Renovated 1930s Semi-Detached Home Near Wageningse Eng Nature Area

The property is located on Dolderstraat in Wageningen, specifically in the Bovenbuurt neighborhood. This is a semi-detached house from 1932, which has been fully renovated since 2005 while preserving characteristic details from the original construction period.

The house is situated in a quiet, dead-end street that is only accessible to local traffic, providing a peaceful living environment. Despite the quiet location, it is conveniently close to various amenities including supermarkets and schools. The center of Wageningen can be reached by bicycle in about 10 minutes, and the A50 highway is easily accessible for those who need to travel further afield.

One of the notable features of this property is its proximity to nature. The Wageningse Eng walking area, forests, and floodplains are all within short walking distance. This makes the location particularly attractive for those who enjoy outdoor activities and natural surroundings.

The ground floor layout begins with an entrance through a hallway featuring a stained glass window, which adds a characteristic element from the 1930s period. The hallway also contains the meter cupboard and a deep understairs storage cupboard. A toilet with a window and small sink is located off the hallway, providing natural ventilation.

The living area is a through-living room, meaning it spans the full width of the house with windows on both the front and back, allowing plenty of natural light throughout the day. The open kitchen is arranged in an L-shape with a kitchen island, and is equipped with an induction cooktop, stainless steel extractor hood, dishwasher, freezer, refrigerator, and hot air oven. A skylight in the kitchen provides additional natural light. Both a sliding door and a regular door provide access to the garden.

A separate original storage room is accessible from the ground floor, which has been fitted with washing machine connections and has a loft space. The plumbing in this area has been renewed.

The first floor contains three bedrooms, all featuring dormer windows. The first bedroom has a dormer window and a side wall window. The second bedroom has a dormer window and a built-in closet. The third bedroom also has a dormer window and a built-in closet. The bathroom on this floor has a dormer window and a side wall window. It is equipped with a bathtub, a semi-circular shower cabin, a vanity unit, and a wall-hung toilet. The listing notes that the bathroom fixtures are dated.

The second floor consists of a large attic space with two skylight windows, offering the possibility to create an additional bedroom if desired. A storage compartment houses the central heating boiler installation.

The property includes a south-facing backyard with a depth of 16 meters and a width of 11 meters, totaling 176 square meters. The garden features a diverse range of planting, providing considerable privacy. The layout of the garden offers multiple spots to sit and enjoy the outdoor space. A freestanding wooden shed with electricity and concrete tiles is present in the garden. Additionally, there is a pond with a variety of natural aquatic life.

The front garden and side garden are also part of the property, contributing to the total plot size of 360 square meters. A carport provides covered parking on the property.

Regarding energy efficiency, the property has an energy label C. Various insulation measures have been implemented, including facade insulation, roof insulation, and double glazing. Some windows retain their original stained glass and have been fitted with secondary glazing, while the rest of the property has double glazing. The house is equipped with 8 solar panels, which contribute to reduced energy costs.

The meter cupboard has 9 circuit groups and 2 earth leakage switches. Heating and hot water are provided by a Vaillant Ecotec Plus gas-fired combination boiler from 2012, which is owned by the current owners. Additionally, an electric boiler is available for hot water.

The total living area is 120 square meters, with an additional 13 square meters of external storage space. The volume of the house is 426 cubic meters.

The property is offered with a cost buyer status, meaning the buyer is responsible for transfer taxes and notary fees. The transfer date is to be agreed upon.

The current owners have expressed their satisfaction with living in this house and friendly street. They highlight the convenience of being able to walk directly to the Wageningse Eng, forest, and floodplains from their quiet dead-end street, while the city center remains easily accessible by bicycle. They are only moving to fulfill a long-held dream but would otherwise have stayed in the property.