Zintuinen is a self-picking farm with holiday apartments located in Esbeek, Netherlands. The farm features a garden designed to stimulate all the senses, filled with various flavors such as Dogwood Cherry, Autumn Olive, and Chocolate Berry. Visitors might hear birds, bumblebees, grasshoppers, and crickets providing a natural orchestra.
Guests can relax on the terrace or in the Garden Café, which serves coffee, tea, homemade sweets, wine, beer, soup, and sandwiches made with ingredients from the garden. Overnight stays are available in two holiday apartments, Zonsondergang (Sunset) and Maneschijn (Moonshine). Guests can pick flowers in the picking garden, gather raspberries for breakfast, and enjoy a drink by the fire pit.
The farm also has a shop selling repurposed home and garden decorations, handmade products, and houseplant cuttings. A library houses a collection of gardening books and search cards for identifying butterflies, bumblebees, wild bees, and birds.
What visitors say
Zintuinen is a highly recommended bed and breakfast that provides a haven of peace and tranquility. Guests consistently praise the friendly and welcoming hosts, Geert and Anneke, who go above and beyond to ensure a comfortable and memorable stay. The apartments, such as “Maneschijn” and “Zonsondergang,” are described as clean, spacious, well-equipped, and beautifully decorated, often featuring private terraces or lounge areas with garden views.
The accommodations are surrounded by a beautiful and romantic garden, which serves as an oasis of tranquility and provides guests with the opportunity to reconnect with nature. Visitors enjoy the abundance of flowers, plants, and the presence of happy, free-roaming animals, including pigs and chickens.
Many reviewers highlight the delicious and generous breakfast, featuring fresh eggs from the property’s own chickens, homemade jams, and bread from a local baker. The circular and sustainable approach of the B&B is also appreciated. Additionally, Zintuinen is conveniently located near attractions like the Beekse Bergen. Overall, guests describe Zintuinen as a true paradise and express their intention to return. The location is also suitable for celebrations. Some visitors have taken a workshop, or just enjoyed lunch or a cup of coffee in the beautiful garden.