FACILITIES

 

Library, billiards
In one of the rooms on the ground floor of the main building the library is located. With over 1,500 titles (English, French and Dutch) you will not have to worry about being bored on a rainy day.
Pet farm
Our ‘livestock’ consists of ponies, chickens, bunnies, dwarf ewes, cats and of course our dog Uka. Children can make a ride (under supervision) on the back our pony Anaïs in the horse riding area.
Piano
In the Grand Salon you will find a well tuned Yamaha piano. We encourage you to show us your talent!
Swimming pool
A former fish pond has been transformed into a (child) swimming pool. Very refreshing a dip in the pool on a hot summer day! The pool is open from May to September.
Bar
l‘Abbaye du Palais has a full license for alcohol . Of course the bar offers a wide range of (non)alcoholic beverages.
Trampoline
A big hit for all ages. Please always keep the safety regulations in mind for optimal jumping fun!
Soccer, Volleyball, Badminton, Crocket
Different fields have been laid out to play a game of football, volleyball and badminton. The required playing materials can be borrowed from us.
Bicycle rent
We have some bicycles available for rent. The area is very suitable for cycling trips, if you are in good condition. Also for rent : children’s bikes and a ‘trailer’bike with gears (see photo).
Bocce Ball court (Pétanque or Jeu de Boule)
In the shade of the century old linden you will find a bocce ball court. Very flat and on a thick layer of special sand. The balls can be borrowed from us. Or did you bring your own set of balls?
Play set, sand pit
For the little ones. With climbing rails, two towers, rope bridge, swings, climbing rope and slide. For the sand pit there are buckets, scoops and cars. And for the parents picnic tables are at hand.
Table tennis, foosball, sjoelbak
In a covered area these games are set up from May-October. Please ask us for balls, table tennis bats, and any other equipment you may need.
Skelters and little bicycles
For use on the domain only, children can choose from different sizes of bicycles, pedalled tractor, and skelters, among which a super fast BERG skelter with double seats and trailer.
Chess table, games
In the bar you can find the chess table. An enormous amount of fames for all ages can be found in the library. Please clean up after playing the game.
Climbing tree, tree-house
There are several trees that can be climbed, but there is one tree in which a tree house is under construction. Are there any dads that would be willing to give us a helping hand?
Dress up chest
Girls! If you would like Saskia to take down the dress-up chest from the attic, be sure to give her your best and most adorable smile. Will it be a fashion show or is one of the children willing direct a real play?
Picnic tables
Spread through out the park are picnic tables, where you can enjoy French goodies and a nice glass of chilled ‘rosé’. We would love to prepare a well stocked picnic basket for you, including plates, glasses, cutlery, and a pretty picnic cloth. Please inform us one day in advance.
Video, DVD, TV (French and Dutch)
World championships football? Or just in case it really pours…