Of the many tens of thousands of windmills that stood in the Netherlands some 100 years ago, just over 1,200 remain today. The windmills were used some 100 years ago for cutting wood, grinding grain and controlling water levels, among other things. The mills have since lost their function and are now mainly used to show tourists from home and abroad how mills used to work in the Netherlands. However, some of the remaining mills have been converted into unique places to spend the night. Sleeping in an old mill is really very special. The mills are often in beautiful places and the centuries-old wooden constructions make you immediately realize that the accommodation has a lot of history. At Vipio you can also book an overnight stay in a Mill. See below the most beautiful mills to stay at Vipio

1. Mill from 1590
This old mill has a rich history. The mill can be found in North Holland and is over 400 years old. The mill is in a beautiful spot on the water and from the seven windows you have a fantastic view all around. The mill can be booked for 2 to 4 people. The mill has a lot of character and the interior is perfectly adapted to it. From the mill it is only a half-hour drive to the coastal towns of Bergen aan Zee, Callantsoog and Egmond aan Zee. Upon request, you will be given a guided tour by the miller. View this accommodation

2. B&B in beautiful mill
Are you looking for a unique place to spend the night (romantic)? Then come sleep in this beautiful mill from 1851. The mill can be found in the village of Arkel in South Holland. From here you can plan many attractions and day trips. The mill was recently converted and houses a number of beautiful rooms. Each of the rooms in the mill is uniquely decorated. The old elements of the nearly 200-year-old mill can be recognized throughout. The rooms all have box springs and different pillows of your choice. The luxurious bathrooms are very modern. In this B&B, breakfast is optional. When booking your room you can add breakfast. Freshly baked bread, juices, various fillings and of course cheese from the polder. In this bed and breakfast all this is nicely taken care of in a breakfast basket. View this mill

3. Mill in the middle of nature
This cozy mill in Friesland is located in the middle of a nature reserve, yet also close to the cozy city of Leeuwarden. The 120-year-old mill has many authentic details that are surprisingly combined with modern colors and trendy furniture. From your bed you look through the unique glass ceiling to the wooden cogwheel, which can be illuminated at night. The mill is suitable as a holiday home for two people and has a living room, kitchen and bathroom in addition to a bedroom. The mill is located in an area where you can enjoy hiking and cycling, but also the center of Leeuwarden is only fifteen minutes away. In Leeuwarden you can do excellent shopping, grab a terrace, book a street art tour or take a cruise through the canals. View this mill

4. Mill with restaurant
This monumental corn mill dates back to 1855 and can be found in the small village of Onderdendam in Groningen. The historical character and nostalgic style of the mill can be seen in the attic where the living room and bedroom are located. From the mill you look out over the canal and a number of old and characteristic buildings. The village is located at a crossroads of roads and canals and therefore used to function as a center town. Thanks to the beautiful surroundings, the B&B is the ideal starting point for a beautiful walking and/or cycling tour. Within a stone's throw there is a network with various routes you can follow. Thus, the mill is close to the Pieterpad, but you can also experience many other activities. The mill is only 15 km from the city of Groningen. The Mill also houses a restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious dinner. View this accommodation

5. Mill on the Dutch coast
This completely renovated mill belongs without a doubt to 1 of the most special holiday homes on the Dutch coast. The mill is suitable for a (short) holiday for 4 persons and is located on a beautifully situated, small-scale recreation park in the dunes of Egmond aan Zee. Around the mill is a spacious terrace with a table, benches and a lounge set. Enjoy beautiful views of the dune landscape from this terrace. The holiday home is only 2 km from the beach and the sea, so it is easy to get there by bike or on foot. For daily shopping there is a supermarket, a bakery, a butcher and a fishmonger within walking distance. View this mill

6. Mill at historical location in North Brabant.
This mill is a national monument and has been renovated into a unique property while maintaining its original function and authentic details. The scaffold mill is located at the head of the harbor of the beautiful fortified town of Willemstad and overlooks the fortress, fields and the Hollands Diep. The mill was built in 1734 by order of the Prince of Orange and, together with the annex added in 1920 (former grain warehouse), has been restored into a luxurious residence in which all the original details have been preserved. The accommodation is suitable for 8 people and you will rent the entire mill to yourself. The accommodation has 4 bedrooms with handmade oak beds. View this mill

7. Old water mill
This water mill has lost its sails over the years but that doesn't make it any less characteristic. The mill was once built to keep the fields dry. Today, the polder mill is a B&B for up to 8 people. The water tower is completely detached and is completely rented for couples and families (with children). Around the high tower is a generous lawn with several terraces and plenty of private parking spaces. There are no other recreational homes in the vicinity. Near the mill is a recreational lake where you can swim in the summer. View this accommodation

8. White mill in Germany (1880)
Just across the border at 10 km from Nijmegen you will find this special B&B in the German border village of Kranenburg. In this beautiful white mill from 1880 grain was milled until 1940. After the war it was converted into a residential house and today the mill also houses a B&B with 2 rooms. In the immediate vicinity of the mill you can enjoy walking or cycling. Several popular cycling routes are in the immediate vicinity and the village of Kranenburg is surrounded by nature reserves. View this mill

We hope you have found above a mill where you would really like to spend the night. Through Vipio you can book directly. However, don't wait too long because the mills are very popular and before you know it someone else has already booked. Are you looking for something else? Check the overview of all special accommodations on Vipio.

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