The Castle of Maarten Maartens House  - Doorn - Utrecht

Maarten Maartens House was built in 1902 in the Dutch village of Doorn (Utrecht province).

In 1900 there were built lots of different properties around the Utrechtse Heuvelrug (Utrecht Hills). The Castle was named in honor of the famous Dutch writer Maarten Maarten, who was the first inhabitant of the house. Maarten Maarten was a pen name of Der Gates Schwartz. In 1884 he bought the land in Doorn. However, he spent many years of his life abroad. He spent 12 years of his life in the house from 1903 until his death in 1915 together with his wife Anna and their daughter Ada.

The Castle of Maarten Maartens House was built in 1840, next to the original small house where Maarten Maarten used to live together with his family. Beautiful garden behind the house was originated to the Versailles french style. The butler stayed in the gatehouse which later was also used for horses and named in Dutch Koetshouse. It is still named Koetshouse today. There you can find lots of unique and special historical documents, such as map of Bernard Du Roy from 1696.

In the early 20s years of the twentieth century, after Anna`s death, the daughter Ada established the Foundation of Zonheuvel. At first this foundation functioned as a center for some you meetings and work. During the World War II the emergency hospital was based here. Ada died in that hospital in 1944. In 1974, the Foundation of J. Slotemaker Brown Institute bought Maarten Maartens House. Today, it is functioning as unique place for meetings & conference, wedding, special events and celebrations.

In this beautiful castle, former house of writer Maarten Maarten, there are eight conference rooms, including three posh & style rooms. You can make a reservation for any of the eight rooms and plan your event with us.
 

Looking for something special and one of a kind? Then our style rooms will be a great choice for you! They add an extra atmosphere peculiarity to your special event.

Moreover, the Castle of Maarten Maarten House is a wonderful chance to have an unforgettable Wedding Ceremony! Send us an on-line request for our special wedding offer.

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