerlijk weekend. Prima verblijf dat we van harte aanbevelen.

8/10 Good

Sylvia T.

Wij hebben een aantal prachtige dagen doorgebracht
We hebben met een vriendenclub een paar prachtige dagen gehad in de boerderij van David en Monique ( Under the Oaks in Diever). We werden erg vriendelijk en gastvrij ontvangen door David. Het huis zag er schoon en verzorgd uit en voorzien van vele gemakken. David gaf prima uitleg over het verblijf en had een map met heel veel tips in en om Diever. In de tuin konden we heerlijk barbecueën met gebruik van hun bbq en ook de workshops konden wij in deze tuin uitvoeren. Een heerlijk huis met tuin en zeer gastvrije mensen.

10/10 Excellent

Rineke B.

Prima accommodatie
We zijn zeer vriendelijk ontvangen door de eigenaar. Wij vonden deze accommodatie een prima verblijf! Deze gaf een fijn nostalgisch gevoel en was netjes en schoon. Alles wat nodig is was aanwezig in ruime mate. De accommodatie ligt erg gunstig in het centrum van Diever. Het is een echte aanrader!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Outstanding accommodation with a very warm welcome
This is our 10th year staying 'Under the Oaks' and each year we have had a great welcome from hosts David and Monique...nothing is ever too much trouble and the house is always maintained to the highest standard - very clean and well equipped. We are a large family group with ages that have ranged from babies to pensioners and we are still discovering things to do that we can all enjoy together.Diever is a lively small town (in a national park) with all the bars,restaurants and shops you need. There is even a windmill! There is a Coop supermarket just along from the house and a bike rental shop - great for exploring the area on the fabulous cycle routes all around the area. (David can organise cycle hire for you).This year we discovered the 'Blue lake' ...a fresh water lake with sandy shores hidden in the forest...amazing to swim in on a warm day... just 10 minutes drive away along the lovely canal-hugging road. We recommend Plopsa and Slagharen theme parks for the young at heart!

10/10 Excellent

Simone S.

Wonderful place - erholsamer Urlaub
We (5 adults, 3 teenagers) spent one week in 'Under the oaks' and had a great time. First of all I would like to thank David, one of the best landlords I have ever met, for organizing such a nice stay. Starting with the well equipped 'welcome-basket' and a warm welcome up to providing any information on things to do, the area and history as well as providing everything we needed. Unfortunately we were not lucky concerning the weather but even then one could notice that Diever and its surroundings are beautiful and we enjoyed every walk. The house is very cosy and the bedrooms are really nice; everything is well-maintained and maybe we will be able to come back in another season. We definitely recommend this special place to everyone who would like to get a glance of typical and perfect Dutch life! Wir (5 Erwachsene, 3 Teenager) haben über Silvester eine wunderbare Woche im 'Under the Oaks' verbracht. Das Wetter hätte zwar besser sein können, aber ansonsten war alles nahezu perfekt! David ist einer der nettesten und aufmerksamsten Vermieter, denen wir je begegnet sind und kümmert sich großartig um seine Gäste. Neben dem umfangreichen 'Willkommenskorb' mit allerlei Leckereien gab es noch jede Menge Informationen zum Haus, dem Ort und auch der weiteren Umgebung. Diever ist auf jeden Fall eine Reise wert und wir haben Lust bekommen, die Gegend auch mal bei schönerem Wetter zu erkunden - es gibt auf jeden Fall viel zu sehen. Das Haus ist sehr gemütlich und die Schlafzimmer sind neu renoviert und sehr schön. Wir können 'under the oaks' wärmstens empfehlen und sagen nochmal 'Danke' für einen wunderschönen Aufenthalt.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fred S.

A welcoming and comfortable stay.
Traveling from the U.S., our stay at "Under the Oaks" was a refreshing change of pace for a 3 day portion of our trip. The small town had everything we needed for a nice time away. We enjoyed the village shops and restaurants and just walking around. There was so much more to do in the area than we had time for. We used this central and convenient location as home base to travel around the area and north. Amsterdam was a reasonable distance and good roads. We were very pleased with the hospitality and kindness shown to us--from a personal tour of the house and village to a wonderful and generous welcome gift. Plenty of space and well maintained. We would definitely stay here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike O.

Familienurlaub mit 8 Erwachsenen und 2 Hunden
Wir haben uns alle rundum wohl gefühlt. Alles liebevoll eingerichtet, sehr bequeme Betten, die wir frisch bezogen vorgefunden haben. Ein sehr großzügiges Verpflegungspaket hat uns erwartet. David ist ein sehr guter Gastgeber und hat viele Tipps und Empfehlungen für den Aufenthalt. Sehr zu empfehlen!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Marlene W.

Ein schönes Frauenwochenende
Es war prima...wir haben ein schönes Wochenende mit 10 Frauen verbracht. Großes Lob...Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dora S., Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Hospitality with a Capital H!
Under The Oaks is in an excellent location to discover a treasure of small villages set within this natural, and unique, area of The Netherlands – the province of Drenthe. David’s fantastic welcome set the tone for our to-be-remembered stay with our family of nine: friendly and open communication, very knowledgeable of the area, walking us through our home-away-from-home, always available to answer any questions, yet respecting our privacy. In other words: Hospitality with a capital H! The kitchen is the heart of the home. Here it is true! We opened the lovely bottle of wine, part of the welcome gift. “Proost!”, my sister-in-law and I said as our glasses touched. More than you can ask for, and everything you need, is already in place in this well-stocked kitchen. The Coop grocery store is close by and in a short time our groceries were put away. The smaller table is ideal for breakfast – since members of our group drift into the kitchen at different times for, here, you want to sleep in because the beds are so comfortable. The large table is perfect for all of us to gather around during dinner time, and to stay awhile, unhurried, stretching out the mealtime into the early hours of the evening. Diever is a walking town. Step on the bike-and-foot path next to the farmhouse and you walk past the neighbour’s fields, where a black Frisian horse feeds on the lush grass. This path will lead you to a tranquil park, surrounded by homes. You will discover shops to explore, see the church with its steeple at the centre of town, and continue walking along quiet roads. We stopped and picked apples out of a wheel barrow, a present from an unknown giver, which was made into applesauce to accompany our meal. You will discover another park which is home to friendly ducks, turn the corner, pass a café, walk for a few minutes more, and: You are home. Dora S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nigel W.

Hidden Gem in the Rural Netherlands
We had never been to this part of the Netherlands before and were very impressed at this hidden gem of an area and a property. 2 families stayed for 1 week. The house is in the centre of a lovely village surrounded by National parks and forests. The village has everything a holidaymaker needs (Supermarket, Bike Hire, cafes, restaurants, weekly market) and the accommodation is well equipped. The owner lives in the house behind and is on hand to assist with advice, suggestions of things to do and bookings. When we arrived there was a very good welcome pack left including wine, beer as well as coffee, tea, bread, butter and cheese. Parking is easy and off road. Being Holland it is very flat and great bike riding country and we were pleased to see that there were tarmac bike pathways through the forest making it safe for children to cycle away from cars. For day trips you are about an hour away from the coast or from the border with Germany. However, there is a wealth of information at 'Under the Oaks' with ideas of things to do more locally.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic location and great property
David could not have been more helpful. Absolutely fantastic location for cycling, walking, and boating at Giethorn. The house was well equipped and clean. The master bedroom is on the ground floor. Close to a fabulous supermarket, gift shops and restaurants. Everyone cycles in Holland so the pace of life is very relaxed. Would love to live there as everything feels safe and the people are friendly. At the back of the house there are horses an allotment and countryside. Being in Diever has inspired us to dust down our bikes and cycle. Directions from the airport are excellent and very straight forward. David also has a great knowledge of the area and it's history.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Highly recommended!
I have now stayed 3 times with large groups at beautiful “Under the Oaks” farmhouse and can highly recommend it. The location and facilities are just great, very convenient and close to all attractions and the best part that is in the heart of the beautiful town of Diever. Do not hesitate and book it!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

James S.

Pleasant village escape
This was a great retreat from urban stress in a lovely village setting with lots to explore on foot or by bike or car. The central location made for easy in-town living with pedestrian access to everything we needed - groceries, restaurants, bike rental, bakery, ice cream, post office - all within a short walk. The house had plenty of room, a clean, well equipped kitchen, and comfortable beds. David and Monique were great hosts with lots of suggestions for local activities and also helped to arrange our bike rental. We would certainly recommend Under the Oaks to friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ruth n.

family holiday
This is our 7th year at Under the Oaks and it was as amazing at it always is. The house is just perfect for the 11 of us ( 7 adults 4 children) David Monique and girls are great hosts and cater to all our needs from the welcome pack to bike hire. The house is in a gorgeous location with plenty to do for all ages, our group ranges from 3 to 68! We have already booked for next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Moto GP Trip
Second time staying at Under the Oaks, it offers everything we need for a group trip, close to attractions, clean, good value for money and run by helpful friendly owners.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

great christmas holiday
It has been a wonderful Christmas/New Year stay for us in Diever. This house is zo gezellig! We found our bed very comfortable and enjoyed spending time in the large living area. It was especially nice to arrive to a Christmas tree with all the trimmings and little treats and decorations scattered around. We also appreciated the well thought out ‘welcome’ food hamper. It made breakfast the next day nice and easy. The farmhouse is in a great position within the village – perfect as a launchpad for walks to the bakery (excellent selection of yummy Dutch treats!) near the church and for further adventures into the surrounding forest. Thank you for all your helpful advice! Best wishes for 2014
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Home from home
Whether your holiday is cycling or walking, or you use the property as a base for exploring further afield, this is a great place to stay. On arrival we received a generous welcome pack of essential food supplies and found everything else we needed for an enjoyable stay. This place really did become a home from home. Our hosts, David and Monique, made us truly welcome and are very knowledgeable of the surrounding area. This clean and well-maintained property is situated in a lovely location so enjoy visiting the fantastic countryside, cafés and shops. (Don't forget the bakery!) We've visited Amsterdam on many occasions and always enjoyed great Dutch hospitality, Diever, the property, David and Monique didn't disappoint... go now and explore!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Clare F., Leeds, UK

Great location and property
We had a really great time on this holiday, in a very pretty location with plenty to do. The house is beautiful, well maintained and very clean and the owners have really thought of everything you could need. The children’s toys were especially welcome to a 3 year old who was already bored of the ones she brought with her. Above all the owners were extremely helpful and had plenty of advice and help to make sure we got the most out of our time. Although only a week, it felt like we’d been there ages – and that’s what I call a good holiday! We would recommend this property very highly.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tanya V.

Lovely Farmhouse in a Fantastic location
Thank you for a lovely, relaxing break. We’ve had a wonderful time discovering this part of the Netherlands and love this little village. There was still so much more to discover. Many thanks to our hosts for all their help and advice. The children have loved the freedom of cycling safely (the routes are there, now we need to work on their ‘road awareness’!) and Anna has loved playing with Caitlin and Amy and will take the ‘full wiggle’ dance back to England with her! Best wishes to you all from the Vincents and Tomlinsons, Kent, UK.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Farmhouse in Diever
The perfect place for our loud family of 12. Located in the heart of Holland, everything was accessible and easy to get to. Our hosts were BEYOND accommodating. Logisitcs for a large group are always difficult and they had answers for everything for us. They were legitimately interested in making our vacation the best it could be. Thanks again for everything!!!