silhûs

National monument plaque next to the window in the brick façade

Aerial view of Woudsend with its red roofs and the water

Antique fireplace with a painted scene and blue tiles

Two white garden chairs in front of a reddish-brown wooden door

The loft with a brown sofa under the roof beams and a blue floor

Bedroom with a tiled wall and wooden ceiling beams

The loft with white boards, oak beams and a pink chair

A unique listed captain's house from 1750, fully restored and converted into a comfortable self-catering holiday home for 6 in the lively water sports village of Woudsend.

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01In the heart of historic Woudsend

Silhûs, a listed national monument, sits in the middle of the historic centre of Woudsend. It is tucked away in one of the picturesque alleys between the lively Midstrjitte and the Ee canal, surrounded by sights, cafés and restaurants.

02Past, present, future

Built in 1750 as a sea captain's house and still full of original details. Now furnished with modern design and contemporary art, with every comfort. Suitable for 2 to 6 people, and ideal for a short break of a few days or longer.

03Fully restored in original style

After years of professional restoration and colour research, this special building has been returned to its original state. It has a compact kitchen and modern bathrooms, and was recently extended with a playful loft where past and present meet and you can truly relax.

04An inspiring interior

The interior, restored with great craftsmanship, has box beds, tile panels and fireplaces. It now holds unique art and design objects from the collection of Anne van der Zwaag, of design fair OBJECT and art fair BIG ART. You will also find good books, magazines and plenty of games.

De Ee full of boats with the windmill in the background

Close to the water

A few steps away lies De Ee, full of boats and with a cosy terrace. And the historic sawmill is just around the corner.

Breakfast table against a tiled wall with an 'Alles komt goed' poster

A warm welcome

Step into the heart of the house: a compact, fully equipped kitchen with a cosy breakfast table.

Antique mantelpiece with a painted scene

Original details

Built in 1750 and restored with great care and craftsmanship. Enjoy all the original details.

Bed in the loft under white boards and dark beams

Bright

On the first floor is a playful loft with 2 sleeping areas for 2 people and a space to relax.

Washbasin on a wooden stand under the roof beams

Modern comforts

There is a shower and washbasin both downstairs and upstairs. The house now has every modern convenience.

Bedroom with tiled wall and wooden ceiling beams

Sleeping in the 18th century

The master bedroom on the ground floor is a lovely, spacious room with its own bathroom and toilet.

Aerial view of the rooftops of Woudsend with the church

Our lovely place is available to rent.

Bookings for 2026 and 2027 are now open!

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Silhûs in VTWonen

Dream away between centuries-old architecture and brand-new Dutch Design. The 1750 national monument has been restored to its former glory, with all of today's comforts (in Dutch). read more

Article 'Zeilhuis' from de Volkskrant about Silhûs

Silhûs in de Volkskrant

A look inside a listed building in Friesland, enriched with art by old and new masters (in Dutch). read more

Collage of the box bed, the SUP board and the kitchen poster

Silhûs on Instagram

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Bedroom with antique mantelpiece and a yellow lamp

Silhûs in Quote

A look inside Anne van der Zwaag's listed captain's house (in Dutch). read more