Surprisingly Spacious Drive-in Home with Sunny South-Facing Terrace in Schaijk
Key Features
Upsides
- Energy label A with comprehensive insulation, heat recovery ventilation system, and modern heating installation ensure low energy costs and high living comfort.
- The drive-in layout with integral garage, private driveway, and multi-functional ground floor room offers exceptional versatility for various uses such as home office, practice space, or additional bedroom.
- The south-facing terrace combined with the north-facing garden provides outdoor options throughout the day, allowing residents to follow the sun or seek shade as preferred.
- Prime location near nature reserves De Maashorst and Herperduin offers excellent recreational opportunities for outdoor activities while maintaining good accessibility to major cities via N324 and A50.
- The property is move-in ready with modern finishes, air conditioning, electric sunscreen, and complete bathroom facilities throughout.
Downsides
- Only two bedrooms may prove limiting for families with multiple children or those requiring additional sleeping spaces or dedicated work rooms.
- The north-facing garden receives limited direct sunlight, which may disappoint those who prefer sunny outdoor spaces and may require more consideration for plant selection and outdoor furniture placement.
- The property is classified as a drive-in betweenwoning, meaning it shares walls with neighbors on both sides, which may result in reduced privacy and more noise transmission compared to detached or corner houses.
- At 117 square meters, the living space is modest for the price point of €475,000, particularly considering the limited number of bedrooms provided.
- The village of Schaijk, while charming, offers fewer amenities and cultural options compared to larger towns or cities, which may require travel for certain services or entertainment needs.
Description
This well-maintained drive-in house was constructed in 2007 and offers a surprising amount of living space across three floors. The property combines practical functionality with a pleasant living environment, making it suitable for various target groups including families, remote workers, or those seeking a multi-generational living arrangement.
Upon entering the home, you immediately notice how thoughtfully the layout has been designed. The ground floor features a spacious integral garage with a kitchenette and an additional refrigerator, providing versatile usage options. Adjacent to the garage is a multifunctional room with direct garden access. This space can serve as a home office, practice room, hobby room, or even an additional bedroom, offering flexibility that adapts to changing needs over time.
The first floor functions as the heart of the home. Large windows flood the living area with natural light, creating an open and inviting atmosphere. The modern kitchen and dining space are positioned at the front of the house, seamlessly connecting to a sunny south-facing terrace. An electric sunscreen ensures comfortable enjoyment of the outdoor space throughout the day, whether for a morning coffee or evening gatherings with friends and family during summer months.
The second floor houses two generously sized bedrooms and a complete bathroom. The main bedroom features air conditioning, providing welcome comfort during warm summer days. The bathroom includes a bathtub, walk-in shower, and vanity unit. There are also two separate toilets in the house.
Outside, the low-maintenance garden has been professionally landscaped with paving, planting borders, and stylish corten steel planters. The garden faces north and has a back entrance for easy access. Combined with the south-facing terrace, residents can find both sunny and shaded spots throughout the day depending on preference.
The property demonstrates excellent energy efficiency with an A energy label. It features a heat recovery ventilation system, comprehensive insulation throughout the structure including roof, walls, floor, and double-glazed windows, and an AWB gas-fired combination boiler from 2008. These features contribute to comfortable living while keeping energy costs manageable.
The location in Schaijk offers practical advantages. The house sits in a spacious, child-friendly residential area with ample parking, playground facilities, and abundant green spaces. Daily amenities including shops, schools, childcare, and sports facilities are within walking distance. The surrounding area of North Brabant provides excellent recreational opportunities with nature reserves De Maashorst and Herperduin practically around the corner, perfect for walking, cycling, and outdoor activities.
Transportation connections are favorable, with the N324 and A50 providing easy access to the cities of Nijmegen, Eindhoven, and 's-Hertogenbosch. Schaijk itself is a pleasant village in the northeast of North Brabant with a varied selection of shops, diverse dining options, and cozy terraces. The village maintains an active community life with numerous associations and organizations.
The property includes a private driveway and integral garage capable of accommodating one car, with additional public parking available in the immediate vicinity. The total living area spans 117 square meters with an additional 15 square meters of other indoor space and 21 square meters of building-bound outdoor space. The plot measures 145 square meters with a garden depth of 10.10 meters and width of 5.40 meters.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions an 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The features list specifies '1 badkamer en 2 aparte toiletten' (1 bathroom and 2 separate toilets), indicating there is a guest toilet.
Bidet
A bidet is not mentioned in the description or features list, and it is uncommon in standard Dutch homes.
Shared Shower
The property is listed as a single-family home ('Eengezinswoning'), so the shower is private to the household.
Shared Toilet
The property is a single-family home, meaning the toilets are private to the household and not shared with other residents.
His And Hers Sinks
The features list mentions 'wastafel, en wastafelmeubel' in the singular form, indicating there is only one sink.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing mentions a rooftop terrace but no standard balcony.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions an 'onderhoudsvriendelijke achtertuin' (low-maintenance back garden) of 55 m².
Front Garden
The features list explicitly includes 'voortuin' (front garden).
Side Garden
There is no mention of a side garden in the description or features.
Terrace
The property has a sunny rooftop terrace on the south side.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing specifically mentions a 'zonnig dakterras op het zuiden' (sunny south-facing rooftop terrace).
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the text.
Veranda
There is no mention of a veranda in the description.
Guest House
There is no guest house on the property.
Waterfront
The property is not located on the water.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
The property does not have equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
There are no small livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
The property does not have a private tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
Schaijk is located in Noord-Brabant, which is entirely flat with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is in a residential neighborhood in a village, not overlooking a city.
Remarkable Garden View
There is a view of the landscaped back garden with borders and planters, but it is not described as remarkable.
Remarkable Sea View
The property is inland and has no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbour in or near Schaijk visible from the property.
Remarkable Landmark View
No remarkable landmark views are mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is explicitly listed as a feature and specifically noted in the largest bedroom.
Central Heating
The listing specifies a CV-ketel (central heating boiler) for heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned anywhere in the property description or features.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned; heating is provided by a CV-ketel.
Walk In Closet
There is no mention of a walk-in closet in the bedroom descriptions.
Home Office
The ground floor multifunctional room is explicitly suggested as a home office (thuiswerkplek).
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned; the house is a modern 2007 build.
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of an indoor pool in this standard family home.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of a sauna in the property details.
Ornamental Plasterwork
Ornamental plasterwork is not mentioned and would be uncharacteristic of a 2007 modern home.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements such as light wood or minimalist decor are described.
Modern
The listing explicitly mentions a modern facade, modern kitchen, and corten steel planters, built in 2007.
Industrial
There are no descriptions of industrial elements like exposed brick, metal pipes, or raw materials.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features like terracotta, stucco walls, or specific color palettes are mentioned.
Classic
The house is described as young and modern, built in 2007, with no classic architectural details.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The house was built in 2007 with a modern facade and does not represent a traditional or historic style.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 2007, long after the early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 2007, it does not fit the post-war functional mass-housing style.
Modernist
The property is described as having a 'moderne gevel' (modern facade), Energy Label A, and modern amenities, fitting the modernist style.
Newly Build
Although described as a 'jonge' (young) home from 2007, it is nearly 20 years old, so it is not considered newly built in the strictest sense, but retains a very modern feel.
Kitchen
Refrigerator
The listing mentions an 'extra koelkast' (extra refrigerator) in the garage, implying the presence of a main refrigerator in the kitchen.
Kitchen Island
There is no mention of a kitchen island in the description or layout.
Pantry
No pantry is mentioned in the property description.
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is mentioned in the listing.
Boiling Water Tap
No boiling water tap (like a Quooker) is mentioned in the listing.
Downdraft Extractor
No downdraft extractor is mentioned in the listing.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a single-family home (eengezinswoning), so the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
Described as a 'moderne keuken' (modern kitchen), but lacks specific high-end design details.
New Kitchen
The house was built in 2007 and the kitchen is likely from that time, which is not considered new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing explicitly states 'parkeergelegenheid op eigen terrein en openbaar parkeren' (parking on own property and public parking).
Storage Room
Listing mentions 15m² of 'overige inpandige ruimte' (other indoor space) and a multifunctional room with various potential uses, indicating storage space is available.
Garage
Listing explicitly mentions 'ruime inpandige garage' (spacious indoor garage) with capacity for 1 car, kitchenette, and electricity.
Double Garage
Listing clearly states garage capacity is '1 auto' (1 car).
Attic
Listing describes 3 floors with specific layouts (ground floor, first floor living area, second floor bedrooms) - no attic mentioned.
Cellar
No mention of a cellar or basement anywhere in the listing.
Covered Parking
The indoor garage provides covered parking for one vehicle.
Underground Parking
This is a standard drive-in house with no mention of underground parking facilities.
Rules
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (Ownership situation: Full ownership), meaning it is not a leasehold property.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes a 3-story single-family terraced house with no mention of an elevator.
Intercom
There is no mention of an intercom system in the listing.
Alarm System
No alarm system is mentioned in the description or features.
Security Cameras
There is no mention of security cameras.
Private Entrance
It is a single-family house (tussenwoning) with its own front door and driveway, providing a private entrance.
Automatic Gate
The property has a private driveway but no gate is mentioned.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone is mentioned in the listing.
Smoke Detectors
Not explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Security Door Window Hardware
There is no mention of specialized security hardware for doors or windows.
Gated Community
The property is located in a regular, child-friendly residential neighborhood, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The main living areas and kitchen are on the first floor, and bedrooms on the second floor, with no mention of a stairlift or elevator.
Utilities & Technical
High Speed Internet
The features list explicitly mentions 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), which supports high-speed internet.
Fibre Internet
The features explicitly state 'glasvezelkabel' which translates to fiber optic cable.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly mentions 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) and 'WTW-installatie' (heat recovery ventilation system).
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'dubbel glas' and 'HR-glas' in the insulation details.
Wall Insulation
The listing explicitly includes 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation) in the features.
Floor Insulation
The listing explicitly includes 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation) in the features.
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly includes 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation) in the features.
Heat Pump
The heating system is explicitly listed as a gas-fired combi boiler (AWB gas gestookt combiketel), not a heat pump.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property includes a Heat Recovery Ventilation (WTW) system, HR-glass, and an electric outdoor awning to manage solar heat gain.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.