Tourists rentals
Voorschoten allows for the rental of homes to tourists. Would you like to rent out your home—or part of it—to tourists? For example, through Airbnb? If so, you must meet a number of Requirements . On this page, you’ll find more information about tourist rentals.
To maintain a good balance between residential use, recreation, and quality of life, a number of rules apply. On this page, you can read the most important Requirements regarding the rental of a home to tourists.
You can find the complete list of rules inthe Voorschoten Housing Ordinance 2023 at.
Would you like to rent out your living space to tourists?
Do you rent out a home or part of a home to tourists for a fee? If so, there are rules regarding registration, reporting the rental, tourist tax, and preventing disturbances.
These rules apply to residential properties in the municipality of Voorschoten. Vacation homes are not covered by this regulation.
Request a Registration Number
You need a registration number for all types of tourist rentals. You are required to include this registration number in every advertisement or listing for your accommodation—for example, on websites such as Airbnb, Booking.com, or your own website—as well as when you advertise the property in a classified ad or on a business card.
You can apply for a registration number free of charge via the websitewww.toeristischeverhuur.nl.
After submitting your application, you will receive your registration number immediately by email.
Report tourist rentals in advance
All tourist rentals must be reported in advance via the websitewww.toeristischeverhuur.nl. This serves as your overnight guest registry.
Submit the notification before the rental begins. A single notification may cover multiple consecutive nights.
Tourist Tax
Are your guests staying in Voorschoten for a fee? If so, you are required to pay a tourist tax.
The Gouwe-Rijnland Tax Cooperation (BSGR) provides information about the tax filing process.
For more information, please visit:
Options for Tourist Rentals
Bed and Breakfast (B&B) or lodging
Will you be present in the home while your guests are staying there? If so, this constitutes tourist room rental (bed and breakfast or lodging).
The following terms and conditions apply: Requirements:
- No more than 40% of the living space may be rented to guests
- A maximum of 4 guests at a time within the built-up area
- A maximum of 8 guests at a time outside built-up areas
Rental of an Entire Home
Do you rent out your entire home, and are you not present at the property while your guests are staying there? If so, this is considered a vacation rental.
The following terms and conditions apply: Requirements:
- A stay lasts for a maximum of 14 consecutive nights
- The property may be rented out to tourists for a maximum of 91 nights per calendar year
- Every rental must be reported in advance via toeristischeverhuur.nl
- Advertisements must always include the registration number
Prevent Nuisance
As a landlord, you are responsible for your guests’ behaviour . Health Ensure that guests and visitors do not disturb the neighborhood.
For example:
- Noise Pollution
- Trash on the street
- Parking Problems
- Disturbances in Public Spaces
If local residents experience noise disturbances, they can always report them to the municipality. Visit the webpage on noise disturbances for more information.
Safety and Permits
You are responsible for ensuring your guests have a safe stay. Your accommodation must comply with applicable fire safety regulations and the Building and Living Environment Decree (Bbl).
For example:
- Properly functioning smoke detectors
- Any carbon monoxide detectors
- Sufficient flight options
Also check whether you need an environmental permit. Would you like to know if you need an environmental permit, or do you have questions about it? If so, please contact the municipality. You can find more information on the webpage about environmental permits.
Entrepreneurship
Do you regularly rent to tourists? If so, this may be considered a business activity. You may need to register enrol with the Chamber of Commerce (KVK).
On the Chamber of Commerce’s website, , you can find detailed instructions on how to enrol as a business owner.
Contact and More Information
Do you have any questions or would you like more information about vacation rentals? Please contact the municipality by email at economie@voorschoten.nl.
Promoting Your Accommodation
Would you like to promote your accommodation to visitors to Voorschoten? If so, you can have your accommodation listed for free on the Vaker in Voorschoten website. Check out the website below.
