Spacious and Energy-Efficient Family Home in Peaceful Noordhove
Key Features
Upsides
- Excellent energy efficiency with energy label A, 10 solar panels, full insulation, and a relatively new Intergas HR central heating boiler from 2016.
- Spacious living accommodation of 159 square meters with four generously sized bedrooms spanning the full width of the house and two complete bathrooms, ideal for families.
- Extended and modernized ground floor with a 43 square meter living room, 19 square meter kitchen with skylight, wide sliding doors, natural stone countertops, and high-quality built-in appliances.
- Practical outdoor space with a nearly 15 meter deep back garden and covered terrace, providing options for sun and shade throughout the day, plus a free-standing stone storage shed with electricity.
- Convenient location within walking distance of the Noord Aa nature and recreation area, while also being near schools, shops, public transport, and major highways including the A12.
Downsides
- The back garden is oriented to the north, which means limited direct sunlight throughout the day compared to south-facing gardens, potentially making the garden cooler and less ideal for sun-loving outdoor activities.
- No private parking is available with the property, as parking is only on public roads, which may be inconvenient for households with multiple cars.
- The relatively small plot size of 170 square meters offers less outdoor space than many comparable family homes, despite the generous back garden depth.
- The property is partially furnished (gedeeltelijk gestoffeerd), which means buyers may need to negotiate furniture removal or factor in disposal costs.
- The flat bitumen roof, while recently maintained, generally has a shorter lifespan compared to pitched roofs and may require more frequent maintenance or eventual replacement.
Description
This surprisingly spacious and excellently maintained terraced family home is situated on a quiet street in the beloved Noordhove district of Zoetermeer. Built in 1998, the property offers approximately 159 square meters of living space, providing ample room for a family to live comfortably for years to come.
The ground floor welcomes you with a spacious, well-kept, and practical entrance hall. Here you will find a fully tiled toilet room with a wall-mounted closet, the meter cupboard, and a convenient built-in storage closet for shoes, coats, and other items you prefer to keep out of sight. From the hall, you enter the living room, and it immediately becomes apparent just how much living space this home offers.
The extended living room measures approximately 43 square meters. The extension is noticeable in every aspect of the space. There is room for a generous seating area, a large dining table, and the gas fireplace provides warmth and ambiance on cold days.
The kitchen, approximately 19 square meters, is located at the garden side of the house. The two wall-mounted kitchen blocks have created a true living kitchen. The kitchen features natural stone countertops and various built-in appliances, including a 5-burner stainless steel cooking unit, a combination oven, and a dishwasher. The skylight above the extension provides beautiful natural light. Combined with the wide sliding doors, this extra daylight gives the space an open and almost conservatory-like feel.
The garden is nearly 15 meters long and excellently maintained. Because the garden is so large, you can choose between sun and shade throughout the entire day. The cozy covered terrace completes the outdoor space, allowing you to sit outside for hours.
The first floor features two spacious bedrooms, approximately 14 and 16 square meters respectively, both spanning the full width of the house. The bedroom at the rear has access to the balcony. Centrally located on this floor is the complete bathroom, approximately 8 square meters, fully tiled and equipped with a double vanity unit, a bathtub, a walk-in shower, a second toilet, and a towel radiator.
The second floor surprises once again with space. Two large bedrooms, approximately 14 and 18 square meters, make this floor ideal for larger families, home workers, or as hobby rooms. The second bathroom, approximately 2 square meters, is practical and features a shower cubicle and a sink. From here, you reach the practical laundry room with the C.V. installation. Everything is intelligently designed so that living here feels not only comfortable but also logical and practical in daily life.
This home has been extended, upgraded, and modernized over the years. The Kunststof window frames with HR++ glass, electrically operated rolluiken, 10 solar panels installed in 2017, and energy label A ensure comfortable and energy-efficient living. The roof covering on the main building was renewed in 2022 and on the extension in 2016. The central heating system is an Intergas HR combination boiler from 2016, owned by the homeowner.
The property is located within walking distance of the Noord Aa nature and recreation area, as well as near schools, shops, various facilities, public transport, and highways (Zoetermeer ring road and A12).
The plot measures approximately 170 square meters. The back garden is 73 square meters (14.50 meters deep and 5.00 meters wide), located on the north side and accessible via a back entrance. There is a free-standing stone storage shed with electricity. Parking is available on public roads.
The property is offered fully furnished with the exception of personal belongings. Acceptance is by mutual agreement.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
First bathroom has an inloopdouche (walk-in shower) and second bathroom has a douchecabine (shower cabin).
Bathtub
First bathroom features a ligbad (bathtub).
Guest Toilet
Ground floor has a fully tiled separate toilet room with hanging closet, distinct from the bathrooms.
Heated Towel Rail
First bathroom includes a handdoekradiator (towel radiator).
Bidet
No mention of a bidet anywhere in the listing.
His And Hers Sinks
First bathroom features a dubbel wastafelmeubel (double washbasil unit).
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The description mentions a balcony at the rear of the house on the first floor, with access from the bedroom.
Rear Garden
Explicitly mentioned as 'achtertuin' of 73 m², 14.50 meters deep and 5.00 meters wide, located on the north with back entrance.
Front Garden
Listed under 'Tuin' section as both 'achtertuin en voortuin' (back and front garden).
Side Garden
No side garden is explicitly mentioned in the listing.
Terrace
The description mentions 'overdekte terras' (covered terrace) in the garden where you can sit for hours.
Rooftop Terrace
Features section explicitly states 'Dakterras aanwezig' (rooftop terrace present).
Barbecue Area
No explicit mention of a barbecue area in the listing.
Veranda
The 'overdekte terras' (covered terrace) functions similarly to a veranda.
Guest House
No guest house mentioned; only a freestanding stone storage shed.
Waterfront
House is near 'Noord Aa' nature and recreation area but not on a waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small 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 or expected in Zoetermeer.
Remarkable City View
No city view explicitly mentioned.
Remarkable Garden View
The back garden is well-maintained and about 15 meters long, but not described as remarkable.
Remarkable Sea View
No sea view mentioned; this is an inland location in Zoetermeer.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view mentioned.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark view mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned anywhere in the listing. The property relies on central heating (CV-ketel), the gas fireplace for ambiance and supplemental heat, and mechanical ventilation for air circulation. Dutch homes rarely include AC systems.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions: 'Cv-ketel Intergas HR (gas gestookt combiketel uit 2016, eigendom)' - confirming a gas-fired combination central heating system from 2016 that is owned by the homeowner. The property also has a gas fireplace as secondary heating.
Fireplace
The listing specifically mentions 'De royale woonkamer met sfeervolle gashaard' (the spacious living room with cozy gas fireplace) and 'de gashaard zorgt voor warmte en sfeer op koude dagen' (the gas fireplace provides warmth and ambiance on cold days).
Tiled Floors
The listing explicitly mentions 'volledig betegelde toiletruimte' (fully tiled toilet) and 'volledig betegeld en ingericht' for the main bathroom, confirming tiled floors in these areas.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned in the listing. The property has central heating radiators (implied by the CV-ketel system) and a towel radiator in the bathroom. No evidence of underfloor heating installation.
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned. The listing describes 'handige vaste kast voor schoenen, jassen' (handy built-in closet for shoes and coats) in the hall, but no dedicated walk-in closet is noted for the bedrooms.
Skylight
The listing explicitly states: 'De lichtstraat boven de uitbouw zorgt voor een prachtige natuurlijke lichtinval' (the skylight above the extension provides beautiful natural light). This confirms a skylight installation in the kitchen area.
Exposed Beams
The listing does not mention exposed beams or any attic-style ceilings. The house has a flat roof with bituminous covering ('plat dak bedekt met bitumineuze dakbedekking'), and the construction appears conventional.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned in the listing. The windows are described as part of the kunststof kozijnen (plastic frames) with HR++ glass, and the living room has a wide sliding door to the garden, but no bay window configuration is described.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool is mentioned anywhere in this listing. The property is a standard terraced family home with a garden of 73m². Pool facilities are not typical for this type of Dutch suburban property.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the listing. The property has two bathrooms but none include sauna facilities.
French Doors
The listing describes 'brede schuifpui' (wide sliding door) leading to the garden, not French doors. French doors are typically double doors that open outward or inward, which is different from a sliding mechanism.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The listing does not describe any ornamental plasterwork, crown molding, or decorative ceiling details. The property is described with modern finishes and practical design rather than decorative architectural details.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing emphasizes modern comfort, energy efficiency, and spacious living. While the property is well-maintained with contemporary features like solar panels and HR++ glass, there's no specific mention of Scandinavian design elements such as light wood, minimalism, or specific color palettes. The overall aesthetic described leans more toward generic modern Dutch residential style.
Modern
This property scores very high on modern features. Built in 1998 with extensions and renovations, it includes 10 solar panels (installed 2017), HR++ double glazing, electric shutters, complete insulation (energylabel A), modern kitchen with stone countertops and built-in appliances, two complete bathrooms with walk-in shower, gas fireplace, and mechanical ventilation. The property is described as 'instapklaar' (ready to move in).
Industrial
No industrial design elements are mentioned in this listing. The property features a traditional Dutch terraced house layout with residential finishes including natural stone kitchen countertops, tiled bathrooms, and a garden with covered terrace. No exposed brick, metal accents, or warehouse-style elements are described.
Mediterranean
The property is located in the Netherlands (Zoetermeer) in a Dutch suburban neighborhood with standard Dutch residential architecture. There's no mention of Mediterranean elements such as terracotta colors, tile roofs, outdoor kitchens, or warm color palettes typically associated with Mediterranean style.
Classic
The house was built in 1998, which is relatively modern construction. However, it has been extended and renovated over the years. The gas fireplace adds a traditional element, and the overall layout with three floors and multiple bedrooms reflects classic Dutch family home design. The combination of original structure with modern updates gives it some classic character.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
House is from 1998 with modern renovations; not a traditional or historic building.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1998, clearly not an early 20th century building.
Post War Functional
While built after WWII, this is a well-maintained family home with quality renovations, not a typical mass-produced post-war functional building.
Modernist
The house features modern elements: renovated kitchen with natural stone countertops, HR++ glass, 10 solar panels, modern bathroom fittings, and a contemporary feel throughout.
Newly Build
Built in 1998, not a new construction. Although well-maintained and renovated, it does not appear newly built.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Vaatwasser explicitly mentioned in kitchen appliances list.
Oven
Combi-oven mentioned as kitchen appliance.
Microwave
Combi-oven is a combination oven/microwave unit.
Refrigerator
No refrigerator mentioned anywhere in the listing. Only dishwasher, oven, and cooktop are listed as built-in appliances.
Freezer
No freezer mentioned in the listing or kitchen appliances.
Kitchen Island
Kitchen described as 'twee wandopgestelde blokken' (two wall-mounted blocks) with no mention of a central island.
Pantry
No dedicated pantry mentioned. Only a 'wasruimte' (utility room) and 'praktische bergruimte' are noted, not a pantry.
Stove
5-Pits RVS kookunit explicitly mentioned as kitchen appliance.
Induction Stove
Described as '5-Pits RVS kookunit' (stainless steel cooktop). No indication of induction technology. Typically induction would be mentioned specifically.
Build In Coffee Maker
No coffee maker mentioned in the list of kitchen appliances (5-pits cooktop, combi-oven, vaatwasser).
Boiling Water Tap
No boiling water tap (Quooker type) mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Shared Kitchen
Single-family home with private kitchen, no shared kitchen facilities.
Design Kitchen
Kitchen features natural stone countertops and is well-equipped but described with standard appliances (RVS kookunit) rather than premium or designer brands. No mention of high-end kitchen brands or premium design elements.
New Kitchen
Kitchen appears modern and well-maintained with quality features like natural stone countertops. Property described as 'gemoderniseerd' (modernized) but kitchen age not specifically stated. Not explicitly described as new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Openbaar parkeren is mentioned; no private parking on the property is described.
Storage Room
Vrijstaande stenen berging is explicitly mentioned under Bergruimte.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing features or description.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists on the property, so no automatic garage door is present.
Double Garage
No garage exists on the property.
Attic
The listing describes a three-story home with a flat roof (plat dak), and no attic is mentioned.
Cellar
No cellar or basement is mentioned in the listing.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned; only openbaar parkeren is listed.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
Ev Charging
Electric car charging is not mentioned in the listing description or features.
Shed
A vrijstaande stenen berging (freestanding brick shed) with elektra is explicitly listed under Bergruimte.
Rules
Owners Association
This is a single-family terraced house (tussenwoning) with freehold ownership (volle eigendom). The listing does not mention any owners association (VvE), which is typical for individual family homes in the Netherlands. No VvE information is disclosed.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (ownership situation: full ownership/freehold). This indicates freehold ownership, not leasehold.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
This is a 3-story terraced house (betweenwoning) with no elevator mentioned. Elevators are not standard in Dutch terraced houses.
Private Entrance
The house has its own front entrance, though as a betweenwoning it shares walls with neighboring properties. It also has a back entrance via the garden (achterom).
Automatic Gate
No automatic gate is mentioned. The listing states openbaar parkeren (public parking) and the garden is accessible via achterom (back passage), with a vrijstaande stenen berging (standalone stone storage).
Gated Community
The listing clearly states the location is in a woonwijk (residential neighborhood) with openbaar parkeren (public parking), indicating this is not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
This is a 3-story house (3 woonlagen) with bedrooms and bathrooms on multiple floors. No elevator or ramp is mentioned. The garden is oriented north. Multi-story layout with no accessibility features makes this not wheelchair accessible.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
A 'praktische wasruimte' (practical laundry room) is mentioned on the 2nd floor where the central heating system is also located. This suggests plumbing connections for laundry, though not explicitly stated.
Laundry Room
The listing explicitly states 'Vanuit hier bereik je de praktische wasruimte met de ook opstelling van de C.V.-installatie' - confirming a dedicated laundry room on the 2nd floor.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly lists 'Mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) under the features section.
Cable Tv
The listing explicitly mentions 'TV kabel' (cable TV) in the features section under Voorzieningen (facilities).
Water Softener
No mention of a water softener system in the listing description or features.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Explicitly mentioned: 10 zonnepanelen geplaatst in 2017 and confirmed in features section under voorzieningen.
Double Glazing
Explicitly mentioned: kunststof kozijnen met HR++ glas. HR++ is double glazing with improved insulation.
Triple Glazing
Only HR++ glass is mentioned, which is double glazing. No triple glazing is referenced.
Wall Insulation
Features section states 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated), which typically includes wall insulation. However, wall insulation is not explicitly called out separately.
Floor Insulation
Features section states 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated), which typically includes floor insulation. However, floor insulation is not explicitly called out separately.
Roof Insulation
Features section states 'Volledig geïsoleerd' and mentions roof work (dakbedekking vernieuwd in 2022). This indicates roof insulation is included.
Heat Pump
No heat pump mentioned. Listing specifies CV-ketel (Intergas HR combiketel from 2016) and gashaard as heating sources.
Home Battery
No home battery is mentioned in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Additional energy efficiency measures include: Kunststof (PVC) window frames, HR++ glass, electrically operated shutters (elektrische rolluiken), mechanical ventilation, and Energielabel A.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.