Title: Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=96521930&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges Vacation home in Bruges with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges ![Interior - Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges (Brugge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96530000/96522000/96521930/abdb6b32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges (Brugge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96530000/96522000/96521930/851bbce4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges (Brugge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96530000/96522000/96521930/680e865b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges (Brugge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96530000/96522000/96521930/67a2d298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges (Brugge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96530000/96522000/96521930/282cb2ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in a serene forest, this cozy cottage near Old Bruges offers a peaceful retreat with lounge, living room and separate kitchen. Unwind on the terrace or explore nearby castles and traditional resort towns like De Haan and Ostend. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges Cozy and comfortable cottage located in an exciting forest area just 4.5 km from the center of Old Bruges. This is an ideal place to explore Belgium, visit the nearby traditional resort towns on the Belgian coast - De Haan, Knokke-Heist, Blankenberge, Ostend, walk with children and/or pets through forests with magnificent castles or enjoy the fairytale city of Bruges. After a day filled with pleasant adventures, you will be happy to return to this pleasant, quiet and cozy nest, immersed in silence and greenery. The cottage welcomes you with the lounge , corridor, living room with two folding (up to 1.35 wide) sofas, a separate kitchen equipped with everything necessary (stove, oven, refrigerator with freezer, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle , toaster, microwave,), guest toilet. The spacious bedroom with queen bed and bathroom with shower, toilet, and sink are situated on the first floor. Toddler bed could be installed by request. Terrace, barbecue, picnic table are for convenience of the guests. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Theme park nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34019300/34019249/7f2d4b4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### luxurious holiday carpe diem Beernem - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 9.4 Exceptional 155 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=34019249&PinnedHotelID=34019249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27122900/27122822/0f4a38ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Particularly located, rural house with character near Bruges. 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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 31362/A/0182//L/000/00/P0000 ## About the area Located in Sint-Michiels, a neighborhood in Bruges, this vacation home is near theme parks and by the sea. Tillegembos and Castle Tudor are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at De Hoge Dijken and Uitkerkse Polder. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jan Breydel Stadium or The Merry Velodrome. Explore all the area has to offer with cycling and ecotours. [Visit our Bruges travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Bruges.dx6155224) [View more Vacation homes in Bruges](https://www.expedia.ca/Bruges-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6155224-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.17045%2C3.18263&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Mcb8XDUAuUhZT4CXn2ofjuU2Jnw=) Brugge, Vlaams Gewest ### What's nearby - Tillegembos 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - King Albert Park 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Public Observatory Cozmix Beisbroek 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Castle Tudor 2 min drive \- 2.6 km - Kinepolis Bruges 3 min drive \- 3.3 km ### Getting around - Zedelgem Station 9 min drive - Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.) 29 min drive ### Restaurants - Café St-Elooi 6 min drive - Speedy Snack 5 min drive - In De Trutselaar 3 min drive - Macy’s 5 min drive - De Tijl 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges? ### What time is check-out at Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges? ### Where is Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cozy comfortable cottage in a forest area 4,5 km from the center of Bruges Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 31 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Remie Jan 2, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The cottage was very cute and spotlessly clean. Our host was friendly and welcoming, which immediately made us feel at home. The cottage is beautifully hidden in the forest near Bruges and felt like a peaceful retreat. It was the perfect getaway for us and our dogs. ##### Remie Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc Dec 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Excellent property and lovely friendly hosts. ##### Marc Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah F. Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house Lovely visit to this beautiful little house in the forest. Very tranquil and close to brugge ##### Sarah F. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martina G. May 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Stay Perfect place to visit Brugge city. About 20 min by bike to the center, but with the park ambience perfect for relaxing. We loved it! ##### Martina G. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine R. Sep 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Pretty property - lovely setting and very close to Bruges. The house was clean and well equipped. ##### Katherine R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan-Frederik N. Jan 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### In the midst of a quaint forest Beautiful vacation rental in the midst of a quaint forest. It is a perfect starting point to visit Bruges. The host is very friendly and helpful. We plan to return! ##### Jan-Frederik N. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie D. Oct 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage Getaway The cottage was exactly as listed on VRBO and was very clean and comfortable. Elena was a lovely host and all communication was very prompt and helpful. The bed was comfortable and we enjoyed relaxing in the evening in the spacious living room. I would certainly stay again if we have the chance to return to this beautiful city. ##### Laurie D. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy G. Sep 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming cottage This cottage which is located beside a beautiful main home in an exclusive neighborhood was just wonderful. Surrounded by a forest with a private approach road and beautiful chalet type homes all gated was very special. Thank you to our hosts. ##### Nancy G. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glynn R. Oct 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for Bruges Perfectly located for Bruges, Ghent, Ypres etc, we we're travelling by car with our small dog. The cottage and grounds provided an excellent base from which to tour Belgium. The cottage is fully equipped with everything you could need, it's stylish, impeccably clean and we would highly recommend it. The owner couldn't have been more obliging. ##### Glynn R. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie D., Hoylake, Wirral, England Oct 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS Wow, what a stunning property. We absolutely loved it. So quiet. So private and peaceful. Elena was a superb host. So friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again. Don't miss your chance. Get it booked. You wont be disappointed. ##### Jackie D. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy P. Jun 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely rural retreat Nice guesthouse about 2 miles outside of Bruges in a forest. Great stay! ##### Tammy P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### geoffgcti Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Outstanding- perfect location for exploring Brugge. Elena was extremely helpful and a wonderful host. I would recommend this property to one and all. ##### geoffgcti Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laveena R. Aug 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay Very pretty house … excellent host. ##### Laveena R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah H. Oct 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A lovely little house in the forest. So glad we picked this place! The garden that the house is situated in is so relaxing, you can hear all the sounds of nature. We used Uber to get in and out of the city and that worked well for us. Would definitely recommend! ##### Sarah H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph A. Nov 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cottage Fantastic experience, definitely recommend! ##### Joseph A. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Art A. Dec 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2 days stay Very hospitable host, cosy house, 5 min from Brugge ##### Art A. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gustavo G. Jul 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice Location The location is top. A residential area in the woods with walking and biking trails and safe path to Brugge downtown.The house is very nice in a French cottage style.The kitchen could have some more dishes and kitchen tools but none the less nice and ok.We had a really nice stay. ##### Gustavo G. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander W. Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review We had an excellent stay! I would highly recommend. Thank you so much ##### Alexander W. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Cottage outside of Brugge We had a wonderful time at this small but spacious cottage. Beautiful property close to Brugge, but far enough that you feel like you are in the country. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dean H. Nov 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Do not hesitate to book! The whole process was incredibly easy and the property and host are both amazing. You won’t be disappointed. ##### Dean H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sydney B. Nov 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend In Bruges My mom and I stayed at Elena’s place for a weekend in Bruges with my puppy. She was very responsive and accommodating. The house is even cuter and cozier in person. She opened up her yard for our dog and welcomed us as family! We wish we could have stayed longer. ##### Sydney B. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Constanze H. Aug 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Gut ##### Constanze H. Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Burkhard G. Aug 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Tolles Haus in toller , ruhiger Lage. Alles vor Ort, was man braucht, auch Einkaufsmöglichkeiten in der Nähe. Sehr nette und bemühte Vermieter. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. ##### Burkhard G. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Serge P. Jun 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bel endroit tranquille Belle maison d'invités toute équipée. Endroit très tranquille dans un quartier boisé haut de gamme. Doit avoir une voiture. Nous la recommandons fortement. ##### Serge P. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Editha v. Sep 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Prima Leuk huisje,wel wat vochtig bij regenachtig weer en weinig ventilatie mogelijk. Inrichting prima, maar basic. Wel op het erf/de tuin van de verhuurders die je verder niet tegen komt. Maar echt privé zit je niet. Geweldig mooie omgeving, in de bossen. Zo’n 5-6 km van het centrum van Brugge af. ##### Editha v. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024