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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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

About the neighborhood

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DIEVER

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 - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Beilen Station - 18 min drive
  • Groningen (GRQ-Eelde) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smaak Schepijs - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Restaurant Keernpunt - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hui Mao Chinees-Indisch Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grand Café de Brink - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Het Hof van Dwingeloo - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Now in our 20th year - many Canadian, American and European repeat guests!

Family-friendly farm stay in a rural location
Consider a stay at Now in our 20th year - many Canadian, American and European repeat guests! and take advantage of golfing on site, a water park, and a firepit. Adventurous travelers may like the boating, kayaking, and bicycling at this farm stay. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.
Additional perks include:
  • A bike on site, books, and beach towels
  • A music library, barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
  • Games and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Now in our 20th year - many Canadian, American and European repeat guests! have comforts such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, baby baths, and children's dinnerware
  • Recycling and composting
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • LCD 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: Free WiFi

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
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • 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: €44 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

Farmhouse

Frequently asked questions

Is Now in our 20th year - many Canadian, American and European repeat guests! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Now in our 20th year - many Canadian, American and European repeat guests!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Now in our 20th year - many Canadian, American and European repeat guests!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Now in our 20th year - many Canadian, American and European repeat guests! 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. National Park Drents-Friese Wold and Hunebed D53 are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Now in our 20th year - many Canadian, American and European repeat guests! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

M W.

Charming house in tranquil village
A lovely traditional home with lots of room for family groups. Set in a charming village with restaurants and bars within walking distance. Surounded by pleasent countryside walks and forrest cycle ways. Attentive and helpful owner on site to help make the most of your stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

What a wonderful first trip to The Netherlands!
Thank you all so much for being so hospitable not only during our stay in Diever but being supportive with advice, suggestions, and information in the months leading up to our visit. It was our first trip to the Netherlands and it certainly will not be our last. Your home is very welcoming and definitely exceeded our expectations. We will be more than glad to recommend your property to our friends and family. Thanks again guys and hope to see you soon!

10/10 Excellent

Sabine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderbare Ferienwoche
Wir haben unseren traditionellen Familienurlaub hier verbracht und waren sehr begeistert! Wir waren 9 Erwachsene und 3 Kinder (4-10 Jahre) mit zwei Hunden. Wir wurden von unserem Gastgeber David unglaublich nett empfangen und fürsorglich betreut. Immer wieder gab er uns Tipps für Ausflüge in der Umgebung, sei es wo man schön bummeln kann, seien es Wander- oder Fahrradrouten… Es war für jeden etwas dabei. Das Haus ist sehr gemütlich eingerichtet (wir haben vor allem das Wohnzimmer geliebt) und es hatte viel Charme. Wir Senioren (66 und 73 Jahre alt) hätten uns ab und zu noch ein kleines Bad zusätzlich gewünscht, aber das wussten wir vor der Buchung und wir sind auch so klar gekommen. Das Haus liegt wirklich im Dorf. Wir konnten unsere Einkäufe alle zu Fuss erledigen. Sehr angenehm! Die andere Seite ist, dass man dadurch natürlich den Straßenlärm hörte, aber das war nicht wirklich störend. Alles zusammen genommen war es richtig, richtig toll und können es nur weiterempfehlen! Danke, David!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderbarer Gastgeber
Danke an David für seine Betreuung, seine guten Tipps und seine Unterstützung beim Reservieren eines Restaurants an Neujahr.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

S S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Prima weekendverblijf
Uitstekende accommodatie, gastvrij welkom met opgemaakte bedden, veel gebruiksartikelen beschikbaar, fijne gastheer!

10/10 Excellent

Lukas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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10/10 Excellent

Leif Normann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Under the oaks, Diever.
Denne ferieboligen var i første klasse. Kan anbefales. David er hjelpsom med alt og omgivelsene er nydelige. Vi var en vennegjeng på 8 personer som ferierte her i 14 fantastiske dager.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carina W.

Schöne Unterkunft, super Lage, alles bestens
Absolut zu empfehlen! Insbesondere die überaus freundlichen Gastgeber/Vermieter, welche mit allen Möglichkeiten den Aufenthalt angenehm machen. Durchaus eine erneute Reise wert. An der Ausstattung sowie dem Zustand der Unterkunft gibt es nichts auszusetzen. Alles ist super gepflegt, modern, funktionsfähig und sauber. Vielen Dank für die schöne Zeit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janine G.

Alles war sehr schön, super Ausstattung, geschmackvolle Einrichtung und ein sehr netter Vermieter.
Auch der Ort ist reizend, Bäcker und Supermarkt schnell zu erreichen. Einzig die Nähe des Hauses zu der doch leider sehr befahrenen Straße ist schade.

10/10 Excellent

Dominique P.

Gîte très bien équipé et bien situé. Proprietaire tres attentif à rendre notre sejour agréable.
Nous avons aimé le blue lake et les autres sites naturels des environs. C'est un beau petit village. L'endroit est idéal aussi pour les ballades à vélo. A recommander pour les familles.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

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!
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10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Great host, house, and location
We were two families (with 5 kids under 8) staying together and there was plenty of space. This home is conveniently located a few doors down from the grocery store and just a short one to two block walk to an ice cream shop, bakery and bike rentals. Just past the ice cream shop is the entrance to the beautiful park. We rented bikes and David assisted us with this to ensure we were able to get the right bikes and without having to pay the cash deposit. Overall, we had a great stay and are so pleased we chose to stay here - we would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

Another great stay in Diever
We also stayed in 2013, IIRC. The Sampsons are friendly and gracious hosts. The town is adorable, with a grocery 3 doors down and plenty of restaurants in walking distance and of course everything you could want in biking distance. The beds are comfortable, toys for the kids and David makes sure you are set up with bikes if you want that, and there's food in the fridge when you arrive. Always a pleasure to stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fred S.

A home away from home.
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 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. Thank you very much!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

V H.

Alles da was man braucht.
Wir waren mit acht Erwachsenen und sechs Kindern dort einquartiert. Die Wohnung befindet sich im vorderen Teil eines alten Bauernhauses, das aber solide renoviert wurde. In der Küche und auch sonst war alles enthalten, was man für einen Trip dort braucht. Für kleine Kinder stellt die Treppe zwischen den Etagen eine Gefahr da, doch oben lässt sie sich vergittern und unten haben wir die Türen zum Flur einfach ständig zu gemacht, so dass nichts passieren konnte. Draußen gab es einen kleinen Hof und über einen Fußgängerweg eine Koppel mit Pferden, die von den Kindern gefüttert werden durften. Auch auf dem Hof stand ein Trampolin. Insgesamt haben wir den Aufenthalt sehr genossen, auch wegen der Gasteltern, die wunderbare Gastgeber waren und uns sehr viele Tipps für Ausflüge in der Umgebung gegeben haben. Insgesamt ein super Ausflug.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Still thinking about this wonderful house
I have been home 2 or 3 months and I am still reflecting on this holiday which was faciltated mostly by the wonderful location of this property. We both love countryside and village living and because of the fantastic location of this house we were able to literally have it all. Even the small amount of bad weather added a different aspect to the mood of the area. I have some great memories and photos of my time there. I have stayed in many places but the attention and knowledge from our host was exceptional in planning our stay. The welcome package was the best we've ever had if you like to feel safe whilst cycling then this village is perfect.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nigel W.

A hidden gem in a great location 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.

8/10 Good

Jens S.

Schöne Zeit über Silvester
Hallo, wir waren mit unserem Kind und zwei anderen Familien (plus Kinder) über Silvester bei Familie Samson und haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Das Haus war in einem super Zustand, die Zimmer sauber, perfekt für mehrere Leute (wir waren insgesamt 12). Ein große Küche, in der wir immer zusammen essen konnten, sehr gemütliches Wohnzimmer und eine tolle Umgebung in einem sehr schönen kleinen Örtchen. Das Geschäft nur 2min vom Haus entfernt, war auch ein großer Vorteil. Familie Samson ist super freundlich, hilfsbereit, aber nicht aufdringlich. Wir können das Haus auf jeden Fall weiterempfehlen und haben dies im Freundeskreis auch bereits getan. Wir würden auf jeden Fall wiederkommen. Vielen Dank für eine schöne Zeit!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cecile H.

Familieweekend
Allereerst een prima communicatie vanaf het begin van de boeking. Makkelijk mailcontact, prettig. Bij aankomst, rondleiding door het huis dat al gezellig verlicht was door de kerstboom.Prima huis! Schoon, groot genoeg voor 10 personen.Voldoende handdoeken, bedden opgemaakt, lekkers in de koelkast, echt geweldig! Wij voelden ons echt welkom en hebben, zeker door de sfeer en gezelligheid van het huis, heerlijk kunnen genieten van onze familie. Onze studerende kinderen zijn 's avonds nog met elkaar het café ingegaan, waar zij ontzettend veel plezier hebben gehad. Dit was allemaal op loopafstand dus wat wil een mens nog meer? Dank aan David en zijn vrouw, als het aan ons ligt komen we volgend weekend weer. Met vriendelijke groeten, Wouter en Cécile
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emmy A.

Great Place to Stay!
We have stayed at "Under the Oaks" quite a few times now. It is a place we like to call "Our home away from home". We have been here with our children and grandchildren and we keep coming back! We couldn't ask for a nicer place to stay. Our accommodations are clean and spacious. David and Monique are excellent hosts and are willing to assist us with anything we need. Waiting for us upon our arrival is a welcome basket filled with food items. We love the small village atmosphere with its shops and restaurants. It is a very picturesque town! Here we can also enjoy kilometers of biking through the forest which lies adjacent to the village. We hope we can come back sometime in the near future.
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! Ik ben nu al 3 keer op het mooie "Onder de Eiken " boerderij verbleven en kan het iedereen van harte aanraden. De locatie, accomodatie en faciliteiten zijn gewoon geweldig, de boerderij dicht bij alle attracties en in het hart van de prachtige dorp Diever. Aarzel niet en boek deze prachtige accomodatie!
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

A great holiday
We spent a great holiday in Diever. The farmhouse is very comfortable, fully equiped,very clean and the hosts extremly generous and helpful. Supermarket and bike rental are just around the corner . The village centre is a few minutes walking away and suprisingly good reastaurants can be found there + an awardwinning bakery. Walks or cycling in the national park can be highly recomended. Easy to reach even without a car. Good transport links to the train line and the regional center Groningen.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Moro GP trip
Second time staying at Below 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

Wendy M.

Beautifully decorated and comfortable
The hosts David and Monique greeted us like we were family, and kept that spirit going throughout our stay, including having a few essential groceries on hand for us upon our arrival. The 4 bedroom home was so nicely decorated, with a cottage feel, and everything you need for cooking a meal if you wanted. And the laundry facilities were greatly appreciated. David was very helpful in advising what sites to take in, and even arranged for bicycles to rent for 6 people. The bike paths are all around this small village, with very interesting points of interest to visit along with beautiful tulip fields if you are there in early May like we were. Diever itself is a quaint village, surrounded by open fields and only minutes from other neighboring villages. It has many shops, a bakery, a number of restaurants and grocery stores with every thing you might want, and a great ice cream store open until 9pm. We would highly recommend this as a central location to use when touring this area of Drenthe, which has many interesting stops to make it a unforgettable holiday. We hope to return one day soon. Travelling from Taber and Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada