You want to make an unforgettable visit to the beautiful city of Breda and its surroundings and are looking for inspiration for your programme including recreational accommodation. Then you've come to the right place!

At Guesthouse Munnickenheide, you can stay in a remarkable rural setting in the Brabant nature. A great base to relax and enjoy outdoor life in Breda. Within a radius of 9 km, you will find Breda, the Biesbosch, and an unspoilt section of the Zuiderwaterlinie. 

How it all began

A few years ago, owners Gerry and Gerjo Leijten started their guesthouse. Along with their three daughters, they live in a beautiful location. They wanted others to enjoy this place as well.

They converted the former pig farm into a unique accommodation with lots of possibilities. Even though the farm is no longer a working farm, there are still chickens and pigs roaming around. The best part of entrepreneurship? Deciding which direction to take with the input from guests!

At Munnickenheide, there is something for everyone. You can stay overnight in a luxury room of 50 m2 with private bathroom, or in one of the comfort rooms of 30 m2 upstairs in the renovated barn. There are also four sturdy Pods available and the possibility to pitch your own tent on the spacious campsite. Finally, there are five country-style studios with a private kitchen, available for longer stays. The location is also perfect for group accommodations. Gerry and Gerjo strive to think of everything and everyone!

The renovated pig farm has a large space where a 'to-go' vending machine is available for passers-by and a space that can be rented for various purposes. The space is cosily decorated with, among other things, self-made paintings by Gerjo with appropriate themes.

Wondering what a Pod is? It offers the best of both worlds: the authentic camping feeling and the comfort of luxury sleeping, in other words: glamping! Pods are a great sleeping accommodation for both traditional campers and modern holidaymakers for a long or short holiday. The Pods are comfortably furnished with a nice bed and a table with two chairs. Each Pod offers a beautiful and wide view. And you might not think so, but there is plenty of space!

In the evening, you can enjoy the peace with a hot chocolate by a fire pit at the picnic table. Too cold outside? Sheep's wool has been used for insulation and each Pod is equipped with a heater. Nice and cosy! There are also plenty of blankets available to keep you warm. So, it's a super fun place to stay overnight in a different way.

There is no shortage of luxury at Munnickenheide. Even if you're camping here, you could call it glamping. The accommodation has a beautiful and clean sanitary building, a short distance from the lodgings. Additionally, there is a cosy communal breakfast room and kitchen. The delicious regional breakfast includes cheese from kaasboerderij ’t Bosch, honey from the local beekeeper, and bread from the local bakery Van Dongen (winner of the best Brabant sausage roll award three times!).

Munnickenheide also has a meeting room for groups of up to 18 people. 

Munnickenheide is located at Munnikenhof in the rural area of Terheijden. There are many activities and the surrounding area with forests, fields, meadows, and water is beautiful.

Munnickenheide is situated on the Zuiderwaterlinie between the lines of Munnikenhof and Den Hout. These are the two oldest original defensive walls with the original visible shapes and existing lunettes. The guest house is also located at the foot of De Biesbosch National Park where you can enjoy boating, cycling and walking. Of course, Breda is just around the corner, but Oosterhout is also worth a visit. 

Gerry and Gerjo regularly offer various, special arrangements for both outdoor enthusiasts and food lovers.

They collaborate with partners such as Pannenkoekenhuis Koeckers, the outdoor survival course Pact van de Prinse, swimming pools and ice rink by Optisport and Spa One: the largest sauna complex in North Brabant.

On the grounds of Munnickenheide, in the old pigsty, you will also find Village Brewery Terheijden. This brewer believes in honest products with a green and local character. In addition to brewing their own beers, the brewery is also available for contract brewing. This results in unique beers, such as Molenkoekbier: beer in collaboration with Molen de Arend and Liniebock: a beer that fits the location. 

One theme you can't ignore nowadays: sustainability. At Munnickenheide, they separate waste and try to encourage guests to do the same by using various containers. There are solar panels and a private charging station. As mentioned earlier, the pods are insulated with sheep wool. This way, they try to reuse materials. They also regularly acquire items from the thrift shop.

Gerry and Gerjo are constantly thinking about how they can improve their business. They saw the COVID-19 crisis as a good time to review their accommodation and, for example, expand it with a private wellness area that guests can book during their stay. Furthermore, they would prefer to have continuity so that they have a year-round income from this beautiful guest accommodation. 

The Spinola Redoubt:

On the way to the guesthouse, make a stop at the Spinola Schans. This is a defensive work from the 80 Years' War. In 1624, the Spanish army besieged Breda to starve the city and force its surrender. For this purpose, the commander Spinola had two redoubts built. The Spinola Redoubt is the one that has remained intact.

The elevated walking path offers a beautiful view of the redoubt and the surrounding landscape. Definitely worth a visit to get some fresh air or if you enjoy history.

Munnikenhof Line:

Running through Brabant is the Zuiderwaterlinie, the oldest, longest, and most used waterline in the Netherlands. It is a defence system of fortified cities, forts, redoubts, dikes, and sluices. Regular traffic could only pass through the lines, thereby stopping the enemy.

The Munnikenhof Line is a peaceful section of the line where no battles have ever taken place. A nice walking tour to take from the guesthouse.

From the premises of the guesthouse, you can walk towards the Line of the Munnikenhof. If you follow this, you will reach Pannenkoekenhuis Koeckers. Delicious pancakes with all the toppings! You can opt for an Indonesian pancake or a Mexican pancake, for example. Also, a great place for children!

Restaurant De Buren is a restaurant recommended by the owners of the guesthouse. Here you can enjoy tapas at your leisure. Another tip is the atmospheric Brasserie Woods: here you can enjoy the woods of the Vrachelse heide during your lunch or dinner.

• Take a bike ride from Munnickenheide on a tour along farm shops. Just 100 metres from the guesthouse you will come across the first one: Van Beek Asparagus. Check here for the route. Bring your own bike or rent one at your accommodation.
• Rent a sloop or canoe and sail a beautiful route along the canals of Breda or in the Biesbosch.
• Looking for more restaurants in the area? Check out tips from Gerry and Gerjo.
• Join the 'Sunday morning walk'. Every fourth Sunday of the month, a free group walk of about 8 km is organised.

In short, Guesthouse Munnickenheide is a delightful place to take a break and stay overnight. There are various options to relax in a countryside atmosphere with plenty of facilities to leave feeling refreshed. Gerry and Gerjo are happy to help you with the possibilities.

Excited? For more information, visit the website of Guesthouse Munnickenheide or contact them directly using the details below. As the tranquillity of guests is highly valued, there is a limited number of camping spots. This ensures all guests have plenty of privacy and can enjoy the peace at the guesthouse. Want to secure a spot? Book now!

Phone number: 06-52976198
Email: info@munnickenheide.nl

Munnikenhof 20, Terheijden