Landgoed Hotel & Restaurant Carelshaven
A charming place since 1772
Landgoed Hotel & Restaurant Carelshaven
Carelshaven had an important function in the region from as early as 1772. It lies on the grand Twickel estate, which covers an area of 43 square kilometres and includes 150 farmhouses. The name Carelshaven refers to the harbour on the Twickelervaart, a waterway that once connected the little town of Delden with Amsterdam, via the river Regge and the Zuiderzee. The canal was constructed by Carel George, count of Wassenaer Obdam, who lived in Twickel castle. Carelshaven began as a modest bargeman’s inn, and has developed over the centuries to become a celebrated hotel. Its symmetrical shapes, wide veranda and white rendered walls give the hotel a 19th-century appearance. For many years the interior was in classic style, but in recent years, the new owners Alco and Evelyn van Berkel have gradually brought this illustrious hotel into the 21st century. A number of the guestrooms have been modernised, as have the restaurant and bar. The cuisine is contemporary, but the menu also includes classic seasonal dishes.
Nature determines our menu
Restaurant Carelshaven
Restaurant Carelshaven has everything you could want, from a delicious cappuccino after a walk, a hearty lunch or a full evening meal. Chef Daniël Nijkamp makes good use of the variety of ingredients available on the estate itself, with vegetables from his own garden, and game he hunts himself during the season. Nijkamp serves refined French cuisine, and specialises in house smoked recipes. Nature basically defines our menu. 'With a variety between classic and contemporary dishes', says Daniël Nijkamp. The covered veranda and terrace look out over the beautiful landscape gardens.
KEY FEATURES AND SERVICES
Twickel Estate
Kasteel Twickel
Twente
Reviews
"Dining in Carelshaven restaurant on the largest historic estate in the Netherlands is an experience in itself. Daniël Nijkamp guarantees preparations in which the main product is often surprisingly framed by seasonal ingredients, creating a beautiful unity."
Gault&Millau 14/20
"Since host-patron Alco and his wife Evelyn van Berkel have been in charge of the Carelshaven restaurant and hotel, they have renovated and restyled in stages. This pearl is located on the beautiful Twickel estate and on summer days you can enjoy the spacious terrace with a view of the green park garden."
Lekker 500
QL Unique Breaks
EXPERIENCE THIS HOTEL IN ITS ENTIRETY
Quality Lodgings enjoy nothing more than pampering you thoroughly. That is why Landgoed Hotel & Restaurant Carelshaven has created a QL Unique Break. A QLUB is a full experience, often including an exceptional dinner, a wonderful overnight stay, an excellent breakfast and other great extras.
“Beautiful memories for 250 years.”
"Beautiful memories have been made at Carelshaven for 250 years" - Alco van Berkel
Hosts: Alco & Evelyn van Berkel
Chef: Daniël Nijkamp