About Annette Linthout
Annette Linthout has lived virtually all her life in and around the ancient town of Ypres (now named 'Ieper' as Flemish is more appropriate).  Her passionate interest in the Great War was kindled by fond childhood memories of being taken around the battlefield by her grandfather, himself a veteran of the Great War.  Her interest in the terrible battles that ravaged the landscape of her land between 1914 and 1918 is founded on a humanitarian empathy for those who suffered, as opposed to the finer points of military strategy.

limit the number of guest rooms to three, in order that she may retain her personal involvement with the running of her guest house.  From this starting point Madame Linthout set about the conversion of a wing of her property, a task she both relished and excelled in, as any visitor to Camalou will testify.

The three guest bedrooms were the focus of her careful and painstaking attention to detail. Simply furnishing the rooms was not enough for Annette Linthout! Her background in design and architecture provided the inspiration for the three en-suite rooms, each tastefully decorated using the skilful combination of colours, fabrics and furniture of the highest quality.    Each room is named after a flower drawn from some of the most poignant poetry of the Great War.  All rooms have en-suite shower rooms and WC, as well as TV (with English channels).
Annette Linthout's commitment to her guests

Being knowledgeable about the Great War is one thing, but to be able to convey that understanding and knowledge to others is an attribute found in Annette Linthout. Her excellent command of English, with an occasional wry smile when she tries to find the right word to describe her heart felt feelings, make her one of the most sought after guides to the Ypres battlefields.  A measure of her standing is her official recognition as one of only a few registered battlefield guides.

can best be illustrated by the following services she provides or are available nearby:

Ø Picnic lunches available .

Ø Extensive garden with terrace (currently under construction).

Ø Fishing and boating on Dikkebus lake (nearby).

Ø Bicycle hire.

About Camalou

Camalou is situated just 4 kilometres from Ypres, town centre. During the Great War the building was the Headquarters of 4^th Brigade due to its strategic location in relation to the battlefield.  Many of the roof timbers above the guest bedrooms still display the British War Department stencilling!

In the 'creation' of Camalou Guest House, Annette Linthout has taken great care to ensure that the accommodation she offers is to the highest of standards. 
Her efforts started with a deliberate decision to