Romantic Gem in Antwerp’s Historic City Center

APOLOGISES, BUT ALL INFO REGARDING OUR BNB (5-STAR RATING AND # FANTASTIC REVIEWS) ARE TO BE FOUND ON AIRBNB[DOT]COM... (Running multiple platforms ain't that easy...... ;))) -> PLEASE CHECK/GOOGLE "Romantic Gem in Antwerp’s Historic City Center" AND YOU'LL GET ALL INFO.. This quiet, bijoux loft (65m2) is located just a few steps away from great restaurants and shops, the Cathedral and Grote Markt. There’s so much in town to explore, from the MAS museum to the fashionable 'ramblas' area... if only you manage to shut the door and leave this cosy nest behind. 1' Grote Markt, Town hall, Cathedral 2' Schelde river, DIVA (new Diamond museum) 5' MoMu (fashion) 10' MAS (Antwerp history) 15' MUHKA (modern art), FOMU (photography), etc. -20' anything: galleries, shops... ——— THE SPACE ‘Op Den Spieghel’ is a newly renovated, fully equipped rooftop aerie/loft with fantastic views out onto this beautiful city, often called the Manhattan of the 16th Century. The building is secure and has a lift. The loft includes a fully equipped kitchen, a dining/living area, a toilet, a bedroom with new queen-sized boxspring bed and en-suite bathroom with bath and shower. The bedroom level has an airco, so you're protected from urban soundscapes (think about certain events like at full moon e.g. ;)). Artworks of some renown friends and a Marshall audio system make it more then just exquisite. ——— GUEST ACCESS The whole apartment is at your disposal when I am out of town, so be my guest! The building holds 12 apartments and is very secure. I am always available by phone or #apps and otherwise there will be someone available to answer your questions or help with any needs or to answer any questions. ——— THINGS TO NOTE This bijoux loft has recently been completely and lovingly renovated, equipped with a selection of tasteful objects and appliances to assure you a comfortable and tastefully aesthetic stay. The place is fully equipped for slow (and fast) cooks; fridge, induction cooking plate, combi-oven and all required accessories. Coffee lovers will appreciate a variety of coffee appliances. I provide mostly bio-organic products, including milk, coffee and teas. I also use biodegradable products when possible and recycle all plastic, paper and glass. The electricity is provided by renewable energy from bio-gas production. Bedroom has an air-conditioning, so you can close the windows in case you're not used to the urban soundscapes of a vibrant city like ours. The Marshall sound system serves your musical needs. TV + vintage PS2 will help you to play the provided movies and games. DETAILS: Entire apartment (4th + 5th floor) - Elevator to the 4th floor - Spiral staircase to 5th inside the loft - Accommodates 2 guests - 1 Bathroom (Bath/Shower, Hair Dryer, shower gel, shampoo, towels available) - 1 WC - 1 Bedroom with brand new queen-size box-spring mattress (duck feather duvet, sheets, extra blankets, extra pillows) - WiFi - TV (no TV channels... but everything to play with Sony Play Station 2 + set of games and an enjoyable DVD collection with classic movies ;-)) - Marshall player - Dyson airco - Fully equipped Kitchen - Smoke/Fire detectors - Carbon-monoxide detector - Fire escape map - Fire extinguishers - Fire escape stairway - Public car park (underground) at 2min - No smoking - No pets - No parties or events - Not suitable for children (0-12 years) - 2 nights minimum - Check in from 2PM (Sundays 3PM) – Check out before 11AM. ——— THE NEIGHBOURHOOD ‘Op Den Spieghel' is located in the very heart of historical Antwerp, next to the ‘Scheldt’, our river. Our loft is the ideal base camp for any kind of expedition, job, or adventure: Museums, art galleries, churches, cafés, coffee bars, restaurants, a great amount of authentic shops, and even an art-house cinema are all in the immediate neighbourhood. Besides all these wealthy surroundings, our aerie is located at two steps from a fantastic bakery store, some great butcher shops, an ultra-fresh fish seller and some ultra-polite mini-markets for last-moment-groceries. —Btw. Supermarkets, take-aways and some of the best cafés in town are just one step further… all still within a 5 minutes walking distance. Tip: No worries: We'll help you with ‘Susha’s Guidebook’ for an extended overview of our recommended restaurants, cafés, etc. (the results of 30 years very dedicated ‘research’…). They’re all within a convenient price range. ——— GETTING AROUND Let us know about your preferred way of travelling and we’ll send you detailed instructions about how to get to our spot. Pick your choice: 1. By train: Arriving at the railway station ‘Antwerpen Centraal’. To our place by taxi: 10 min (±12 EUR); by tram: 20 min, walking: 22 min (via an abfab route!) 2. By car: a (payable) Car Park is located at 2 min, a free car park at 15 minutes. 3. By parachute, drone, spaceX or UFO, ending up on the cathedral tower: at 1 minute. No worries. We’ll send you a Practical Guide about how to get here. As well, we will lead you to some of our neighbouring friends, bar tenders, shop & gallery owners/workers, designers, artists, etc. —That way, you’ll quickly get to know about the latest must-see’s and must-do’s in this fantastic ‘dirty old town’. For sure, you’ll notice that people of Antwerp are all very glad to help you with/to a refreshing drink, a quick bite, or just a fine and entertaining chat. Please enjoy!