Characterful 1920s Semi-Detached Home with Sunny Garden in Bussum

Fortlaan 24 is situated in a quiet and green residential area known as Het Spiegel in Bussum. This characterful semi-detached house from the 1920s offers a living area of 160 square meters and a plot of approximately 189 square meters. The property successfully combines authentic period details with modern comfort, having been extensively renovated and modernized in and after 2012.

The entrance to the property is through a characteristic side entrance leading into the hallway. Here you will find a closed wooden staircase that fits the period style of the home, an extensive meter cupboard, a modern toilet with washbasin, and access to the basement. The hallway serves as a pleasant and functional entrance that connects the living areas in a logical manner.

The living and dining room are arranged en suite and exude atmosphere and character. High ceilings, a beautiful herringbone parquet floor, and original fireplaces create a warm and inviting appearance. Both the living room and the dining room offer space for a wood-burning stove. At the front, double French doors provide access to the front garden, while the dining room at the rear connects to the back garden through double doors.

The open kitchen dates from 2013 and is connected to the dining room. It is equipped with a Quooker boiling water tap, a five-burner gas hob, an oven, an extractor hood, a dishwasher, and a refrigerator-freezer combination. The back garden can be reached directly from the kitchen.

The first floor is accessed via the closed staircase and features a beautiful herringbone floor with border that continues from the ground floor. At the front is the spacious, extra-wide master bedroom with a balcony and original fireplace. At the rear is a generous work or bedroom, also with a fireplace and balcony. These two rooms are separated by original en suite doors.

The bathroom at the rear of the first floor is fitted with underfloor heating, a bathtub, a double washbasin, and a walk-in shower. Additionally, there is a separate toilet on this floor.

The second floor is reached via a closed staircase and has a laminate floor. On the landing are the connections for a washing machine and dryer. Two spacious bedrooms are located here, as well as a second bathroom with a shower, washbasin, and toilet. The boiler (Remeha Avanta 28C from 2012) is located on the attic floor, which also provides additional storage space.

The property features both a sunny front and back garden, ensuring pleasant sun exposure throughout the day. The front and back gardens are connected by a path alongside the house, making the back garden easily accessible without having to go through the house. This design is particularly practical for families with bicycles and for garden maintenance, and it enhances the feeling of space and freedom.

The back garden offers plenty of privacy and is a pleasant place to relax or eat outdoors. There is also a freestanding wooden shed for storage. Parking is available on the public road.

The location of Fortlaan 24 is in a quiet and green residential environment with all amenities within easy reach. Schools, childcare facilities, sports clubs, shops, and the center of Bussum are all a short distance away. Naarden-Bussum station is within walking distance, and the roads to Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Amersfoort are excellently accessible.

The property is located in a protected townscape or villagescape, which adds to the charm and character of the area. The house has been well maintained and in December 2023 the interior was repainted (with the exception of the children's rooms) and the parquet floors were treated.

Significant improvements have been made to the property in recent years. The roof has been replaced and two dormer windows have been installed. Double glazing has been fitted, the window frames have been renewed, and the pointing on the front has been renewed. A fiber optic connection is available.

The energy label is C, valid until May 27, 2035. The property has insulation in the form of largely double glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. Heating and hot water are provided by a gas-fired CV boiler.

The building has a total volume of 596 cubic meters. In addition to the 160 square meters of living space, there is 11 square meters of other indoor space, 8 square meters of building-bound outdoor space, and 4 square meters of external storage space.

This semi-detached house from the 1920s offers four spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, making it an ideal family home. The combination of authentic period details such as high ceilings, en suite doors, fireplaces, and the herringbone parquet floor with modern amenities creates a comfortable living environment with character.

An age and asbestos clause applies to this property, which is standard for homes from this construction period. The property is offered at a price of 1,145,000 euros, costs for the buyer. Transfer is in consultation. The asking price per square meter is 7,156 euros.