Two cyclists on the drive in front of the castle
Calm, comfort & culture

Discover the estate

Dining, walking, celebrating and sleeping around a seventeenth-century castle on the edge of Leiden.

High tea with cake stands in the salon with its marble fireplace
Restaurant Het Koetshuis

Dining in the historic coach house

Seasonal dishes served in the listed halls of the coach house, or on the terrace looking out over the park. From a long dinner to a light lunch, you are welcome at any hour of the day.

From the guest book

What guests say about the estate

Stay
“A quiet, beautiful setting just outside Leiden - the park and the castle on the water make it special.”
Marlies de Groot July 2026
Stay
“Comfortable room, excellent breakfast buffet and remarkably friendly staff. We will certainly be back.”
Joost Verkerk June 2026
Celebrate
“Every year we celebrate our anniversary here with dinner in the restaurant. The hospitality and service are excellent.”
Sanne & Tim May 2026
Business
“An ideal place for a day of meetings: well looked after, everything arranged, and the woods right there in between.”
Ellen Bakker April 2026
Restaurant
“The kitchen is excellent and the presentation is spot on. We had a wonderful evening.”
Fleur Jansen March 2026
Stay
“The estate is beautifully kept - wonderful walking and cycling around the castle.”
Peter van Dijk February 2026
Bride and groom in front of the castle at an outdoor ceremony
About the estate

Every avenue has a story

Open to all, every day: spring woodland flowers, veteran trees and the moat around the castle. In 1724 Herman Boerhaave planted his botanical garden here - every spring his bulbs come back.