De Graanoverslag
Surface102.5 m2
Capacity8 until 100 people
De Watermolen van Rakhorst
Highlights
- Location and surroundingsNear Highway & By the lake
- Capacity8-120 persons
- Atmosphere and appearanceIndustrial & Rural
- 5 spaces
About the venue
The Watermill of Rakhorst Veluwe | Modern monumental event location for business meetings up to 120 people
Immerse yourself in nature with colleagues and guests Are you looking for an inspiring location where tranquility, history, and nature come together? The Watermill of Rakhorst in Heerde offers a unique environment for meetings, retreats, team days, training, workshops, and business events. Here you collaborate in a setting that invites focus, creativity, and connection.
Historical event location in Heerde for meetings, team days, and business events
The Watermill of Rakhorst is located on the edge of the Veluwe, centrally located between Zwolle, Apeldoorn, Deventer, and Harderwijk.
This former paper and grain mill features four characterful indoor spaces plus an authentic farm barn and various outdoor locations and terraces on its own estate. The location is suitable for business meetings of up to approximately 120 people and provides all facilities for meetings, presentations, training, brainstorming, and team building.
Why choose The Watermill of Rakhorst?
At The Watermill of Rakhorst, you organize a business meeting in a place that makes an immediate impression. The combination of monumental history, modern facilities, and a green environment creates an inspiring setting where teams collaborate more easily and new ideas emerge.
What makes this location special are the authentic elements that are still fully present. Think of original millstones, historical silos, and a wooden water wheel. These monumental details give each meeting a character that you won't find anywhere else. Whether you're organizing a strategic retreat, providing training, planning a symposium, or giving a product presentation: The Watermill of Rakhorst offers the peace, space, and flexibility to make your meeting successful.
Rooms & capacity
- Three atmospheric meeting rooms in the historical watermill
- Artistically designed Grain Transfer for creative sessions
- Authentic farm barn for dinners, presentations, and larger gatherings
- Capacity of up to approximately 120 people
- Various options for break-out sessions both indoors & outdoors
- Multiple terraces around the water and the mill square
- From inspiring meeting to dinner by the water
The inspiration begins with a reception at the romantic pond, after which you work together in one of the historical mill halls or the modern Grain Transfer. The mix between monumental spaces and the surrounding estate provides a natural rhythm of concentration and relaxation. After an intense, creative meeting, you can walk along the stream or around the pond for a fresh perspective. If you prefer to be active in between, you can also play a game of pétanque on our official pétanque Moulodrome: Le Boulevaart. You conclude the meeting with a cozy drink on the terrace, a healthy lunch, a farm barbecue, or a culinary dinner in the farm barn. This way, a business meeting becomes a complete experience where collaboration and connection are central.
Practical and transparently arranged.
The Watermill of Rakhorst combines the atmosphere of a historical location with the amenities you expect from a modern meeting venue. This allows you to fully focus on the content of your meeting.
Practical facilities:
- Centrally located between Zwolle, Apeldoorn, Deventer, and Harderwijk
- Just a few minutes from the A50
- 50 free paved parking spaces on site
- Wheelchair accessible location
- Fast wifi
- Modern audiovisual presentation facilities
- Custom catering with fresh local products
- Options for breakfast, lunch, barbecue, buffet, dinner, and fine dining
- Outdoor locations for meetings, workshops, and team building
A location that exudes trust
The Watermill of Rakhorst has an average review score of 9.9. Guests particularly appreciate the personal hospitality, excellent organization, local catering, the unique historical atmosphere, and the combination of professional facilities with a relaxed environment. Sustainability also plays an important role. The Watermill of Rakhorst is situated among water, forests, and farmlands and operates with respect for the surrounding landscape. Local collaborations, regional products, and attention to nature are part of the vision of this special location. Request a quote directly or schedule a viewing.
Do you want to experience what makes The Watermill of Rakhorst so special? Schedule a viewing and discover for yourself how history, nature, and modern facilities come together at this unique meeting and event location in Heerde. Request a quote directly via the request form and receive non-binding options for your meeting.
