Bissems Hofstede

Why not lack of space and plenty of nature? This farmhouse comes with over sixty hectares of land, and the guest accommodations are equally spacious. There are two. Both located in the historic car shed along the dike. Not a single piece was left untouched during the restoration of the monumental barn. An established result to be proud of. The ancient trusses and walls provide cosiness, the modern furnishings, kitchen and bathroom offer all the comfort that makes you happy.

The apartments are spacious enough for two to four people. From the bedrooms on the top floor you have a splendid view over the IJssel or, as a matter of fact, one of the most beautiful river landscapes in the Netherlands. There is a living room with sitting area, well-equipped kitchen, spacious loft with double bed, bathroom with toilet, sink, rain shower, hairdryer, towels and each guesthouse has its own entrance. An extra bedroom with two beds awaits for a third and fourth person.

A breakfast basket including freshly squeezed orange juice, fresh fruit, yogurt, cheese, sweet spreads, cold cuts, eggs and various sandwiches can be delivered to the guesthouse upon request.

Surroundings

You are right on the IJsseldijk in the hamlet of Marle and from your holiday home you can walk or cycle into the beautiful river landscape. You can also see the Veluwezoom from the farm, so that extensive forests and vast moors are here for the taking. You can also transfer the local ferry to the other side of the IJssel for a discovery tour of estates in the Salland region. The picturesque Hanseatic cities of Hattem, Zwolle, Kampen and Deventer are nearby. For example, a visit to the museum of the famous IJssel painter Voerman in Hattem is worthwhile. As well as a city walk through the historic city center of Kampen or a visit to Deventer.

History

The history of the Bissems Hofstede dates back to the seventeenth century. The company was created as a spin-off from an adjacent medieval monastery farm. The farm name refers to the Middle Dutch word bissen, which indicates the restless running of cattle. A real farm biography has been published about the Bissems Hofstede, with all kinds of stories and anecdotes about farm life in the IJssel region of the past century. You can browse through it at your leisure. Today, the homestead is a national monument and the property of Gert-Karel Bruggert and Annet Schrijver who also run their livestock farm here.