Mystery surrounds ‘abandoned' Center Parcs lodges left to rot with algae on windows and furniture still inside

The Sun

2 days ago

EERIE footage shows an abandoned Center Parcs building that has been left to rot, with furniture still inside it.
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Center Parcs may be a popular family friendly holiday destination but this lodge looks more like something out of a zombie apocalypse film.
Algae covers the dirty patio windows, whilst overgrown plants have taken over the outside area.
Exposed brick on the outside wall makes the buildings look like they were never finished whilst dirt covers the interior of the lodges.
The lodges are situated at Kempervennen in the Netherlands, a popular resort which boasts two large lakes, "endless activities" and even an "indoor snow hall".
The website for the Dutch holiday resort features adverts for stylish modern cottages, featuring TVs, huge patio doors and chic kitchens, with no mention of the abandoned cottages.
The video of the decaying buildings was posted by author V S Nelson (vsnelson_author), who explained: "It's part of the park that's not used.
"It's not even on the map."
It is not clear why the cottages have been abandoned, or whether there are any plans to do anything with the buildings.
The video has attracted the attention of social media users, who rushed to the comments section to share their thoughts on the dilapidated buildings.
One person said: "Didn't know there was a partially built centre parcs!"
A second person said: "Where on site was this was?
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"I was there a few months ago would love to take a look."
Another person commented: "I hope your lodge didn't look like this."
Despite the abandoned buildings, Kempervennen, where cottages start from 197 euros a night has countless good reviews, with TripAdvisor users rating it 3.7 stars overall.
One person said: "Wonderful! We rented a cottage for four, with a stream at the bottom of the garden, surrounded by trees.
"If you love nature, this is for you!"
A second person said: "Brilliant stay.
"The cottage was clean and comfortable with plenty of appliances for self catering."
A third person said: "For us, this will always be a special place.
"Nice park, quiet with lots of greenery and a nice environment."
Center Parcs has been contacted for comment
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