This 19th Century Townhome-Turned-B&B Is A Hidden Gem Hiding In Plain Sight
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Located in Antwerp's Jewish Quarters, Boulevard Leopold Rooms and Suites is a historic bed and breakfast established in 1890. Originally the residence of diamond trader Joseph Zimmer, it has maintained its charm and elegance through time. After being sold in 2005 and slightly renovated, it became a sought-after accommodation, hosting notable guests like popstar Dua Lipa. The proprietor, Martin Willem, has amassed a collection of unique decor that enhances the property’s classic ambiance. Each of the five distinctive bedrooms reflects the hotel’s heritage, featuring original architectural details that resonate with the past.
The reception area resembles a collector's dream, boasting an impressive array of lamps, taxidermy animals, old books, and more. Martin Willem has been collecting these precious items for decades, and has no one but himself to credit for the amazing interior.
Each of the five bedrooms take on a different personality while still feeling cohesive to the space as a whole. The original details of the house can still be found everywhere - large french windows, exaggerated ceilings, original hardwood flooring, and marble fireplaces.
When you enter on the ground floor, you'll quickly realize that the property's beauty goes farther than just its striking facade. The marbled beauty was transformed into the bed and breakfast of dreams after minor renovation.
Dua Lipa and other guests from around the world have found a place to rest in this Antwerpen gem, just a two-hour train ride from Paris.
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