Characterful 1930s semi-detached home with lifestyle-living layout and stunning rural views in Lathum
Key Features
Upsides
- Lifesyle-ready single-level living with a bedroom and full bathroom on the ground floor, making the property suitable for aging in place or those with mobility considerations.
- Exceptional outdoor space including a 770m2 plot, a southwest-facing garden of approximately 495m2, and parking for up to 8 cars plus a carport suitable for a camper.
- Recent upgrades including facade insulation, mostly double-glazed windows, 8 solar panels, a kitchen fully renovated in 2022, and a renovated entrance hall.
- Beautiful open and unobstructed views over the countryside from both the front and rear of the property, combined with immediate proximity to the recreational area Rhederlaag.
- Village location in Lathum offering a peaceful rural setting while remaining within cycling distance of Giesbeek and a short drive from Duiven for daily amenities.
Downsides
- Energy label C is modest for a property that has undergone insulation upgrades, indicating that further energy efficiency improvements such as wall or floor insulation could still be beneficial and may involve additional costs.
- The property has a volume of 456m3 but a relatively modest living area of 115m2, suggesting the construction style and layout may not be as space-efficient as more modern homes.
- Lathum is a small village in a rural area, meaning access to larger supermarkets, medical specialists, and other urban amenities requires travelling to nearby towns, which could be a consideration for daily practicality.
- The listing is offered with a 'bidding from' price, which can introduce uncertainty and competitive bidding dynamics that may drive the final sale price above the listed figure.
- The property includes only one bathroom located on the ground floor, which means occupants of the three first-floor bedrooms must share a single bathroom situated away from their rooms.
Description
This charming two-under-one-roof house is located at Groenestraat 42 in Lathum, a small village in the Achterhoek region of Gelderland, the Netherlands. Built in 1932, the property offers a living area of approximately 115 square metres on a spacious plot of no less than 770 square metres, providing an exceptionally generous amount of outdoor space.
Upon entering the home, you are welcomed through a renovated entrance hall featuring a PVC herringbone floor, a toilet, the central heating system, and a connection for a washing machine. The ground floor bathroom is neatly finished and includes a shower corner, a sink, and mechanical ventilation. One of the standout features of this property is the presence of a generously sized bedroom on the ground floor, situated at the rear of the house and equipped with built-in wardrobes and double doors that open directly onto the garden.
The bright and attractively laid-out living room is positioned at the front of the house, offering wonderful, unobstructed views over the rural surroundings of Lathum. The living room is fitted with roller shutters and a fibre optic connection. The kitchen, which was fully renovated in 2022, is equipped with modern built-in appliances including a combination microwave, a refrigerator, and a four-burner induction cooktop. A pantry under the stairs provides access to the newly updated fuse box.
The first floor features a spacious landing with a skylight and built-in storage compartments. The master bedroom at the front offers built-in storage and beautiful open views. At the rear, two additional bedrooms are located: one features a dormer window while the other is a good-sized room with built-in storage and similarly pleasing views. An attic storage floor provides additional practical storage space.
Outside, the property is accessed via an electric gate leading to a driveway with room for approximately eight cars. A carport suitable for a camper is also present and includes an outdoor kitchen with a water connection and built-in cabinetry. The delightful free-positioned back garden faces southwest and includes a pleasant covered terrace area and a detached wooden storage shed equipped with electricity, a peaked roof, and a groundwater pump.
Regarding energy performance, the property carries an energy label C. Insulation measures include facade insulation and nearly full double glazing. The roof is also insulated. Eight solar panels have been installed. The property is heated and supplied with hot water via an ATAG HR combination boiler (owned, gas-fired).
The location of this home is particularly noteworthy. Lathum is a village in the municipality of Zevenaar, situated in the Achterhoek area. From the house, you enjoy completely open views both to the front and the rear. The recreational area Rhederlaag is within a few minutes walking distance, offering various outdoor activities. The nearby village of Giesbeek is easily reachable by bicycle, and the town of Duiven, where a range of daily amenities are available, is only a short drive away. The home is fully accessible and suitable for people with limited mobility or those seeking to age in place, as all essential facilities are on one level.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The description mentions 'douchehoek' (shower corner) in the bathroom, confirming a shower is present.
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned in the description of the bathroom, which only lists a shower corner, sink, and mechanical ventilation.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is described as a single 'keurige badkamer' (neat bathroom) serving the home, not specifically attached to any bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly states '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet' (1 bathroom and 1 separate toilet), confirming a guest toilet exists.
Heated Towel Rail
No mention of a heated towel rail in the bathroom description.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in any part of the listing.
Rain Shower
The listing mentions 'douchehoek' (shower corner), which is a standard shower enclosure, not specifically a rain shower. Cannot determine with certainty.
Double Shower
Only one shower is mentioned in the single bathroom.
Shared Shower
Only one bathroom with one shower is described; there is no indication of a shared shower facility.
Shared Toilet
Only one toilet is mentioned and no indication of shared toilet facilities.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing only mentions 'wastafel' (single sink) without specifying two separate sinks.
Bathroom Heated Floor
No mention of heated flooring in the bathroom description.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No mention of a balcony in the listing
Rear Garden
495m2 rear garden with southwest orientation and 55m depth, accessible via back entrance. Features include terrace cover, wooden shed with electricity and water pump.
Terrace
A 'gezellige terrasoverkapping' (cozy terrace cover) is mentioned in the southwest-facing garden
Rooftop Terrace
No mention of a rooftop terrace
Fenced Yard
Property is accessed via an electric gate, suggesting the perimeter is enclosed/fenced
Patio
The terrasoverkapping in the garden can serve as a patio area
Guest House
No mention of a guest house
Waterfront
Not on waterfront, though recreational area Rhederlaag is nearby
Equestrian Facilities
No mention of equestrian facilities
Small Livestock Facilities
No mention of livestock facilities
Private Outdoor Pool
No mention of a swimming pool
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No mention of a jacuzzi
Private Tennis Court
No mention of a tennis court
Remarkable Mountain View
The Netherlands is flat; no mountain views possible in this area
Remarkable City View
Property is located in the rural outskirts (buitengebied) with free views over countryside
Remarkable Garden View
Beautiful free views from both front and back over the rural area of Lathum are repeatedly highlighted
Remarkable Sea View
Not applicable to this inland location
Remarkable Harbour View
Not applicable to this location
Remarkable Landmark View
Views over the countryside are mentioned but no specific landmarks are highlighted
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned anywhere in the listing. Only mechanical ventilation in the bathroom is noted.
Central Heating
ATAG HR-combiketel (gas fired, owned) is explicitly mentioned as the heating system.
Fireplace
No fireplace or wood stove mentioned in the entire listing description.
Hardwood Floors
Only PVC herringbone floor is mentioned in the hall. No hardwood floors described.
Tiled Floors
PVC floor is described for the hall. No ceramic or stone tiles mentioned.
Carpeted Floors
No carpet mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating mentioned. Only central heating via radiators with CV-ketel.
Walk In Closet
Only 'inbouwkasten' (built-in cabinets) mentioned in the ground floor bedroom. No walk-in closets described.
Skylight
'Ruime overloop met dakraam' explicitly mentions a skylight window on the upper floor landing.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned. 1930s houses typically have hidden structure.
Bay Window
No bay windows mentioned in the description. Standard windows described.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool mentioned in the listing. Only mentions garden, terrace cover, and wooden shed.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned in the listing. Bathroom only has shower, sink, and mechanical ventilation.
Built-In Wardrobes
'Royale slaapkamer aan de achterzijde met inbouwkasten' explicitly mentions built-in cabinets in the ground floor bedroom.
French Doors
'Openslaande deuren naar de tuin' from the ground floor bedroom. These are French/sliding doors to the garden.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork mentioned. 1930s homes typically had simple plaster finishes without ornate details.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
Not described as Scandinavian. The house is a 1930s two-onder-één-kap with classic Dutch architecture features.
Modern
Kitchen renovated in 2022 with new built-in appliances, hall make-over, facade insulation, 8 solar panels installed, PVC herringbone flooring. Many modern updates to a classic 1930s structure.
Industrial
No industrial design elements described. The property is a traditional 1930s residential home.
Mediterranean
Not Mediterranean in style. This is a traditional Dutch 1930s two-onder-één-kapwoning.
Classic
Built in 1932, two-onder-één-kapwoning, pitched roof with tiles, original structure maintained with renovations. Classic Dutch interbellum architecture.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
1932 construction with characteristic features of that era, described as 'jaren-30 woning'
Early 20th Century
Explicitly described as a 'jaren-30' (1930s) house, built in 1932. This is a classic early 20th century Dutch architectural style
Post War Functional
Built in 1932, well before post-war construction period
Modernist
The building has traditional 1930s structure but includes modern updates: renovated kitchen 2022, 8 solar panels, facade insulation, updated systems
Newly Build
Built in 1932, definitely not newly built
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Dishwasher is not mentioned in the listing. Only washing machine connection is mentioned for the utility area.
Microwave
A combimagnetron (combination microwave) is explicitly listed as one of the new built-in appliances from the 2022 kitchen renovation.
Refrigerator
A koelkast (refrigerator) is explicitly mentioned as new built-in appliance from the 2022 kitchen renovation.
Freezer
Freezer is not mentioned in the listing. Only refrigerator is specified as built-in appliance.
Kitchen Island
Kitchen island is not mentioned in the description or layout. The listing focuses on the kitchen appliances but not on island or countertop configuration.
Pantry
A staircase closet (trapkast) with renewed meter cabinet is mentioned, but a dedicated pantry or walk-in pantry is not described.
Stove
4-pits inductiekookplaat (4-burner induction cooktop) is explicitly mentioned in the 2022 renovated kitchen.
Induction Stove
4-pits inductiekookplaat (4-burner induction cooktop) is specifically mentioned as part of the new kitchen appliances.
Build In Coffee Maker
Built-in coffee maker is not mentioned in the listing. Only combimagnetron, refrigerator, and induction cooktop are listed as built-in appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
Boiling water tap (Quooker-type) is not mentioned. Only regular water connection is mentioned for the outdoor kitchen area.
Shared Kitchen
This is a single-family home. Kitchen is private and not shared with any other units.
Design Kitchen
Kitchen is described as well-maintained and renovated in 2022 with new built-in appliances, but no specific mention of premium design or high-end brand kitchen.
New Kitchen
Kitchen was renovated in 2022 with new built-in appliances including combimagnetron, refrigerator, and induction cooktop. This qualifies as a relatively new kitchen.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Explicitly states parking for approximately 8 cars on private property.
Storage Room
Vrijstaande houten berging mentioned with electricity and water supply.
Garage
Carport suitable for camper mentioned, but technically not a garage.
Automatic Garage Door
No mention of automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No mention of a garage at all, only a carport.
Attic
Bergvliering (storage attic) mentioned on second floor.
Cellar
Kelder mentioned in the layout description.
Covered Parking
Carport present, suitable for camper.
Underground Parking
No mention of underground parking.
Ev Charging
No mention of EV charging facilities.
Shed
Vrijstaande houten berging with electricity and water clearly mentioned.
Street Parking Permit
No mention of parking permits, and location appears to be outside built-up area.
Rules
Owners Association
This is a 2-onder-1-kapwoning (two-under-one-roof house), which is a single-family home with separate ownership for each half. The listing indicates 'Volle eigendom' (freehold ownership) and makes no mention of a Vereniging van Eigenaren (owners association). Typically, such properties do not have a formal VvE.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (Freehold ownership).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
No elevator mentioned in this 2-story semi-detached house with loft and basement.
Intercom
No intercom system mentioned in the listing.
Alarm System
No alarm system mentioned in the listing.
Security Cameras
No security cameras mentioned in the listing.
Private Entrance
While there is an entrance, this is a semi-detached house (2-onder-1-kapwoning) sharing a wall, so no private entrance in the standalone sense.
Automatic Gate
The listing explicitly mentions 'elektrische poort' (electric gate) at the front entrance of the property.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone mentioned in the listing.
Smoke Detectors
No smoke detectors specifically mentioned in the listing.
Security Door Window Hardware
No specific mention of security doors or enhanced window hardware.
Gated Community
While there is an electric gate at the property, this is a private residence not part of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
Listing explicitly states 'Toegankelijk voor mensen met een beperking en toegankelijk voor ouderen'. Additionally, the house has a bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor, making it life-cycle proof (levensloopbestendig).
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing explicitly mentions 'wasmachine aansluiting' (washing machine connection) in the renovated hall.
Washing Machine Connections
Explicitly stated in the hall: 'wasmachine aansluiting' (washing machine connection).
Laundry Room
The washing machine connection is located in the hall, not a dedicated laundry room. There is no separate laundry room mentioned in the listing.
Dryer
No mention of a dryer or dryer connection anywhere in the listing.
High Speed Internet
The listing explicitly mentions 'glasvezelaansluiting' (fiber optic connection) in the living room, which indicates high-speed internet capability.
Fibre Internet
The listing explicitly states 'glasvezelaansluiting' in the living room, which directly translates to fiber internet connection.
Smart Home
No smart home features (such as smart thermostats, automated lighting, or home automation systems) are mentioned in the listing.
Ventilation System
The listing mentions 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) in the bathroom description.
Cable Tv
Only fiber internet connection is mentioned ('glasvezelaansluiting'). No cable TV infrastructure is specified in the listing.
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned anywhere in the listing or the specifications.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
8 zonnepanelen are explicitly mentioned in the description and confirmed in the features list.
Double Glazing
Nagenoeg volledig dubbel glas mentioned in the special features section.
Triple Glazing
Only double glazing is mentioned. No triple glazing specified.
Wall Insulation
Gevelisolatie mentioned in description and Dak- en gevelisolatie mentioned in special features.
Roof Insulation
Dak- en gevelisolatie explicitly mentioned in bijzonderheden section.
Heat Pump
Central heating is provided by ATAG HR-combiketel (gas-fired), no heat pump mentioned.
Home Battery
No home battery system mentioned in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Additional measures include facade and roof insulation, near-full double glazing, and 8 solar panels. The property has energy label C.