Characteristic 1930s Corner House with City Garden in Quiet Goes Location
Key Features
Upsides
- The property boasts a prime location in a quiet street with 1930s character, yet it is within walking distance of the vibrant city center of Goes and major roads.
- The house retains charming original features such as the granito floor, stained glass windows, and wooden floors, while offering modern conveniences like a new boiler (2021) and a practical utility room for storage and bicycles.
- The backyard is a private, tiled city garden enclosed by high ivy, featuring a lockable gate and a northeast orientation that provides sun until the afternoon.
Downsides
- The property has an energy label F and features only partial double glazing, which implies higher energy costs and potential drafts compared to modern insulated homes.
- There are only two bedrooms located on the first floor, and the bathroom currently lacks a second toilet, though a possibility for installation is mentioned.
- The listing explicitly states that some photos are AI-generated, which means they may not accurately represent the current condition or layout of the property.
Description
Situated in the beloved and serene Couwervestraat in the charming city of Goes, this traditional corner residence from the 1930s offers a unique blend of historical character and modern practicality. Located within walking distance of the pleasant city center, the property provides a peaceful retreat while maintaining excellent connectivity to local amenities. The home features a delightful city garden facing the northeast, allowing residents to enjoy the sun until well into the afternoon. Due to its favorable location in a quiet street characterized by 1930s architecture, the property exudes a sense of tranquility and permanence that is highly sought after. The city center, with its diverse array of shops, restaurants, and other facilities, is just a short stroll away, making daily errands and leisure activities easily accessible on foot. Furthermore, the property is strategically positioned for those who commute, with quick routes leading towards Middelburg, Vlissingen, Bergen op Zoom, and Rotterdam within mere minutes.
Upon entering the home, one is welcomed into an entrance hall that sets the tone for the rest of the property. The hall features an original granito floor, a durable and aesthetically pleasing feature that reflects the building's history. This space provides access to the meter cupboard, a separate toilet room, and the staircase to the first floor, which includes a practical storage closet beneath the steps. The flow of the ground floor is designed for convenience, leading directly from the hall into the open kitchen and subsequently through to the living area.
The living room is a through-lounge with an open kitchen configuration, spanning a pleasant surface area of approximately 34 square meters. The room is finished with a white parquet floor that enhances the brightness of the space. The intelligent layout of the room allows for flexible furniture placement, making it easy to accommodate a large corner sofa. The rear section of the living room has been designated as the dining area, which benefits from direct views of the intimate and idyllic city garden. Character is abundant in this living space, thanks to the original stained-glass windows located above the wooden window frames. These historical elements add a touch of elegance and authenticity to the interior. For added comfort and privacy, all windows are equipped with manually operated shutters. The walls are finished in a light color, and the room features multiple window sections, contributing to a pleasant and light-filled living environment. Modern recessed spotlights have been installed to provide a contemporary lighting atmosphere.
The kitchen is located at the rear of the house and features a playful and efficient layout. It immediately draws attention with its large stove complete with a wide oven, serving as a true focal point for culinary enthusiasts. In addition to the stove, the kitchen is equipped with a built-in refrigerator, a freezer, and a dishwasher, ensuring that all essential appliances are readily available. Adjacent to the kitchen lies a practical utility room that serves as a vital connection between the indoor living space and the garden. This utility room offers ample space for a washing machine and dryer, as well as extra storage for household items, tools, and even multiple bicycles. This makes the transition between daily life and outdoor activities seamless and organized.
Moving to the first floor, the landing provides access to two bedrooms and the bathroom. The entire floor is fitted with a wooden floor, creating a warm and cohesive look. The bedrooms are both equipped with shutters, allowing for control over light and temperature. The largest of the two bedrooms is generously proportioned, offering sufficient space for a double bed, an extra wardrobe, and a desk, making it suitable as a master bedroom or a spacious guest room. The bathroom is a highlight of this floor, featuring a bathtub, a sink, and a storage unit. The presence of a dormer window ensures a significant amount of natural light enters the space. Notably, there is a possibility to install a second toilet on this floor, offering potential for future improvements to the layout.
The second floor is accessible via a fixed staircase, leading to a versatile and multifunctional room. Currently, this space houses the central heating boiler, a Nefit model from 2021, ensuring reliable heating and hot water. The room itself is bathed in light due to the presence of skylights on both sides, making it a very bright and airy environment. This area is perfectly suited for use as a children's room, a home office, or a hobby room, depending on the needs of the residents. The flexibility of this space adds significant value to the property, providing room to grow or adapt to changing lifestyle requirements.
The outdoor space of the property is a fully tiled city garden located on the northeast. It is accessible via a lockable gate at the front of the property, providing a secure route for bicycles or garden equipment. The garden is enclosed by high ivy growth, which creates a substantial amount of privacy and a green, secluded atmosphere. Despite the northeastern orientation, the specific design and position of the garden allow residents to enjoy the sun until the middle of the afternoon. The paved surface requires minimal maintenance, allowing for more time to be spent relaxing rather than gardening.
For residents with a vehicle, parking is managed through a permit system. The first parking permit is available at a rate of 66 euros per year, based on 2026 price levels, while a second permit can be obtained for 132 euros per year. This makes car ownership in this central location relatively affordable and convenient.
Built in 1938, the home is a sturdy structure with a saddle roof. The total living area is 104 square meters, situated on a plot of 108 square meters. The volume of the house is 360 cubic meters. The property contains three rooms in total, comprising two bedrooms. There is one bathroom and one separate toilet. The energy label is currently F, with roof insulation and double glazing, partially double glazing, installed. Heating and hot water are provided by the CV ketel. The property is offered for 289,000 euros, costs to be paid by the buyer (k.k). The delivery is in consultation. It is important to note that some photos in the listing have been generated using artificial intelligence to give an impression of the possibilities of the home, serving as inspiration for potential buyers.
Features
Bathroom
Bathtub
The listing explicitly states that the bathroom includes a 'ligbad' (bathtub).
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is located on the first floor landing ('overloop') and is described as accessible from there, serving two bedrooms, rather than being directly accessible from a single bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing describes a separate 'toiletruimte' (toilet room) in the entrance hall on the ground floor.
Shared Toilet
The toilet is located in the hallway ('toiletruimte' in the hal) and is accessible from the common area, fitting the definition of a shared (non-ensuite) toilet.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'een wastafel' (a single washbasin) in the bathroom, not double sinks.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing describes a townhouse with a roof and a dormer window, but does not mention a balcony in any of the sections (Description, First floor, Second floor, Garden).
Rear Garden
The description explicitly states 'fijne stadstuin' and 'De achtertuin is bereikbaar...' (The backyard is accessible). It also lists details like 40 m² size, location on the northeast, and access from the utility room.
Front Garden
The text mentions access to the garden is via 'af te sluiten poort aan de voorzijde' (lockable gate at the front). While it doesn't explicitly describe a front *garden*, the existence of a gate and the location in a 'rustige straat' implies a front boundary area. However, features often refer to a planted area. The text says 'achtertuin is bereikbaar via een af te sluiten poort aan de voorzijde van de woning' (backyard is reachable via a lockable gate at the front of the property). In many Dutch townhouses from this era, the entrance is directly on the street with a path to the back. The listing doesn't describe a front garden, but rather a gate. Without explicit mention of a garden in front, I will assume no.
Side Garden
This is a corner house ('hoekwoning'). The text mentions 'af te sluiten poort aan de voorzijde' (lockable gate at the front) leading to the backyard. This suggests access via the side (common for corner houses). However, it describes a single enclosed 'achtertuin' (backyard) of specific dimensions. It does not mention a separate side garden.
Terrace
The garden is described as 'volledig betegeld' (fully tiled/paved). While this makes it a paved outdoor space, the term 'terrace' usually implies a specific platform or raised area, often attached to the house. The text does not use the word 'terras' or describe a specific terrace, just a tiled garden.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing describes a second floor with a dormer window and skylights, but does not mention any outdoor space on the roof.
Barbecue Area
The listing does not mention a designated barbecue area. The garden is tiled, allowing for one to be placed, but it is not a stated feature.
Fenced Yard
The garden is described as being enclosed by 'hoge klimopbegroeiing' (high ivy growth) and is reachable via a 'lockable gate'. This provides privacy and enclosure.
Patio
The garden is 'volledig betegeld' (fully tiled), which creates a paved sitting area. In real estate terms, a fully tiled backyard garden is often synonymous with or contains a patio. However, without explicit mention, it's safer to rely on the physical description. Since it is a paved outdoor area at ground level, it functions as a patio. But let's check the strict definition. 'Patio' is a paved outdoor area adjoining a house. The garden is fully tiled and adjacent to the house. It fits.
Veranda
The text does not mention a veranda, porch, or covered outdoor area attached to the house.
Guest House
The property is a single-family house. No separate guest house or annex is mentioned.
Waterfront
The property is located in a street in Goes. No waterfront location (canal, river, sea) is mentioned.
Kitchen Garden
There is no mention of a vegetable garden or allotment.
Equestrian Facilities
This is a residential townhouse with a small garden. No stables or equestrian facilities are present.
Small Livestock Facilities
No facilities for small livestock are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is present.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is in Goes, Netherlands, which is in the Zeeland province, a very flat area. There are no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The house is in a city (Goes) and overlooks a garden with high hedges. While it is in the city, there is no mention of a panoramic or notable city view; the view is explicitly described as being into the 'intimate and idyllic city garden'.
Remarkable Garden View
The living room has 'direct uitzicht op de intieme en idyllische stadstuin' (direct view of the intimate and idyllic city garden). The garden is described with ivy and privacy. While it is a garden view, 'remarkable' usually implies something grand or unique. This is a standard city garden. However, the text emphasizes its 'idyllic' nature and privacy.
Remarkable Sea View
While Zeeland is coastal, Goes is inland. No sea view is mentioned.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark is mentioned in the view.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned in the listing or the features list, which is standard for this type and price range of property in the Netherlands.
Central Heating
The features explicitly list 'Verwarming: Cv-ketel' (Central heating boiler) and specify a Nefit brand boiler from 2021.
Fireplace
There is no mention of a fireplace, wood stove, or open fire in the description.
Hardwood Floors
The living room has a 'white parquet floor' and the first floor has a 'wooden floor'. Parquet is a type of hardwood flooring.
Tiled Floors
The entrance hall has an 'original granito floor'. Granito is a type of polished stone/tile flooring. The utility room likely also has tiles.
Carpeted Floors
The description mentions granito, parquet, and wooden floors. There is no mention of carpet (tapijt).
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned in the description or the energy features. The heating is provided by a CV-ketel (radiator system implied).
Walk In Closet
The listing mentions a cupboard under the stairs and a storage cabinet in the bathroom, but no walk-in closet.
Skylight
The second floor room has a 'dakraam' (skylight/roof window) on both sides.
Exposed Beams
There is no mention of exposed beams. The focus is on original details like glass-in-lead and floors.
Bay Window
The description does not mention a bay window (erker).
Private Indoor Pool
A private indoor pool is highly unlikely in a 104m² 1930s home priced at €289,000 and is not mentioned.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of a sauna in the house.
Built-In Wardrobes
The description mentions built-in appliances in the kitchen and a storage cabinet in the bathroom, but does not mention built-in wardrobes in the bedrooms.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The listing highlights original features like stained glass and granito, but does not mention ornamental plasterwork (stucwerk) on ceilings or walls.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a traditional 1930s house with original features like stained glass and granito floors. While it mentions light walls and parquet, the overall style is characterized as classic rather than Scandinavian minimalist.
Modern
The house has modern elements such as built-in spots, a light wall finish, and a new CV-ketel (2021), but it is fundamentally an existing 1930s building with a traditional layout.
Industrial
There are no descriptions of industrial features such as exposed brick, metal pipes, or concrete. The style is traditional 1930s.
Mediterranean
The house is a 1930s corner house in the Netherlands. There is no mention of Mediterranean architectural styles like terracotta or stucco, nor is the climate/location indicative of this style.
Classic
The listing explicitly mentions a 'traditional 1930s corner house' ('jaren '30-hoekwoning'), 'characteristic dwelling', and highlights original features like granito floors, wooden window frames, and stained glass.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The house is a 'traditional jaren ’30-hoekwoning' (traditional 1930s corner house), built in 1938. It retains original features like a granito floor, stained glass windows, and wooden frames. This strongly indicates a traditional/historic style.
Early 20th Century
The text explicitly calls it a 'jaren ’30-hoekwoning' (1930s corner house) and mentions 'jaren ’30-bebouwing' (1930s construction) in the neighborhood. It was built in 1938.
Post War Functional
The house was built in 1938, which is pre-WWII. It has character features typical of the 1930s style, not the functionalist mass-produced style of the post-war reconstruction period.
Modernist
Although it has some modern elements like an open kitchen and spotlights, the core structure and style are traditional 1930s. The listing explicitly refers to its character and traditional nature.
Newly Build
The listing states 'Bouwjaar 1938' (Year built 1938). It is existing construction ('Bestaande bouw').
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly states the kitchen includes a 'vaatwasser'.
Oven
The listing mentions 'Het royale fornuis met brede oven'.
Microwave
No microwave is mentioned in the list of kitchen appliances.
Refrigerator
The listing mentions an 'ingebouwde koelkast'.
Freezer
The listing mentions a 'vriezer'.
Kitchen Island
The layout description does not suggest an island, and none is visible or mentioned.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing states 'Via de open keuken bereikt u de woonkamer' and 'woonkamer met open keuken'.
Pantry
The property has a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) attached to the kitchen with storage space.
Stove
The listing mentions 'Het royale fornuis'.
Build In Coffee Maker
Not listed among the kitchen features.
Boiling Water Tap
Not listed among the kitchen features.
Downdraft Extractor
Not listed among the kitchen features.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a single-family home ('eengezinswoning'), not a shared living space.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'speels ingedeelde' (playfully laid out) in a 1930s home, with no high-end design keywords used.
New Kitchen
The house dates from 1938 and the kitchen is not described as new or recently renovated, though the CV is from 2021.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing states 'Parkeren is mogelijk via een parkeervergunning' (Parking is possible via a parking permit).
Storage Room
The listing mentions a 'trapkast' (staircase closet) in the hall and a 'bijkeuken/berging' (utility room/storage) with space for household items and tools.
Garage
There is no mention of a garage in the description or features list. The property is a corner house from the 1930s and storage is provided internally.
Automatic Garage Door
Since there is no garage, there is no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
Since there is no garage, there is no double garage.
Attic
The property has a second floor ('Tweede verdieping') described as a multifunctional room, but no specific storage attic ('zolder') is mentioned. The top floor is a living space.
Cellar
No basement or cellar is mentioned in the listing.
Bike Storage
The 'bijkeuken/berging' (utility room) is explicitly mentioned as having space for 'meerdere fietsen' (multiple bicycles).
Covered Parking
There is no mention of a carport or covered parking space. Parking is on the street via permit.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned.
Ev Charging
There is no mention of an EV charging station or preparation for one.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the property description.
Shed
The garden is fully tiled and enclosed by hedges. No separate 'schuur' (shed) is mentioned; storage is in the internal utility room.
Street Parking Free
The listing specifies that parking is via a paid permit (€ 66,- or € 132,- per year), therefore it is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The listing explicitly states that parking is available via a permit.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no dedicated parking spot for rent; parking is managed via a street permit system.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no parking spot for sale included with the property.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a corner house (hoekwoning) and the ownership situation is listed as 'Volle eigendom' (Full ownership). There is no mention of an Owners Association (VvE) in the features or description.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom', which means freehold and not leasehold (erfpacht).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
There is no Owners Association present for this property.
Oa Annual Meeting
There is no Owners Association present for this property.
Oa Fees
There is no Owners Association present for this property.
Oa Reserve Fund
There is no Owners Association present for this property.
Oa Maintenance Plan
There is no Owners Association present for this property.
Oa Buildings Insurance
There is no Owners Association present for this property.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes a 1930s corner house with three floors accessed by a staircase. No elevator is mentioned, which is consistent with this type of single-family home.
Intercom
The listing does not mention an intercom system. This is a single-family home, so an intercom is an unlikely feature and its absence is expected.
Security Cameras
Security cameras are not mentioned in the description or features. For a residential property in a quiet street, they are not standard and unlikely to be present.
Private Entrance
The property is a single-family corner house with its own front door and a lockable gate to the garden, confirming a private entrance.
Automatic Gate
The listing mentions a lockable gate to the garden but does not state it is automatic. For this type of property, a manual gate is the standard assumption.
Video Door Phone
There is no mention of a video door phone in the description. This is not a standard feature for this type of home.
Security Door Window Hardware
The listing explicitly states that all windows are provided with 'handbedienbare rolluiken' (manually operated shutters), which is a security hardware feature.
Gated Community
The property is located in a 'rustige straat' (quiet street) in a residential area, not a private or gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has three floors that are accessed only via a fixed staircase. This structure makes the property not wheelchair accessible.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The description states there is 'space for the washing machine' (ruimte voor de wasmachine) in the utility room, which implies the appliance itself is not included.
Laundry Room
The property explicitly features a 'praktische bijkeuken' (practical utility room) used for laundry storage and appliances.
Dryer
Similar to the washing machine, the text only mentions 'space for' a dryer, indicating it is not present.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Solar panels are not mentioned in the description or the feature list. Given the property's age (1938) and Energy Label F, it is highly likely they are not present.
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated in the 'Isolatie' (Insulation) section of the features: 'dubbel glas en gedeeltelijk dubbel glas'.
Triple Glazing
Only double glazing is mentioned. The Energy Label F and the specific mention of 'dubbel glas' in the features list suggest triple glazing is absent.
Wall Insulation
The 'Isolatie' section lists 'Dakisolatie' and 'dubbel glas', but does not mention wall insulation, implying it is not present.
Floor Insulation
The 'Isolatie' section lists 'Dakisolatie' and 'dubbel glas', but does not mention floor insulation, implying it is not present.
Roof Insulation
Explicitly stated in the 'Isolatie' (Insulation) section of the features: 'Dakisolatie'.
Heat Pump
The heating system is listed as 'Cv-ketel' (central heating boiler). There is no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
Not mentioned in the listing. Typically associated with solar panels, which are also absent.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing mentions a new Nefit CV-ketel installed in 2021, which is a modern efficiency measure compared to older boilers.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.