Stay in a Lighthouse
Description
In 1998, the light in Harlingen Lighthouse was extinguished after three quarters of faithful service.
For a moment the future of this landmark monument seemed uncertain. Uncertain, that is, untill a private individual used it to forfil a dream: create a unique place offering panoramic views, comfort and a bed for the night. Doesn't this dream sound tantalising?
The stairwell is more spacious than you might expect. After a number of turns, the stairs bring you to the first of three floors. This is the bath floor with the striking, circular shower. You arrive at the next floor via a curved hallway. This is the most important living area with a made-to-size bed, a small sitting area and a worktop with all the facilities for a leisurely stay. The surrounding glass makes it possible for you to enjoy the panoramic view — even from your bed. But you want to go to the top! A steep set of stairs brings you to the spot where a lamp the size of a Skippy ball once shone. It’s here, under the original copper dome, that you can take your seat at a table for two. Or, if you prefer, you can step out onto the fenced-in platform surrounding the lantern room.
The completely restored Lighthouse is once again a beacon — but now for those who want to rise above the common and the ordinary. Every day the lighthouse offers two guests comfortable lodging high above the old trading town, on the borderline between the land and the shallows. The tower is managed by the lighthouse keeper. She is responsible for welcoming guests and can be contacted by phone if you have any questions. Every morning, she delivers the breakfast basket with fresh and delicious rolls.
Facilities Lighthouse of Harlingen
Harlingen Lighthouse is suitable for day-time and night-time occupation by two people. The facilities are on three levels in the top section:- Bathroom level with circular shower, toilet and washbasin;
- Tower room with bed, sitting area and worktop;
- Lantern room and platform.
Extra details
From 2005, the price will be EUR 279.00 a day, breakfast and VAT included.
The Lighthouse is available from 16.00 hours on the day of arrival until 12.00 hours on the day of departure.We think personal contact and paying attention to the needs of our guests is important. That's why we don't do online reservations; we prefer to assist you by telephone. In this way we are better able to inform you about our special accommodations.
For reservations and any question about the Lighthouse, Lifeboat and Harbour Crane, the City of Harlingen or the greater Harlingen area, please call our reservation line on: +31 (0)517 414410 (08.30-11.30 hrs).
The three accommodations are geared to comfortable accommodation for two people. It is expressly forbidden to receive visitors while on the properties, whether these be friends, relations or acquaintances.
Pets are not permitted for reasons of safety and hygiene.
Staying at Harlingen Lighthouse is entirely at one’s own risk. Any damage by the tenant to the Lighthouse, the interior thereof or objects that are the property thereof must be paid for by the tenant.
The above also applies to damage caused to third parties.
In the event of force majeure, a reservation may be cancelled by the lessor, following which restitution will be made.
Cancellation by guests up to 28 days prior to the date that has been reserved will incur no charges. After this no restitution will be made.
Smoking is forbidden in all areas of the properties.
