DREAMING AMONG THE TREES

At Van der Valk Hotel Gilze-Tilburg, you can spend the night among the treetops, thanks to the opening of five luxury Treehouse Suites in August.

TEXT: EVA VAN MEIJL
PHOTOGRAPHY: NOPOINT STUDIO’S,
STYLING: MARTINE REURINGS

'THE TREEHOUSES WERE ALREADY BOOKED BEFORE THE DOORS OPENED'

Hotel Gilze-Tilburg already had a wide choice of different types of rooms and suites. Those who want to stay extra special can now also choose one of the five beautiful Treehouse Suites. The unique location in the greenery, by a lake in the Klein Zwitserland nature reserve, has made Hotel Gilze-Tilburg a distinctive accommodation for over fifty years. The hotel offers three restaurants and an enormous number of facilities, which is why it is also called a resort hotel. With an exclusive outdoor wellness, paddle courts, bowling alleys, a private cinema, and a casino, there is plenty to experience here.

A LONG-CHERISHED DREAM

Hotel director Nick van der Valk had been walking around with the plan to realize luxury treehouses by the water for years. It took a while before the permit was approved, but then this idea gradually became a reality. With the right parties who custom-designed the Treehouse Suites, something truly unique stands on a hill by the lake, meters high on stilts. The suites combine the comfort of a luxury hotel suite with the space and freedom of a lodge. They have two floors and can accommodate two to four people. There's a spacious master bedroom with a king-size bed, and some have a second, cozier bedroom with a queen-size bed. The bathroom has a hydro-massage shower and Sunshower, and the cozy living area contains a fireplace. The Treehouse Suites are also equipped with an audio system, refrigerator, and a heated balcony with a hot tub.

A LOT OF PRIVACY

The stylish interior uses high-quality materials with plenty of oak, creating a warm atmosphere. As a guest of these Treehouse Suites, you have exclusive access to a special high, long walkway from the hotel to reach the entrance. Hidden among the trees, you'll enjoy plenty of privacy, yet you can still make use of all the hotel's facilities. Breakfast can be had in the restaurant or you may choose to start the day peacefully on your own balcony, all the while enjoying the magnificent view. Before opening, the Treehouse Suites were already heavily booked by an impressive number of guests from beyond the country's borders. These suites are so fantastic, you'd be willing to travel a bit further to enjoy them. Families with children come here for an unforgettable weekend getaway, guests wanting to surprise their loved one with a special stay, and couples celebrating their wedding anniversary. Reservations can be made from one to several nights; during weekends and holidays, a minimum stay of two nights may apply. In a Treehouse Suite, you surely want to enjoy as long as possible!