Family house Watertoren, Vlissingen

This holiday home in Zeeland occupies a restored water tower in Vlissingen, a short walk from the beach and the town's lively seafront boulevard. Built in 1896, the tower has been converted into a spacious group accommodation with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets, a playroom, a meeting room for up to 12 people, and a large garden. The architecture is original throughout, and the building retains its historic character while being fitted out for comfortable modern stays.

The standout feature is the view. The original water tank at the top of the tower has been fitted with windows on all sides, giving you a panoramic look over the city and out toward the sea beyond the boulevard. Above that, an observation deck sits at 36 metres, where you can see across Vlissingen and spot the glittering water behind the seafront on a clear day. There is nothing quite like having breakfast plans interrupted by that kind of outlook.

The ground-level garden gives the group a private outdoor space to use when the view from the top needs a rest, and the meeting room means the accommodation can double up for gatherings or events as well as holidays. With 4 bedrooms and generous shared spaces, this suits larger families or groups of friends who want to stay together under one roof in a setting that has some genuine history behind it. The beach and boulevard being within walking distance keeps the stay practical as well as comfortable.