Spacious detached family home with double garage and five bedrooms in Alphen

This spacious detached residence is situated on Goedentijd in Alphen, North Brabant, positioned on one of the main access roads of the village. The property is set on a generous plot of 528 square metres and offers a total living area of approximately 147 square metres. The house was originally built in 1966 and has since been maintained and partially updated to serve modern living requirements. The volume of the residence measures around 733 cubic metres, providing ample space for a family or individuals seeking room to pursue hobbies or work from home.

The ground floor layout has been designed with practicality and flexibility in mind. Upon entering through the front door, you arrive in the hall where the meter cupboard is located, featuring an earth leakage switch and six lighting circuits. A fixed staircase leads to the first floor from this central point. The living room spans approximately 30 square metres and benefits from large windows at both the front and rear, ensuring good natural light throughout the day. A fireplace with a built-in wood burning stove serves as a focal point in the room, providing both atmospheric warmth and practical heating during colder months.

Adjacent to the living room is the kitchen, which has a U-shaped layout covering over 13 square metres. The kitchen is equipped with a double sink positioned to offer views of the rear garden. Storage is provided through a combination of upper and lower cabinets along with drawers. The appliances include a five-burner gas hob with hood and a refrigerator. From the kitchen, access is gained to the utility room, which according to local Brabant tradition functions as the daily entrance to the home. The utility room contains connections for a washing machine and tumble dryer, along with additional storage cupboards.

From the utility room, there is access to a ground floor toilet which still has shower facilities in place. This arrangement, combined with the adjacent office or bedroom space, makes the property suitable for those seeking a degree of future-proof living or ground floor sleeping accommodation. The office or bedroom is currently used as a workspace but could readily serve as a children's playroom or ground floor bedroom. A cupboard in this room houses the central heating boiler, which dates from approximately 2016 and is an ATAG gas-fired combination unit.

On the left side of the property stands a substantial double garage measuring approximately 5.74 by 7.87 metres. The two up-and-over doors are electrically operated, and there is parking space for two vehicles in front of the garage. The garage includes a storage attic above and provides access to the rear garden. This space offers significant potential for use beyond vehicle storage, whether for hobbies, a workshop, or additional storage needs.

The first floor is reached via the fixed staircase in the hall, leading to a landing with an open void. Four bedrooms are situated on this level, along with a bathroom. The principal bedroom is located on the right side of the property and measures approximately 2.05 by 4.02 to 6.33 metres. Built-in cupboards have been fitted into the knee walls, maximising storage capacity. This bedroom has an en-suite bathroom which is also accessible from the landing.

The second bedroom is positioned at the rear of the property in the centre and features a dormer window that provides natural light and views over the rear garden. The third and fourth bedrooms are located on the left side of the property, measuring approximately 2.59 by 3.53 metres and 3.53 by 3.84 metres respectively. The first of these also has built-in cupboards in the knee walls.

The bathroom on this floor was renovated in 2017 and is fully tiled on both walls and floor. It is equipped with a toilet, a washbasin with mirror cabinet, and a walk-in shower. This bathroom serves the first floor bedrooms and can be accessed either directly from the principal bedroom or from the landing.

The outdoor spaces have been thoughtfully arranged. The front garden features decorative paving, semi-hard surfacing, and some planted areas. A double driveway leads to the garage. On the right side of the property, a gate provides access to the rear garden. The rear garden is fully enclosed and laid with various paving and artificial grass. A wooden garden house with canopy and a gazebo provide covered outdoor seating areas, allowing enjoyment of the garden at different times of day and in varying weather conditions. Privacy is a notable feature of this outdoor space.

Behind the main residence stands a separate large garage or storage building, suitable for use as a hobby space or for additional storage requirements.

The property benefits from roller shutters fitted around the entire house, providing both security and the ability to control light and temperature. The energy label is currently rated D, and heating is provided through the combination of the central heating boiler and the wood burning stove in the living room.

The village of Alphen is located in what is known as the green triangle between the cities of Breda and Tilburg, situated south of the A58 motorway. The area is surrounded by woodlands, including the nearby Landgoed de Hoevens estate. The village itself offers a range of amenities including shops, sports clubs, a cultural centre, a primary school, and childcare facilities. Secondary education is available within cycling distance in Baarle-Nassau or Goirle, and bus services connect the village to these and other destinations. The municipality of Alphen-Chaam holds the Cittaslow designation, an international quality mark for municipalities that excel in areas such as living environment, landscape, local products, hospitality, environment, infrastructure, cultural history, and preservation of identity.

The property is being offered at a guide price of 595,000 euros, costs to be paid by the purchaser. Transfer is by mutual agreement. The sale will include an asbestos clause given the construction date prior to July 1993, and an age clause acknowledging that construction quality standards applicable at the time of building were lower than current requirements. Measurements have been taken in accordance with the NEN2580 standard, though minor variations may occur due to interpretation or measurement limitations.