Well-Maintained Semi-Detached Home with Energy Label A in Green Austerlitz
Key Features
Upsides
- Energy label A with 15 solar panels, ensuring low energy costs and environmental sustainability
- Multifunctional indoor space offering flexibility for home office, hobby room, or practice space
- Modern amenities including 2024 air conditioning, underfloor heating, and electric vehicle charging station
- Quiet green location in Austerlitz with excellent accessibility to major cities via A12 and A28 highways
- Southeast-facing backyard with multiple terraces and mature planting
Downsides
- Only three bedrooms, which may be limiting for families needing more sleeping space
- Central heating boiler from 2013 may require replacement in the near future
- Relatively small plot size of 196 m² for a property at this price point
- Backyard of 68 m² is modest in size
- Built in 1996, making it nearly 30 years old despite good maintenance
Description
This well-maintained semi-detached single-family home is situated in a quiet location in the green and wooded village of Austerlitz. The property features an indoor multifunctional space that previously served as a garage, a private driveway, and a sunny backyard facing southeast. The house offers a spacious and bright living room, three good-sized bedrooms, underfloor heating on the ground floor, air conditioning on the first floor, solar panels, and an energy label A rating. Thanks to the multifunctional space on the ground floor, this property provides various possibilities for working from home, a hobby room, or a practice space. The house is ready to move into without any additional work required.
Austerlitz is part of the municipality of Zeist and has a pleasant village character. The area is surrounded by forests with walking paths and cycling routes. Mountain biking opportunities are also abundantly available in the vicinity. The village itself offers amenities such as a primary school, restaurants, sports clubs including tennis, football, and padel, and local shops. The nearby towns of Driebergen and Zeist provide a more extensive range of facilities and services. Public transportation connections are good, with Driebergen-Zeist station offering direct connections to Amsterdam. Cities including Amersfoort, Utrecht, and Arnhem are easily accessible via major highways such as the A12 and A28.
The ground floor of the property begins with a covered entrance leading to the hall. The hall provides access to the meter cupboard, a toilet room with a fountain, and the staircase to the first floor. From the hall, the former garage is also reachable, which now functions as a multifunctional space. This room contains the connections for washing appliances and offers various usage possibilities depending on the needs of the new owner.
At the rear of the property is the spacious and garden-oriented living room. The living room features an oak parquet floor, a gas fireplace, a practical stair cupboard, and large windows with a sliding door leading directly to the backyard. This layout ensures plenty of natural light and creates a pleasant connection between the indoor and outdoor living spaces.
The spacious open kitchen is located at the front of the property and is arranged in a practical L-shape. The kitchen is equipped with various built-in appliances, including a four-burner gas cooktop, an extractor hood, an oven, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a Quooker instant boiling water tap. The entire ground floor benefits from underfloor heating, providing comfortable warmth throughout the colder months.
The first floor features a spacious landing that provides access to three bedrooms, the bathroom, a separate toilet room, and a storage and technical room housing the central heating boiler. The largest bedroom is located at the front of the property and includes a fitted wardrobe wall, a French balcony, and air conditioning that was installed in 2024. The two remaining bedrooms are situated at the rear of the property and are both of good size, providing ample space for family members or guests.
The modern bathroom is finished with a walk-in shower, a washbasin furniture unit, and a skylight that allows natural light to enter the space. A separate toilet room on this floor adds convenience for the household.
The well-maintained backyard is oriented to the southeast and features multiple terraces, mature planting, and a back entrance that provides access without going through the house. Thanks to this favorable orientation, the garden offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the sun throughout the day. At the front of the property, there is a private driveway with parking space and a charging station for an electric vehicle.
The property has several notable features that contribute to its appeal and value. It holds an energy label A rating, indicating high energy efficiency. Fifteen solar panels are installed on the roof, helping to reduce electricity costs. The air conditioning system was installed in 2024, providing modern climate control comfort. The windows are equipped with screens and electrically operated sun screens for convenience and insect protection. An awning at the rear of the ground floor is fitted with wind and sun sensors for automatic operation.
The central heating system is a Remeha Calenta 40L boiler from 2013, which is included in the purchase. Underfloor heating is present throughout the entire ground floor. The indoor multifunctional space or former garage adds flexibility to the property. The backyard features a southeast orientation and a back entrance. The private driveway includes a charging station for electric vehicles. The property is located in a quiet and green residential environment.
The property was built in 1996 and has a gable roof covered with tiles. The living area measures 135 square meters, with an additional 2 square meters of built-in outdoor space. The plot size is 196 square meters, and the total volume of the building is 496 cubic meters. The backyard measures 68 square meters, with a depth of 7.70 meters and a width of 8.80 meters.
The property is offered at a price of 748,000 euros, which is calculated at approximately 5,541 euros per square meter of living space. The transfer costs are to be paid by the buyer. The property is currently available, and the acceptance terms are to be discussed. The property is registered in the Land Registry under the designation ZEIST D 2303 and is held in full ownership.
The insulation of the property includes roof insulation, double glazing, and wall insulation, contributing to the favorable energy rating. Heating is provided by the central heating boiler combined with partial underfloor heating on the ground floor. Hot water is also supplied by the central heating boiler. The property is connected to a fiber optic cable for high-speed internet access.
The location offers a sheltered position on a quiet road within a wooded environment that is part of a residential neighborhood. Both front and back gardens are present, with the front garden providing the driveway and the back garden offering the outdoor living space. Parking is available on the private property as well as on public roads in the area. A stone-built storage space is attached to the property for additional storage needs.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions an 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the modern bathroom.
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned in the description or the list of bathroom features, which typically would be highlighted if present.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout description states the bathroom is accessed from the landing ('overloop'), not directly from a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions a ground floor toilet ('toiletruimte met fontein') and a separate toilet on the first floor.
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the bathroom description or features list.
Double Shower
The listing only refers to a single 'inloopdouche' with no mention of a double shower setup.
Shared Shower
The property is a single-family home ('eengezinswoning'), so there is no shared shower.
Shared Toilet
The property is a detached/semi-detached single-family home, meaning all facilities are private.
His And Hers Sinks
The features section explicitly lists 'Dubbele wastafel' (double sink) among the bathroom amenities.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly states the presence of a French balcony (Frans balkon).
Rear Garden
The listing details a 68 m2 southeast-facing rear garden (achtertuin).
Front Garden
The features section explicitly lists a front garden (voortuin).
Side Garden
There is no mention of a side garden in the property description.
Terrace
The listing states that the rear garden has multiple terraces (meerdere terrassen).
Rooftop Terrace
The property is a standard two-story house with no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
There is no guest house mentioned in the listing.
Waterfront
The property is located in a wooded village area, not on the water.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is in Austerlitz, Netherlands, which is a flat, wooded area with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is situated in a quiet, green, and wooded environment with no city skyline views.
Remarkable Garden View
The living room has large windows overlooking the garden, but it is a standard suburban garden, not a remarkably landscaped estate.
Remarkable Sea View
Austerlitz is an inland village, far from the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbor or significant water body near the property.
Remarkable Landmark View
No notable landmarks are visible from the property.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing explicitly states there is air conditioning on the upper floor, installed in 2024.
Central Heating
The listing mentions a Remeha Calenta 40L CV-ketel (central heating boiler) from 2013.
Fireplace
The listing explicitly mentions a 'gas open haard' (gas open fireplace) in the living room.
Hardwood Floors
The living room is described as having an 'eiken parketvloer' (oak parquet floor).
Laminate Flooring
The listing specifies an oak parquet floor in the living room but does not mention laminate flooring anywhere.
Carpeted Floors
There is no mention of carpeted floors in the description of the rooms.
Underfloor Heating
The listing explicitly states 'vloerverwarming op de gehele begane grond' (underfloor heating on the entire ground floor).
Walk In Closet
The largest bedroom has a 'vaste kastenwand' (fixed closet wall), but there is no mention of a walk-in closet.
Home Office
The listing explicitly mentions the multifunctional room on the ground floor offers possibilities for 'werken aan huis' (working from home).
Skylight
The listing states the modern bathroom has a 'dakraam voor lichtinval' (skylight for daylight).
Exposed Beams
There is no mention of exposed beams in the description of the interior.
Bay Window
The listing mentions large windows and a sliding door, but does not mention a bay window.
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of a private indoor pool.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of a private indoor sauna.
Built-In Wardrobes
The largest bedroom is described as having a 'vaste kastenwand', which translates to built-in wardrobes or a fixed closet wall.
French Doors
The listing mentions a 'Frans balkon' (French balcony) in the main bedroom, which typically implies the presence of French doors.
Ornamental Plasterwork
There is no mention of ornamental plasterwork, ceiling roses, or decorative molding in the listing.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a standard 1996 Dutch suburban home with oak parquet and a gas fireplace, with no mention of Scandinavian design elements such as minimalism, light woods, or specific Nordic styling.
Modern
While built in 1996, the property has several modern updates and features including a Quooker, air conditioning installed in 2024, electric screens, and solar panels, giving it a somewhat modernized feel, though the base layout is traditional.
Industrial
There are no industrial features mentioned, such as exposed brick, metal accents, concrete floors, or open ductwork.
Mediterranean
The property is a traditional Dutch terraced house in a wooded area, lacking any Mediterranean elements like terracotta tiles, stucco walls, or specific courtyard designs.
Classic
The home features an oak parquet floor and a gas fireplace, which are classic elements, combined with a traditional 1990s layout and a pitched roof with tiles.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The property was built in 1996, which does not qualify as traditional or historic.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1996, it is not an early 20th-century building.
Post War Functional
Built in 1996, it post-dates the post-war functional building period.
Modernist
Built in 1996, it is a standard contemporary suburban home rather than a distinct modernist architectural style.
Newly Build
The property was built in 1996, making it nearly 30 years old.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing lists several kitchen appliances (gas stove, extractor hood, oven, microwave, fridge, Quooker) but does not mention a dishwasher.
Oven
Explicitly listed as one of the built-in appliances in the kitchen.
Microwave
Explicitly listed as 'magnetron' among the built-in kitchen appliances.
Refrigerator
Explicitly listed as 'koelkast' among the built-in kitchen appliances.
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as being laid out in a practical L-shape; there is no mention of a kitchen island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The kitchen is described as an 'open keuken' which in Dutch real estate typically denotes an open-plan kitchen connected to the living area.
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry or storage closet inside the kitchen; storage is mentioned as a 'trapkast' in the living room.
Stove
Explicitly mentioned as a '4-pits gaskookplaat' (4-burner gas stove).
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly states it has a gas stove ('gaskookplaat'), not an induction stove.
Build In Coffee Maker
No mention of a built-in coffee maker in the list of kitchen appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Quooker', which is a well-known boiling water tap brand.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions an 'afzuigkap' (traditional extractor hood), not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a single-family home ('eengezinswoning'), so the kitchen is private and not shared.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as practical ('praktische L-vorm') with no mentions of luxury brands, high-end materials, or distinct design features.
New Kitchen
The house was built in 1996 and there is no mention of the kitchen being recently renovated or replaced.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing states 'eigen oprit met parkeergelegenheid' (own driveway with parking) and 'Op eigen terrein en openbaar parkeren'.
Storage Room
Listing mentions a 'berg-/technische ruimte' (storage/technical room) on the first floor and a 'praktische trapkast' (closet under stairs).
Garage
Listing mentions 'inpandige multifunctionele ruimte/garage' but clarifies it is a 'voormalige garage' (former garage) now used as multifunctional space.
Automatic Garage Door
No mention of automatic garage door; the garage has been converted to a multifunctional room.
Double Garage
No mention of a double garage; appears to be a single converted space.
Attic
No attic mentioned; listing describes only 2 living floors (begane grond and 1e verdieping).
Cellar
No cellar or basement mentioned in the listing.
Covered Parking
Only covered entrance mentioned, not covered parking; former garage is now a multifunctional space.
Underground Parking
Single-family home with no mention of underground parking.
Ev Charging
Listing explicitly states 'eigen oprit met laadpaal voor elektrische auto' (own driveway with EV charging station).
Workshop
Multifunctional space could potentially be used as workshop/hobby room, but no dedicated workshop is mentioned.
Shed
Listing mentions 'Schuur/berging' and 'Aangebouwde stenen berging' (attached stone shed/storage).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
This is a sale listing; no separate parking spot for rent mentioned.
Parkspot Sale Price
Parking is included with the property; no separate parking spot sale price mentioned.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a semi-detached single-family home ('geschakelde eengezinswoning') with 'Volle eigendom' (freehold). No VvE (owners association) is mentioned, which is typical for this type of dwelling in the Netherlands unless there is shared private land.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom', meaning it is freehold and not leasehold.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a 2-story terraced single-family house built in 1996, which does not mention an elevator.
Private Entrance
The property is a single-family terraced house with its own covered entrance ('overdekte entree') and private driveway.
Automatic Gate
The property has a private driveway but there is no mention of any gate, automatic or otherwise.
Gated Community
The house is located in a regular village neighborhood ('woonwijk') and not described as part of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has two living levels ('woonlagen') and essential rooms like bedrooms and the bathroom are located on the first floor, requiring the use of stairs. No wheelchair adaptations are mentioned.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
Only washing machine connections are mentioned, not the machine itself, which is typical as appliances usually do not stay.
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states 'aansluitingen voor wasapparatuur' (connections for washing appliances) in the multifunctional space.
Laundry Room
The washing connections are in a 'multifunctionele ruimte/garage' (multifunctional space/garage), not a dedicated laundry room.
High Speed Internet
Fiber optic cable is explicitly listed among the provisions, which guarantees high-speed internet.
Fibre Internet
The features list explicitly includes 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Smart Home
The property has electrically operated screens and an awning with wind/sun sensors, which are basic automations rather than a full integrated smart home system.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly states '15 zonnepanelen aanwezig' (15 solar panels present).
Double Glazing
The listing mentions 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) in the energy section.
Wall Insulation
The listing explicitly mentions 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation) in the energy section.
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly mentions 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation) in the energy section.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a gas-fired boiler (Remeha Calenta 40L from 2013) and does not mention a heat pump.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features Energy Label A, electrically operated screens, an automatic sun/wind sensor awning, and an EV charging station.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.