House boat
"Vertrouwen" The 111 year old Dutch Barge.
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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Parking available
- Fireplace
Explore the area
Chievres, Walloon Region
- Château de BelœilPlace, Château de Belœil11 min drive
- Église St-JulienPlace, Église St-Julien13 min drive
- Paira DaizaPlace, Paira Daiza21 min drive
- Lille (LIL-Lesquin)Airport, Lille (LIL-Lesquin)57 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Number of living rooms
About this property
"Vertrouwen" The 111 year old Dutch Barge.
"Vertrouwen", moored on the Blaton/Ath canal, close to the beautiful Chateau Beloiel, only 15 minutes to the famous zoo, Pairi Daiza. The fabulous Pays des Collines is 30 minutes and the historic city of Mons 30 minutes. This beautiful old Barge is comfortable and spacious, featuring a saloon/dining, large kitchen, seating/dining on deck, and comfortable bedrooms. Usual facilities with shower and washing machine. Not suited disabled. No freezer. Dog allergy potential. A work in progress. My name is Andrew and I look forward to welcoming you to my 111 year old Dutch barge. I rebuilt "Vertrouwen" around 12 years ago and have been refurbishing ever since. The ship has been my art studio and my artworks of various kinds are on display. It's a quirky space, clean and tidy and of quite generous proportions internally. There's everything you need to enjoy your stay with comfortable bedrooms, studio/workspace available...a large kitchen which has everything needed for the creation of all your meals. You will find that the "Vertrouwen is a ship that is ready to navigate the canals of Europe so please bare in mind that the equipment and controls necessary for this are present. Please also be aware that a ship of this kind is entirely different in many ways to a house and care and attention must be paid for your safety. This is especially so for children. Guests are welcome to use the upper deck and wheelhouse, all the below deck rooms, but not the engine room at the rear of the ship nor the foc'sle at the front of the ship. Please note that the mooring is around 100 m from the parking area. There is a luggage trolley provided. I will try to be available for your arrival and I will try to be available by telephone at all times. If there is an urgent matter requiring assistance to do with the functioning of the ship's services I will provide the number of a local contact who may be able to assist. There will be a book on board listing all the services on board ship, how they work..!! This book will also contain all the different local sites you may find interesting to visit and other information in several languages. Parking is available for two vehicles just off the road "Grande Dreve". Other parking is possible close by. The ship is moored around 100m from the parking area. There is a luggage trolley available at the ship. I regret the ship is not suited to wheelchair uses or those who may be more than moderately disabled. Care must be taken on board ship, as the decks are not level, are narrow in places and especially ***care must be taken if you imbibe alcohol.*** Safety equipment is available, life vests, ropes, first aid, fire extinguishers, alarms etc. Recreational drugs are not permitted. No loud parties permitted. It is not permitted to swim in the Belgian canals. Please do not attempt to launch the 4m boat from the deck under any circumstances. No naked flame torches, candles or flame devices (other than the cooker) permitted below deck. The barbeque and the firepit should only be used on dry land. (No firewood or charcoal is provided.)
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2677029a
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Chievres
Chievres is home to this houseboat. Château de Belœil and Archeosite and Museum of Aubechies are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mont Garni Golf Club and Brasserie à Vapeur. Paira Daiza and Centre Culturel Jean Degouys are also worth visiting.
Chievres, Walloon Region
What's nearby
- Château de Belœil - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
- Église St-Julien - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
- Tour de Burban - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
- Archeological Area - 14 min drive - 11.1 km
- Paira Daiza - 21 min drive - 12.8 km
Getting around
- Mévergnies-Attre Station - 9 min drive
- Lille (LIL-Lesquin) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
- TotalEnergies - 9 min drive
- La Tannerie - 11 min drive
- Asia City - 10 min drive
- Le Vieux Beloeil - 6 min drive
- Taverne Saint-Géry - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is "Vertrouwen" The 111 year old Dutch Barge. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at "Vertrouwen" The 111 year old Dutch Barge.?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Vertrouwen" The 111 year old Dutch Barge. on 27 June 2026 start from AU$186, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at "Vertrouwen" The 111 year old Dutch Barge.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at "Vertrouwen" The 111 year old Dutch Barge.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Vertrouwen" The 111 year old Dutch Barge.?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is "Vertrouwen" The 111 year old Dutch Barge. located?
Situated in Chievres, this houseboat is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Château de Belœil and within 6 miles (10 km) of Église St-Julien and Archeological Area. Paira Daiza and Archeosite and Museum of Aubechies are also within 9 miles (15 km).
About the host
Hosted by William Broughton-Tompkins
Languages:
English, French, German, Spanish
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