Spacious Family Terraced Home with Garage and Energy Label A in Halsteren
Key Features
Upsides
- Energy label A with comprehensive insulation including roof, walls, and HR-glass windows, resulting in low energy costs and comfortable living conditions. Solar panels are also present.
- Free-standing stone garage with electrically operated door, measuring approximately 6.5 by 2.95 meters, providing parking and additional storage or workspace.
- Excellent location for families with a primary school literally around the corner, along with supermarkets, sports facilities, shops, and playgrounds within easy reach.
- Low maintenance both inside and out with PVC window frames throughout, roller shutters on all windows, and easy-care paved gardens front and back.
- Potential to create a fourth bedroom by converting the attic storage space, which is already accessible via a staircase from the third bedroom.
Downsides
- The kitchen is dated and will likely require replacement in the near future, though the current kitchen remains functional and the space allows for a good renovation.
- The bathroom shows its age and would benefit from modernization, with the listing acknowledging it is somewhat dated and could use refreshing.
- The property currently offers only three bedrooms on the main living floors, which may be limiting for larger families without undertaking an attic conversion.
- The rear garden faces east, meaning less evening and afternoon sun exposure compared to west or south-facing gardens.
- The attic is currently only accessible from one of the bedrooms rather than having its own independent staircase, which limits flexibility if converted to living space.
Description
The property is located at De Leemput 31 in the village of Halsteren, situated in the province of North Brabant in the Netherlands. Halsteren offers a peaceful residential environment while maintaining good connections to nearby Bergen op Zoom and major roadways. The neighborhood is described as family-friendly, safe, and popular among families with children.
This terraced house was originally built in 1975 and has been well-maintained by the current owners. The property has achieved energy label A, which is remarkable for a home of this age. This has been accomplished through various insulation measures including roof insulation, double glazing, HR-glass, and wall insulation. The property also features solar panels, contributing to its excellent energy performance. For homeowners concerned about energy costs and environmental impact, this represents a significant advantage over similar properties from the same era that have not been upgraded.
The ground floor layout begins with an entrance hall that provides access to the living areas, toilet, meter cupboard, and stairs to the first floor. The hall includes a practical storage closet suitable for a vacuum cleaner and household supplies. The flooring throughout the ground floor is PVC, the walls feature granol finish, and the ceiling consists of gypsum board.
The living room is notably spacious and features a Z-shaped layout that creates distinct zones within the space. At the front of the property, there is a comfortable seating area, while the rear section near the kitchen accommodates a dining area. This configuration allows for flexible use of the space, whether for family activities, entertaining, or quiet relaxation. A sliding door connects the living room to the rear garden, bringing natural light into the interior and providing easy outdoor access. The ceiling features an interesting architectural detail in the form of the ridge line from the extension, adding character to the room.
The kitchen has a U-shaped layout and is partially separated from the living area by a wall and bar counter, which provides a degree of privacy for kitchen activities and allows dishes to be kept out of sight temporarily. While the kitchen is somewhat dated in appearance, it remains fully functional and has been well-maintained. The current kitchen equipment includes a four-burner induction cooktop, extractor hood, single sink, refrigerator-freezer combination, oven, and dishwasher. The layout and dimensions of the kitchen space would easily accommodate a complete renovation to create a modern dream kitchen with additional cabinet walls or even a kitchen island. The extension ridge adds extra volume to this space as well.
The ground floor toilet is accessible from the hall and features a dual-flush toilet, a small sink, and mechanical ventilation. The walls are partially tiled, and the floor has tile covering.
The first floor landing provides access to three bedrooms, the bathroom, and a storage closet. This storage closet houses the Remeha Avanta combination boiler, which was installed in 2020 and runs on natural gas. The boiler is included in the purchase.
The main bedroom is located at the rear of the property and measures approximately 12 square meters. This room can easily accommodate a double bed and a wardrobe. A roller shutter is installed on the window, allowing the room to be darkened completely, which is particularly beneficial during summer months when daylight extends late into the evening.
The second bedroom, measuring approximately 9.5 square meters, is located at the front of the property. This room would serve well as a children's bedroom, with space for a bed, desk, and wardrobe while still leaving adequate play area. A roller shutter is also present on this window.
The third bedroom, approximately 9 square meters, is currently suitable as a home office space or an additional bedroom. This room also features a roller shutter and provides access to the attic storage space via a staircase.
The bathroom, while functional, shows its age and would benefit from modernization at some point. It currently includes a bathroom vanity with single sink, a shower cabin, and a wall-hung toilet. A washing machine connection is conveniently located in the bathroom. The space has a window providing natural ventilation. The listing suggests various possibilities for renovation, such as installing a walk-in shower, a double vanity, or even adding a bathtub. The dimensions of the room would allow for various configurations.
The attic storage space is accessible from the third bedroom and offers substantial storage capacity for seasonal items, luggage, and holiday decorations. The listing notes that with appropriate modifications, this space could potentially be converted into an additional bedroom, which would increase the total number of sleeping quarters to four.
The property sits on a plot of 175 square meters. The front garden is low-maintenance, featuring decorative paving and facing east. It provides some privacy from the street. The rear garden measures approximately 72 square meters and extends about 12 meters in depth with a width of 6 meters. Like the front garden, it is laid out with decorative paving for minimal maintenance. A sunshade has been installed for protection from direct sunlight. For those with gardening interests, the listing suggests that creating some planted borders would be relatively straightforward to personalize the outdoor space. The garden includes a rear access path leading to the garage.
A significant feature of this property is the free-standing stone garage, measuring approximately 6.5 by 2.95 meters. The garage is equipped with an electrically operated door and has electrical power. This space can accommodate one vehicle with additional room for bicycles or a workbench. Garages are increasingly rare in residential developments and add considerable practical value to the property.
The entire property features PVC window frames throughout, which require minimal maintenance compared to wooden frames. Roller shutters are installed on all windows, which serve to reduce noise intrusion and control light levels. This is particularly beneficial for those who work night shifts and need to sleep during daylight hours.
The location in Halsteren offers proximity to various amenities. A primary school is located literally around the corner, eliminating the need for stressful morning commutes with children. Supermarkets, sports clubs, shops, playgrounds, and natural areas are all within easy reach. The surrounding area offers opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. Bergen op Zoom is nearby, and the property has good connections to major roadways for commuting to other destinations.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Douchecabine' in the current bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing suggests adding a 'ligbad' as a future renovation possibility, indicating there is no bathtub currently.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is located on the landing (overloop) and is not described as attached to any specific bedroom.
Guest Toilet
There is a separate toilet room on the ground floor accessible via the hall, also listed as '1 apart toilet'.
Bidet
A bidet is not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Shared Shower
This is a single-family home (eengezinswoning), so the shower is private to the household, not shared with other residents.
Shared Toilet
This is a single-family home, so the toilet is private to the household.
His And Hers Sinks
The current bathroom has an 'enkele wastafel' (single sink), though a double sink is suggested as a future upgrade.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing describes a terraced house with a rear and front garden, but makes no mention of a balcony.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly describes an approximately 12-meter deep, maintenance-friendly backyard (Achtertuin) with paving and a sun awning.
Front Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a maintenance-friendly front garden (Voortuin) with paving.
Side Garden
It is a terraced house (tussenwoning) and no side garden is mentioned.
Terrace
The backyard has paving and an awning, but there is no specific mention of a built terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The property has a standard pitched roof (zadeldak) with no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
The text mentions enjoying barbecue evenings in the garden, but there is no dedicated or built-in barbecue area described.
Patio
There is a paved backyard with sliding doors from the living room, but the term patio is not used.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the property description.
Guest House
There is no mention of a guest house on the property.
Waterfront
The property is located in a residential area in Halsteren; no water features or waterfront location are mentioned.
Kitchen Garden
The garden is described as paved and maintenance-friendly, with no mention of a kitchen garden or vegetable plots.
Equestrian Facilities
There are no equestrian facilities mentioned for this residential property.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No swimming pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Mountain View
Halsteren is in a flat region of the Netherlands and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is in a residential neighborhood and does not offer a notable city view.
Remarkable Garden View
The living room has sliding doors leading to the backyard, offering a standard garden view.
Remarkable Sea View
Although Halsteren is relatively close to the coast, the listing does not mention a sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views are mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No mention of air conditioning in the property description or features list.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states the presence of a Remeha combi boiler from 2020.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Hardwood Floors
Floors are specified as PVC and laminate, with no mention of hardwood.
Tiled Floors
The listing mentions a tiled floor in both the toilet and the bathroom.
Laminate Flooring
Laminate flooring is explicitly mentioned on the first floor and in the bedrooms.
Carpeted Floors
All floors are described as PVC, laminate, or tiles; no carpet is mentioned.
Underfloor Heating
Heating is via a CV combi boiler; underfloor heating is not mentioned.
Walk In Closet
Storage consists of a trapkast and bergkast, no walk-in closet is mentioned.
Home Office
The third bedroom is specifically suggested as an ideal home office space.
Skylight
Windows mentioned are standard and a sliding door, but no skylights are referenced.
Exposed Beams
Ceilings are finished with plasterboard and spray work; no exposed beams are present.
Bay Window
The layout description does not include a bay window.
Private Indoor Pool
It is a standard family home with no mention of a pool.
Private Indoor Sauna
It is a standard family home with no mention of a sauna.
Built-In Wardrobes
The description mentions placing a wardrobe, implying freestanding rather than built-in.
French Doors
A sliding door is mentioned, but no French doors are described.
Ornamental Plasterwork
Walls have granol texture and ceilings are plain plasterboard without ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
Typical 1970s Dutch townhouse, no Scandinavian design elements mentioned.
Modern
Kitchen and bathroom are explicitly described as dated, despite having modern energy efficiency like Label A.
Industrial
Residential property with standard finishes, lacking industrial elements like exposed steel or concrete.
Mediterranean
Standard Dutch architecture with no Mediterranean elements such as terracotta or specific courtyard designs.
Classic
Built in 1975 with era-typical features like granol walls, updated with plastic window frames.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The house was built in 1975 and represents standard post-war suburban architecture, not a traditional or historic style.
Early 20th Century
The property was built in 1975, which is mid-to-late 20th century, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 1975, this is a classic example of mass-produced, functional post-war housing designed to accommodate population growth.
Modernist
While renovated with modern features like plastic window frames, the fundamental 1975 structure is standard suburban functionalism rather than architectural modernism.
Newly Build
The listing specifies it is 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) built in 1975.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Explicitly listed as 'Vaatwasser' in kitchen features.
Oven
Explicitly listed as 'Oven' in kitchen features.
Microwave
Not mentioned in the kitchen appliance list, while other appliances are explicitly listed.
Refrigerator
Listed as 'Koel-/Vriescombinatie' which includes a refrigerator.
Freezer
Listed as 'Koel-/Vriescombinatie' which includes a freezer compartment.
Kitchen Island
The text mentions potential for a kitchen island in a future renovation, but the current kitchen is U-shaped without an island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'iets wat uit het zicht onttrokken door de muur en bar' (partially hidden by a wall and bar), indicating it is not fully open plan.
Pantry
No pantry mentioned in the kitchen description. Storage is mentioned as a 'trapkast' in the hallway, not in the kitchen.
Stove
Explicitly listed as '4-pits inductiekookplaat' (4-burner induction cooktop).
Induction Stove
Explicitly stated as '4-pits inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop).
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned in the kitchen appliance list.
Boiling Water Tap
No mention of a boiling water tap such as Quooker in the listing.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions 'Afzuigkap' which is a standard extractor hood, not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
This is a single-family home (eengezinswoning/tussenwoning), so the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as older but in good condition, not as a high-end design kitchen. Standard U-shaped layout with basic appliances.
New Kitchen
The text explicitly mentions the kitchen's age and suggests creating 'een nieuwe droomkeuken' (a new dream kitchen), indicating the current kitchen is not new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing mentions parking on the property (in the garage) and public street parking.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a trapkast (cupboard under the stairs), a bergkast (storage closet) on the first floor, and a bergzolder (storage attic).
Garage
The listing explicitly states there is a detached stone garage at the back of the garden.
Automatic Garage Door
The description specifies that the garage is equipped with an electrically operated door (elektrisch bedienbare garagedeur).
Double Garage
The garage dimensions are given as 6.5 x 2.95 meters with a capacity of 1 car, indicating it is a single garage.
Attic
There is a storage attic (bergzolder) accessible from the third bedroom on the second floor.
Cellar
There is absolutely no mention of a cellar or basement in the property description or layout.
Bike Storage
The listing explicitly mentions that there is sufficient space for bicycles in the garage.
Covered Parking
The garage provides covered parking for a vehicle.
Underground Parking
The property is a 1975 terraced house with a detached garage at the back; there is no mention or indication of underground parking.
Ev Charging
While the garage has electricity, there is no specific mention of an EV charging station or installation.
Workshop
The listing explicitly mentions there is space for a workbench (werkbank) for DIYers in the garage.
Shed
The listing mentions a garage but does not mention a separate shed or outbuilding (schuurtje).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The property has its own garage and public parking is available; there is no mention of renting a separate parking spot.
Parkspot Sale Price
The garage is included with the property, and there is no mention of a separate parking spot being sold.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a standard terraced house (tussenwoning) with a detached garage. No mention of an owners association (VvE) is made, which is typical for this type of property in the Netherlands.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom' (Ownership situation: Full ownership).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
No owners association exists for this property.
Oa Annual Meeting
No owners association exists for this property.
Oa Fees
No owners association exists for this property.
Oa Reserve Fund
No owners association exists for this property.
Oa Maintenance Plan
No owners association exists for this property.
Oa Buildings Insurance
No owners association exists for this property.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a terraced house built in 1975 with no mention of an elevator.
Private Entrance
The property is a single-family terraced house with its own front door at street level.
Automatic Gate
There is an electric garage door, but no mention of an automatic gate for the pedestrian or vehicular entrance.
Gated Community
The house is located on a regular public street (De Leemput) in Halsteren.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has multiple flights of stairs to access the upper floors and attic, and the bathroom is described as dated without accessibility modifications.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The bathroom section explicitly states 'Praktisch is de wasmachineaansluiting' confirming a washing machine connection is present.
Laundry Room
No separate laundry room is mentioned anywhere in the listing. The washing machine connection is located in the bathroom, not a dedicated laundry space.
Dryer
No dryer is mentioned in the listing. Only a washing machine connection is referenced in the bathroom.
High Speed Internet
The listing explicitly mentions 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) in the features, which provides high-speed internet capability.
Fibre Internet
The features section explicitly lists 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) as a provision of the property.
Smart Home
No smart home features are mentioned. While the property has rolluiken (shutters) and an electric garage door, there is no indication these are smart/automated home systems.
Ventilation System
The toilet section mentions 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) and the bathroom has 'raampartij voor de natuurlijke ventilatie' (window for natural ventilation).
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned in the listing. This is not a common feature in Dutch homes and would typically be highlighted if present.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly includes 'zonnepanelen' (solar panels) in the provided amenities.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) and 'HR-glas' (high-efficiency glass) under insulation features.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies double glazing and HR-glass, but makes no mention of triple glazing, which is typically highlighted if present.
Wall Insulation
The listing explicitly lists 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation) under the insulation features.
Floor Insulation
Floor insulation is not listed in the specific isolation features provided (which mention roof, glass, and walls), suggesting it is likely absent despite the Energy Label A.
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly lists 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation) under the insulation features.
Heat Pump
The property is heated by a gas-fired combi-boiler (Remeha Avanta), not a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features UPVC window frames (kunststofkozijnen) for better thermal retention, roller shutters (rolluiken) to manage heat gain and loss, and a relatively modern 2020 Remeha Avanta gas combi-boiler, all contributing to its Energy Label A rating.
History
No history available for this listing.