Unique Monumental Canal House in the Center of Amsterdam

This unique, characteristic, and monumental building is a complete canal house offered for sale on the Herengracht in Amsterdam. The property is situated in a fantastic location between the Nine Streets in the city center. The house is divided over six floors and boasts a total living area of 242 square meters. This exceptional residence is located on its own land, which is a significant advantage in Amsterdam. The property offers a dining room and kitchen with a beautiful view over the canal, a spacious living room, multiple rooms, a patio, and a roof terrace. The layout includes a separate souterrain with its own entrance from the street.

The souterrain is a spacious room currently used as a bedroom and living area. It features various built-in cupboards, including a refrigerator. French doors at the rear of this level provide access to the patio. A spacious bathroom in the back house is equipped with a walk-in shower, a freestanding bath, a sink, and a toilet. This floor is presently in operation as a bed and breakfast, making it suitable for use as a guest house, a home practice, or for housing an au-pair.

The main entrance is on the bel-etage, the traditional first floor of a Dutch canal house. This floor features a landing with a bench, a stately hall with an original marble floor, and marble wall panelling. The kitchen on this level is fitted with various built-in appliances. The dining room is positioned at the front of the house and offers a fantastic view over the Herengracht. In the back house, there is a room with built-in cupboards, a connection for a washing machine and dryer, and a separate toilet with a washbasin. A beautiful oak spiral staircase in the hall connects all the floors of the home.

The first floor contains a landing and a spacious living room at the front. This room has large windows that frame the view over the water and ensure plenty of natural light enters the space. A custom-made cupboard with sliding doors is a prominent feature. The room in the back house on this floor is described as a workshop, offering potential for conversion to another use.

The second floor houses a large bedroom at the front of the property. This bedroom has a spacious walk-in closet. The bathroom, located in the back house, is well-appointed with a bath, a walk-in shower, a double sink, a toilet, a urinal, and a bidet.

The third floor is a spacious room currently used as a study or home office. This room benefits from light coming in from four sides due to a dormer window. There is a fountain with hot and cold water and a cupboard housing the central heating system. It is worth noting that 26.9 square meters of the space on this third floor is classified as other indoor space because the ceiling height is 2.00 meters, and 1.89 meters under the beams.

The fourth floor provides storage space and access to the roof terrace, which is approximately 13 square meters. The roof terrace has a water connection and offers a private outdoor space. The roof covering was completely renewed in 2024.

The property is a national monument, meaning it is legally protected for its historical and architectural value. Beautiful authentic details have been preserved throughout the house, adding to its character and charm. The building features beautiful ceiling heights. The foundation of the property was renewed in 2003, which is a significant and valuable improvement for a historic canal house.

The house has a total of seven rooms and two bathrooms. The exterior of the front of the house was painted in 2020, and the rear was painted in 2017. Roof insulation was installed in 2023, improving the energy efficiency of the home. There is a mooring place for a boat directly in front of the door.

The location of this canal house is one of its most attractive features. It is situated between the Huidenstraat and Wolvenstraat, known for their many popular and authentic shops and eateries. The popular Jordaan district, the Dam, and the Spui are all within a comfortable walking distance. Central Station can be reached easily by bike in under ten minutes. For daily shopping, residents can visit the Albert Heijn, Eco Plaza, or specialty shops like the ecological butcher on the Elandsgracht. Accessibility by public transport is excellent, with bus stations at Elandsgracht and Dam around the corner, both offering various bus and tram connections. The Spui with its different tram connections is just a stone's throw away.