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The Forest

The most romantic spot in Belgium? It’s The Forest! That’s what one of Belgium's most famous lifestyle magazines says anyway, and countless couples couldn't agree more. Just picture it now – an enchanted hut in the middle of the forest on the edge of a mysterious lake, a candlelit bath overlooking the trees, and waking up to the lilting magic of birdsong. A breakfast basket can even be arranged.

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't Koetshuis

Driving through the swinging iron gates and into the courtyard, 't Koetshuis seems like a castle when you arrive. And it is, a bit... Count d'Oultremont-de Duras built his home around 1895. When he did, he had a house built for his horses and carriages as well. Today, the coach house (koetshuis) serves as a cosy 5-person holiday home. For kids, the surroundings are a treasure trove of discovery, from Het Vinne Provincial Domain with its playground and corduroy paths, to walking and cycling routes galore, tours of a fruit farm and, naturally, the coach house's very own huge enclosed garden.

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B&B De Hanewijkhoeve

You’re guaranteed to feel instantly at home in this charming, renovated farmhouse, De Hanewijkhoeve B&B. After a good night’s sleep in one of the three cosy guest rooms – each with its own luxurious bathroom – you can wake up to a delicious breakfast. The winding Dyle River is just a stone's throw away. It’s the perfect invitation for a waterside bike ride. When you get back, relax with a beer from the honesty bar. Unwind under the hanging branches of the garden's weeping willow or cosy up next to the woodstove.

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B&B Park 7

Enjoy pure luxury in one of the seven stylish rooms of this 17th-century paper mill, located in the Limburg Stirum Count’s private family castle park. It features a delicious organic breakfast and wellness area.

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The Kwabeek Mill House

The blaze of a wood hearth fire bathes the clean, contemporary interior of the mill house on the Kwabeek castle grounds in cosy warmth. The handsome interior design's huge windows welcome nature into the living room – the alder forest, ducks, a scampering squirrel or maybe even a curious heron. Once upon a time, the castle's miller lived here, on the banks of the Velpe. It’s a marvellous place to stay.

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Station Racour

These railway cars were only decommissioned at the end of the 1990s. Today, they've been converted into light, contemporary holiday homes. Instead of the musty smell of the past and worn out bench seats, Station Racour offers space, luxury and comfort for up to six people. You can even sleep in the former railway maintenance worker's bungalow. It's been tastefully converted into a loft with room for five guests. The old railway line is now a perfectly safe cycling path, and guests are free to use the children’s bikes and a tandem bicycle. Kids can let loose and run wild through the huge landscape garden (1.3 ha), flanked on all sides by fields.

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B&B Inblauw

This exclusive suite comes complete with a private sauna, a grand indoor swimming pool, and a lovely sun terrace. Welcome to total relaxation on the outskirts of Leuven.

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Brokantie

Beautifully restored furniture from days gone by and antique touches give Brokantie – a wooden holiday house in the quiet Pajotteland countryside – a romantic feel. Does any of the furniture strike your fancy? It’s all for sale! Unwind in the Finnish private sauna, and when you're done, enjoy a barbecue on the sun terrace with views of the Zeppos Mill and the meadows. Want to get a better feel for the region? Hop on the scooter and start discovering!

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Warandehof Holiday Home

Welcome to real living – on the farm. The 19th-century Warandehof square farmhouse, slightly west of Brussels, still has an active farm. The kids can help farmer Patrick take care of the animals or go on a pony ride. Have fun splashing in the pool when summer hits. The holiday home has three bedrooms, with enough space for ten people. One bedroom is disabled-accessible. The Warandehof also has a farm hotel with seven hotel rooms.

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B&B Michel

This villa is brimming with character and is nestled between the trees of the old castle grounds. Take a dip in the swimming pool or relax in the beautiful garden or infrared sauna.

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