Characterful Detached Country House with Spacious Living in Rural Kerkwijk
Key Features
Upsides
- Spacious living area of 240 square meters with a flexible practice room that can serve as a home office, studio, or auxiliary accommodation.
- Large plot of 1,450 square meters with a beautifully landscaped garden, multiple terraces, and unobstructed views over the surrounding countryside.
- Rural and peaceful location on a dead end street while remaining conveniently close to Zaltbommel, the train station, and the A2 motorway.
- Two complete bathrooms on the first floor plus a separate toilet, reducing morning congestion for larger households.
- Master bedroom features an en suite luxury bathroom and walk in closet, creating a private and comfortable retreat.
Downsides
- Energy label C indicates moderate energy efficiency, which may result in higher utility costs compared to more recently built or renovated properties.
- No garage is currently present on the property, though the listing mentions one could potentially be added.
- The property was built in 1976, which may mean some elements require updating or maintenance compared to newer constructions.
- The asking price of 940,000 euros results in a price per square meter of 3,917 euros, which is relatively high for a 1976 build in a rural location.
- Primary heating relies partly on wood stoves in addition to underfloor heating, which requires active management and fuel storage.
Description
Kruisstraat 6 in Kerkwijk presents a distinctive detached country house situated in a peaceful rural setting. The property is located on a quiet dead end street surrounded by the green countryside of the Kerkwijk area. This location offers residents the tranquility of country living while maintaining convenient access to urban amenities. The town of Zaltbommel with its shops and services is just a short drive away, as is the train station and the A2 motorway connecting to Utrecht and s Hertogenbosch.
The exterior of the residence immediately captures attention with its notable architecture. The facades feature rich detailing and a playful design that remains highly functional. A spacious driveway at the front provides ample parking space for multiple vehicles. The property sits on a generous plot of 1,450 square meters, allowing for extensive garden areas around the entire house.
An interesting feature of this property is the separate practice room. This additional space offers flexibility for various uses such as a home office, an artist studio, or even accommodation for a family member requiring care at home. This makes the property suitable for those who work from home or have specific spatial requirements beyond standard living spaces.
Entering the home, visitors are welcomed into a generous and bright living area. Large windows throughout the living room create a strong connection between the interior and the surrounding landscape. From multiple vantage points within the room, residents can enjoy views of the meticulously maintained garden and the open fields beyond. The living space is kept comfortable year round through a combination of underfloor heating and two wood burning stoves, providing both efficient warmth and a cozy atmosphere during colder months.
The kitchen has been designed with practicality in mind and is directly connected to the living area. This open arrangement facilitates easy interaction between cooking and socializing, making the space well suited for family life and entertaining guests.
The first floor accommodates four spacious bedrooms. The master bedroom stands out with its private en suite luxury bathroom and a walk in closet. This setup creates a personal retreat within the home that emphasizes comfort and privacy. The remaining bedrooms on this level are also generously proportioned, making them suitable for children, guests, or conversion to home office spaces. A second complete bathroom on this floor ensures that morning routines can proceed without congestion, which is particularly beneficial for larger households.
In addition to the main living floors, the property includes two attic spaces that provide valuable storage capacity or potential for further development depending on the needs of future owners.
The outdoor areas of Kruisstraat 6 have been thoughtfully designed. The garden surrounding the house features multiple terraces and seating areas integrated among abundant greenery. This landscaping allows residents to enjoy the changing seasons, observe local birdlife, and take in the unobstructed views of the surrounding farmland from various positions in the garden. A wooden garden house at the rear of the property serves as a useful storage space or could be utilized for creative pursuits and hobbies.
The property also includes a roof terrace, adding another outdoor living option with its own perspective on the rural surroundings.
From a technical perspective, the house was built in 1976 and has been updated with various improvements over time. The roof is a lessenaardak style covered with tiles. Insulation measures include roof insulation, double glazing, and wall insulation. The current energy label is C. Heating and hot water are provided by a Remeha Calenta gas boiler installed in 2016, which is included in the sale. The property also features solar panels, contributing to energy efficiency.
The total living area measures 240 square meters, with an additional 6 square meters of external storage space. The internal volume of the house is 810 cubic meters. The property is offered partially furnished, which may appeal to buyers seeking a smoother transition into their new home.
Kerkwijk itself offers basic local amenities including a primary school. For more extensive shopping, dining, and services, the nearby town of Zaltbommel provides a full range of options within approximately five minutes of driving. The strategic location near the A2 motorway makes this property accessible for commuters traveling to major employment centers in the region.
The cadastral designation for the property is KERKWIJK S 480, and the ownership situation is full freehold. While there is currently no garage on the property, the listing notes that constructing one would be possible given the available space on the plot.
This property at Kruisstraat 6 represents an opportunity to acquire a substantial family home in a rural setting that does not compromise on practical connectivity to urban infrastructure. The combination of spacious interiors, flexible additional spaces, and extensive outdoor areas makes it suitable for families, those working from home, or anyone seeking a quieter lifestyle without complete isolation from conveniences.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Listing explicitly mentions 'Inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) and 'douche' in bathroom features.
Bathtub
Listing explicitly mentions 'ligbad' (bathtub) in bathroom features.
Ensuite Bathroom
Description states the master bedroom has 'een luxe badkamer en suite' (a luxury en-suite bathroom).
Guest Toilet
Listing mentions '1 apart toilet' (1 separate toilet) in addition to 2 total toilets, suggesting a guest-accessible toilet separate from the en-suite.
Double Shower
Not mentioned in the listing; only single shower configurations are implied.
Shared Shower
Second complete bathroom would be shared by other household members, though 'shared shower' typically refers to multi-tenant situations.
Shared Toilet
The separate toilet (not in en-suite) would be used by other household members.
His And Hers Sinks
Listing mentions 'dubbele wastafel' (double sink/vanity) in bathroom features, typically indicating his and hers sinks.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions 'Dakterras aanwezig' (Roof terrace present) in the features section.
Rear Garden
The listing mentions 'Achter in de tuin staat een houten tuinhuis' (At the back of the garden is a wooden shed), implying a rear garden.
Front Garden
The property has a 'ruime oprit' (large driveway) and a 'tuin rondom' (garden all around), making a front garden highly likely.
Side Garden
The listing states 'tuin rondom' (garden all around), which includes the sides.
Terrace
The description mentions 'verschillende terrassen' (various terraces) in the garden.
Rooftop Terrace
Features list explicitly states 'Dakterras aanwezig' (Roof terrace present).
Patio
The property has 'verschillende terrassen' (various terraces), which functions as a patio.
Waterfront
No mention of water nearby.
Kitchen Garden
No mention of a kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
No mention of equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
No mention of small livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
No mention of a pool.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No mention of a jacuzzi.
Private Tennis Court
No mention of a tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
The Netherlands is very flat; there are no mountains.
Remarkable City View
Located in a rural area 'buitengebied' with views over 'omliggende landerijen' (surrounding fields), not a city view.
Remarkable Garden View
The description explicitly mentions 'zicht op de prachtig aangelegde tuin' (view of the beautifully landscaped garden) from the living room.
Remarkable Sea View
Kerkwijk is inland, no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour mentioned or nearby.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks mentioned in the view.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
The features list a Remeha Calenta gas-fired CV-ketel (central heating boiler) from 2016.
Fireplace
The description explicitly mentions two wood stoves (twee houtkachels).
Underfloor Heating
The description explicitly mentions floor heating (vloerverwarming).
Walk In Closet
The description explicitly mentions a walk-in closet in the master bedroom.
Home Office
The description mentions a practice room ideal for an office or studio (kantoor, atelier) and suggests a bedroom could be used as a home office (thuiskantoor).
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of an indoor pool in the listing.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of an indoor sauna in the listing.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a characterful country house with richly detailed facades, which contradicts the minimalist, light-wood aesthetic typical of Scandinavian design.
Modern
Built in 1976, it offers contemporary comfort but is described as a characterful country house with richly detailed and playful facades, rather than modern architecture.
Industrial
There are no mentions of industrial elements like exposed metal, concrete, or raw brick typical of this style.
Mediterranean
The house is a detached country house in the Netherlands with no references to Mediterranean elements like stucco, terracotta, or specific warm color palettes.
Classic
Built in 1976, it has a classic country house feel with richly detailed facades and a traditional layout, though the exact architectural style is a 1970s interpretation.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1976, described as 'karaktervol landhuis' (characterful country house) with 'gevels rijk aan detail' (facades rich in detail), suggesting a traditional appearance rather than strictly historic.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1976, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 1976, but described as a characterful detached country house with playful architecture, not a functional mass-produced post-war home.
Modernist
Built in 1976 with 'opvallende architectuur' (striking architecture) and 'speelse vormgeving' (playful design), likely modernist or post-modernist for its time.
Newly Build
Built in 1976 ('Bouwjaar 1976', 'Bestaande bouw').
Kitchen
Shared Kitchen
The property is a detached single-family house, so the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'practically furnished' rather than a luxury or design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The house was built in 1976 and there is no mention of a recently renovated or new kitchen.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Description mentions spacious driveway with sufficient parking. Features list 'Op eigen terrein' parking.
Storage Room
External storage space of 6 m² explicitly mentioned in features.
Garage
Features explicitly state 'Soort garage: Niet aanwezig, wel mogelijk' (Garage type: Not present, but possible).
Automatic Garage Door
No garage is present, therefore no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage is present, therefore no double garage.
Attic
Description explicitly mentions 'Ook beschikt de woning over 2 vlieringen' (The house has 2 attic/loft spaces). Features also mention 'een vliering'.
Cellar
No cellar mentioned in listing. Uncommon for 1976 Dutch rural detached homes.
Covered Parking
Driveway parking mentioned but no carport or covered parking specified. Would typically be mentioned if present.
Underground Parking
Detached rural property from 1976; underground parking is not present and would be highly unusual.
Shed
Features list 'Schuur/berging: Vrijstaande houten berging' and description mentions 'houten tuinhuis' (wooden garden house).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
This is a property for sale, not a rental parking spot offering.
Parkspot Sale Price
This is a whole property for sale (€940,000), not a separate parking spot sale.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is described as a detached house (vrijstaande woning) on its own plot with no shared amenities or VvE mentioned, which is standard for standalone rural properties.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Volle eigendom' under the cadastral data, meaning it is freehold and not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
There is no owners association present for this detached property.
Oa Annual Meeting
There is no owners association present for this detached property.
Oa Fees
There is no owners association present for this detached property.
Oa Reserve Fund
There is no owners association present for this detached property.
Oa Maintenance Plan
There is no owners association present for this detached property.
Oa Buildings Insurance
There is no owners association present for this detached property.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes a 2-story detached house built in 1976. There is no mention of an elevator, which is highly uncommon for this type of property.
Private Entrance
The property is described as a detached house (vrijstaand landhuis) with its own driveway (ruime oprit), guaranteeing a private entrance.
Automatic Gate
While there is a large driveway (ruime oprit), there is no mention of any gate, automatic or otherwise.
Gated Community
The house is located on a quiet dead-end street (rustige doodlopende straat) in the countryside, which contradicts the concept of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has two living floors and two attic spaces, built in 1976, with no mention of ramps, elevators, or adapted bathrooms.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
The listing describes a practice room and bathrooms, but no dedicated laundry room is mentioned.
Smart Home
The 1976 property description focuses on character, underfloor heating, and wood stoves, with no mention of smart home technology or automation.
Water Softener
Water softeners are very rare in the Netherlands and there is absolutely no mention of one in the listing.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Explicitly listed under 'Voorzieningen' (facilities).
Double Glazing
Explicitly listed as 'dubbel glas' under the 'Isolatie' (insulation) section.
Triple Glazing
The listing explicitly mentions double glazing with no mention of triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
Explicitly listed as 'muurisolatie' under the 'Isolatie' (insulation) section.
Floor Insulation
Floor heating ('vloerverwarming') is mentioned in the description, but floor insulation is not listed in the 'Isolatie' section.
Roof Insulation
Explicitly listed as 'dakisolatie' under the 'Isolatie' (insulation) section.
Heat Pump
The heating system is specified as a gas-fired CV boiler (Remeha Calenta from 2016).
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features underfloor heating and two wood-burning stoves for heating efficiency.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.