Spacious Farmhouse with Charming Mini Camping Site and Private Forest

Located in the village of Paasloo in the province of Overijssel, this property presents a unique combination of residential living and business opportunity. Situated in the Kop van Overijssel region, the property lies at the edge of the National Park Weerribben-Wieden, one of the most notable nature reserves in the Netherlands. The total plot measures 29,596 square meters, which equals nearly three hectares of private land.

The main residence is a spacious farmhouse built in 1950, offering 237 square meters of living space across three floors. The ground floor features a central hallway, a living room with a wood-burning stove and a bay window providing views over the private orchards, a kitchen with access to a terrace, a toilet installed in 2025, a bedroom, a bathroom renovated in 2025, a walk-in closet, a utility room housing the central heating boiler installed in 2021, a garage, and a workshop. The first floor contains a central landing, three bedrooms, a bathroom renovated in 2024, a separate toilet also from 2024, two walk-in closets, and a storage attic at the rear. The second floor consists of an attic room.

The property includes two orchards at the front and side of the farmhouse, planted with various standard fruit trees. These orchards provide a scenic display of blossoms in spring and produce fruit at the end of the season. A natural green boundary called a houtwal (wood bank) runs along the entire length of the property, maintaining the rural character. Financial support from the province is available for the preservation of these orchards and the wood bank.

The camping business, known as Camping de Houtwal, operates on the property with 20 camping spots. The entrance area includes a reception space and a canteen building equipped with 36 solar panels installed in 2021. The site has a sanitary building and two parking areas. The camping grounds are divided into three pleasant fields that include free camping spots, a lounge tent with an outdoor kitchen, an animal pasture, and a flower garden. The accommodations available for guests include five bell tents, a dome, a tipi, two safari tents, and a bedstee (a traditional box bed). A hot tub is also available for guest use. According to the listing, the business receives high ratings from guests and has been featured positively in various blogs, camping guides, and magazines.

Adjacent to the camping site lies a private forest measuring 1.36 hectares. This woodland area provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as building huts, treasure hunts, or simply enjoying the tranquility and space.

The surrounding area of Paasloo is a village situated against the border of some of the most beautiful nature areas in the Netherlands. The National Park Weerribben-Wieden attracts walkers, cyclists, and canoe enthusiasts. Nearby villages such as Giethoorn, Blokzijl, and Dwarsgracht offer cultural and historical interest. Larger towns including Steenwijk, Meppel, and Zwolle are within reach, providing additional amenities and services.

The property has a C energy label. Insulation includes roof insulation, largely double glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. Heating and hot water are provided by a gas-fired combination boiler from 2021, which is included in the sale. The property features mechanical and natural ventilation systems, a sliding patio door, and the aforementioned solar panels.

The asking price is stated to be based on the real estate value, including a portion of the inventory and goodwill of the camping business. The total volume of the farmhouse is 1,238 cubic meters. In addition to the living space, there is 116 square meters of other indoor space and 119 square meters of external storage space.

The garage is described as having capacity for ten vehicles and includes a loft and electrical connections. Parking is available on the private grounds. The property is located at a forest edge, on a quiet road, in a sheltered position, outside the built-up area, and in a rural setting. The garden surrounds the property. There is also an attached wooden storage shed with electricity and running water.

The cadastral data shows the property consists of four separate parcels in the IJsselham section, all with full ownership: T 500 measuring 13,600 square meters, T 501 measuring 8,795 square meters, T 629 measuring 2,817 square meters, and T 868 measuring 4,384 square meters.

The current owners state they are selling without urgency while continuing to operate the business with pleasure. Their priority remains with the camping guests at all times. Viewings are therefore only possible by invitation, following a pre-selection process based on a motivation letter. The owners have indicated that unsolicited visits are not appreciated.

Transfer of the property is to be discussed. The property is currently available on the market. The price per square meter of living space is listed at 5,696 euros.