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# Unique & exclusive 'Villa Gentbos', Castle villa °1881 in green oasis in Ghent

Waterfront vacation home with a fitness center and a sauna

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a playground at Unique & exclusive 'Villa Gentbos', Castle villa °1881 in green oasis in Ghent. Active travelers can enjoy boating at this vacation home. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. In addition to an arcade/game room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). 

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathrooms6997 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Pool
- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi

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## About this property

### Entire place

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

### Unique & exclusive 'Villa Gentbos', Castle villa °1881 in green oasis in Ghent

ATTENTION!  
CURRENTLY: 15 beds, 3 bathrooms  
FROM JUNE 2026: 21 beds, 6 bathrooms  
  
Villa Gentbos currently offers 15 (up to 16) beds and a natural swimming pond.  
  
The villa is being expanded with:  
• 2 additional guest rooms  
• 3 brand-new bathrooms  
  
Starting June 1, 2026, Villa Gentbos will welcome up to 21 guests and feature a heated outdoor pool.  
➡️ More space, comfort, and relaxation @ Villa Gentbos!  
  
Experience ultimate luxury in our exclusive villa, set on a vast estate designed for both relaxation and indulgence.  
This breathtaking property features a beautiful garden with a natural swimming pond and a private tennis court, offering endless outdoor enjoyment.  
  
Step inside and discover a spacious living room perfect for unwinding or entertaining.  
The home cinema is ideal for cozy movie nights with your favorite snacks and drinks.  
Enjoy the warmth and ambiance of the gas fireplace.  
The large kitchen is fully equipped with 3 ovens, 2 microwaves, a high-pressure steam oven, 2 dishwashers, and much more — everything you need for your culinary creations.  
  
Families are warmly welcomed with child-friendly amenities, including 2 highchairs, travel cots, a crib, a play tower, swing, trampoline, toys, game console, reading books, board games, sandpit, small boat on the pond, basketball and football court, ping-pong, foosball, and much more — boredom is simply not an option!  
  
For those seeking the ultimate spa experience, unwind in the Finnish sauna with infrared cabin, jacuzzi, and hot tub for 6 to 8 people.  
Host the perfect outdoor dinner with our fully equipped outdoor kitchen and gas barbecue.  
Challenge your friends to a game of pool indoors or let the kids enjoy the chill/playroom, complete with a PlayStation.  
Create unforgettable evenings in the party room, equipped with karaoke, DJ, and lighting setup.  
  
The villa features five beautifully decorated bedrooms and three bathrooms.  
Two bathrooms include showers, while the third has both a shower and a luxurious bathtub.  
The top-floor bedroom is air-conditioned for a perfectly comfortable indoor climate.  
  
Sports enthusiasts will love the fully equipped home gym, ping-pong table, darts, foosball, basketball and football court, and tennis court.  
Outdoors, you’ll find two additional recreation areas by the swimming pond with picnic tables, sun loungers, and a small boat.  
There’s also a solar-powered outdoor shower for a refreshing rinse after swimming.  
  
FROM JUNE 1, 2026, enjoy even more fun with our brand-new heated swimming pool!

## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach loungers
- Beach towels

### Pool/Spa

- Heated pool
- Hot tub
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna

### Internet

- Available in the house: Free WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen island
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster

### Dining

- Breakfast available for a fee
- Chef service
- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 7 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 6 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area

### Entertainment

- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Music library
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
- Video games
- Video library

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Work spaces

- Computer monitor
- Desk
- Desk chair

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 2 steps to reach entrance
- Area rugs in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Housekeeping (on request)
- Iron/ironing board
- Meal delivery service

### Location highlights

- In a rural location
- On the waterfront

### Things to do

- Arcade/game room
- Billiards/pool table
- Boat
- Foosball table
- Gym
- Heated pool
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Basketball nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife walks 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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock

### General

- Garden
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Unit size: 6,997 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Servies voorzien op max 24-tal gasten

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

## 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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 24

Note from host: servies voorzien op max 24-tal gasten 

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

Property Registration Number 404128

### We should mention

This property does not have elevators

## About the area

Located in Merelbeke, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Executive Club Private Golf Zwijnaarde and Rodeland Bicycle Trail 2 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bourgoyen-Ossemeersen Nature Reserve and Harry Malter Family Park. Traveling with kids? Consider The Cottage and Pretland Gent. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 

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### What's nearby

- The Cottage \- 4 min drive \- 3.3 km
- Rodeland Bicycle Trail 1 \- 4 min drive \- 3.3 km
- Ghelamco Arena \- 8 min drive \- 7.6 km
- Ghent University Hospital \- 8 min drive \- 9.8 km
- Flanders Expo \- 10 min drive \- 12.4 km

### Getting around

- Moortsele Station - 4 min drive

### Restaurants

- ‪In De Linde - ‬3 min drive
- ‪Salons Caipirinha - ‬3 min drive
- ‪Cultuurcafé Merelbeke - ‬4 min drive
- ‪Gök Pitta - ‬4 min drive
- ‪'t Ketske - ‬3 min drive

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## Unique & exclusive 'Villa Gentbos', Castle villa °1881 in green oasis in Ghent Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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### 10

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### 10

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## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Thijs D.

Sep 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heerlijk huis in een rustig dorp nabij Gent. Sfeervol, brandschoon en compleet. Hartelijke gastheer, fijne bedden, zonnig terras, mooie tuin en leuke tennisbaan. Extra plus: de gezellige kroeg in huis!

##### Thijs D.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025