Waterrecreatie Syperda - Lady Alice Grace
Rent a spacious motorboat in Friesland – Lady Alice Grace
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If you want to take a boating holiday on the Frisian lakes with a larger group, the Lady Alice Grace is a good choice. This 14.95-meter motorb…
If you want to take a boating holiday on the Frisian lakes with a larger group, the Lady Alice Grace is a good choice. This 14.95-meter motorboat accommodates up to 9 people and has a spacious layout so that you won't get in each other's way. With bow and stern thrusters, the ship is easy to maneuver on the water. The boat features a central saloon with a seating area and TV. The galley is located next to the dinette, making it easy to eat and live together. In the aft section, there are three sleeping cabins with sleeping accommodations for a total of 9 people, distributed between a double bed and bunk beds. There are 2 showers and 2 toilets on board. The galley is fully equipped with a gas stove, refrigerator with freezer compartment, microwave, and coffee maker. Furthermore, there is central heating, hot water, an inverter, radio, and navigation with GPS and depth sounder. On the aft deck, you can sit outside together at the large table. The bench is fixed, and the deck can be enclosed with a tent so that you can continue sitting outside even in less favorable weather. The helm station offers good visibility while sailing and mooring.
What makes this accommodation special
What makes the Lady Alice Grace special is the combination of space and comfort on board. While many larger rental boats can quickly feel cramped, this vessel offers plenty of living space for groups of up to 9 people. With 2 showers and 2 toilets, there is ample sanitary facilities so you don't have to wait for each other and everyone has privacy. The boat is suitable for every season. Thanks to the central heating and insulated windows, it is also pleasant to stay on board in the spring and autumn. Outside, life mainly takes place on the large aft deck with a fixed bench and table. With the closable canopy, you can sit comfortably outside here even in less favorable weather. Despite its length of nearly 15 meters, the Lady Alice Grace is easy to sail and maneuver thanks to the bow and stern thrusters, making mooring and sailing in the Frisian waters a smooth experience.
- Location
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Friese meren beach <1km
- Shared facilities
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Shared EV charging stations
- Shared facilities
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Restaurant
Important to know
To ensure that you and your party can sail safely and without worries on the Lady Alice Grace, there are a few conditions you should take into account. By finalizing the booking, you automatically agree to the general rental conditions. The skipper must be at least 18 years old to operate the boat independently. A boating license is not required for this vessel, but demonstrable and extensive sailing experience is necessary. Due to the length of nearly 15 meters, it is important that you are accustomed to maneuvering and mooring larger vessels. Additionally, a deposit and deductible apply per claim. The deposit is paid or guaranteed prior to the rental period.
- Check-in between:
- 16:00 hours - 19:00 hours
- Check-out before:
- 10:00 hours
- Boat
- Gaastmeer
- 11 people
- 2 pets max.
Address details:
8611 JM Gaastmeer
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Part of Waterrecreatie Syperda
Waterrecreatie Syperda is a small-scale waterfront holiday park on the edge of the watersports village of Gaastmeer. You will stay here in the heart of the Frisian Lake District, with 10 comfortable holiday homes directly on or close to the water. You can step straight into a boat from the park. There is a private marina, and you can also rent a boat there, such as a sloop, open sailboat, motor yacht, or traditional flat-bottomed boat. You do not need a boating license for the motorboats. Thanks to its central location, you can quickly sail to the Grote Gaastmeer, the Heegermeer, and the Fluessen. Places like Workum, Stavoren, and Sneek are also easily accessible by water. Additionally, the park features the restaurant Boppe de Golle and good sanitary facilities.
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The small-scale holiday park Waterrecreatie Syperda is located on the outskirts of the watersports village of Gaastmeer. Thanks to its central location between the Heegermeer, the Grote Gaastmeer, and the IJsselmeer, this is a great base for watersports enthusiasts, cyclists, walkers, and nature lovers. The holiday homes are situated directly on or close to the water, making it easy to moor your own or a rented boat at the property or in the park's marina. The surrounding area is perfectly suited for trips across and along the Frisian lakes, through nature reserves, and past characteristic villages and historic cities. Whether it involves boating, cycling, or walking, there is plenty of choice for an active or relaxing stay. Gaastmeer is a charming village with a small supermarket and a few restaurants. Heeg, with a wider range of shops and various hospitality venues, is about a five-minute drive away. Sneek is also a short distance away and can be reached within about twenty minutes. This Eleven Cities town is known for the iconic Water Gate and its lively center.
Nearby
- Beach
- 1.9 km
- Parks and natural areas
- 4.4 km
- railway station
- 5.9 km
- Museum
- 6.8 km
- Frisian lakes
- 571 m
- Village center
- 368 m
- Supermarket / village shop
- 320 m
- Eleven Cities
- 6.6 km
- Swimming pool
- 6.3 km
- IJsselmeer coast
- 8.8 km
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Rented by Ron Syperda
Ron Syperda is a true-born Frisian entrepreneur, a water sports enthusiast through and through, and the driving force behind Waterrecreatie Syperda in the water sports village of Gaastmeer. With his passion for traditional and modern vessels, he breathes the Frisian lakes and the culture of the water.
Skipper and Entrepreneur
Ron is known for his entrepreneurial spirit with a strong maritime focus:
• Traditional skûtsjesailing: Ron is an active and passionate skipper in the IFKS competition. He debuted with the Jonge Blom and took over the historic skûtsje Stêd Sleat in 2015, restoring its original name, Ale.
• Fleet expansion: Under his leadership, his rental company is growing continuously. For instance, he recently acquired the entire fleet of Nautica Yachtcharter, allowing guests to rent luxury motorboats from him alongside traditional flat-bottomed boats.
• Soci…
Ron Syperda is a true-born Frisian entrepreneur, a water sports enthusiast through and through, and the driving force behind Waterrecreatie Syperda in the water sports village of Gaastmeer. With his passion for traditional and modern vessels, he breathes the Frisian lakes and the culture of the water.
Skipper and Entrepreneur
Ron is known for his entrepreneurial spirit with a strong maritime focus:
• Traditional skûtsjesailing: Ron is an active and passionate skipper in the IFKS competition. He debuted with the Jonge Blom and took over the historic skûtsje Stêd Sleat in 2015, restoring its original name, Ale.
• Fleet expansion: Under his leadership, his rental company is growing continuously. For instance, he recently acquired the entire fleet of Nautica Yachtcharter, allowing guests to rent luxury motorboats from him alongside traditional flat-bottomed boats.
• Social commitment: In addition to hospitality, Ron is dedicated to the region. His company is a recognized vocational training company in the field of facility services, through which he offers young professionals a starting point in the sector.
Character trait
Whether he is at the helm during an exciting skûtsje race or welcoming guests to his holiday park, Ron is described as an approachable, down-to-earth, and hard-working craftsman. He combines professional expertise with typical Frisian pragmatism and the drive to keep Frisian water sports culture alive and kicking.
Tips from the owner
From an accommodation at Waterrecreatie Syperda in Gaastmeer, you find yourself right in the heart of the Frisian Lake District. This offers perfect opportunities for water activities, cycling tours through nature, and cultural excursions.
Below are the best tips for things to do during your stay.
⛵ Out on the water
Since the holiday homes are located directly on or close to the water, you can step right onto a boat. You can rent various boats yourself at Syperda, ranging from sailboats to sloops.
• Explore the large lakes: Sail directly onto the Groote Gaastmeer, the Heegermeer, or De Fluessen.
• Sail a village route: Visit charming watersports villages such as Heeg, Workum, or Woudsend to moor for a drink on a terrace.
• Island hopping: Dock at one of the many Marrekrite islands in the wild for a picnic or a pleasant evening drink. 🚲 Cycling and walking
The area is perfectly suited for tours through the Frisian landscape, where you make use of characteristic bicycle ferries along the way.
• Cycling with the ferries: Take a bike ride around the lakes and have yourself transported by the bicycle ferry It Oerset or the ferry at Nijhuizum.
• Walking route 'Rinne troch de tiid': Walk this historic route through Gaastmeer, passing information boards that tell the story of the village.
• Walking in the Rijsterbos: Take the car or cycle to Gaasterland for a walk or mountain bike ride through this large, rolling forest.
🏛️ Visiting culture and cities
You can reach a number of historic Frisian Eleven Cities within a short time.
• Shopping and lunch in Sneek: Sail or drive to Sneek, view the iconic Waterpoort, and dock in the center for lunch. • Visit the Jopie Huisman Museum: Drive to nearby Workum to admire the realistic masterpieces of this famous Frisian painter.
• De Rat Sawmill in IJlst: Visit this fully functional, centuries-old sawmill by the water.
🌦️ Tips for a rainy day or with children
Should the weather be less summery, there is plenty of indoor entertainment to be found in the region.
• Frisian Maritime Museum: Discover the rich history of Frisian shipping and skûtsjesilen in Sneek, including a fun children's museum.
• Mar en Klif Visitor Centre: Learn all about nature and the origins of the Southwest Friesland National Landscape in Oudemirdum in an interactive way.
• Alpaca World Friesland: Book a meet & greet with alpacas at the farm in Workum. • Enjoy a delicious meal at the park: Stay close to home and dine at Restaurant Boppe de Golle, located on the park grounds, with a view over the water.
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