De Nederlanden Restaurant & Boutique Hotel

Gastronomic stay on the prettiest river

De Nederlanden Boutique Hotel

This small boutique hotel is located in a historical building from 1680, on the banks of the river Vecht. Located in Vreeland, a small idyllic town centrally located between Amsterdam and Utrecht. Spend the night in one of the 11 minimalist designed rooms and suites that are inspired by Scandinavian and Japanese style. In the restaurant you can enjoy culinary creations at Michelin star level by Wilco Berends, meanwhile his wife Caroline Berends, who has been awarded ‘Hostess of the Year’ by Gault&Millau, runs the hotel and restaurant. In the summer we recommend to take a dip in the river Vecht, use the swimming ladder provided by De Nederlanden to easily get in and out of the water.

Culinary creations from a fair source

De Nederlanden Restaurant

Chef Wilco Berends (1 Michelin star) uses only the fairest of ingredients in the preparation of his culinary creations. Thus, the philosophy of the kitchen is central: the ingredients must be of the best quality and from a fair source. Berends uses regional and seasonal products where possible. The basis of his creations is French cuisine with worldwide influences. Assistant - maître Kiki Roelandschap and team do their utmost to find beautiful wines which perfectly match the entire menu. 

Key features and services

1 Michelin star restaurant
Gault&Millau 17/20
On the river Vecht
Terrace with a view of the Vecht
Caroline Berends - Hostess of the Year 2023 by Gault&Millau
Central location between Amsterdam and Utrecht
Suites with a Scandinavian and Japanese design
Bicycles available

Special features in the region

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River de Vecht

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Healey Museum

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Boat trip on the Vecht

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Reviews

"Overlooking the River Vecht and the characterful bridge of Vreeland, Hotel en Restaurant De Nederlanden enjoys a setting that feels both serene and distinctive. In this elegant environment, hostess Caroline and chef Wilco Berends create refined dishes rooted in honest ingredients and guided by the rhythm of the seasons. Local produce takes center stage in thoughtfully composed menus where craftsmanship and purity of flavor shine. Attentive, seamless service by maître-sommelier Johan Kragtwijk and his team completes the experience."

Gault&Millau 17/20

"There is a typical Dutch atmosphere in this former hostelry. This building full of character combines its charming past with contemporary austerity. The view of the Vecht and the drawbridge is truly enjoyable. Wilco Berends loves his land. You can tell from the menu."

Michelin*

Enjoy our oystertasting!

"Enjoy our oystertasting! Wilco's signature dish - a real experience combined with a glass of champagne." - Caroline Berends 

Hostess: Caroline Berends 
Chef: Wilco Berends