Luxury Life-Proof Detached Home Built in 2021 with Panoramic Roof Terrace and Sunlit Garden
Key Features
Upsides
- Life-proof ground floor layout with a bedroom and full bathroom on the ground floor, offering long-term flexibility and convenience
- Excellent energy performance with an A+ label, 15 solar panels, a heat pump, full insulation and no gas connection, resulting in very low running costs
- Spacious outdoor areas including a southwest-facing garden of approximately 128 m² and a large roof terrace of approximately 15 m²
- Attached garage with electric door, private driveway and an electric vehicle charging point, addressing multiple practical needs
- Built in 2021 as a fully detached home in a modern new-build neighbourhood with good access to amenities, roads and the German border
Downsides
- The asking price of €749,000 is relatively high for Brunssum and the broader Limburg region, which may limit the pool of eligible buyers
- The property is located in a new-build district, meaning the surrounding neighbourhood may still be developing and lacks the maturity of established residential areas
- A plat roof covered with bituminous membrane carries a slightly higher risk of water ingress or maintenance needs compared to pitched roofs, and it may not appeal to all buyers aesthetically
- Public parking is the only option outside the garage, which could be a limitation for households with multiple vehicles
- While the plot at 483 m² is generous, the living area of 147 m² is moderate for a detached house at this price point, meaning buyers are paying a premium for the land and the premium finishes rather than exceptionally large interior dimensions
Description
This detached house was constructed in 2021 and is situated in the desirable Emma district of Brunssum, a popular new-build neighbourhood known for its quiet residential character and strong sense of community. The property sits on a generous plot of 483 m² and offers 147 m² of living space spread across two floors, making it well suited for families, couples or anyone seeking generous room to live comfortably.
On the ground floor, the entrance hall leads into a spacious open-plan layout where the living room and kitchen flow seamlessly into one another. The entire ground floor is finished with tiles and equipped with underfloor heating, providing a warm and consistent indoor climate throughout. The living room is bright and airy, thanks to large windows and a set of double doors that open directly onto the rear garden. The open kitchen is fully equipped with a cooking island that doubles as a bar area, a built-in induction hob with an extractor hood set into a lowered ceiling, a combination oven, a dishwasher and a large American-style refrigerator with a freezer compartment. A built-in coffee corner and a wall of fitted cabinets complete the kitchen. A practical utility room with space for a washing machine and dryer is accessed from the kitchen.
One of the most notable features of this home is its life-proof ground floor layout. A bedroom on the ground floor measures approximately 3.35 to 4.83 m in length and 5.94 to 2.10 m in width, and it includes an en-suite bathroom that is fully tiled and equipped with a shower, a vanity unit with a washbasin and a toilet. This arrangement allows for single-level living without compromise, which is increasingly valued by buyers at various stages of life.
The first floor is accessed via the staircase from the entrance hall and opens onto a landing that provides access to two additional bedrooms and a second luxury bathroom. The master bedroom measures approximately 2.40 m by 4.60 m and features laminate flooring and double doors that open onto a spacious roof terrace measuring roughly 1.93 m by 7.90 m. The second bedroom is approximately 3.40 m by 4.60 to 2.40 m and also has access to the same roof terrace. The second bathroom measures approximately 2.19 m by 2.40 m and is finished to a high standard with a walk-in shower, a vanity unit with a washbasin and a toilet.
The rear garden measures approximately 128 m², with a depth of 15.22 m and a width of 8.41 m. It is fully enclosed and faces southwest, an orientation that maximises exposure to sunlight throughout the afternoon and evening. The garden is laid out with a paved terrace, part of which is covered by a pergola or overhang, and a generous lawn area. A side passage provides access to a neatly landscaped front garden and a paved driveway leading to the garage.
The property has an A+ energy label and is entirely gas-free. Heating and cooling are managed through a heat pump system, supplemented by underfloor heating on the ground floor and air conditioning units on the first floor. Domestic hot water is supplied by a 300-litre electric boiler. Fifteen photovoltaic panels are installed on the roof, contributing to the home's energy efficiency. All window frames are made of durable uPVC and fitted with double glazing. The walls, floor and roof are all insulated to modern standards.
The attached garage measures approximately 6.01 m by 3.83 m and is equipped with an electric sectional door and a power connection. It also houses the central heating system, installed in 2021 and owned outright. An electric vehicle charging point is present on the property, adding further convenience for owners of electric cars.
The location of this property is another strong point. Emma is a newly developed neighbourhood in Brunssum, a town in the southeastern part of the Netherlands close to the German border. Daily amenities such as supermarkets, schools, sports facilities and public transport options are all within easy reach. The town centre of Brunssum and healthcare services are a short distance away. Major roads provide straightforward access to the nearby cities of Heerlen and Maastricht, and the German border is also within close proximity. A network of cycling and walking paths connects the neighbourhood to surrounding areas, enhancing the overall quality of life for residents.
In terms of layout and space, the property offers seven rooms in total, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms, along with a separate toilet. The combined living and kitchen area on the ground floor provides a generous open-plan space ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The roof terrace adds valuable outdoor living space on the first floor, while the ground floor bedroom and bathroom provide practical flexibility for the long term.
The asking price is €749,000, excluding transfer costs. The cadastral reference for the plot is BRUNSSUM F 483, and the property is held in full ownership. A deposit or bank guarantee of 10% of the purchase price is required from the buyer within two weeks after the financing clause has expired.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Ground floor bathroom has a 'douche' and first floor bathroom has an 'inloopdouche'. Both bathrooms include shower facilities.
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned anywhere in the listing. Both bathrooms feature showers, sinks, and toilets, but no bathtub.
Ensuite Bathroom
The ground floor bedroom (3.35/4.83*5.94/2.10m) is described as having an 'ensuite de volledig betegelde badkamer' with shower, sink, and toilet.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly states 'separaat half betegeld toilet met fonteintje' (separate half-tiled toilet with small sink) on the ground floor.
Heated Towel Rail
No mention of a heated towel rail anywhere in the listing. Only mentions sinks with furniture and standard bathroom fixtures.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned anywhere in the listing. Bathrooms feature toilets, showers, and sinks only.
Double Shower
No indication of a double shower. Each bathroom contains one shower facility.
Shared Shower
This is a private single-family home. Each bathroom has its own shower. No shared facilities.
Shared Toilet
This is a private single-family home. Each bathroom has its own toilet. No shared facilities.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The listing states 'plavuizen met vloerverwarming die doorloopt over de gehele begane grond' (ceramic tiles with underfloor heating that continues throughout the entire ground floor), which includes the bathrooms.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No traditional balcony mentioned; the outdoor space is a rooftop terrace (dakterras) rather than a balcony.
Rear Garden
Back garden (achtertuin) explicitly mentioned as 128m², southwest facing with lawn and paved terrace.
Front Garden
Front garden (voortuin) mentioned as beautifully landscaped with path to entrance.
Side Garden
Side garden (zijtuin) mentioned with gate access to front garden and garage.
Terrace
Back garden has a paved (beklinkerd), partially covered terrace seamlessly connected to lawn.
Rooftop Terrace
Roof terrace (dakterras) of 1.93×7.90m explicitly mentioned on first floor with access from both bedrooms.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
Garden described as 'volledig omsloten' (fully enclosed) providing privacy.
Patio
Paved terrace area described; could qualify as patio space.
Veranda
Terrace is mentioned as partially covered, but no explicit veranda described.
Guest House
No guest house mentioned.
Waterfront
No waterfront property.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
No mountain view mentioned.
Remarkable City View
No city view mentioned.
Remarkable Garden View
Garden view present but not described as remarkable.
Remarkable Sea View
No sea view mentioned.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view mentioned.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark view mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Explicitly mentioned in description as 'airco/inverter' and in features list as 'Airconditioning'.
Central Heating
The house has a heat pump system (warmtepomp) and entire floor heating (gehele vloerverwarming) which serves as the central heating system for the entire house.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the description. The house is modern with underfloor heating and no mention of any fireplace, hearth, or wood stove.
Hardwood Floors
Ground floor has tiles (plavuizen) and bedrooms have laminate (laminaat). No hardwood floors mentioned anywhere in the description.
Tiled Floors
Explicitly mentioned: 'plavuizen met vloerverwarming' (tiles with floor heating) covering the entire ground floor.
Laminate Flooring
Explicitly mentioned: bedrooms on first floor are 'voorzien van laminaat' (equipped with laminate flooring).
Carpeted Floors
No carpet mentioned. Ground floor is tiles, bedrooms are laminate. No carpeted areas described.
Underfloor Heating
Explicitly mentioned multiple times: 'plavuizen met vloerverwarming die doorloopt over de gehele begane grond' and 'Gehele vloerverwarming' (entire floor heating) as part of the energy system.
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet mentioned in the description. While there is a 'kastenwand' (wall of cabinets) in the kitchen, this is not a walk-in closet. Bedrooms do not mention any closet specifics.
Skylight
No skylight mentioned. The house has a flat roof ('plat dak bedekt met bitumineuze dakbedekking') and large windows for natural light, but no skylights specifically mentioned.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned. The house has a flat roof and modern finishes throughout. No wooden beams or exposed structural elements described.
Bay Window
No bay window specifically mentioned. The description mentions 'grote raampartijen' (large window panels) and French doors, but no bay window.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool mentioned anywhere in the description or features list. The listing focuses on the garden and terrace areas, but no indoor or outdoor pool is described.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned in the description or features list. Neither bathroom descriptions mention any sauna facilities.
French Doors
Explicitly mentioned: 'openslaande deuren naar de achtertuin' (French doors to the rear garden) and on the first floor both bedrooms have 'openslaande deur naar het royale dakterras' (French door to the terrace).
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork mentioned. The house is described as modern with 'Luxe afgewerkte' (luxury finished) clean lines and contemporary styling, with no mention of decorative moldings or ornamental details.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The house has modern sustainable features (solar panels, heat pump, gasless) and clean finishes that align somewhat with Scandinavian design principles of simplicity and sustainability, but no specific Scandinavian style elements are explicitly mentioned.
Modern
Built in 2021 with modern kitchen (cooking island, built-in appliances including American fridge-freezer), air conditioning, solar panels, heat pump, underfloor heating, open layout, and contemporary finishes throughout. Clearly a modern new-build house.
Industrial
No industrial elements mentioned. The house has luxury finishes with tiles and laminate flooring, modern kitchen, and no exposed brick or industrial materials.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean style elements mentioned. The house is a Dutch new-build in Brunssum with no Mediterranean architectural features or design cues.
Classic
As a detached house with good proportions and 2 bathrooms, it shares some timeless qualities with classic homes, but it is primarily a modern new-build with contemporary features.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 2021, modern construction with contemporary finishes; not traditional or historic.
Early 20th Century
Built in 2021, not an early 20th century style.
Post War Functional
Built in 2021, not post-war functional style.
Modernist
Built in 2021 with flat roof, contemporary finishes, open plan layout, kunststof kozijnen, modern kitchen; clearly modernist.
Newly Build
Explicitly states built in 2021 in new residential area 'Emma', all systems from 2021.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Explicitly mentioned 'vaatwasser' as part of kitchen equipment
Oven
Explicitly mentioned 'combi-oven' in kitchen equipment list
Microwave
Combi-oven is a combination oven/microwave unit
Refrigerator
Explicitly mentioned 'ingebouwde Amerikaanse koelkast' (built-in American fridge)
Freezer
American fridge comes with freezer section as mentioned 'met diepvries'
Kitchen Island
Explicitly mentioned 'kook- spoeleiland' (cooking and sink island) with bar seating area
Open Plan Kitchen
Described as 'staat in open verbinding met de complete moderne keuken' (open connection with the complete modern kitchen)
Pantry
Explicitly mentions 'bijkeuken met witgoedaansluiting' (utility room with white goods connections) adjacent to kitchen
Stove
Explicitly mentioned 'inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop)
Induction Stove
Explicitly states 'inductiekookplaat' in kitchen description
Build In Coffee Maker
No mention of built-in coffee maker in the listing
Boiling Water Tap
No mention of boiling water tap (e.g., Quooker) in the listing
Downdraft Extractor
Extraction is mentioned as being in the lowered ceiling, not a downdraft extractor
Shared Kitchen
This is a single-family home with private kitchen
Design Kitchen
Kitchen described as 'Luxe afgewerkt' and 'complete moderne keuken' with high-end built-in appliances and cooking island
New Kitchen
Property built in 2021, kitchen is part of original construction with modern equipment
Parking & Storage
Parking
Public parking is explicitly mentioned under 'Soort parkeergelegenheid: Openbaar parkeren'.
Storage Room
No dedicated storage room mentioned. There is a bijkeuken (utility room) which could serve some storage function, but not a dedicated storage room.
Garage
An inpandige garage (indoor garage) is explicitly mentioned with dimensions 6.01*3.83m and capacity for 1 car.
Automatic Garage Door
The garage is explicitly described as having an 'elektrische sectionaalpoort' (electric sectional door).
Double Garage
The garage is described as having capacity for only 1 auto (1 auto).
Attic
No attic is mentioned in the listing. The house has 2 woonlagen (living floors) but no attic space is described.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned anywhere in the description or specifications.
Covered Parking
The inpandige garage provides covered parking for 1 car.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned. Only a standard inpandige garage is described.
Ev Charging
The listing explicitly states 'Laadpaal aanwezig' (charging station present) under 'Waarom deze woning?'.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned. The garage is used for parking and CV ketel/opstelplaats. The bijkeuken has white goods connections.
Shed
No shed is mentioned. The garden (128 m²) is described with a paved terrace and lawn, but no garden shed/storage.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
This is a 2-storey single-family house. Houses typically do not have elevators, and none is mentioned in the listing.
Private Entrance
This is a standalone single-family house with its own private entrance. The listing describes an 'entree' (entrance hall) with meter cupboard.
Gated Community
The listing describes the property as being in a 'nieuwbouwwijk Emma' (newbuild neighborhood) in Brunssum. While the garden is fully enclosed for privacy, there is no mention of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The listing explicitly describes the property as 'LEVENSLOOPBESTENDIG' (life-proof) with a bedroom and fully tiled bathroom on the ground floor. This ground-floor bedroom and bathroom setup makes the home highly wheelchair accessible.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
No explicit mention of a washing machine being present. The listing mentions 'witgoedaansluiting' (white goods connections) in the bijkeuken (utility room), which implies connections are available but not that a washing machine is included.
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states 'bijkeuken met witgoedaansluiting' (utility room with white goods connections), which clearly indicates washing machine connections are present.
Laundry Room
The listing mentions a 'bijkeuken' (utility room/pantry) adjacent to the kitchen, which serves as a laundry room.
Smart Home
No mention of smart home technology. The listing mentions 'airco/inverter' (air conditioning/inverter) and modern features like the induction cooktop and American refrigerator, but these are not smart home features.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly states under 'Voorzieningen' (Facilities) that there is 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation).
Cable Tv
The listing explicitly states under 'Voorzieningen' (Facilities) that there is 'TV kabel' (cable TV).
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Explicitly stated: 15 zonnepanelen mentioned both in description and features list under voorzieningen.
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated: 'kunststof kozijnen met dubbele beglazing' in description and listed under isolatie in features.
Triple Glazing
No mention of triple glazing anywhere; only double glazing is mentioned.
Wall Insulation
Explicitly listed under isolatie: 'muurisolatie' in the features section.
Floor Insulation
Explicitly listed under isolatie: 'vloerisolatie' in the features section.
Roof Insulation
Explicitly listed under isolatie: 'dakisolatie' and 'plat dak bedekt met bitumineuze dakbedekking' in features.
Heat Pump
Explicitly stated in description: 'warmtepomp' and listed under verwarming in features.
Home Battery
No mention of home battery anywhere in listing; only a 300-liter electric boiler is mentioned.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Multiple additional measures mentioned: electric boiler (300 liter), airconditioning/inverter, EV charging point (laadpaal), gas-free design (gasloos), mechanical ventilation, full floor heating (vloerverwarming), and energy label A+. The property is completely gas-free with comprehensive insulation across all building elements.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.