Historic 1805 Farmhouse with Modern Comfort in Hekendorp
Key Features
Description
The property at Goejanverwelle 11 in Hekendorp presents a rare opportunity to acquire a move-in ready, detached residential farmhouse dating back to 1805. This national monument combines historical significance, generous space, and modern living comfort in a harmonious manner. The property offers an impressive living area of 319 square meters, situated on a substantial plot of 1,362 square meters, where every room tells its own story.
The location is pleasantly rural and peaceful, positioned in the characteristic village of Hekendorp along the Hollandse IJssel river. Residents here live surrounded by greenery, water, and polder landscape, with ample opportunities for walking and cycling. At the same time, daily amenities are surprisingly close by. The nearby towns of Haastrecht and Oudewater provide everyday shops, restaurants, sports facilities, and primary schools. Gouda, a larger city, is also conveniently located and offers an extensive range of shops, schools, restaurants, cultural attractions, public transport, and access roads towards Utrecht, Rotterdam, and The Hague.
Behind the entrance gate, an idyllic courtyard opens up with plenty of parking space on the partly shared interior grounds. The well-maintained, rural garden fits beautifully with the atmosphere of a farmhouse, featuring a large lawn, hedges, green borders, fruit trees, clinker paving, and gravel. The former hay barn, which now serves as a spacious storage area, adds an additional characteristic element to the property.
The front door is located in the side wall, which is typical and fitting for this type of residential property. Upon entering, one immediately experiences the special atmosphere of the house. In the hallway, there is an old bedstead that now functions as a wardrobe closet. The second bedstead has been converted into a space for the washing machine and dryer. Additionally, there is a toilet room in the hallway. From the hallway, one walks towards the living area with open kitchen, where the space is arranged in a playful manner across different levels. The higher section offers ample space for a large dining table. A beautiful detail is the glass viewing window from the hallway, which provides light, visibility, and a nice connection between the authentic foundation and the contemporary finish.
One step lower lies the living area, adjacent to the garden. Thanks to the French doors, pedestrian door, and floor-to-ceiling windows, this space feels pleasantly light and open, with a natural connection to the outside. In the living area, one's eye is immediately drawn to the visible wooden construction, the beautiful beams, and the impressive view up to the ridge. Height creates space. The modern poured floor provides a calm, contemporary base, while the beamed ceilings, wooden doors, and prominently present wood-burning stove add warmth, character, and atmosphere.
The kitchen is connected to the living room but, due to the wall and its slightly higher level, clearly has its own place. The straight layout in light colors is equipped with built-in appliances and offers ample space for a large dining table. A subtle detail: through the characteristic interior windows, one always maintains contact with the living room.
At the front of the property are the workrooms, ideal for those who want to combine living and working. From here, one can also reach the upper room and the authentic cellar located beneath it, unmistakably fitting for a monument of this kind.
At the end of the hallway, the stairs lead to the first floor, where three bedrooms and two bathrooms have been created. The bedroom at the front is situated higher, creating a playful effect. This room also has access to considerable storage space. One bathroom features a bathtub and double vanity with cabinet. The other bathroom has a shower, toilet, and double vanity. Both bathrooms are finished in a neutral color scheme.
Due to the generous size and flexible layout, this property lends itself excellently to various living wishes. Living and working from home is very well possible here, for example in the form of a practice room, office, or studio. The property also offers excellent opportunities for multi-generational living, where multiple generations can comfortably live together while maintaining privacy. Additionally, the former hay barn, currently used as a shed, offers interesting possibilities. The combination of space, character, and freedom makes the possibilities here diverse.
What makes this residential farmhouse particularly special is the combination of monumental appearance and contemporary comfort. The property is move-in ready and is heated via a central heating boiler from 2022. The kitchen and living room are equipped with underfloor heating. The bathroom also has electric underfloor heating. The property has energy label B, a notable result for a national monumental residential farmhouse.
The building features include a thatched gable roof, which is characteristic of traditional Dutch farmhouses. The total volume of the property is 1,565 cubic meters, which gives an indication of the substantial proportions of this historic building. The property consists of six rooms in total, including five bedrooms, spread over two residential floors and a cellar. This provides ample space for a large family or those requiring separate work and living areas.
The energy efficiency of this monument is remarkable, with energy label B achieved through comprehensive insulation measures including roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. This is particularly impressive for a building from 1805, demonstrating that historical character and modern energy efficiency can successfully coexist. The heating system consists of a Nefit gas-fired combination boiler from 2022, which is owned by the current owners, providing reliable and efficient heating and hot water.
The property includes various modern amenities that enhance daily comfort, such as skylights, fiber optic cable, mechanical ventilation, a chimney for the wood stove, and TV cable connections. These contemporary features have been integrated in a way that respects the historical integrity of the building.
The outdoor space offers a garden that surrounds the entire property, providing different areas for various uses throughout the day. The detached wooden outbuilding, the former hay barn, has electricity and running water, making it suitable for a variety of purposes beyond simple storage. The parking facilities are excellent, with space on both the enclosed grounds and the private property, ensuring that residents and visitors always have convenient parking options.
The cadastral designation is HEKENDORP C 873, with full ownership of the 1,362 square meter plot. The property is situated on a quiet road, yet is centrally located within the village, combining the benefits of rural living with the convenience of a central location. The open position of the property allows for plenty of natural light and unobstructed views of the surrounding countryside.
This property represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Dutch heritage while enjoying all the comforts of modern living. The careful renovation and maintenance of this 1805 farmhouse have preserved its historical character while incorporating contemporary elements that meet current living standards. The result is a home that respects its past while fully embracing the present.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
One of the two bathrooms is explicitly described as having a shower.
Bathtub
One of the two bathrooms is explicitly described as having a bathtub (ligbad).
Guest Toilet
The description mentions a separate toilet room in the hall, distinct from the bathrooms.
Bidet
A bidet is not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing states that both bathrooms have a double sink (dubbele wastafel).
Bathroom Heated Floor
The description explicitly states that the bathroom has electric underfloor heating.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned in the description. The property is a 1805 farmhouse with thatched roof, and the listing describes French doors and windows to the garden, but no balcony.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly states 'Tuin rondom' (garden all around) and the living room has opening doors to the garden at the rear.
Front Garden
The listing states 'Tuin rondom' (garden all around), indicating a garden at the front as well.
Side Garden
The listing states 'Tuin rondom' (garden all around), and the front door is located in the side wall, suggesting a side garden area.
Rooftop Terrace
This is a traditional 1805 thatched-roof farmhouse. No rooftop terrace is mentioned or would be expected.
Fenced Yard
The listing mentions 'toegangshek' (access gate) and 'afgesloten terrein' (enclosed grounds) for parking, suggesting some form of fencing.
Guest House
The former hay barn ('hooiberg') serves as a storage building, not a guest house.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned. The former hay barn is used as storage.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
This property is located in the Netherlands near the Hollandse IJssel, which is a completely flat polder landscape with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is described as 'landelijk en rustig' (rural and quiet) in a polder landscape, not offering city views.
Remarkable Garden View
The living room has floor-to-ceiling windows and opening doors to a well-maintained rural garden with lawn, hedges, green borders, and fruit trees. The description emphasizes the connection to the garden.
Remarkable Sea View
The property is inland near Gouda in a polder area, not near the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour is mentioned, and the location is an inland polder landscape.
Remarkable Landmark View
While the property itself is a national monument, no landmark views from the property are mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states there is a 2022 gas-fired combi boiler (cv-ketel).
Fireplace
The description mentions a prominent wood stove (houtkachel) in the living room.
Hardwood Floors
The living area is described as having a modern cast floor (gietvloer), and no hardwood floors are mentioned.
Carpeted Floors
The main floor has a cast floor and bathrooms have underfloor heating, with no mention of carpets.
Underfloor Heating
The listing explicitly states underfloor heating in the kitchen, living room, and a bathroom.
Walk In Closet
There is a wardrobe made from an old bedstead, but no walk-in closet is mentioned.
Home Office
The listing specifically mentions workspaces at the front of the house, ideal for combining living and working.
Skylight
The features list includes 'Dakraam' (skylight).
Exposed Beams
The description highlights visible wooden structures, beautiful beams, and beamed ceilings.
Bay Window
There is no mention of a bay window in the description.
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of an indoor pool.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of a sauna.
French Doors
The description mentions 'openslaande deuren' which translates to French doors.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The interior has some modern elements like a cast floor, but the overall style is dominated by rustic and classic farmhouse elements rather than Scandinavian minimalism.
Modern
While the property is a historic monument from 1805, it features modern updates such as a cast floor, contemporary finishes, and modern heating systems.
Industrial
There are no elements typical of industrial design like exposed brick, metal fixtures, or raw concrete.
Mediterranean
The property is a traditional Dutch thatched-roof farmhouse with no Mediterranean architectural features.
Classic
The property is a national monument from 1805 with classic farmhouse features including thatched roof, wooden beams, and historical elements like bedsteads.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
This is explicitly a national monument (rijksmonument) farmhouse from 1805, featuring original elements like box beds (bedsteden), exposed wooden beams (binten), a cellar, and traditional thatched roof.
Early 20th Century
The building dates from 1805, which is early 19th century, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
This is a 1805 farmhouse, predating any post-war construction by over 140 years.
Modernist
While the interior has some modern elements like a poured floor and modern kitchen, the building itself is a traditional 1805 thatched-roof farmhouse, not modernist architecture.
Newly Build
The listing explicitly states 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) and the building dates from 1805.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
Description states 'rechte opstelling' (straight layout), which indicates a straight run of cabinets rather than an island
Open Plan Kitchen
Kitchen is connected to living room but separated by a wall and different levels - semi-open rather than fully open plan
Pantry
No pantry mentioned in the listing
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned in the listing
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned in the listing
Downdraft Extractor
Not mentioned in the listing
Shared Kitchen
This is a detached single-family home (vrijstaande woonboerderij), not a shared living situation
Design Kitchen
Described as 'rechte opstelling in lichte kleurstelling' (straight layout in light colors) - sounds standard rather than high-end design
New Kitchen
No information about kitchen age. Property has been modernized (new CV 2022, energy label B) but kitchen age not specified
Parking & Storage
Parking
The description explicitly states 'volop parkeergelegenheid op het binnenterrein' (ample parking on the courtyard) and the features list 'Op afgesloten terrein en op eigen terrein' for parking type.
Storage Room
The listing mentions 32 m² of 'overige inpandige ruimte' (other indoor space), which typically indicates storage, as well as specific 'bergruimte' (storage space) accessible from one of the bedrooms.
Garage
While there is a detached wooden shed ('vrijstaande houten berging') and a former hay barn, the listing specifically uses the term 'berging' (storage/shed) rather than 'garage', implying it is not a dedicated car garage.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage present on the property, therefore there is no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
There is no garage on the property, only a shed and a former hay barn used for storage.
Attic
The listing specifies 2 residential floors and a cellar. The living room has a view 'tot in de nok' (up to the ridge), but no separate attic space is mentioned.
Cellar
The text explicitly mentions an 'authentieke kelder' (authentic cellar) and the features list '2 woonlagen en een kelder'.
Covered Parking
Parking is described as being on an enclosed courtyard ('binnenterrein'), which implies outdoor parking rather than covered parking inside a structure.
Underground Parking
The property is a detached rural farmhouse from 1805; underground parking is not present.
Workshop
The listing mentions 'werkkamers' (work rooms) and potential for an 'atelier' (studio), but does not explicitly mention a 'werkplaats' (workshop), which typically implies heavier manual work or machinery.
Shed
The listing explicitly mentions a 'voormalige hooiberg die als ruime berging dient' (former hay barn serving as storage) and lists 'Vrijstaande houten berging' (freestanding wooden shed) in the features.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing mentions a 'deels mandelig binnenterrein' (partially common courtyard), indicating an owners association exists for this shared part.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (Full ownership).
Other Rules
The property is a 'rijksmonument' (national monument), which inherently imposes strict rules regarding alterations, maintenance, and appearance.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Historic 1805 farmhouse with 2 floors and a cellar; no elevator mentioned and highly improbable.
Private Entrance
The property is a detached farmhouse with its own gate and private yard.
Gated Community
The property is a detached single-family farmhouse on its own plot, not part of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The home has multiple level changes, is a historic monument, and has upstairs bedrooms and bathrooms.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The description explicitly states that the second bedstede is now a room for the washing machine.
Washing Machine Connections
Since the washing machine is present and located in a dedicated space, connections are practically guaranteed.
Laundry Room
The second bedstede has been converted into a dedicated room for the washing machine and dryer.
Dryer
The description explicitly mentions a dryer alongside the washing machine in the second bedstede.
High Speed Internet
The property has a fiber optic cable (glasvezelkabel) connection, which guarantees high-speed internet capabilities.
Fibre Internet
The features list explicitly includes 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Smart Home
There is no mention of any smart home technology, systems, or devices in the description or features list.
Ventilation System
The features list explicitly includes 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation).
Cable Tv
The features list explicitly includes 'TV kabel' (TV cable).
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features list.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing specifies a thatched roof ('Zadeldak bedekt met riet') and identifies the property as a national monument ('rijksmonument'), making the installation of solar panels practically impossible and highly unlikely to be present.
Double Glazing
Explicitly listed as 'dubbel glas' in the insulation features.
Triple Glazing
Not mentioned in the listing. While not explicitly ruled out, it is highly unusual for a thatched-roof national monument from 1805.
Wall Insulation
Explicitly listed as 'muurisolatie' in the insulation features.
Floor Insulation
Explicitly listed as 'vloerisolatie' in the insulation features.
Roof Insulation
Explicitly listed as 'dakisolatie' in the insulation features.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly states heating is provided by a gas combi boiler ('Cv-ketel') from 2022, with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery or any related storage system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property is equipped with mechanical ventilation and partial underfloor heating, which contribute to its Energy Label B rating.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.