Title: Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina Apartment in Nieuwpoort with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina ![Beach - Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina (Nieuwpoort)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112660000/112659600/112659572/2dbf22e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina (Nieuwpoort)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112660000/112659600/112659572/a7ace8e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina (Nieuwpoort)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112660000/112659600/112659572/3bd08c66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher - Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina (Nieuwpoort)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112660000/112659600/112659572/3e26651c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina (Nieuwpoort)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112660000/112659600/112659572/4b06c5dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina provides laundry facilities and more. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms754 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina Discover a modern, newly built apartment designed to offer comfort and style for up to four guests. Featuring two cozy bedrooms with 1.60m double beds and warm parquet flooring, this third-floor retreat ensures a serene, pet-free environment. Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi and digital TV, and enjoy the convenience of a washing machine and underground parking. The fully equipped open kitchen, complete with an induction hob, Nespresso machine, dishwasher, and combination microwave/oven, makes meal preparation a breeze. Relax on the spacious front terrace with garden furniture or soak up the sun on the rear sun terrace. Perfectly located, the apartment is just 5 km from Ter Hille Koksijde Golf Course, 20 km from Plopsaland theme park, and 5 km from Nieuwpoort Marina. Explore charming local cafés, restaurants, and shops nearby or take in the stunning coastal views. With De Panne Train Station 19 km away and Ostend Airport just 16 km, this is your ideal getaway for relaxation and adventure. For reasons of tranquillity, this holiday home will not be rented to groups of youngsters Reservations for groups of persons under 25 years of age are not permitted The situation with regard to traffic and parking differs from one town to the other. It might occur that only paid parking possibilities are available in the holiday home's surroundings It is strictly forbidden to organise any student party, bachelor party or drinking party in this house Layout: On the 3rd floor: (Living room(TV(digital), dining table, seating area), open kitchen(hob(induction), coffee machine(cups, filter), combination microwave, dishwasher, fridge(+ freezer)), Bedroom with bathroom(double bed(twin duvet, 160 x 200 cm), bathtub with shower, toilet), Bedroom with bathroom(double bed(twin duvet, 160 x 200 cm), shower, washbasin), toilet(toilet), storage(washing machine)) terrace, bicycle storage, parking, lift, high chair These costs are mandatory and charged on site. They are not included in the rental price.: Pets; Not allowed Bed linen; Bring your own Optional services that you can arrange on site: Bath towels; Bring your own ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Car not required ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Mountain biking 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as BE-8620-407 ## About the area ![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%7C51.14719%2C2.71657&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BBxFrH2W2yfd4U6ensN8HdWpEho=) Nieuwpoort #### What's nearby - Groenendijk Strand \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Middelkerke Beach \- 2 min drive \- 1.0 km - Ter Yde Nature Reserve \- 3 min drive \- 1.9 km - Aquafun \- 3 min drive \- 2.0 km - Plopsaland De Panne \- 20 min drive \- 23.0 km #### Getting around - Veurne Station - 19 min drive - Ostende (OST-Ostend-Bruges Intl.) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bistro Twins - ‬10 min walk - ‪Il Giardino - ‬2 min walk - ‪Tearoom Sandeshoved - ‬8 min walk - ‪Boothuis - ‬9 min walk - ‪Zilt - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina? ### What time is check-out at Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina? ### Where is Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Apartment in Nieuwpoort near Marina 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 11 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 28, 2025 #### Modern and spacious apartment with all necessary amenities, Great location near ... Modern and spacious apartment with all necessary amenities, Great location near Nieuwpoort Beach and local dining options This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 16, 2025 #### I appreciated the quiet environment of the apartment, It was well-furnished and ... I appreciated the quiet environment of the apartment, It was well-furnished and had everything we needed, The high-speed Wi-Fi was a bonus for my kids! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 16, 2025 #### This apartment is a whole vibe, Super cozy with those double beds and parquet fl ... This apartment is a whole vibe, Super cozy with those double beds and parquet floors, The terrace? Perfect for sunset pics, Plus, the location is on point—beach just a 3-min walk and cute cafes nearby, Digital TV and fast Wi-Fi for chill nights in, 10/10 recommend This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Feb 28, 2025 #### Sauber, gut gepflegt und günstig gelegen, Ci è piaciuto molto il parcheggio sott ... Sauber, gut gepflegt und günstig gelegen, Ci è piaciuto molto il parcheggio sotterraneo, che ha reso facile entrare e uscire This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 27, 2025 #### Een fantastische plek voor een gezinsuitje! De twee badkamers waren een redder i ... Een fantastische plek voor een gezinsuitje! De twee badkamers waren een redder in nood, en de digitale tv hield de kinderen bezig tijdens onze downtime This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Feb 26, 2025 #### La nostra famiglia ha trascorso un tempo adorabile qui, La grande terrazza era p ... La nostra famiglia ha trascorso un tempo adorabile qui, La grande terrazza era perfetta per il caffè del mattino e abbiamo apprezzato la riserva naturale vicina per un po' di divertimento all'aperto This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 25, 2025 #### Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt! Die Schlafzimmer waren geräumig und kom ... Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt! Die Schlafzimmer waren geräumig und komfortabel, und die Küche war gut ausgestattet für unsere Bedürfnisse, Die Lage ist perfekt für die Erkundung der nahegelegenen Attraktionen wie Plopsaland This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 24, 2025 #### Perfecto para relajarse y hacer turismo, El estacionamiento subterráneo hizo que ... Perfecto para relajarse y hacer turismo, El estacionamiento subterráneo hizo que fuera conveniente explorar las atracciones cercanas sin complicaciones This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Feb 23, 2025 #### Ideale per una fuga di coppia, con camere accoglienti e una cucina ben attrezzat ... Ideale per una fuga di coppia, con camere accoglienti e una cucina ben attrezzata, Facile accesso a Plopsaland e passeggiate panoramiche lungo la costa This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 23, 2025 #### Nous avons passé un séjour fantastique dans cet appartement à Nieuwpoort ! L'esp ... Nous avons passé un séjour fantastique dans cet appartement à Nieuwpoort ! L'espace était moderne et impeccablement propre, avec de belles parquets qui ajoutaient une touche chaleureuse, Nous avons particulièrement aimé la grande terrasse où nous avons apprécié notre café du matin, L'emplacement était parfait, à quelques pas de la plage de Nieuwpoort, et près de restaurants locaux comme 't Puntzakje, La cuisine était bien équipée, ce qui nous a permis de préparer des repas après une longue journée d'exploration, Je recommande vivement à quiconque cherchant une escapade confortable ! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 21, 2025 #### Insgesamt eine großartige Erfahrung, Die Wohnung war mit allem ausgestattet, was ... Insgesamt eine großartige Erfahrung, Die Wohnung war mit allem ausgestattet, was wir brauchten, und die Lage ermöglichte es uns, die schöne Küste leicht zu erkunden This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 21, 2025 #### Spazioso, moderno e centralmente situato! Vi siamo potuti recare a piedi alla sp ... Spazioso, moderno e centralmente situato! Vi siamo potuti recare a piedi alla spiaggia e esplorare i parchi vicini, Altamente raccomandato per chi visita Nieuwpoort This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Feb 21, 2025 #### We genoten van ons verblijf in dit appartement, De kamers waren super comfortabe ... We genoten van ons verblijf in dit appartement, De kamers waren super comfortabel, vooral de bedden! Ik waardeerde de opstelling van de keuken, maakte het gemakkelijk om maaltijden te koken, We genoten ook van de terras voor koffie in de ochtend, De locatie was geweldig, ook, op slechts een korte wandeling naar Nieuwpoort Beach, Over het algemeen, een geweldige waarde voor de prijs en zou het zeker aanbevelen This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 20, 2025 #### Perfekter Ort für eine Auszeit! Sauber, geräumig und hatte alles, was wir brauch ... Perfekter Ort für eine Auszeit! Sauber, geräumig und hatte alles, was wir brauchten, In der Nähe des Strandes und lokaler Cafés This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 18, 2025 #### L'appartement était très moderne et propre, avec beaucoup d'espace pour notre fa ... L'appartement était très moderne et propre, avec beaucoup d'espace pour notre famille de quatre personnes, La terrasse était un bel endroit pour se détendre, et nous avons apprécié la courte promenade jusqu'à la plage de Nieuwpoort This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Feb 18, 2025 #### De moderne voorzieningen van het appartement maakten ons verblijf zeer comfortab ... De moderne voorzieningen van het appartement maakten ons verblijf zeer comfortabel, we vonden vooral de combimagnetron/oven prettig voor snelle maaltijden na een lange dag uit This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Feb 12, 2025 #### La proximidad a los cafés y restaurantes locales fue genial, Nos encantó cenar e ... La proximidad a los cafés y restaurantes locales fue genial, Nos encantó cenar en 't Puntzakje justo al final de la calle, El apartamento en sí era acogedor y acogedor This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Feb 12, 2025 #### Komfortowy pobyt z pięknym tarasem do picia porannej kawy, Szybkie Wi-Fi było pl ... 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