








Spacious and Sustainable Semi-Detached Home with Garden Room in Surhuisterveen
Key Features
Upsides
- Excellent sustainability features including 20 solar panels, a hybrid heat pump system, HR++ and HR+++ glazing, and an A+ energy label resulting in low energy costs.
- Spacious layout with 132 square meters of living space, an additional 32 square meters of indoor utility space, and a newly built 21 square meter garden room from 2025.
- Modern and well-equipped kitchen with premium appliances including an instant hot water tap, dishwasher, refrigerator, combination microwave, and induction cooking.
- Attractive location in a quiet street within a desirable residential neighborhood close to Surhuisterveen village center with its comprehensive range of shops, schools, and amenities.
- Practical additions including an attached garage with electric door, a south-facing balcony off one bedroom, and a newly constructed terrace canopy for year-round outdoor living.
Downsides
- The rear garden faces northeast, which means limited direct sunlight compared to south or west-facing gardens.
- The second floor attic storage is only accessible via a pull-down ladder rather than a permanent staircase, limiting ease of access and potential for conversion to living space.
- The newly built 21 square meter garden room has no insulation, which restricts its comfortable use primarily to milder seasons.
- The property is currently under offer, meaning it is no longer freely available for immediate purchase by new interested parties.
- The original construction date of 1985 means the core structure is nearly 40 years old, despite the various modernizations and extensions that have been added over time.
Description
The property at De Havik 12 in Surhuisterveen is a semi-detached family home that offers a combination of space, comfort, and modern sustainability features. Originally built in 1985, this residence has been significantly expanded and modernized over the years, resulting in a home that meets contemporary standards while maintaining its character. The total living area measures approximately 132 square meters, complemented by an additional 32 square meters of indoor utility space and a separate garden room of about 21 square meters that was constructed in 2025.
The ground floor has been extended to create a generous living and dining area. The open plan design allows for flexible furniture arrangement, with sliding doors that provide direct access to the rear garden. The kitchen is positioned in a corner layout and comes equipped with modern built-in appliances, including an instant hot water tap, dishwasher, refrigerator, combination microwave oven, and induction cooktop. Adjacent to the main living area is a utility room that houses the technical installations and provides space for laundry appliances. The property also includes an attached garage with a concrete floor, a drain sink, a rear door, and an electrically operated sectional door.
On the first floor, the landing provides access to four bedrooms. One of these bedrooms features a south-facing balcony, offering a pleasant outdoor space with good sun exposure. The fully equipped bathroom on this level includes a bathtub, a separate shower, a wall-hung toilet, and a vanity unit. The second floor is accessible via a pull-down ladder and serves as attic storage space.
The property demonstrates a strong commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability. The roof is fitted with twenty solar panels that contribute to reduced electricity costs. Window insulation has been upgraded, with HR++ glazing on the ground floor and HR+++ glazing in the main bedroom and the rear bedroom, which is currently used as a walk-in closet. The heating system combines a CV boiler with a hybrid heat pump, providing an efficient solution for both heating and hot water. Floor heating has been installed in the bathroom and the ground floor extension. The upper floor is equipped with three air conditioning units that offer both cooling and heating capabilities. These measures have resulted in an A+ energy label and correspondingly low energy expenses.
The electrical panel was renewed in 2018, and a water softener was installed in 2023, reflecting the ongoing attention to maintenance and home comfort. The current boiler is an Intergas HRE Eco Hybrid model from 2020, which is included in the purchase.
The outdoor space has been thoughtfully designed with a combination of maintained lawn areas and multiple terraces, allowing residents to find sunny or shaded spots throughout the day. A newly constructed terrace canopy enables comfortable outdoor seating throughout the year. The garden room or conservatory, built in 2025, adds an additional versatile space that can be used for various purposes. Parking is available on the property's own driveway.
The property is situated in a quiet street within a desirable residential area of Surhuisterveen. The village center is within close proximity, offering a range of amenities including various shops, supermarkets, schools, sports facilities, and dining establishments. Surhuisterveen maintains a pleasant village atmosphere while providing good connectivity to surrounding towns and major roads.
The total plot area measures 267 square meters, with the rear garden specifically measuring 62 square meters at a depth of 6.50 meters and a width of 9.48 meters. The garden faces northeast and can be accessed via a rear path. The property features gardens at the front, rear, and side.
The asking price is set at 425,000 euros, which translates to approximately 3,220 euros per square meter of living space. The property is currently under offer, indicating active market interest. Transfer is available by mutual agreement.
The architectural style of the property reflects its 1980s origins, with a pitched roof covered in bituminous roofing material and tiles. The semi-detached configuration means the home shares one wall with an adjacent property. The overall volume of the building is 594 cubic meters, providing a sense of spaciousness that exceeds what the floor area alone might suggest.
The ground floor layout has been optimized through the two extensions completed in 1995 and 2009. These additions have transformed what would have been a standard 1980s floor plan into a more contemporary open living arrangement. The living and dining area benefits from natural light entering through multiple aspects, and the sliding doors to the garden create a visual connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.
The four bedrooms on the first floor provide flexibility for various household compositions. Families with children can allocate rooms according to age and preference, while those working from home might designate one room as a dedicated office space. The bedroom with the south-facing balcony offers a particular advantage, as it provides private outdoor access with favorable sun orientation throughout the day. The room currently configured as a walk-in closet demonstrates the flexibility of the space, as it could easily be converted back to a standard bedroom if desired.
The bathroom design incorporates both a bathtub and a separate shower, accommodating different preferences within a household. The inclusion of a toilet in the bathroom, in addition to the separate toilet on the ground floor, adds convenience for daily use, especially in a household with multiple occupants.
The technical specifications of the property reflect a forward-thinking approach to home management. The hybrid heat pump system represents a middle ground between traditional gas heating and fully electric solutions, reducing gas consumption while maintaining reliable heating performance. The twenty solar panels suggest a system capacity that likely exceeds the average household consumption. The combination of floor heating on the lower level and air conditioning units on the upper level provides zoned climate control that can be adapted to seasonal needs and personal preferences.
The village of Surhuisterveen itself offers a living environment that appeals to those seeking a balance between rural character and urban convenience. As one of the larger villages in the municipality of Achtkarspelen in the province of Friesland, it provides a level of services that smaller settlements cannot match, while retaining a community atmosphere that larger towns may lack.
The garage adds practical value, providing secure parking for one vehicle along with additional storage space. The presence of an electrically operated door adds convenience, allowing for easy access without leaving the vehicle in inclement weather. The inclusion of a sink in the garage extends its utility for activities that might be messy, such as gardening or DIY projects.
The free-standing wooden outbuilding, measuring 21 square meters and equipped with electricity, heating, and running water, represents a significant additional amenity. Built in 2025, this structure is essentially new and could serve multiple purposes: as a home office, a hobby room, a guest accommodation, or simply as an enhanced garden retreat. The specification that it is not insulated should be noted, as this may limit its year-round comfort depending on intended use and local climate conditions.
This semi-detached home presents itself as a move-in ready property that has been maintained to a high standard. The combination of the spacious interior layout, the modern sustainability installations, and the pleasant location in Surhuisterveen makes this a residence suitable for families looking for a comfortable and energy-efficient home in a village setting.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The bathroom features list explicitly includes 'Douche' (shower).
Bathtub
The bathroom features list includes both 'ligbad' (reclining bathtub) and 'zitbad' (sit-bath).
Guest Toilet
The ground floor layout includes a separate 'toiletruimte met hangtoilet en fontein' (toilet room with hanging toilet and fountain), which serves as a guest toilet.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned anywhere in the description or bathroom features.
Shared Shower
The property has a proper bathroom; there is no indication of a shared shower setup between bedrooms.
Shared Toilet
There is a dedicated toilet room on the ground floor and a toilet in the bathroom; no shared toilet arrangement is indicated.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The description explicitly states 'vloerverwarming in de badkamer' (underfloor heating in the bathroom).
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly states there is 1 bedroom with a balcony on the south side.
Rear Garden
Features section lists a 62 m² rear garden (Achtertuin) and the description details a beautifully landscaped backyard.
Front Garden
Features section explicitly lists a front garden (voortuin).
Side Garden
Features section explicitly lists a side garden (zijtuin).
Terrace
The description mentions multiple terraces (meerdere terrassen) in the backyard.
Rooftop Terrace
No mention of a rooftop terrace in the listing.
Patio
The listing mentions multiple terraces which function as patios.
Veranda
The description explicitly mentions a brand new terrace canopy (terrasoverkapping).
Guest House
There is a garden house/conservatory (tuinhuis/serre) but it is described for outdoor sitting, not as a liveable guest house.
Waterfront
No mention of water features or waterfront location.
Kitchen Garden
No mention of a kitchen garden or vegetable plot.
Equestrian Facilities
No mention of equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
No mention of small livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
No mention of a private outdoor pool.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No mention of a private outdoor jacuzzi.
Private Tennis Court
No mention of a private tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in the flat Netherlands; no mountain views are possible.
Remarkable City View
Located in a residential neighborhood in a village, not a city.
Remarkable Garden View
While there is a garden, it is a standard residential backyard, not described as remarkably scenic.
Remarkable Sea View
Surhuisterveen is inland; no sea view is possible.
Remarkable Harbour View
No mention of a harbour or harbour views.
Remarkable Landmark View
No remarkable landmark views are mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Listing explicitly states there are '3 airco’s boven voor koelen en verwarmen'.
Central Heating
Listing mentions a 'cv-installatie met hybride warmtepomp' and a 'Cv-ketel'.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description or features list.
Underfloor Heating
Listing specifies 'vloerverwarming in de badkamer en in de uitbouw beneden'.
Walk In Closet
Listing mentions a bedroom at the rear currently in use as an 'inloopkast' (walk-in closet).
Home Office
No home office or study space is mentioned.
Skylight
The features list explicitly includes 'dakraam' (skylight).
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned in the description.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned in the description.
Private Indoor Pool
No indoor pool is mentioned.
Private Indoor Sauna
No indoor sauna is mentioned.
French Doors
Listing mentions 'openslaande deuren naar de achtertuin' (French doors to the backyard).
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork is mentioned in the description.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No mention of Scandinavian design elements in the description.
Modern
The listing explicitly mentions a 'moderne keuken' and 'modern inbouwapparatuur', alongside recent technological upgrades.
Industrial
No mention of industrial design elements.
Mediterranean
No mention of Mediterranean design elements.
Classic
Built in 1985 as a standard semi-detached house, but heavily renovated and expanded, reducing classic elements.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The house was built in 1985 and is a standard semi-detached home, not traditional or historic.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1985, it does not represent an early 20th-century style.
Post War Functional
Built in 1985, it falls outside the typical post-war functional rebuilding period (1950s-1970s).
Modernist
It is a standard residential 2-onder-1-kapwoning, not a modernist architectural design.
Newly Build
Built in 1985 and listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction), despite recent renovations.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Description explicitly mentions 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) in the kitchen equipment list.
Microwave
Description explicitly mentions 'combimagnetron' (combination microwave) in the kitchen equipment.
Refrigerator
Description explicitly mentions 'koelkast' (refrigerator) in the kitchen equipment list.
Kitchen Island
Description states 'open keuken in hoekopstelling' meaning corner layout, not an island configuration.
Open Plan Kitchen
Description mentions 'open keuken' (open kitchen) indicating an open plan layout.
Pantry
There is a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) for laundry/technical setup, but no dedicated pantry is mentioned.
Stove
Description mentions 'inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop), which is a type of stove.
Induction Stove
Description explicitly mentions 'inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop).
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is mentioned in the kitchen equipment list.
Boiling Water Tap
Description explicitly mentions 'heetwaterkraan' (instant hot water tap) in the kitchen equipment.
Downdraft Extractor
No downdraft extractor is mentioned in the description.
Shared Kitchen
This is a semi-detached family home (2-onder-1-kapwoning), not shared housing.
Design Kitchen
Kitchen is described as 'modern' but there are no indications of it being a premium design kitchen from a luxury brand.
New Kitchen
Kitchen is described as 'modern' but no installation date is provided. The house was built in 1985 with later extensions, but kitchen age is unspecified.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly states parking is available on the property's own driveway (oprit) and mentions public parking.
Storage Room
The listing mentions 32 m² of other indoor space (overige inpandige ruimte), a stairs cupboard (trapkast), and an attic storage room (zolderberging).
Garage
The features list an attached brick garage (aangebouwde stenen garage) that is also partly integrated (inpandig).
Automatic Garage Door
The description specifies an electrically operated sectional door (elektrisch bedienbare sectionaaldeur).
Double Garage
The listing specifies the garage capacity is for 1 auto.
Attic
The layout includes a second floor with an attic storage room accessible via a pull-down ladder (vlizotrap bereikbare zolderberging).
Cellar
There is no mention of a cellar in the layout or features, which is standard for this type of Dutch semi-detached house.
Covered Parking
Parking is on a private driveway, which is not described as covered. The garage is covered but classified separately.
Underground Parking
There is no mention of underground parking, which is not expected for this property type.
Ev Charging
No EV charging station or related equipment is mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
The garage has a sink and concrete floor, but there is no mention of it being set up as a workshop.
Shed
The listing explicitly mentions a freestanding wooden shed (vrijstaande houten berging) and a garden house/conservatory (tuinhuis/serre).
Rules
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' meaning full ownership/freehold, not leasehold.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Standard two-story semi-detached family home with an attic accessible via a pull-down ladder, making an elevator highly improbable.
Intercom
No intercom mentioned in the features or description. Typical for this type of suburban house.
Private Entrance
The property is a semi-detached house with its own front entrance.
Automatic Gate
The listing mentions parking on a private driveway but makes no mention of any gate, automatic or otherwise.
Gated Community
The property is located in a regular quiet street in a residential neighborhood, with no indication of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has multiple levels accessed by standard stairs, and the attic is only accessible via a pull-down ladder.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The 'bijkeuken' (utility room) with a 'witgoedopstelplaats' indicates the presence of laundry connections.
Laundry Room
The property features a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) designated for technical setups and laundry appliances.
High Speed Internet
The property is equipped with a 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), which facilitates high-speed internet.
Fibre Internet
'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) is explicitly listed among the home's facilities.
Ventilation System
'Natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation) is explicitly listed as a facility in the property features.
Cable Tv
'TV kabel' (TV cable) is explicitly listed among the provided facilities.
Water Softener
The description explicitly states that a water softener ('waterontharder') was installed in 2023.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly mentions the presence of 20 zonnepanelen (solar panels).
Double Glazing
The listing specifies 'HR++ glas beneden', which is a standard designation for high-efficiency double glazing.
Triple Glazing
The listing explicitly mentions 'HR+++ glas in de grote slaapkamer en de slaapkamer aan de achterzijde', which indicates triple glazing in those rooms.
Wall Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation).
Floor Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation).
Roof Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation).
Heat Pump
The description states there is a 'cv-installatie met hybride warmtepomp' and the features section lists an Intergas HRE Eco hybrid boiler.
Home Battery
There is absolutely no mention of a home battery in the description or the features list. It is highly likely not present.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features additional systems such as underfloor heating and air conditioning that contribute to its A+ energy label.

