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About Land aan Zee

Land aan Zee is a social-purpose retreat center in Burgh-Haamstede, founded by Liselotte Baeijaert and Michiel Deturck. The center organizes and hosts retreats where guests live according to a healthy rhythm, slow down, and connect with what truly matters—taking time to recharge and reflect. Guests enjoy healthy, plant-based meals, lend a hand with the dishes each day, and reconnect with themselves, others, and nature.

It is structured as a foundation with social and ecological objectives and has no shareholders. Profits are reinvested into the foundation to support its mission and build a modest reserve.

Het is opgezet als Stichting met een sociale en ecologische doelstelling en zonder aandeelhouders. Winst wordt terug in de Stichting gestopt om de missie te ondersteunen en een kleine reserve op te bouwen.​

Land aan Zee believes that the world expects something different from us, our leaders, and our organizations. Not more consumption, speed, and constant stimulation, but rather conscious living, honest reflection, and care and respect for living beings and nature. We are severely overstepping our ecological boundaries, thereby undermining life on Earth. We must therefore strive for a society that lives within planetary boundaries and ensures the well-being of all. Land aan Zee aims to set an example of how things can be done differently.

The mission is “a place of service to people, society, and the planet.” The retreats are designed to restore personal balance, improve relationships, and regenerate nature. Land aan Zee operates as a foundation without shareholders; profits are reinvested to support initiatives that align with its social and ecological goals.
Land aan Zee welcomes those seeking meaning and those wishing to create it—everyone looking for peace, inspiration, or balance, as well as those wanting to contribute to a new world. The center focuses on healthcare professionals, volunteers working with vulnerable groups, people experiencing grief, young changemakers, entrepreneurs with innovative ideas, and organizations exploring sustainability and purpose. The center is neutral regarding beliefs, religion, gender, and ethnicity, and aims to make everyone feel welcome.

The retreat center is located in the quiet countryside of Burgh-Haamstede (the Netherlands), near the Oosterschelde and close to the beaches of Schouwen-Duiveland. The address is Stichting Land aan Zee, Meeldijk 11a, 4328 NE Burgh-Haamstede, the Netherlands.

The surrounding area offers rare tranquility, starry skies, and a “unique oasis of silence.” Guests can hear owls, watch geese fly overhead, and enjoy sweeping vistas. Nearby, there are charming seaside resorts, beaches, and villages featuring markets and restaurants. The center is housed in a mix of restored Zeeland barns and new wooden barns, creating an atmosphere of peace and authenticity.

Yes. Two guest rooms are designed for wheelchair users. The Great Hall and the Pond Room are located on the ground floor, with access to the garden. There is a wide staircase leading to the studio and the meditation room on the first floor, but no elevator.

Phone numer: +31 111 852 348

E‑mail: hallo@landaanzee.org

Accommodation and Facilities

There are single and double rooms, as well as two rooms for wheelchair users. Each room has a private bathroom (shower, washbasin, and toilet) and air conditioning. When booking a bed in a double room, you can specify whom you wish to share with; otherwise, you will be paired with someone of the same gender.

The rooms can be locked using a personal badge.

The location features parkingspots for twenty cars, charging points for electric vehicles, a large landscaped garden with a circle of trees, fruit trees, walking paths, an accessible-at-all-times library, a centrally located restaurant serving vegan cuisine, a living area with seating corners, a courtyard, and bicycle rental. There is also a studio for creative activities, a meditation room, a sauna, and a twenty-meter natural swimming pond.

The meals are plant-based (animal-friendly) and prepared using fresh, organic, locally sourced ingredients. Guests can communicate special dietary requirements (gluten-free, lactose-free, etc.) in advance; there is no extra charge for this.

Land aan Zee does not hold a liquor license and asks guests not to consume alcohol during their stay. Any other (non-alcoholic) drinks not included with meals are to be paid for upon departure.

Yes. Guests are invited to lend a hand at the end of every meal and to clean their room after their stay. This “sharing is caring” principle fosters respect for one another and the environment.

Wi-Fi is available throughout the center. However, guests are encouraged to limit screen time and keep the common areas phone-free. Digital devices may be used in the guest rooms.

Yes. Land aan Zee has a sauna. Guests are requested to bring their own bathrobes; hammam towels are available. The towels in the room are not intended for use in the sauna.

Inside, guests wear slippers to keep the center hygienic and maintain a home-like atmosphere; they may also bring flip-flops, and garden clogs are available for outdoor use. Candles and incense are not permitted due to fire safety regulations and sensitive smoke detectors.

No. Camping is not permitted on the premises, and pets are not permitted.

Participants must be of legal age (18+) and are personally responsible for their health and well-being.

Retreat Programs

The center offers three main types of retreats: Solo or Duo Retreats, Land aan Zee retreats, and guest programs. During a Solo or Duo Retreat, you follow the daily rhythm and have plenty of free time; for Land aan Zee retreats, we offer additional activities alongside the morning and evening sessions, sometimes led by ‘Friends of Land aan Zee’ (external professionals). Guest programs are organized by partner organizations.

Solo retreats require a minimum stay of two nights. Land aan Zee retreats and guest programs vary; the schedule lists both short and long options.

Included are full board (three meals a day), bed linen and towels, use of the sauna at scheduled times, coffee, tea, water, and snacks, as well as participation in the daily programs. Not included are tourist tax, private sessions, and additional drinks.

An example of a program for a solo retreat:

  • 07:00–08:00 AM: mindful yoga, qigong or a morning walk;
  • 08:00–08:45 AM: breakfast;
  • 08:45–09:30 AM: sharing is caring;
  • 09:30 AM–18:30 PM: free time for activities, like reading, walking, cycling, journalling, being creative, coaching;
  • 12:30 PM: lunch;
  • 18:30 PM: diner;
  • 20:30–22:00 PM: evening activity like yoga, singing mantras, sound healing, dancing, movie night, sauna or sitting by the firepit.

Solo | Duo Retreats

A Solo Retreat allows guests to “unplug” from daily routines and regain their balance in their own way. Participants choose from various activities each day (such as yoga, silent walks, or meditation) while maintaining a healthy daily rhythm and finding space for meaningful encounters.

Guests follow a daily schedule that includes shared meals, morning and evening activities, and daily chores, but are free to spend the rest of their time however they wish. They can read, cycle, explore nature, engage in creative activities, or simply rest.

The rates can be found under ‘solo retreat‘ on our website.

Yes. Guests can book massages, coaching, a sound bowl session, or a nutritional advice session. Some services are offered on-site, while others are provided through the Land aan Zee network. These sessions are not included in the base price and must be requested in advance.

Land aan Zee Retreats

A Land aan Zee Retreat follows the same basic program as the Solo Retreats but adds a unique extra session each day, led by a staff member or by “Friends of Land aan Zee”—professionals who volunteer their expertise. These sessions might include, for example, dance, drawing, writing, Qigong, yoga, or specific workshops.

Yes. If you have specific needs, you can book private sessions such as massage, other forms of bodywork, or coaching. These sessions are not included in the price and must be requested in advance.

Yes. There are short and long Land aan Zee retreats. Check our online schedule!

Guest programs

Guest programs are retreats or workshops organized by partner organizations at Land aan Zee. Only programs that align with the center’s mission are accepted, and they are listed in the online calendar under “guest programs.”

Information regarding a guest program is provided by the organizing partner. Land aan Zee provides the venue and atmosphere; participants should contact the organizer for registration and details.

Organizing Your Own Retreat or Event

Yes. The entire center can be rented by organizations that align with Land aan Zee’s mission (people, society, or planet). Partners are carefully selected for long-term collaboration.

The center consists of a large restored barn, a new stone barn, two new wooden barns, a landscaped garden, a circle of trees, and a sauna. There are five multi-purpose rooms and twenty guest rooms with en-suite bathrooms and air conditioning.
The center accommodates up to 25 people in twenty rooms, but retreats are organized for groups of 10–25. Larger groups of up to 35 people can be accommodated with the help of nearby lodgings.
  • Shared or exclusive: Groups of 10–25 people can rent the center; sometimes another group is present at the same time. You can also rent the center exclusively for a fixed price.
  • Short formule: Two full days/three nights (Sunday evening to Wednesday morning or Wednesday evening to Saturday morning).
  • Long formule: In consultation and subject to availability

Surroundings and Activities

Guests can go hiking or cycling in the surrounding countryside, visit the Oosterschelde, head to nearby beaches, swim in the natural pond, read in the library, paint in the studio, meditate, or relax in the sauna. Seaside resorts, markets, and picturesque villages in the area offer opportunities for excursions.
The center is located in the countryside near Burgh-Haamstede. Most guests arrive by car (parking is available) or travel by public transport to nearby villages, continuing the journey by bus or taxi. Specific travel details are usually provided after booking.

Yes. Bicycles are available for rent on-site.

Booking and Payment

You book a retreat via the Land aan Zee online booking system. Your registration is confirmed once you have received a confirmation email and an invoice. Ideally, the invoice should be paid no later than two weeks before the start of the retreat.

You pay your invoice prior to the retreat using the bill you receive. You can settle the cost of extra drinks, purchases, or optional services on-site after your stay.

You can book private sessions (massage, coaching, etc.) directly with Land aan Zee or through its partners; these are not included in the retreat price. Additional non-alcoholic drinks are available for an extra charge and are settled upon departure.

  • Up to one month before the start date: €100 cancellation fee;
  • Within two weeks or in the event of a no-show or early departure: no refund;
  • One month to two weeks before the start: 50% of the total amount;
  • In case of cancellation by Land aan Zee, you will receive a full refund; in cases of force majeure (such as a pandemic), 50% will be refunded.
  • Cancellations can only be announced via e-mail.

Team and Community

Liselotte Baeijaert and her husband Michiel Deturck established Land aan Zee as a foundation to create a place where people come together to restore balance in their lives, society, and nature.

You can view the core team behind Land aan Zee here.

Yes. Land aan Zee welcomes volunteers and friends who wish to help make the retreats possible. The team invites neighbors, like-minded individuals, guests, potential partners, coaches, suppliers, volunteers, staff members, and interns to get in touch.

Op de website staat een donatiepagina (onder “Community”). Steun kan financieel worden gegeven om de missie van de stichting te helpen realiseren. Neem contact op met Land aan Zee voor meer informatie.​

Community Guidelines and Rules

Why are there society guidelines?

To create a safe and respectful environment in which guests look after themselves, each other, and nature. The guidelines ensure that everyone knows what is expected of them when living together.

What are the key principles of respect and safety?

Guests must act ethically, respect other guests and staff, and avoid all forms of harassment, exclusion, violence, or unwanted sexual advances. Participants are responsible for their own health and must be of legal age.

What are the rules regarding meals?

The center is vegan-friendly. Meals are plant-based and made with fresh organic ingredients. Special dietary requirements (such as gluten-free or lactose-free) are accommodated at no extra cost. Guests help with meal preparation and cleanup.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking allowed?

Alcohol consumption, drugs, and smoking are not permitted on the premises. Non-alcoholic drinks consumed outside of meals are to be paid for upon departure.

What about sound and silence?

Guests are required to minimize noise and respect quiet hours. The use of digital devices is restricted to one's own room to maintain a peaceful atmosphere.

How does Land aan Zee handle waste and sustainability?

Guests are asked to use water and electricity sparingly and to follow the waste disposal guidelines. The center has an individual wastewater treatment system (IBA); consequently, only eco-friendly and biodegradable products may be used, and nothing (such as tampons) may be flushed down the toilet.

What happens if the rules are violated?

If Land aan Zee suspects that a guest is not respecting the guidelines or is abusing medication, drugs, or alcohol, the guest may be asked to leave the premises immediately without a refund.

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