Mare Sanat means “healing sea”. The building was built as a doctor’s residence over a hundred years ago.
About Mare Sanat
Mare Sanat was built around 1908 as a doctor’s villa. The original floor plan shows several rooms designated as a doctor’s office, treatment room and consultation room.
Until April 1935, it was the home of doctor M.J. de Waard. He was also a general practitioner in Beverwijk. From Mare Sanat, he also ran a children’s home that enjoyed national fame.
New Historicist style
The villa Mare Sanat is designed in a New Historicist style.
This architectural style harks back to the architecture of Dutch and English country houses from the 17th and 18th centuries.
Surroundings
Hotel Mare Sanat is located in the seaside resort of Wijk aan Zee. The beach is around the corner and the dunes are within walking distance. Wijk aan Zee has an activity and recreation area with plenty of dining options.
A fun day out in Wijk aan Zee and the surrounding area, there are many possibilities. A few tips:
The Beverwijkse Bazaar is the largest covered market in Europe. There are several halls: “Black” Market, Eastern Market, Grand Bazaar, Computer Market and the Trunk Market.
You will find antiques, curiosities, books, shoes, clothing, car parts, vegetables and fruit. The bazaar consists of 3000 stalls and several restaurants.
