Location
De Laape is a former farm in Warten, near Leeuwarden. De Laape was once a proud dairy farm. Later the focus shifted to sheep and chickens. The current buildings are in the contours of the old chicken coops. Both buildings have a partial meeting room in a greenhouse and partial sleeping quarters. De Laape offers a total of 18 comfortable single bedrooms. All have a private bathroom.
Sustainable
The entirety is equipped to use the maximun of sustainable facilities. The buildings are heated with heat pumps and the cooking is also electric. A thick layer of vegetation keeps the bedrooms warm in winter and cool in summer. Energy is generated with solar panels and the rainwater is used to flush the toilets.
Doing things outdoors
Many provisions have been made in the spacious outdoor area for interaction with each other and nature. Next to the spacious parking lot is a large field for activities. Weather permitting, an outdoor fireplace can be used for preparing the meal and for a good conversation around the campfire. A walking path around the site leads past reed beds and vistas. The deck around the buildings offers places to sit for a meal, drink or conversation. Various structures have been erected on the site to provide a breeding/shelter/feeding place for bees, insects, amphibians and birds. The orchard provides an abundance of cherries, apples and pears. Our gardener will be happy to show you around.
