Stunning 1930s Semi-Detached Family Home with Guest House in Valckenbosch, Zeist

This characteristic and solidly built semi-detached house was constructed in 1933 and is situated on a spacious plot of 461 square meters in the desirable Valckenbosch neighborhood of Zeist. The property offers a generous living space of 188 square meters and features five bedrooms, two bathrooms, and three toilets, making it an ideal family home. The location is particularly attractive for families, as the Valckenbosch neighborhood is known for its spacious single-family homes and abundant greenery. The central position provides easy access to the center of Zeist, various sports facilities including Sportpark Schaerweijde and Tennis and Padel Club Shot, multiple primary schools, childcare centers, and the beautiful forests of the Utrecht Heuvelrug.

The house is entered via a side entrance that leads into a spacious hallway. The hall provides access to a large basement storage area and a renewed meter cupboard from 2019. A practical shoe storage solution is creatively integrated into the design. The ground floor also features a spacious toilet with sink. Through the classic stained glass door, you enter the bright living room with open kitchen concept. The very light living room features a herringbone parquet floor with border and trim, and a classic fireplace with gas fireplace. Large glass doors with double-glazed stained glass open onto the deep back garden with a southeast orientation, creating a beautiful indoor-outdoor connection.

The kitchen is positioned at the rear of the house and features an L-shaped layout with white cabinets that complement the authentic style of the property. The modern kitchen is equipped with a stone countertop and includes various built-in appliances such as a spacious refrigerator, freezer, combi microwave, Quooker from 2025, and a Boretti gas stove with double oven, four gas burners, and a tepanyaki plate. The kitchen has tile flooring with comfortable underfloor heating and direct access to the backyard.

The first floor is accessible via a staircase from the hallway. The landing provides access to three bedrooms, the main bathroom, and a separate toilet. The spacious master bedroom at the rear measures 17 square meters and features an authentic fireplace and a very large built-in wardrobe. French doors provide access to the balcony overlooking the garden. The other two bedrooms are positioned at the front of the house, one larger and one smaller. The modern luxury bathroom is equipped with a sink with cabinet, bathtub, walk-in shower, and towel radiator. The floor throughout this level is finished with oak parquet flooring.

The second floor is reached via a fixed staircase from the landing. This level contains two additional spacious bedrooms measuring 17 and 19 square meters respectively, and a second bathroom completed in 2021. Both bedrooms are very bright and feature practical built-in storage space. The modern second bathroom includes a shower cabin, sink with cabinet, and floating toilet, with a large skylight providing natural light. The floor here is also finished with parquet flooring, and the roof windows are equipped with blackout curtains.

A folding ladder provides access to the spacious storage attic, partially with a height of approximately 2.00 meters. Here you will find the central heating boiler (ATAG 2021) and the mechanical ventilation unit. This attic space provides excellent additional storage capacity.

The auxiliary building in the deep back garden is constructed in matching style with the main house using original stonework on the exterior. The ground floor of this building includes a hall with stone flooring, connections for washer and dryer, central heating system (ATAG 2018), a fourth toilet, a third bathroom, and access to an additional living or office space. The spacious living room or office features herringbone laminate flooring and a new wood stove. French doors open to the garden, bringing the outdoor feeling inside. A kitchenette with sink is also present in this space. An internal fixed staircase from the living room leads to the upper level with a mezzanine landing featuring a beautiful bookshelf. This level also contains an additional bedroom or office under the roof with a side window and skylight, offering flexible usage possibilities.

The garden has a sunny southeast orientation and measures approximately 20.50 meters in depth with a width of 11.50 meters, totaling 236 square meters. Multiple seating areas are strategically positioned throughout the garden to enjoy sun or shade as desired throughout the day. A large sunny terrace is located directly behind the house. At the rear of the garden stands a handsome wooden storage shed, and adjacent to this is a beautiful spacious veranda. This veranda is equipped with a lounge area and wood stove and is positioned to catch the last evening sun. The garden features multiple electrical outlets and outdoor faucets for convenience. The front garden includes a driveway with parking space for multiple cars, and an electric car charging point (Alfen) is installed here.

Special features of this property include 29 solar panels installed on the roofs of both the main house and the auxiliary building. These panels generated 7.43 MWh of electricity in 2025, contributing to the energy efficiency of the property. The meter cupboard was renewed in 2019 and features a upgraded 3x25A electrical connection. Both structures are well-insulated with comprehensive insulation including roof insulation, HR-glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. The house holds an A energy label, indicating excellent energy performance. The auxiliary building offers various usage possibilities thanks to its good insulation, wood stove, and stylish finishing. It could serve as a home office, studio, chill room for teenagers, guest accommodation, or practice room.

The property is situated in a protected location within a wooded environment and residential neighborhood. From the front, there is a pleasant view across the front garden with greenery. The combination of the main house, auxiliary building, spacious plot, multiple bathrooms, five bedrooms, and the desirable location makes this a complete family home that has been well-maintained and features modern amenities while retaining its authentic 1930s character.