Well-maintained semi-detached home with garage and extension in Joure

The property at De Ulekamp 42 in Joure is a well-maintained semi-detached residence originally built around 1975. This home is situated in an attractive residential location near the center of Joure, in the Westermeer area. Joure, known in Friesian as De Jouwer, is a vibrant village with urban charm and serves as the main town of the municipality De Fryske Marren. The village is famous as the birthplace of Douwe Egberts coffee, the annual Frisian Balloon Festival, and the historic Midstraat. The town center offers numerous shops, specialty stores, hospitality venues, and the atmospheric Museum Joure. The location combines a rich trading history with a green, water-rich environment featuring a cozy marina and the adjacent Park Heremastate.

The ground floor layout begins with an entrance hall equipped with a toilet with washbasin and a practical stair cupboard. From the hall, you have access to the ground floor bathroom and the living area. The bathroom is fitted with a shower cabin and a vanity unit. The living area consists of the living room with laminate flooring, the back room which can serve as a dining room and was formerly used as a bedroom, and the open kitchen. The open kitchen features a gas cooktop, extractor hood, oven, dishwasher, and refrigerator. A tiled floor has been laid in the kitchen area.

Through a passageway, you reach the utility room with connections for a washing machine and dryer. Behind the utility room is the internally accessible garage, with a practical carport in front of it. From the dining room, you can also access the well-maintained backyard, which is perfectly oriented to catch the sun.

The first floor contains a landing with a dormer window, a separate toilet, and two bedrooms, both featuring built-in closet space. The second floor comprises an attic storage space accessible via a hatch.

The backyard has a favorable south-west orientation and is laid out with a lawn, a terrace, and hedge sections. The windows on the rear side of the property are equipped with electric screens, providing shade during sunny periods.

General features of this property include six solar panels installed in 2022, a garage with carport, partially plastic window frames, and partially HR++ insulating glass combined with partially double glazing. The front facade windows were replaced in 2018 and the rear facade windows in 2019. Cavity wall insulation was added in 2021, and crawl space insulation was installed in 2018. A water softener was added in 2024. The heating system is a Remeha combi-central heating boiler from 2023. The electrical panel has also been renewed.

The property has a living area of 100 square meters, with additional indoor space of 22 square meters, building-bound outdoor space of 17 square meters, and external storage of 1 square meter. The total plot size is 300 square meters, with a building volume of 454 cubic meters. The backyard specifically measures 81 square meters, with dimensions of 11.50 meters in depth and 7.00 meters in width.

The property has an energy label C and features roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. Heating and hot water are provided by the CV boiler. The property is located on a quiet road in a residential area. Parking is available on the property's own grounds. The garage is an attached brick garage with electricity, offering space for one car.

The property is classified as a single-family home, specifically a semi-detached dwelling. The building type is existing construction from 1975, with a saddle roof covered with tiles. The property is partially furnished. There are four rooms in total, including two bedrooms. There is one bathroom and two separate toilets. Bathroom facilities include a shower and vanity unit. The property has two residential levels plus an attic space. Additional amenities include a skylight, mechanical ventilation, and TV cable connection.

The cadastral designation is JOURE D 671, with a plot area of 300 square meters under full ownership.

The ground floor bathroom arrangement offers flexibility, as the former bedroom space could potentially be used as a bedroom again if desired. This creates possibilities for single-level living or for accommodating guests on the ground floor. The presence of a toilet on each floor adds to the practicality of the layout.

The energy efficiency measures that have been implemented over recent years, including the solar panels, insulation upgrades, and modern heating boiler, contribute to lower energy costs and improved comfort. The water softener installed in 2024 provides additional convenience for the plumbing system and appliances.

The combination of the garage and carport offers covered parking and additional storage space. The backyard orientation towards the south-west ensures ample sunlight throughout the afternoon and evening hours, making the outdoor space pleasant for use during warmer months.

The location in Joure provides access to local amenities while maintaining a residential setting. The village offers a range of services and activities, with the water-rich surroundings providing recreational opportunities. The proximity to the center allows for convenient access to shopping and dining options.