Title: Water Villa in Balk with Private Jetty - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Water Villa in Balk with Private Jetty Vacation home in Balk with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101590000/101585700/101585682/1771f0be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101590000/101585700/101585682/22c35855.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101590000/101585700/101585682/d1b9bb01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101590000/101585700/101585682/d93f2b90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101590000/101585700/101585682/a0813d1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this luxurious detached water villa with its own jetty in the Frisian Lakes area. The spacious living room has a comfortable sitting area, Smart TV, and a dining table. With an open kitchen equipped with luxury equipment and four bedrooms including two en-suite bathrooms, this is ideal for families. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Water Villa in Balk with Private Jetty Step into comfort at this beautifully designed water villa in Balk, ideal for 6 adults and 2 children. Set within a quiet, small-scale villa park with direct access to the Slotermeer, this home comes with its own private jetty—perfect for boating enthusiasts. Inside, you’ll find a bright open-concept living room with cozy seating, a Smart TV, and a spacious dining area. The modern kitchen is fully equipped, while the ground-floor en-suite bedroom offers comfort and privacy. Upstairs, three stylish bedrooms and two bathrooms ensure a restful stay for everyone. Nestled in the heart of Friesland’s lake district, the villa is a gateway to both relaxation and exploration. The historic village of Balk, just minutes away, is set along the scenic Luts River—part of the famous Eleven Cities Route. Enjoy a peaceful stroll along the canal, browse local shops, or sip coffee on a waterside terrace. Nearby, discover the fairytale beauty of Sloten or immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Hindeloopen. From sailing schools to cycling paths and UNESCO treasures, this region is packed with adventure and charm. When it’s time to eat, you're spoiled for choice. Savor lakefront dining at Badmeester Keimpe, just 2 km away, with sweeping views over the Slotermeer. Or wander into Balk and enjoy the welcoming ambiance of Hotel Restaurant Teernstra by the river. Whether you’re planning a family getaway or a relaxing escape with friends, this villa delivers an unforgettable experience—without the pets. The interior of the accommodation can differ slightly from the pictures. However, the level of comfort is as described Expenses related to charging an electric or hybrid car (when possible) are always charged according to use and separately For reasons of tranquillity, this holiday home will not be rented to groups of youngsters Reservations for groups of persons under 27 years of age are not permitted It is strictly forbidden to organise any student party, bachelor party or drinking party in this house This holiday home is available for recreational purposes only. Bookings on behalf of companies will be cancelled and possible cancellation costs will be charged Layout: Ground floor: (hallway, open kitchen(hob(induction), electric kettle, toaster, coffee machine(cups), oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer), Living/diningroom(TV(smart TV), seating area), Bedroom with bathroom(double bed(boxspring), shower(walk-in shower), washbasin), toilet(washbasin, toilet)) On the 1st floor: (bedroom(single bed(80 x 200 cm), single loft bed(80 x 200 cm)), bedroom(double bed(boxspring), TV(smart TV)), Bedroom with bathroom(double bed(boxspring), TV(smart TV), shower(walk-in shower), washbasin), bathroom(shower(walk-in shower), washbasin), toilet(washbasin, toilet), Landing) jetty, tumble dryer, shower(outside), washing machine, heating(floor heating), terrace, garden, garden furniture These costs are mandatory and charged on site. They are not included in the rental price.: Pets; Not allowed Optional services that you can arrange on site: Bath towels; Present Wifi; Free Cot; € 7,50/stay High chair; € 7,50/stay ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 1,615 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112930000/112926600/112926516/b67f13b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Water Villa in Balk with Private Jetty Balk - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=112926516&PinnedHotelID=112926516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101590000/101585700/101585684/5e263fef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Water Villa in Balk by Slotermeer Lake Balk - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=101585684&PinnedHotelID=101585684&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 27 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 is also known as NL-8561-11 ## 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%7C52.90466%2C5.59821&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RyJr3kcsrYYh0snL0DMU4F13ZDo=) Balk #### What's nearby - Gaasterland Golfclub - 11 min drive - 10.1 km - IJsselmeer - 11 min drive - 12.4 km - D.F. Wouda Steam Pumping Station - 14 min drive - 12.9 km - St. Nicolaasga Golf - 19 min drive - 15.6 km - Waterpoort - 25 min drive - 22.7 km #### Getting around - Hindeloopen Station - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lunchroom Heegerhoek - ‬23 min drive - ‪Bar Dancing D'ald Wal - ‬24 min drive - ‪HCR Teernstra - ‬5 min drive - ‪De Mallemok - ‬9 min drive - ‪De Watersport - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Water Villa in Balk with Private Jetty pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Water Villa in Balk with Private Jetty? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Water Villa in Balk with Private Jetty? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Water Villa in Balk with Private Jetty located? > Situated in Balk, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of D.F. Wouda Steam Pumping Station, IJsselmeer, and St. Nicolaasga Golf. De Heidepleats is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Water Villa in Balk with Private Jetty Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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 6 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Feb 5, 2025 #### This water villa is a whole vibe, Spacious living room with a Smart TV perfect f ... This water villa is a whole vibe, Spacious living room with a Smart TV perfect for movie nights, The kitchen? Chef’s kiss! Cooked up some meals and felt like a pro, Plus, the terrace on the water is just \*chef's kiss\*, Perfect for those Insta pics This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Jan 16, 2025 #### Ren och rymlig boende med härlig utomhusplats, Trädgården var en perfekt plats f ... Ren och rymlig boende med härlig utomhusplats, Trädgården var en perfekt plats för kvällsavkoppling efter en dag med utforskande av Frisian Lakes området, Den närliggande Jachthaven Lutsmond marinan var också en härlig plats att besöka This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Dec 13, 2024 #### Villan var välutrustad med allt vi behövde för en bekväm semester, Det öppna kök ... Villan var välutrustad med allt vi behövde för en bekväm semester, Det öppna köket var perfekt för familjemåltider, och vardagsrummet var mysigt, Läge nära Balks historiska centrum gjorde det lätt att njuta av lokala butiker och restauranger This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Nov 4, 2024 #### La villa era bastante agradable, pero desearía que hubiera más opciones para cen ... La villa era bastante agradable, pero desearía que hubiera más opciones para cenar a poca distancia, Dicho esto, la ubicación era pacífica y las vistas eran hermosas, Los niños se divirtieron mucho en el parque infantil cercano This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Aug 30, 2024 #### ¡Me encantó el diseño! Hay mucho espacio para todos, El área de estar al aire li ... ¡Me encantó el diseño! Hay mucho espacio para todos, El área de estar al aire libre es tan acogedora, Además, el WiFi era sólido, lo que es imprescindible para los creadores de contenido, También cerca de cafeterías encantadoras, En general, ¡un paraíso tranquilo! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Dec 8, 2023 #### Mycket rymlig och välutrustad, Boendeytan var inbjudande, och bekvämligheterna s ... Mycket rymlig och välutrustad, Boendeytan var inbjudande, och bekvämligheterna som tvättmaskin och diskmaskin var superhjälpsamma för vår familjevistelse, De närliggande attraktionerna höll oss sysselsatta under vårt besök This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Oct 23, 2023 #### Oszałamiająca willa wodna z pięknymi widokami, Idealnie wyposażona dla rodzin z ... Oszałamiająca willa wodna z pięknymi widokami, Idealnie wyposażona dla rodzin z dużą przestrzenią This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Oct 22, 2023 #### Simplemente me encantó quedarme en la villa acuática, Era súper cómoda y tenía t ... Simplemente me encantó quedarme en la villa acuática, Era súper cómoda y tenía todo lo que necesitábamos, A los niños les encantó el parque acuático cercano y disfrutamos explorando el pintoresco pueblo de Balk, La única desventaja fue que el WiFi era un poco lento, pero nos las arreglamos This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Oct 15, 2023 #### Una meravigliosa fuga! Abbiamo adorato l'interno accogliente e l'atmosfera rilas ... Una meravigliosa fuga! Abbiamo adorato l'interno accogliente e l'atmosfera rilassante, La villa era completamente attrezzata e la posizione era perfetta per esplorare i villaggi vicini, Altamente raccomandato per le famiglie! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Sep 3, 2023 #### Este lugar es una joya, Sala de estar espaciosa, vistas fantásticas y aprecié la ... Este lugar es una joya, Sala de estar espaciosa, vistas fantásticas y aprecié la limpieza, Alquilamos un bote y nos divertimos molto sullo Slotermeer, Tornerei qui in un batter d'occhio! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good May 21, 2023 #### Utmärkt vistelse! Det moderna köket och rymliga vardagsrummen gjorde vår semeste ... Utmärkt vistelse! Det moderna köket och rymliga vardagsrummen gjorde vår semester njutbar, Nära till charmiga byar och cykelvägar—ett perfekt tillflyktsort! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good May 8, 2023 #### ¡Gran villa! Muy bien equipada con una bonita cocina, Los baños en suite fueron ... ¡Gran villa! Muy bien equipada con una bonita cocina, Los baños en suite fueron un gran plus para nuestro grupo, Lo único que diría es que podría tener un poco más de iluminación por la noche, En general, ¡una escapada encantadora! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Mar 19, 2023 #### Fantastisk plats! Ren och rymlig, perfekt för vår familj, Utomhusplatsen vid vat ... Fantastisk plats! Ren och rymlig, perfekt för vår familj, Utomhusplatsen vid vattnet var en höjdpunkt This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Jan 24, 2023 #### Co za niesamowity pobyt! Willa wodna była pięknie zaprojektowana i niezwykle prz ... Co za niesamowity pobyt! Willa wodna była pięknie zaprojektowana i niezwykle przestronna, Moja rodzina licząca sześć osób miała więcej niż wystarczająco miejsca do relaksu, a widoki z tarasu były po prostu oszałamiające, Wynajęliśmy nawet łódź i spędziliśmy dzień eksplorując Slotermeer—zdecydowanie jeden z najważniejszych punktów! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Dec 19, 2022 #### Denna villa överträffade våra förväntningar! Layouten var perfekt för vår grupp, ... Denna villa överträffade våra förväntningar! 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