Charming Detached Home with Sauna and Garage at the Forest Edge of Bennekom
Key Features
Upsides
- The property is situated on a spacious plot at the forest edge, offering a high degree of privacy and a green, peaceful living environment.
- It features unique amenities for comfort and relaxation, including an attached sauna with a shower and a detached garage.
- The location combines the tranquility of a village near nature with excellent accessibility to amenities in Bennekom, the WUR campus, and major roads.
- There is significant potential for the property, as the listing highlights expansion possibilities and describes it as ideal for a handy person to update to their taste.
Downsides
- The property has an energy label G, indicating poor energy efficiency which may result in higher energy costs and required future investments.
- The listing specifically markets the home as ideal for a handyman and mentions expansion possibilities, implying that renovation or modernization work is currently needed.
- The home has only partial double glazing, which contributes to the lower energy efficiency and may affect comfort levels.
- The living area is 89 square meters, which is relatively modest for a detached house, especially considering the asking price of over 500,000 euros.
Description
Welcome to one of the most beautiful locations in Bennekom. This charming detached residence dating back to 1956 successfully combines character, space, and comfort in a unique setting. The property is surrounded by greenery and situated on a free and open plot, allowing residents to enjoy daily peace and privacy. With a spacious garden, parking on its own grounds, a garage, and an attached sauna, this home offers ample comfort. Additionally, the cozy village center of Bennekom and the Wageningen University and Research (WUR) campus are a short distance away, and the home is located directly at the forest edge of Bennekom. It is a unique gem where tranquility, space, and accessibility come together perfectly.
Upon entering the home, you step directly into the hall. On the right side are the meter cupboard and a toilet room equipped with a fountain. From the hall, you have access to the kitchen, living room, and the fixed staircase to the first floor. The characteristic living room is fitted with carpeting and a practical fixed cupboard. The room is pleasantly light thanks to the many windows surrounding it and offers a beautiful view of the green garden. A wood stove provides extra warmth and coziness, and through the French doors, you reach the backyard.
From the hall, you also access the kitchen, which is equipped with a kitchen unit, extractor hood, oven, four-burner gas hob, and a dishwasher. Furthermore, the kitchen features two practical fixed cupboards and a washing machine connection. There is also access to a cellar cupboard from the kitchen, and via the kitchen, you have direct access to the side garden. The hall and kitchen are provided with tiled flooring.
Via the fixed staircase, you reach the landing of the first floor. Here you will find three spacious bedrooms, all featuring a practical fixed cupboard. Additionally, there is a bathroom with a fixed sink, a toilet connection, and a shower corner. From the landing, the attic space is also accessible, which is ideal for storing items, and this is also where the central heating boiler is located. The staircase and the entire first floor are fitted with carpeting.
The property features a wonderful attached sauna with an adjoining shower. It is a fine place to relax in complete quiet and optimally enjoy home wellness. The spacious deep backyard facing north is a delightful spot for lovers of greenery, tranquility, and outdoor living. Due to the free location, the morning sun enters wonderfully, and the afternoon and evening sun also shine in fully. Thanks to the spacious setup and pleasant layout, there are various fine spots to enjoy both the sun and the shade. With lots of greenery and an atmospheric appearance, the garden feels immediately inviting.
There is ample space for a large dining table to enjoy long meals with friends and family, while there remains enough room for a comfortable lounge sofa. For children, this is also an ideal garden, with enough space for a trampoline, play equipment, or just to play outside nicely. Furthermore, the detached garage is located at the rear of the garden.
The detached garage in the garden is ideal for parking a car, storing bicycles, or as extra storage space for hobby and garden tools. Bennekom is a beautiful village located in the province of Gelderland and is part of the municipality of Ede. The village has a rich history dating back to the early Middle Ages and is known for its wooded surroundings, nature, and the unique character of the village. Various monumental buildings and historic structures can be found that preserve the old character of the village.
The church of Bennekom, the Great Church, is an important landmark in the village and is of historical significance. Additionally, there are various associations and cultural events that strengthen the community feeling and contribute to cultural life. Bennekom is located near the nature area de Hoge Veluwe, making it a perfect base for nature lovers and hikers. The village is surrounded by beautiful forests and heathlands. It is an ideal place for those seeking the peace and quiet of nature but do not want to miss the benefits of a larger city such as Wageningen or Ede.
Although Bennekom has retained its charm, it also offers everything a modern village needs. Diversity in shops, schools, sports facilities, and catering establishments. The community is close-knit, and regular activities and events are organized that promote social life. Furthermore, you can park for free throughout the village.
Bennekom is easily accessible by public transport. Intercity station Ede-Wageningen is a 15-minute bike ride away, the exit roads are reachable within no time, and the WUR is also located at a short cycling distance. This detached home is situated in a quiet, popular residential area, near the center of Bennekom, on a spacious plot. It features a sauna with shower, a detached garage with a roof, a garden around the house, and is located at the edge of the forest. There are ample expansion possibilities, and it is an ideal house for the handy do-it-yourselfer. The property also includes a double driveway with parking options.
Features
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing describes a detached house from 1956 with a layout of a ground floor and first floor. There is no mention of a balcony in the room description or features list.
Rear Garden
The text explicitly mentions a 'royale diepe achtertuin op het noorden' (large deep backyard facing north).
Front Garden
The listing mentions 'tuin rondom de woning' (garden around the house) and 'parkeergelegenheid op eigen terrein', implying a front garden area exists.
Side Garden
The description explicitly states 'via de keuken heeft u direct toegang tot de zij tuin' (via the kitchen you have direct access to the side garden).
Terrace
While the word 'terras' is not explicitly used, the description mentions 'openslaande deuren' (french doors) to the garden and space for a 'grote eettafel' (large dining table), which strongly implies the presence of a terrace or paved seating area.
Rooftop Terrace
The property is a 1956 detached house with two residential floors and a standard roof structure. There is no mention of a roof terrace.
Patio
Similar to the terrace, the description of outdoor dining space and access via french doors implies a paved outdoor area, though not explicitly labeled as a patio.
Veranda
There is no mention of a veranda or covered outdoor area attached to the house.
Guest House
There is a detached garage and a 'praktijkruimte' (practice space), but no mention of a guest house or separate living accommodation for guests.
Waterfront
The property is located in Bennekom, near the forest edge. There is no mention of water, a canal, or a lake on the property.
Equestrian Facilities
There are no stables, paddocks, or equestrian facilities mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No facilities for small livestock are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No swimming pool is mentioned in the features or description.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
The property has a sauna, but no jacuzzi or hot tub is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is in the Netherlands (Gelderland), which is flat or has gentle hills (Veluwe), but has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The location is described as a village (Bennekom) and near the forest edge, with a view of the garden. No city skyline or urban view is mentioned.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing explicitly states the living room offers a 'prachtig uitzicht op de groene tuin' (beautiful view of the green garden) and the property is surrounded by greenery.
Remarkable Sea View
Bennekom is an inland village in the Netherlands.
Remarkable Harbour View
The property is not located near a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
The listing mentions the church as a landmark in the village, but does not state the house has a view of it. The views are focused on the garden and forest.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing mentions 'Natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation) in the amenities but does not list air conditioning. Given the build year (1956), it is unlikely to have it installed.
Central Heating
The features explicitly list 'Verwarming: Cv-ketel en houtkachel' and specify a 'Gas gestookt combiketel uit 2014' (Gas-fired combi-boiler from 2014).
Fireplace
The description mentions a 'houtkachel' (wood stove) in the living room, and 'rookkanaal' (chimney flue) is listed under amenities.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifies the living room and first floor have 'vloerbedekking' (carpet) and the hall/kitchen have 'plavuizen' (tiles). Hardwood is not mentioned.
Tiled Floors
The listing states: 'De hal en de keuken zijn voorzien van een plavuizen vloer' (The hall and kitchen are provided with a tiled floor).
Laminate Flooring
Laminate is not mentioned. The specific floor types (carpet and tiles) are listed, suggesting laminate is likely not present in the main living areas.
Carpeted Floors
The description states the living room has 'vloerbedekking' and 'De trap en de gehele eerste verdieping zijn voorzien van vloerbedekking' (The stairs and entire first floor are fitted with carpet).
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not listed in the amenities or description. The heating is provided by a central heating boiler and a wood stove.
Walk In Closet
The bedrooms have 'praktische vaste kast' (fixed closets), but no 'inloopkast' (walk-in closet) is mentioned.
Home Office
The features list includes 'Bedrijfsruimte' with a 'Praktijkruimte 39 m², vrijstaand' (Detached practice space 39m2), which functions as a home office or studio.
Exposed Beams
There is no mention of exposed beams ('bouw'), which is typical for a 1956 home with plastered ceilings.
Bay Window
The listing describes 'openslaande deuren' (French doors) but does not mention a bay window ('erker').
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of a swimming pool. The property features a sauna instead.
Private Indoor Sauna
The listing explicitly mentions 'aangebouwde sauna' (attached sauna) and lists it under bathroom provisions and amenities.
Built-In Wardrobes
The description states there are 'praktische vaste kasten' (fixed closets) in the living room and 'allemaal voorzien van een praktische vaste kast' (all provided with a practical fixed closet) in the bedrooms.
French Doors
The description states: 'via de openslaande deuren bereikt u de achtertuin' (through the French doors you reach the backyard).
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing mentions light spaces and a wood stove, but lacks specific descriptions of Scandinavian design elements such as minimalism, specific light woods, or white walls. It is described more as a characteristic family home.
Modern
The house is from 1956 and described as 'ideal for a handyman' with expansion possibilities, indicating it is not in a modern, move-in-ready state. While it has a sauna, the general construction and description (character, classic) lean away from modern.
Industrial
There is no mention of industrial features like exposed brick, metal beams, or open spaces. It is a standard detached family home.
Mediterranean
The property is located in Bennekom, Netherlands, and is surrounded by woods ('bosrand'), with no mention of Mediterranean architectural styles or courtyards.
Classic
The house was built in 1956, has a pitched roof ('zadeldak'), is described as having 'character' ('karakter'), and features a traditional layout with a living room and separate kitchen, fitting the classic style.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The house is from 1956, which is post-war. While it has 'character' (charmant/karakteristiek), it does not represent a strict traditional or historic style (like pre-war).
Early 20th Century
The house was built in 1956, which is mid-20th century, not early 20th century (e.g., 1930s style).
Post War Functional
Built in 1956, this falls into the post-war reconstruction period. The layout is practical and functional for that era, though it is a detached house rather than mass housing.
Modernist
The house has a 'zadeldak' (hipped/gable roof) and is described as charming with a wood stove, which are typically traditional elements, rather than modernist (flat roof, cube shape).
Newly Build
The listing states the build year is 1956 and mentions it is ideal for a 'klusser' (handyman), indicating it is not newly built.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The text explicitly lists a 'vaatwasser' in the kitchen description.
Oven
The text explicitly lists an 'oven' in the kitchen description.
Microwave
The listing mentions an oven and stove, but does not mention a microwave. Given the home's age (1956) and the 'handyman' designation, it is likely not included.
Refrigerator
The text does not mention a refrigerator. While standard, it is not explicitly listed as included.
Freezer
The text does not mention a freezer.
Kitchen Island
The layout describes a 'keukenblok' (kitchen block) and access via a hall, suggesting a traditional layout rather than an open plan with an island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The layout description separates the hall, kitchen, and living room ('Vanuit de hal heeft u toegang tot de keuken, de woonkamer'), indicating distinct rooms rather than an open plan.
Pantry
The text mentions 'twee praktische vaste kasten' and a 'kelderkast', but no specific pantry room.
Stove
The text explicitly lists a '4-pitsgaskookplaat' (4-burner gas stove).
Induction Stove
The text explicitly states it is a gas stove ('4-pitsgaskookplaat'), so it is not induction.
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is listed in the kitchen features.
Boiling Water Tap
No boiling water tap is mentioned. The house is dated and aimed at handymen, making this feature unlikely.
Downdraft Extractor
The text mentions an 'afzuigkap' (standard extractor hood), not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
This is a detached single-family home ('vrijstaande woning'), so the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described with a basic 'keukenblok' and the house is targeted at 'handige klussers', indicating a dated or basic finish rather than a high-end design.
New Kitchen
The house was built in 1956 and is listed as ideal for a 'handige klusser' (handyman), strongly implying the kitchen is not new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly states 'parkeergelegenheid op eigen terrein' (parking on own ground), mentions a 'Dubbele inrit' (double driveway), and a garage.
Storage Room
The listing mentions 'Overige inpandige ruimte' (6 m²) which typically indicates a storage room. It also mentions a 'kelderkast' (cellar closet) and cupboards in the living areas.
Garage
The text explicitly mentions a 'vrijstaande garage' (detached garage) multiple times.
Double Garage
The features section lists 'Capaciteit 1 auto' (Capacity 1 car) for the garage.
Attic
The layout mentions a 'vliering' reachable from the landing, described as ideal for storage.
Cellar
The layout describes access to a 'kelderkast' (cellar closet) from the kitchen.
Bike Storage
While there is no specific bike shed, the garage is explicitly described as suitable for 'stallen van fietsen' (storing bikes).
Covered Parking
The property includes a detached garage which provides covered parking.
Underground Parking
This is a detached house with a surface-level garage; there is no mention of underground parking.
Workshop
The features list a detached 'Praktijkruimte' (practice room/business space) of 39 m², which can serve as a workshop or utility space.
Shed
The listing mentions a garage and a detached practice room, but does not mention a separate garden shed or 'schuur'.
Street Parking Free
The description explicitly states 'Verder kan je in het hele dorp gratis parkeren' (Furthermore, you can park for free in the whole village).
Street Parking Permit
Since street parking is free in the village, a permit is not required.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The property has its own parking (driveway and garage), so there is no rented parking spot associated with the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
The parking is included with the property on its own land and is not sold separately.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a detached house on a private plot (413 m²) with full ownership. There is no mention of an Owners Association (VVE).
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (Full ownership), indicating it is not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
As there is no Owners Association, it is not registered with the Chamber of Commerce.
Oa Annual Meeting
No Owners Association exists for this property.
Oa Fees
No Owners Association exists, therefore no OA fees are applicable.
Oa Reserve Fund
No Owners Association exists, so there is no reserve fund.
Oa Maintenance Plan
No Owners Association exists, so there is no maintenance plan.
Oa Buildings Insurance
No Owners Association exists, so there is no OA buildings insurance.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a detached family home built in 1956. The listing explicitly mentions a 'vaste trap' (fixed staircase) to the first floor and attic. There is no mention of an elevator, which is highly uncommon for this type and age of property.
Intercom
The listing describes a detached house with a private entrance. No intercom system is mentioned in the 'Features' or 'Description' sections. While it is possible to install one, its absence in the listing suggests it is not a present feature.
Alarm System
There is no mention of an alarm system in the detailed features list or the description. Security systems are typically highlighted if present. Given the age of the home (1956) and the mention that it is ideal for a 'handy klusser' (handyman), it is unlikely to have a modern pre-installed alarm system.
Security Cameras
The listing makes no reference to security cameras. This is a specific security feature that would likely be advertised if available. The property is located in a quiet, wooded area, which may reduce the likelihood of such installations compared to urban settings.
Private Entrance
The property is described as a 'vrijstaande woning' (detached house) and mentions 'Bij binnenkomst in de woning kom je direct binnen in de hal' (upon entering the house you enter directly into the hall). Detached homes by definition have their own private entrance.
Automatic Gate
The listing mentions a 'Dubbele inrit' (double driveway) and parking on own terrain, but makes no mention of a gate, let alone an automatic one. If an automatic gate were present, it would typically be a selling point listed under 'Voorzieningen' (Amenities).
Video Door Phone
There is no mention of a video door phone or video intercom in the provided text or feature list. This is a modern amenity that is usually specified if included.
Gated Community
The listing describes a 'vrijstaande woning' (detached house) on an 'open perceel' (open plot) located at the 'bosrand' (edge of the forest). These characteristics are inconsistent with a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The layout specifies that the three bedrooms and the bathroom with shower are located on the 'eerste verdieping' (first floor), accessible only via a 'vaste trap' (fixed staircase). The toilet is on the ground floor, but the inability to access sleeping areas or the shower without navigating stairs makes the property not wheelchair accessible.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly states 'een wasmachine aansluiting' in the kitchen.
Laundry Room
There is no mention of a separate laundry room; the washing machine connection is located in the kitchen.
Dryer
There is no mention of a dryer or a dryer connection in the listing.
Smart Home
The house is from 1956, described as ideal for a handyman, and no smart home features are listed in the amenities or description.
Ventilation System
The listing specifies 'Natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation), which typically implies the absence of a mechanical ventilation system.
Cable Tv
The 'Voorzieningen' (Amenities) section lists 'TV kabel'.
Water Softener
A water softener is not mentioned in the description or features list, which is standard for such listings unless present.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Solar panels are not mentioned in the listing description or feature list. Given the construction year (1956) and Energy Label G, it is highly unlikely they are present.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Gedeeltelijk dubbel glas' (partial double glazing) in the features section.
Triple Glazing
The listing only mentions partial double glazing. Triple glazing is not mentioned, which is consistent with the age and energy label of the property.
Heat Pump
The heating is described as 'Cv-ketel en houtkachel' (Central heating boiler and wood stove). No heat pump is listed.
Home Battery
A home battery is not mentioned in the listing. In the absence of solar panels and given the property's age, it is extremely unlikely to be present.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.