Holiday house


Holiday home De Kraak van Van Dam is a luxurious and cozy group accommodation in the atmospheric old village church of a Frisian mound village near the Wadden Sea.

With five bedrooms, three bathrooms and a very spacious living room , the church is a beautiful group accommodation that offers a great base to explore Friesland. The motto for De Kraak is 'wonderful lodging in heavenly spheres'. The reactions in the guestbook show that people recognize and appreciate this.

'Absolutely enjoyed this prime location and beautiful surroundings.'

'Five friends in this beautiful church, what a pleasure and what a peace.'

"It's a privilege to be in such a beautiful environment. A few comments that everyone is shouting at me now: nice and warm, good billiards, nice sofas, nice weather, quarrel with the remote control. Until next time.'  
'Very nice and cozy. In fact, we were glad it rained all week. If only we could stay "at home".'

What will you find in Van Dam's holiday home De Kraak?

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The former church has been transformed into a stylish group accommodation, in which peace and space go hand in hand. A wonderful place to catch your breath, surrounded by inspiring works by Frisian expressionists and other artists.

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The special apartment has 5 bedrooms. Two bedrooms are located in the front of the church on the Kraak (1 double room and a triple room with double bed and a bunk bed), a double room is downstairs. At the back of the church you will find bedroom 4 and 5. Bedroom 4 is on the first floor with a bathroom with shower, sink and toilet. Bedroom 5 is on the ground floor with a bathroom with shower, washbasin and toilet.

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The very spacious apartment has two good sitting areas and a large living table. In addition to all the usual amenities (washing machine, dryer, oven, microwave oven, oven, oven, oven,

The old church hall, which has been converted into a spacious living room, has beautiful acoustics. A great sound system makes your music sound like never before. If you like to relax and watch television, you can sit back on the couch and enjoy the excellent image quality. For smokers, smoking is allowed outside.

During the day, the garden with old fruit trees, berry bushes, lawn and one of the outdoor terraces are recommended. 
In the evening, a glass of wine awaits on the indoor terrace. Guests can make use of good bicycles. There are a few children's bicycles available for children.

The holiday home de Kraak van Van Dam is a wonderful place to relax. Those who like an active holiday are spoilt for choice. Out and about with the kids in, for example, Kameleondorp, the beach at Makkum or Harlingen. Or ice skating in Leeuwarden or Thialf Heerenveen in winter. Shopping in one of the Eleven Cities towns such as Harlingen, Franeker, Sneek, Dokkum or the Frisian capital Leeuwarden.There are theaters in Franeker, Sneek and Leeuwarden. If you want to eat out, you will be spoilt for choice in Harlingen, Franeker, Leeuwarden and many other special places in Frisian villages.

Besides... from the Kraak a day trip to Groningen or a visit to the Wadden Islands is easy to do.

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On average receives a 9.0
People are curious about staying in a church. The reactions in the guestbook of De Kraak van Van Dam are very positive, so experience it yourself with family or friends.
The combination of the old church and modern comfort, pleasantly surprises and ensures a wonderful holiday. The balcony, a terrace in the garden or the large wine table inside, there are plenty of wonderful places to eat together and catch up.
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Explanation of the prices & cancellation policy

Praise:
 Based on 8 persons: extra person € 75 (per period). It goes without saying that we are happy to make your stay in De Kraak van Van Dam as complete as possible. The rental prices therefore include:
  • bedding
  • towels
  • Tea towels
  • Use of bicycles
  • A Tourist Package
  • Tax
  • Use of the Internet
  • End-of-stay cleaning

Rates

Prices are per stay

From
Mon 05-May-2025
to
Sat 05-Jul-2025
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2395.00
Midweek € 1725.00
Night € 342.00
Weekend € 1885.00
From
Sat 05-Jul-2025
to
Mon 25-Aug-2025
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2395.00
Midweek € 1940.00
Night € 342.00
Weekend € 2100.00
From
Mon 25-Aug-2025
to
Fri 31-Oct-2025
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2155.00
Midweek € 1590.00
Night € 308.00
Weekend € 1780.00
From
Fri 31-Oct-2025
to
Fri 19-Dec-2025
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 1885.00
Midweek € 1215.00
Night € 269.00
Weekend € 1725.00
From
Fri 19-Dec-2025
to
Mon 05-Jan-2026
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2395.00
Midweek € 1940.00
Night € 342.00
Weekend € 2100.00
From
Mon 05-Jan-2026
to
Fri 13-Feb-2026
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 1915.00
Midweek € 1285.00
Night € 274.00
Weekend € 1775.00
From
Fri 13-Feb-2026
to
Sun 01-Mar-2026
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2290.00
Midweek € 1830.00
Night € 327.00
Weekend € 2005.00
From
Sun 01-Mar-2026
to
Sun 26-Apr-2026
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2060.00
Midweek € 1405.00
Night € 294.00
Weekend € 1890.00
From
Sun 26-Apr-2026
to
Sun 10-May-2026
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2550.00
Midweek € 2060.00
Night € 364.00
Weekend € 2235.00
From
Sun 10-May-2026
to
Sun 05-Jul-2026
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2290.00
Midweek € 1830.00
Night € 327.00
Weekend € 2005.00
From
Sun 05-Jul-2026
to
Mon 31-Aug-2026
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2550.00
Midweek € 2060.00
Night € 364.00
Weekend € 2235.00
From
Mon 31-Aug-2026
to
Fri 09-Oct-2026
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2290.00
Midweek € 1685.00
Night € 327.00
Weekend € 1890.00
From
Fri 09-Oct-2026
to
Sun 18-Oct-2026
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2290.00
Midweek € 1830.00
Night € 327.00
Weekend € 2005.00
From
Sun 18-Oct-2026
to
Fri 18-Dec-2026
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 1915.00
Midweek € 1285.00
Night € 274.00
Weekend € 1775.00
From
Fri 18-Dec-2026
to
Mon 04-Jan-2027
Minimum stay 3 nights
Week € 2550.00
Midweek € 2060.00
Night € 364.00
Weekend € 2235.00

Additional costs

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Extra person (base rates apply to 8 persons)
€ 75.00
Per person
Pay at booking | required
Pet(s)
€ 40.00
Per stay
Pay at booking | required

House rules

  • Pets allowed
  • Smoking not allowed

Location & area recommendations

Additional information

The location of the accommodation is no longer favorable. A stone's throw from the ancient Slachtedijk meanders through the rural landscape - a sporting challenge for walkers and cyclists. On the horizon Holland's last true nature, the Wadden Sea. A day sniffing sea air on one of the Wadden Sea from here is a breeze. Places like Leeuwarden, the former university city of Franeker and Harlingen historic seaport are a short drive. 'The Crack' is in short a wonderful base to further explore Friesland.
Cracking the Van Dam guarantees a carefree stay. Do not hesitate to contact us for an orientation visit or further information.

Layout

Living room
Ground floor
100 m2

Tiled

Dining corner / Dining Table

Dining Chairs (14)

Bedroom 1
Ground floor
16 m2

Bed: Double bed 200 x 160 cm

Floorboards

Duvets

Bedroom 2
1st floor
16 m2

Bed: Double bed 210 x 140 cm

Carpet

Duvets

Bedroom 3
1st floor
12 m2

Bed: Double bed 200 x 160 cm

Carpet

Duvets

Bedroom 4
Ground floor
15 m2

Bed: Double bed 210 x 160 cm

Laminate

Duvets

Bedroom 5
1st floor
18 m2

Bed: Double bed 210 x 160 cm

Bed: Bunk bed 200 x 90 cm

Carpet

Bathroom 1
Ground floor

Toilet

Shower

Washbasin

Bathroom 2
1st floor
4 m2

Toilet

Shower (1)

Washbasin (1)

Bathroom 3
Ground floor
4 m2

Toilet

Washbasin (1)

Hairdryer

Kitchen

Type: Open

Stove: Ceramic (4 Cooking zones/burners)

Hood


Facilities

Accommodation type

  • Holiday house

Total floor space

  • 225 m2

Sports & Recreation

  • Cycling
  • Horse riding
  • Sport Fishing
  • Tennis
  • Walking

Travel Ideas

  • Culture & History
  • Child-friendly
  • Luxury accommodation
  • Weekend trips
  • Group accommodation

Heating

  • Central heating
  • Floor heating
  • Stove

Internet, Wifi, Audio

  • Satellite receiver
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Hifi / Stereo set
  • Home cinema set
  • Radio
  • CD player
  • Dvd player
  • Wifi
  • Dutch TV channels (11)
  • Internet connection

Outdoor Facilities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Deckchair (4)
  • Parking place
  • Play set(s) (1)
  • Terrace (2)
  • Garden
  • Garden chair(s) (6)
  • Garden table(s0) (2)
  • Porch
  • Garden fully fenced
  • Hammock

Privacy

  • Manager on site
  • Complete privacy
  • Detached house

Facilities

  • Dryer
  • Washing machine
  • Hall
  • Seperate toilet (1)

Linens

  • Bed linen available
  • Towels present (30)
  • Kitchen linen available
  • Bed linen for children

Children

  • Child's chair (2)
  • Child's bath
  • Camping bed (2)

Games & entertainment

  • (Board) games
  • (Comic)books
  • DVDs / Blu-rays
  • Billiards / snooker table


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