Beautiful Converted Farmhouse with Possibilities and Swimming Pool

This remarkable property is a former kop-hals-rompboerderij, a traditional Dutch farmhouse style that has been thoughtfully converted into a spacious residence. Located in the picturesque village of Suwâld, this property offers an impressive 639 square meters of living space situated on a substantial 4,040 square meter plot. With its 3,706 cubic meters of volume, the farmhouse provides exceptional space and potential for various uses.

The property has been well insulated and energy-efficient improvements have been made in recent years, resulting in an energy label C. The roof is fully insulated, and the property features wall insulation, floor insulation, and partially double-glazed windows. In 2022, 24 solar panels with 360WP capacity were installed, along with a 20kWh home battery system for energy storage. The property benefits from partial underfloor heating.

On the ground floor, the entrance leads to a generous hall featuring authentic atmosphere and high ceilings. The property features two living rooms, both with beautiful beam ceilings. One living room includes a wood-burning stove, while the other has a cozy open fireplace. Both rooms offer pleasant views over the quiet street with only local traffic. The modern kitchen is accessible from the hallway and one of the living rooms, equipped with various built-in appliances including a microwave, oven, large gas stove, dishwasher, and refrigerator.

From the hallway, you reach a spacious utility room with fixed cabinets and connections for white goods and a freezer. Continuing through the hall, there is a toilet room with a fountain and separate urinal. Beyond this is a very spacious bathroom with jacuzzi, infrared sauna, shower, toilet, and two sinks. The property also includes an office space with room for multiple workstations, featuring abundant natural light through many windows and a patio door to the garden.

The master bedroom is exceptionally generous in size, and there is also a small guest room on the ground floor. At the rear of the property is a garden room with sliding doors leading to the swimming pool and bar area. This space is ideal for entertaining or enjoying the garden with lighting in the evenings. The property previously housed a small shop, with this space located on the side of the farmhouse.

The first floor features five bedrooms of varying sizes, three at the front and two in the middle. One of the bedrooms includes a sink. There is also a separate toilet and bathroom on this floor, with the bathroom equipped with a sink and shower area. The barn area contains a very spacious attic that was previously used as storage for the shop. This area could easily be converted into additional bedrooms if needed. The roof is fully insulated with unidek plates.

The property includes several annexes. At the front, there is an attached garage suitable for one car, alongside a spacious storage area. At the rear is a very large space that can be used as storage or a workshop. This area also contains a toilet, sink unit with drain, and the technical installation for the swimming pool. The attic above provides additional storage space.

The garden offers a beautiful view over the countryside when walking through the sliding doors of the garden room. The back garden always has a spot to seek the sun or sit in the natural shade of the trees. The front of the property features a beautiful row of trees in the street with a beech tree on the side of the driveway. The driveway provides ample space for multiple cars.

This property offers significant development potential. The barn, which also has residential designation, could accommodate up to six apartments suitable for rental or subdivision and sale. If there is proven need, the municipality may assist in dividing into more units, including in the side barn which does not yet have residential designation. However, the appearance of the front of the main house cannot be changed as it falls under a protected village view designation.

The property may be partially used as business space up to category 2, and there is also space for retail. Additional features include 24 solar panels installed in 2022, a renewed electrical panel, and a 20kWh home battery installed in 2026. The central heating boiler from 2010 is owned. There is the possibility of installing a heat pump to replace the gas-fired central heating boiler. The swimming pool is heated by its own heat pump.

All exterior woodwork was renovated and painted in October 2023. The entire garden is equipped with an automatic sprinkler system using water from the adjacent ditch. The lawn is maintained by a robotic mower.

Suwâld is an old and picturesque village dating back to 1481, located between Leeuwarden and Burgum. It has approximately 630 inhabitants and features a primary school and rich community life. Just outside the village, near the marina, a bicycle pontoon connects to the other side of the Princess Margriet Canal. The current owners have a berth in the harbor. There is also a kiosk with terrace located there. From this location, you can cycle within half an hour to the water-rich National Park De Alde Feanen, which offers excellent opportunities for cycling and boating.

This property represents a unique opportunity to acquire a substantial historic farmhouse with excellent development potential in a beautiful rural setting. The combination of extensive living space, land, and various outbuildings offers endless possibilities for both residential and commercial use, all while maintaining the character and charm of a traditional Dutch farmhouse.