Sleep in the only jail on the IJsselmeer where the inmates have the keys to the cells. Built in 1954, the former police headquarters in Makkum has been completely renovated to appeal to more selective guests. With its unique location on the dike, this home offers breathtaking view of the IJsselmeer, the port and Makkum?s lock system. De Baaies is located on the harbor and only a few steps away from the center of Makkum, a cozy town throughout the year with bustling activities organized during the summer. This port town in the province of Friesland is home to approximately 3,600 residents, Makkum is very popular with water sports enthusiasts from spring time through autumn. Baaies holiday apartments The former police station has been remodeled to provide a variety of accomodations including the chief of police residence, two jail cells, and chief of police?s office The renovated buildings offer a variety of accomodations to choose from: ? The police chief?s house accomodates six to eight guests ? The police chief?s office features a kitchenette and a single jail cell with sleep arrangements for two to three guests ? The remaining jail cell, still in its original design, can be rented separately. ? For more information, check out the website at: www.baaies.nl.
