Holiday home Uitgeest on the water

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Enjoy a carefree holiday by the water – Jachthaven Uitgeest!

The comfortable water lodges, houseboats, and floating holiday homes at the beautiful Uitgeestermeer are the perfect choice for anyone looking for a relaxing, well-maintained getaway in the Netherlands. With its peaceful setting, natural surroundings and central location near Amsterdam, Jachthaven Uitgeest is ideal for a holiday on and by the water.

The area offers scenic cycling and walking routes, wide sandy beaches, charming towns, and plenty of cultural and historical sights. Within just 20 minutes by car, you can reach Haarlem or Alkmaar, both known for their cosy streets, boutique shopping and authentic Dutch atmosphere. The beaches of Wijk aan Zee and Castricum aan Zee, with inviting beach bars and wide coastlines, are also only about 20 minutes away.

For city lovers: Amsterdam is just 25–30 minutes away, making it perfect for a day of museums, canal tours, shopping and vibrant city life — before returning to the peace and quiet of the water.

At Jachthaven Uitgeest, you'll find several restaurants with sunny terraces right at the marina. You can also rent bikes, boats and sloops, giving you the perfect opportunity to explore the lake and its natural surroundings at your own pace.

Jachthaven Uitgeest is the ideal base for guests who love exploring — or simply want to relax and unwind on and by the water.

What to do in Uitgeest?

Jachthaven Uitgeest is located directly on the Uitgeestermeer and is part of Watersportcentrum Uitgeest. The green, peaceful lakeside surroundings make it an ideal destination for anyone looking to relax and unwind. But you certainly won’t be bored here — the region offers plenty of cultural, historical and outdoor activities. Thanks to the convenient location near the A9 motorway, you can easily reach the beaches and the charming cities of Haarlem, Alkmaar, and Amsterdam.

From Jachthaven Uitgeest you can:

Visit the charming village centre of Uitgeest
Take a refreshing swim at Openluchtzwembad De Zien
Explore one of the 42 forts of the Defence Line of Amsterdam
Cycle to the nearby North Sea beaches
Sail, paddle, canoe or rent a boat on the Uitgeestermeer
Discover local archaeology at the Huis van Hilde museum
Visit the windmills of Uitgeest and Akersloot
Combine your stay with a day trip to Amsterdam
… and much more!

Jachthaven Uitgeest is the perfect base for a diverse holiday in North Holland — nature, water activities, beaches and vibrant cities all within easy reach.

Furnishing Houseboats and Safare tent Heeg

The luxury houseboats in Uitgeest are modern in design and fully equipped, making them ideal for a week-long getaway or a relaxing weekend by the water. Each houseboat accommodates 4 guests, and there is also a spacious lodge for 6 guests, perfect for families or groups looking to enjoy the Uitgeestermeer and its green surroundings.

From your houseboat, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the marina, where the peaceful atmosphere of the water blends with the lively movement of passing boats. The combination of luxurious accommodation, a unique waterfront location and the many activities available in the area makes this a perfect holiday destination in North Holland.