Characteristic 1930s Home with Free View and Modern Interior

This characteristic 1930s residence is located at Fop Smitstraat 45 in the municipality of Alblasserdam, an area known for its proximity to the famous UNESCO World Heritage site of Kinderdijk. The property presents an appealing combination of authentic period features on the exterior and a completely contemporary interior finish. The facade displays the beloved style elements typical of the 1930s construction period, with the charming roof structure being particularly prominent. Upon entering, residents will find an interior that has been fully modernized with smooth plastered walls and PVC herringbone flooring throughout the ground floor.

The entrance to the property begins with a vestibule that leads into the main hall. The hall measures approximately 3.00 by 2.20 meters and features PVC flooring, plastered walls, and a plastered ceiling. From the hall, there is access to the toilet room, the staircase to the first floor, a closet under the stairs, the meter cupboard, and the living room. The toilet room is neatly finished with tiled walls and floor, and includes a wall-hung toilet. The ceiling in this space is plastered.

The living room is pleasantly bright and spacious in layout, benefiting from the numerous windows at the front which ensure good natural light throughout the day. The focal point of the living area is an atmospheric wood-burning stove that serves as a central feature between the sitting and dining areas. French doors at the rear provide direct access to the garden, making the transition between indoor and outdoor living seamless. The living room measures approximately 8.12 by 3.99 to 3.36 meters and is finished with PVC flooring, plastered walls, and a plastered ceiling.

Situated at the rear of the ground floor is the kitchen, which is arranged in a straight setup complemented by a kitchen island. The kitchen is equipped with a Quooker instant boiling water tap, refrigerator, dishwasher, and combination microwave. At the island, there is a five-burner gas hob with an extractor hood and an oven. From the kitchen, there is access to the utility room. The kitchen space measures approximately 3.03 by 2.27 meters and maintains the same PVC flooring, plastered walls, and plastered ceiling as the living areas.

The utility room offers significant practical convenience with large storage cabinets and the connections for washing appliances. There is also an exterior door leading to the garden. This space measures approximately 2.80 by 2.52 meters and continues the consistent finish of PVC flooring and plastered walls and ceiling found throughout the ground floor.

The first floor is accessed via a staircase from the hall. The landing measures approximately 3.50 to 2.77 by 1.72 meters and has laminate flooring, a combination of plastered walls and wooden paneling, and a wooden ceiling. From the landing, there is access to three bedrooms, the bathroom, and via a loft ladder, the spacious storage attic where the central heating boiler is located.

The main bedroom is situated at the front of the property and offers a pleasant free view over the surrounding area. This room measures approximately 3.99 by 3.35 to 2.67 meters and features laminate flooring, a combination of plastered walls and wallpaper, and a wooden ceiling.

The second bedroom is located at the rear and features an attractive dormer window. This room measures approximately 4.12 by 2.67 meters with laminate flooring, wallpapered walls, and a wooden ceiling.

The third bedroom is also situated at the rear and provides access to the flat roof of the extension. This room measures approximately 3.20 by 3.02 to 2.76 meters and has the same finish as the other bedrooms with laminate flooring, wallpaper, and a wooden ceiling.

The bathroom on this floor offers complete comfort with both a walk-in shower and a bathtub, allowing residents to choose according to their preference. Additionally, there is a washbasin vanity unit and a second toilet. The bathroom measures approximately 2.67 by 2.21 meters and features tiled flooring, a combination of tiled and plastered walls, and a plastered ceiling.

The storage attic is accessible via a loft ladder from the landing and houses the central heating boiler. This provides additional space for storage purposes.

The outdoor space consists of a low-maintenance garden at the rear, laid out with a terrace, lawn, planted border, and a wooden storage shed measuring approximately 3.35 by 2.27 meters. Next to the shed, there is an additional terrace area that offers a pleasant spot to sit. At the side of the property, there is a path providing rear access, making it easy to reach the storage shed by bicycle.

The property is located in a protected city or village view, which helps maintain the characteristic appearance of the neighborhood. Across the road is the Rijzenwiel area, which offers pleasant walking opportunities, and there is also a nearby playground. Daily amenities such as shops, schools, public transport, and sports facilities are all located within a short distance of the property.

The property has a D energy label and the current insulation status is listed as no insulation. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler and a wood-burning stove, with hot water supplied by the central heating boiler. The boiler is an Intergas gas-fired combination boiler from 2020, which is owned. The property has a fiber optic cable connection and a chimney for the wood stove.

Parking is available on the public road. The total living area is 101 square meters, with an external storage space of 8 square meters. The total plot size is 139 square meters, consisting of two cadastral parcels: ALBLASSERDAM A 8453 measuring 130 square meters and ALBLASSERDAM A 8746 measuring 9 square meters, both in full ownership. The property volume is 375 cubic meters. The rear garden measures 48 square meters with a depth of 9.18 meters and a width of 7.79 meters, oriented to the northeast and accessible via a rear path.