Buy a House in Middelburg, Zeeland

Middelburg is the capital of Zeeland, on the former island of Walcheren, with a compact centre, canals, a large abbey complex and a walkable, small-city feel. The beach towns of Domburg and Vrouwenpolder are a short drive, and Vlissingen is the nearby port town. Goes, Terneuzen, Hulst and Bergen op Zoom are further afield in Zeeland and Brabant.

Buyers include local families, retirees and second-home owners, though Zeeland's coastal villages see more holiday-home demand than Middelburg town.

Foreigners can buy without restriction. The sale moves from an accepted bid to a written contract, a three-day reflection period, then a notary deed. Transfer tax is 2% for an owner-occupied home and 8% for other homes. Expect notary, survey and valuation fees. A building inspection is advisable, especially for older or waterfront homes where foundations and flood-defence history matter.

Covering the process, our Netherlands buying guide and financing guide are useful, and the Netherlands page lists other regions.