Spacious family home with energy label A in peaceful Achtmaal

This detached family home, built in 1993, offers generous living space of 194 square meters on a plot of 414 square meters. The property is situated on H. Roland Holstlaan in the village of Achtmaal, providing an ideal balance between peaceful residential living and convenient access to amenities.

The construction of this home was undertaken by the current owners themselves using traditional building methods. The structure features concrete floor slabs on each level, cavity walls constructed from brick, and a wooden roof framework with wooden purlins covered by roof plates and tiles. The window frames are made from meranti hardwood with insulated glazing throughout, with the exception of a small window in the toilet and the front door. Full insulation was incorporated during construction, contributing to the property's current energy label A rating.

The ground floor welcomes you through a covered entrance into a spacious hallway. Here you will find a toilet, a practical storage closet, and the modern meter cupboard which was replaced in 2022. The L-shaped living room is bright and inviting, featuring a wood-burning stove with chimney, creating a cozy atmosphere for family gatherings during cooler months. The closed kitchen provides ample space for cooking and dining preparation, with appliances that were replaced around 2008 while the kitchen units themselves remain original. From the kitchen, you access the utility room which houses connections for washing machine and dryer as well as a sink. The utility room offers direct access to both the garden and the indoor garage, enhancing the practical flow of the home.

The indoor garage is a significant advantage of this property. It is heated, providing comfortable workspace or storage, and features an electrically operated garage door installed in 2023 with remote control access. The garage can accommodate one vehicle and also provides access to the rear garden. Additional storage is available in the form of a free-standing stone shed in the garden, equipped with electricity.

The first floor comprises three bedrooms, making this home suitable for families with children or those requiring home office space. The bathroom is fully equipped with a bath, shower, toilet, and vanity sink, providing all necessary facilities for daily routines. The floors on the landing and in all bedrooms were fitted with laminate flooring in 2021. A staircase made from iroko hardwood leads to the second floor, and from the landing you also access the attic above the garage which includes a hatch with a hoist mechanism.

The second floor is reached via a fixed staircase and includes a landing area that could potentially serve as a fifth bedroom, ideal for use as a playroom, home office, or guest accommodation. The attic bedroom features a gable window providing natural daylight. Formerly, a sauna was installed in this attic space, and the electrical provisions for this remain in place.

Energy efficiency is a notable feature of this property. Twenty-six solar panels were installed in 2023, positioned on an east-west orientation to maximize energy generation throughout the day. The inverter for these panels is located in the attic above the garage. Three air conditioning units were installed in 2022, serving the two largest bedrooms and the living room, all connected to a single outdoor unit. These units provide both cooling in summer and efficient heating during milder winter periods. The central heating system consists of a Nefit Emline HRC 30H combination boiler from 2006, providing heating and hot water. The meter cupboard was upgraded in 2022 and prepared with additional circuits for future installation of a heat pump and induction cooktop, and provisions were also made for a private electric vehicle charging station. A water softener was installed in the meter cupboard in 2022.

The exterior of the property received attention in 2020 when the facade cladding, gutter covering, and fascia boards were replaced with durable Keralit plastic materials, reducing future maintenance requirements.

The garden spaces complement the living areas nicely. The front garden is low-maintenance and provides off-street parking for two vehicles in tandem. The rear garden measures approximately 192 square meters, measuring 13 meters deep and 15 meters wide, and is enclosed by a stone wall providing privacy. The garden features a sunny terrace, a lawn area, a storage shed with a small covered area, and a larger covered area housing a jacuzzi. The rear garden is oriented to the northeast and is accessible via a side gate and through the garage. The garden orientation allows for morning sun on the terrace and reasonable afternoon light conditions.

The location of this property offers practical advantages for daily life. The village center of Achtmaal provides essential amenities within walking distance, including a supermarket, a bus stop serving public transport, a primary school, and a modern multifunctional accommodation (MFA) serving various community purposes. Parking in the immediate vicinity is generally readily available on the public parking area nearby.

For nature enthusiasts, the area offers excellent recreational opportunities with natural areas such as the Oude Buisse Heide, the Turfvaart, and Wallsteijn within easy reach, perfect for walking and cycling. The property provides good connectivity to larger towns in the region, with straightforward access to roads leading to Breda, Antwerp, Etten-Leur, and Roosendaal.

This family home presents a practical combination of space, modern energy-efficient features, and a family-friendly location, suitable for those seeking comfortable living in a quieter village setting while remaining connected to urban amenities and transport routes.