Rental of The Log Cabin (Shelter)

• The Blockhouse can only be rented by residents of Zoetermeer.
• To rent you must be 18 years or older. 
• Your activity must end no later than 3am. It is forbidden to stay overnight in De Blokhut.

Rental period

• The rental always runs from 12:00 noon one day, to 12:00 noon the next day.
• These times are the same as the pre- and post-check by the administrator.
• The person whose name is on the reservation must be present at both times!

Pay

• Within 2 weeks of booking, you make an appointment online at the Publieksplein to pay the rent.
• Payment must be made by the person whose name is on the reservation.
• What you need to bring to the appointment:
  • the rental agreement
  • your identity card
  • a debit card (you can only pay by debit card at the counter)
• After payment, the reservation is final and can no longer be cancelled or refunded.

During the rental period

You must be aware of the General Terms and Conditions of Use Zoetermeer for the use of accommodations with a social and/or cultural purpose (pdf) .

On the day you rented De Blokhut:

• You must be present at De Blokhut at 12:00 for the pre-check with the manager.
• You will receive the keys and sign for receipt and use of De Blokhut.
• By signing, you agree that if damage is found during the follow-up inspection, the repair costs will be recovered from you.
• If anything needs to be repaired (from the previous tenant), this will be done in consultation with you.
• At the end of the rental period, you must leave the building clean. You must dispose of the waste yourself.

The day after you rented De Blokhut:

• You will be present again at 12:00 for the follow-up check.
• You hand in the key to the manager.
• You and the manager will walk through an inspection round. Is damage found? Then you will be held liable. The costs of repair will be recovered from you.

It can hold up to 80 people with the doors closed. The cabin has:

• a bar with water supply (no refrigerator)
• electricity (some sockets on 2 groups)
• 2 toilets
• a coat rack
• 5 small picnic tables that can seat 6 people (these can also be placed outside if the entire space is needed)
• no heating
• no wifi

Power supply

In the log cabin you can use 2 electricity groups as standard (max 3,500 Watt per group). Extra power current (mushroom) you will receive during the pre-check by the manager. The manager can also help you connect the equipment.

Please note! The sound level may be up to 50 decibels during the day, up to 45 decibels in the evening and up to 40 decibels at night. The strength is equal to the volume you use at a party at home. 

Would you like more information? Or would you like to view De Blokhut in advance? Then send an email to verhuurdeskvastgoed@zoetermeer.nl . We will forward your email to the manager.

Waste

You are responsible for cleaning up and disposing of trash after the activity. If the space is not delivered clean and on time we will charge you for disposal and/or cleaning.

• Please complete the form below.
• In step 4 you indicate that you want to rent De Blokhut.

Renting The Blockhouse

Please note! Payment must be made by the person who has the reservation in his/her name. At the counter you can only pay by debit card or exact change.

Appointment Paying The Log Cabin

When paying the rent, please bring:

• the rental agreement
• your identity card

Change or delete appointment?

Once you have made an appointment you will receive a confirmation e-mail. This e-mail also contains a link that allows you to change or delete your appointment.

Do you no longer have the e-mail? Call 14 079. A staff member can change or delete the appointment for you.

Price changes and typographical errors reserved.

Can I hang up flags, streamers and banners?

Yes, that is allowed (without a permit). Of course, you must have permission from the owner of the building or house where you want to hang the decoration.

Please note! Decorations must always be hung at a minimum height of 4.20 metres so that emergency services can pass through.

Can I celebrate a private party (birthday, wedding, exam) in a field or in a park?

Yes, that is allowed, but there are a few rules:

• You may set up a marquee or bouncy castle (max. 25 m²) in public green areas, provided it is properly secured.
• You are not allowed to cordon off the area where barbecues, picnics or games are being held.
• Barbecuing in public green areas is only permitted if it does not pose a danger and/or nuisance to the environment and/or nature.
• Drinking alcohol in public areas is not permitted everywhere (for example, alcohol is not permitted in playgrounds and schoolyards). 

Can I barbecue in public areas?

Yes, that is allowed. There are some rules:

• You may barbecue anywhere in public areas unless otherwise indicated.
• There must be no danger, nuisance or hindrance to the environment and/or nature.
• The area where the barbecue is taking place may not be cordoned off.
• The place must be left tidy and clean afterwards.
• Ensure safety of yourself and your surroundings. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby.

Please note! Drinking alcohol in public areas is not permitted everywhere.