Monumentaal herenhuis aan de Brugse Reien Kortewinkel 7, 8000 Brugge

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In the gently winding Kortewinkel, tucked away in the heart of medieval Bruges, stands a house that offers not only space, but meaning. Here, the street curves as it has done since 1305, when the Korte Winkel and Lange Winkel were created – named after their graceful curves. What once became the beating heart of international trade, where Spanish merchants made their mark on the city, still exudes an atmosphere of discretion and character today.

At number 7 is one of the most impressive double houses still standing in Bruges. It is a rare piece of living heritage, a tangible reminder of centuries of craftsmanship and urban grandeur.
Behind this historic façade unfolds an impressive double house with roots dating back to the 11th century. In 1718, the building took on its stately form, and today it has been restored with the utmost care into a harmonious whole in which authenticity and contemporary comfort reinforce each other. Here, there is no compromise between past and present, but a natural fusion of the two.

The entrance hall welcomes visitors with its impressive height and light that gently streams in through a glass roof. The feeling of space is immediately noticeable, but never overwhelming. In the warm cherry wood library, time seems to stand still for a moment, while the crackling of a wood fire fills the room with tranquillity. In the salons, where leather, silk and natural stone come together, there is a subdued elegance that invites you to spend long evenings by the fireside.

When the doors open onto the garden and the canals, it becomes clear how exceptional this place is. The water reflects the light of Bruges and brings a calm movement to everyday life. From the dining room, under a glass ceiling, you look out over the canal while inside, refined cooking takes place in an ultra-modern kitchen that is as functional as it is stylish. Hospitality comes naturally here; this is a house made for sharing, celebrating and enjoying.

The upper floors offer space in abundance, with suites that exude tranquillity and privacy and views that frame the Bruges skyline like a painting. A separate apartment makes it possible to receive guests in complete comfort, while downstairs a world of relaxation awaits with a bar, vaulted rooms, wine cellar, sauna and fitness room. Each floor tells a different chapter, but together they form a coherent story of grandeur and security.

And then there is the garden. Intimate and green, flowing into the Bruges canals, with a rare private jetty as a quiet luxury. 

What makes this property truly unique is not only its history or its impressive volumes, but the imposing feeling it evokes. The realisation that you are living in a place that has stood the test of centuries, yet fully meets contemporary comfort standards, is unique in the city centre of Bruges.