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Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life!

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Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Oud Ade, ZH
  • Popular LocationLeiden University12 min drive
  • Popular LocationKeukenhof Gardens20 min drive
  • Popular LocationKeukenhof Castle20 min drive
  • AirportThe Hague (HAG)30 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 10
230 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
    2 single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bath
Bathroom 3
    No shower or bath

Room options

About the area

Oud Ade

A family-friendly stay in Oud Ade awaits you at this villa. You'll be 17.3 km (10.7 mi) from Duinrell and 21.3 km (13.3 mi) from Keukenhof Gardens. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and villa features a washing machine, free WiFi and 3 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fireplace, a patio and in-room jetted baths are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna as well as access to a playground. Other amenities include a games room, a garden and barbecues.

What's nearby

  • Leiden University - 12 min drive
  • Corpus - 13 min drive
  • Keukenhof Gardens - 20 min drive
  • Keukenhof Castle - 20 min drive
  • Duinrell - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Leiden Lammenschans Station - 12 min drive
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 16 min drive
  • Lowietje Aan De Kaag - 13 min drive
  • Brasserie Coazy - 16 min drive
  • Bella Donna - 9 min drive
  • Sassem-city - 19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life!

Villa pura vida is located in a unique part of the Netherlands: in the middle of the Randstad and in a Dutch polder landscape. By the water with large garden and wide view. Connected via the Zevenhuizervaart to the Kagerplassen. Spacious, luxuriously furnished and fully equipped. Large Ofyr BBQ and outdoor kitchen. Wood-fired hot tub in the garden, sauna with relaxation area in the houseboat, beautiful 12-person sloop in the boathouse and 2 canoes ready for departure. (optional) To enjoy !
Villa Pura Vida is a thatched 10 pers. villa, built by ourselves in 2004. It is really a lovely house and we have lived in it with great pleasure for 16 years. Thanks to good friends we were able to add some nice extras (such as hot tub and sauna, which you can book as extras) and this is how villa pura vida was created ...
The house surface is approx. 220 m² and the outside area that you have privately available at the villa is approx. 400 m².

The House

Ground floor :
entrance with toilet, wardrobe, large open kitchen with cooking island, living room with large natural stone table (10 pers), large sitting area with 3 sofas, lounge chair, tree trunk table, fireplace (gas), flat screen TV 55 inch (digital, international channels + Netflix) , open staircase, patio doors to garden and veranda, 1 x double bedroom with a double bed. Also a space + bay window adjacent to the living room of approx. 16m² (former office) which is now furnished as a "game room" with all kinds of board games ranging from cards to yatzee, scrabble, casino game, stratego, etc. for all ages. In addition, an Xbox and a Wii including a number of games and a TV for gaming.
1st floor: landing, 1 x 2 person bedroom with a double bed, 1 x 4 person bedroom with 1 x kingsize bed and 2 x 1 single bed, bathroom with toilet, large double sink, spacious walk-in shower with rain shower, hand shower and wall nozzles, very spacious 2 person bedroom and bathroom ensuite with 1 x king-size bed, seating, large sink, whirlpool bath for 2 people, walk-in shower with rain shower, hand shower and wall nozzles, toilet.

kitchen facilities :
Cooking island with 5-burner gas stove, vegetable sink, water grill, deep fryer, American fridge and freezer combination including ice maker, 2nd flushing facility, combination microwave, dishwasher, oven.
In addition, there is a kettle, a Senseo and a Dolce Gusto coffee machine, a blender, soda stream, electric juicer, Sabatier knife block, pans, crockery, glassware and cutlery for 10 guests. So you will lack for nothing!
Also in the house:
washing machine, dryer, ironing board, iron, a Philips solarium, gourmet set, fondue set, various fitness app. and WIFI.
Optional : private chef

Outside :

Veranda at the house (approx. 30 m²) with lounge set, seating high (4 pers) and low (2 pers).
Large private garden on the water (approx. 350 m²) with jetty, garden furniture incl. 10-person outdoor table, lounger, 2 hammocks, outdoor shower and outdoor games such as you fo, kubb, badminton are available. Also an outdoor kitchen with 2nd refrigerator and large wood-fired Ofyr BBQ. Also at the front of the house there is a terrace + large patio table + chairs.

Further outside and optional:
Use of our houseboat which has been transformed into a sauna boat with relaxation area and large (8 person) Finnish sauna. Use of the large (10 person) wood-fired hot tub. From the sauna boat you look out over the garden and the hot tub and from the hot tub you have a glimpse into the sauna boat. Use of our beautiful white sloop of 8 meters x 2.70 meters, including seat and relaxation cushions and suitable for a maximum of 12 people. Only including private skipper for hire who will bring a large cool box with ice for your drinks on board .. Use of our two 3-person Canadian canoes for a trip through the rural ditches or the Kagerplassen. A dinghy with a whisper motor for a trip with a little more pace is also an option. And if you want to cycle a bit, there are 3 bicycles available here. The bicycles are at your disposal free of charge, the other options are subject to costs.

Property manager

Alex van der Meer

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling on site
  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Unit size: 2476 sq ft (230 sq m)

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life!?

The closest beach to Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life! is Scheveningen Beach (22.5 km).

Does Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life! have a pool?

No, this villa doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life!?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a jetted bath and a fireplace.

What makes Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life! a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, Jetted bath, and fireplaces all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life!.

Is Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life!?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life!?

No, Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Villa Pura Vida: Enjoy life! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Netherlands
Alex the host was great. House layout worked great for our family of nine
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B., Stow, Ohio USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing in Netherlands
8 members of my family (ages 3-81) stayed here to unwind after our daughter's wedding in Belgium. It was just what we needed! We intended to see the Keukenhof Gardens, but they were sold out for the day. Nobody was disappointed because saw the tulips from the car, and we all loved just being at the house! American VRBO website is a little misleading ... the sauna and hot-tub is NOT included, but I highly recommend adding them to your reservation if the weather is cool. Also, we rented a canoe for the day and paddled around the canals -- definitely worth the €25. There's a bedroom on the main floor which was good for Grandma. The steps to the other bedrooms would have been difficult for Grandma and were hard for the 3-year old. Overall, a fantastic trip in a wonderful place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate J., Atlanta, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home for a Week with Friends/Family
This home was perfect for our group of seven, which included four children age 10 and under. The bedrooms were comfortable, the kitchen was well appointed, and the living room and backyard were spacious places to gather. We enjoyed being in the quiet countryside with views of windmills, canals and sheep, and were surprised at how easy it was to visit various towns/cities via car or train from Leiden. Alex was easy to communicate with and always available to answer questions—we very much appreciated his hospitality. We throughly enjoyed our stay and would strongly recommend this home to others looking for a similar experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
This property was perfect for my family of 6. It was centrally located to various sites and to visit family’s. Katherine
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Luxurious villa! Enjoyed our stay!
Luxurious villa! We enjoyed our stay! Appreciated the use of the bikes so that we could ride to Leiderdorp to get our groceries.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dutch oasis
This place was so wonderful! We absolutely loved the house, the hot tub, the sauna, the beautiful full kitchen…and Alex was so kind and helpful. We had a wonderful trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfekt 👌
Von A bis Z einfach nur perfekt! Der Gastgeber war sehr freundlich und das Haus wie beschrieben. Der Garten ist zudem großartig und die Umgebung wunderschön. Jederzeit wieder!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schönes Haus
Die Lage und das Haus waren sehr schön. Netter Gastgeber der immer hilfreich war. Gerne wieder.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very, very nice House and Garden
Overall i can say that we ready enjoyed our short holiday trip with some collegues and friends. Everything was prepared as anounced and there was not a single thing missing. Standard is very high and the design of the garden is really inspiring. There is just one point that could be improved: If you want to use the boat, the hot tub or canoes, you have to pay them as an extra service, as they are not included. 3 normal Mountainbikes are included. Best wishes to Alex, the stay was great. Hopefully we will see us again. Philipp Eickhoff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super schön!
Das Haus war toll, die Ausstattung und Sauberkeit perfekt! Wir haben es sehr genossen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023