Squirrel Cottage – Holiday Home in Belgium’s Hoge Kempen near Maastricht
Welcome to Squirrel Cottage, a cosy and fully equipped holiday home located in the heart of Belgium’s Hoge Kempen National Park, close to Maastricht, Genk, Rekem and Lanaken. This family-friendly vacation rental is set in a quiet location at the back of Sonnevijver Holiday Park, offering full privacy, a beautifully illuminated garden, modern amenities such as air conditioning and an EV charging station.
Whether you are looking for nature, culture or relaxation, Squirrel Cottage combines it all for an unforgettable stay in Belgian Limburg.
Your stay: comfortable and complete
Squirrel Cottage offers everything you need for a carefree holiday near Maastricht.
2 bedrooms – suitable for up to 4 guests
1 bathroom – modern and practical
Air conditioning – for a comfortable climate year-round
Spacious living room – with a cosy seating area and smart TV
Fully equipped kitchen – ideal for cooking your own meals
Outside, you will find a large private garden with atmospheric lighting. Guests can enjoy a dining table, spacious picnic table and large lounge sofas – perfect for long summer evenings. In the morning, you’ll wake up to birdsong and playful squirrels running along the fence and flat roof – a unique experience that gave the cottage its name.
Entertainment and modern amenities
After a day exploring the Hoge Kempen, relax with full entertainment options. The smart TV gives access to:
Netflix
Disney+
Sky
HBO Max
Amazon Prime Video
NLZIET with 38 live TV channels (including NPO, RTL and SBS)
Other key features include:
Two private on-site parking spaces
EV charging point for electric cars
The surroundings: Hoge Kempen National Park and beyond
Squirrel Cottage lies in one of Europe’s most beautiful natural regions: Hoge Kempen National Park, with more than 440 km of hiking and cycling trails through forests, heathland and lakes.
Walking & cycling: start directly from the holiday park
Historic Rekem: officially one of Flanders’ most beautiful villages
Maastricht: only 15 minutes away – culture, shopping, terraces and fine dining
Lanaken & Genk: lively towns with shops, parks and museums
Maasmechelen Village: designer outlet shopping nearby
Here you can easily combine nature, culture, shopping and relaxation.
Facilities nearby
Even though the cottage is surrounded by nature, all amenities are close at hand:
Supermarkets: Albert Heijn, Jumbo and Aldi within walking distance
Restaurants and cafés: from casual brasseries to fine dining
Family activities: swimming, canoeing, amusement parks and museums in the area
Who is Squirrel Cottage perfect for?
Nature lovers – walking, cycling and outdoor adventures in the Hoge Kempen
Families – safe, child-friendly setting with a spacious garden
Culture enthusiasts – close to Maastricht, Genk and Hasselt
Active travellers – hiking, cycling, water sports and shopping
Atmosphere and experience
A stay at Squirrel Cottage means escaping the hustle and bustle and enjoying nature in Belgian Limburg.
Start your day with coffee in the garden while squirrels dart across the fence and roof. Spend the day hiking through the Hoge Kempen, cycling past heathlands, or shopping in Maastricht or Maasmechelen Village.
In the evening, return to your private holiday home. Dine outdoors at the garden table or picnic bench, relax on the lounge sofas under the warm garden lights, or settle inside for a movie night with Netflix.
This cottage is more than just a place to stay – it’s a place to create lasting memories.
Practical information
Location: Heidestraat, Rekem (Lanaken), Belgian Limburg – near Maastricht, Genk and Lanaken
Type: Cosy holiday cottage / nature house
Capacity: up to 4 guests
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Amenities: air conditioning, WiFi, smart TV with Netflix, Disney+, Sky, HBO Max, Prime Video, NLZIET (38 channels)
Garden: spacious, illuminated, with dining table, picnic table and lounge sofas
Parking: 2 private spaces on-site
EV charging point: available for electric vehicles
Surroundings: hiking, cycling, culture, shopping and family activities
Your holiday in Belgian Limburg
Squirrel Cottage combines peace, nature, comfort and accessibility. Whether you come for hiking in Hoge Kempen National Park, culture in Maastricht, shopping in Maasmechelen Village, or simply relaxing in the beautifully lit private garden, this holiday home offers it all.
A stay at Squirrel Cottage guarantees an unforgettable holiday in Belgian Limburg.
