Unique Detached Island Home with Water Views and Converted Barn Living Space
Key Features
Upsides
- The property occupies a unique position on a private island completely surrounded by water, offering exceptional privacy and a distinctive living experience that is difficult to replicate.
- The conversion of the former bulb shed into the living room creates a characterful space with high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and underfloor heating, combining historical elements with modern comfort.
- The large plot of 1,170 square meters includes diverse outdoor features such as a veranda, multiple terraces, a tree house, play equipment, and an area suitable for keeping small livestock, providing extensive options for family life and outdoor enjoyment.
- The location offers a balanced combination of rural tranquility with practical accessibility, being situated between Hoorn and Enkhuizen with direct A7 motorway access to Amsterdam, while the nearby Markermeer provides recreational opportunities.
- The attached shed of 37.5 square meters with a recently replaced roof, together with available architectural drawings for expansion, presents potential for future development such as additional living space or a home office with separate entrance.
Downsides
- The energy label D indicates moderate energy efficiency, which may result in higher energy costs compared to more recently built or renovated properties, and the original 1950 construction suggests possible limitations in thermal performance despite the presence of roof, wall, and floor insulation.
- With four bedrooms but only one bathroom and one separate toilet, the bathroom facilities may feel insufficient for larger families or situations where multiple occupants need to use the facilities simultaneously during morning routines.
- The attic is accessible only via a pull down ladder rather than a permanent staircase, which limits practical daily access to this storage space and may be less convenient for regular use or for elderly residents.
- The island location surrounded by water, while providing privacy, may present practical considerations regarding maintenance of water features, potential flooding risks, and accessibility during extreme weather conditions.
- The asking price of 825,000 euros results in a price per square meter of approximately 5,392 euros, which is relatively high for a property with energy label D in a rural West-Friesian location, particularly when considering that a portion of the living space is in a converted outbuilding.
Description
This detached property is situated on the Lekerweg in Venhuizen and occupies a plot of 1,170 square meters that is entirely surrounded by water. Access to the property is gained via a bridge leading to a recently refreshed gravel driveway. The location offers a high degree of privacy while maintaining connections to the surrounding West-Friesian landscape. The exterior features gray painted facades combined with anthracite accents, creating a neutral and contemporary appearance that blends with the rural environment.
The ground floor layout connects three main living areas in a thoughtful arrangement. At the front of the property is the dining room, which includes a fireplace and has a pine wood floor. This room features folding doors that open to a veranda and the rear garden. The kitchen occupies a central position between the dining room and the living room, functioning as the connecting element of the ground floor. This is a custom built kitchen incorporating reclaimed pine floorboards, a Belgian hardstone worktop, robust cabinet fronts, open shelving, and an integrated wine climate cabinet.
The living room is located in what was originally a bulb shed. This space has generous ceiling height with visible wooden structural beams. The floor is finished with rawstone and includes underfloor heating. Two sets of folding doors provide access to the garden and allow natural light to enter the space. A wood burning stove is present for additional warmth and atmosphere.
The first floor contains four bedrooms, each finished in soft, natural color tones with pleasant daylight. The master bedroom has built in closet walls with paneled doors, providing substantial storage space. The other bedrooms, particularly those at the front of the property, feature custom made shelves and window sills crafted from a tree trunk. The bathroom is fitted with a bathtub, a separate shower enclosure, a double vanity, and a skylight that brings in daylight. A separate toilet is also located on this floor. A pull down ladder provides access to the attic, which runs the full length of the property and offers considerable storage space.
The outdoor areas are designed to complement the natural setting. The garden has an open, green character with views of adjacent fruit orchards and fields. The boundaries use natural materials including woven willow fencing that provides shelter without obstructing views. A veranda at the rear offers a protected outdoor space, and a large terrace provides room for outdoor dining. The garden includes play equipment and a tree house, making it suitable for families with children. On one side of the property there is an area of grassland currently used for chickens, with the possibility to keep other small livestock.
An attached shed measuring approximately 5 by 7.5 meters is accessible from inside the property. This space currently serves as a utility area with washing machine and dryer connections, and can also function as a workshop or hobby space. The roof of this shed has been recently replaced. The listing notes that architectural drawings are available for those interested in expanding the living area to incorporate more of the original shed structure. There is also potential for a home office with a separate entrance.
The property is located in the village of Wijdenes, which offers a primary school, a golf course, various sports clubs, and several dining establishments. The Markermeer is located at the end of the street, with swimming beaches at Wijdenes and Oosterleek within walking or cycling distance. The position between the towns of Hoorn and Enkhuizen is practical, and the A7 motorway provides a direct connection to Amsterdam.
Technical details include energy label D, with insulation present on the roof, walls, and floor. The heating system is a Remeha Tzerra Ace 39C gas combination boiler installed in 2021, which is owned by the current proprietor. Additional features include an alarm system, a mechanical ventilation system, fiber optic internet connection, and TV cabling. The roof is a gable roof covered with tiles. The garage is described as an attached brick garage with space for one vehicle, with electricity and running water.
The property was originally built in 1950 and has a total living area of 153 square meters. Additional indoor space measures 39 square meters, and there is 15 square meters of attached outdoor space. The total building volume is 713 cubic meters. The property is offered at 825,000 euros, with buyer costs applicable. The cadastral designation is VENHUIZEN G 1184, with full ownership.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'een aparte douche' (a separate shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions 'Hier is een ligbad' (Here is a bathtub) in the bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The features list explicitly states '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet' (1 bathroom and 1 separate toilet).
His And Hers Sinks
The listing explicitly mentions 'een dubbele wastafel' (a double sink) in the bathroom.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing mentions terraces and a veranda, but no balcony.
Rear Garden
The description explicitly states that at the rear the garden seamlessly connects to the house with doors from the living room and dining room.
Front Garden
The listing mentions a garden around the house and views towards the dike at the front.
Side Garden
The text mentions a piece of grassland on the other side where chickens roam.
Terrace
The features list 'Veranda en meerdere terrassen rondom de woning' and the description mentions a large terrace for a dining table.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a rooftop terrace in the listing.
Fenced Yard
The listing explicitly states 'Perceel kindvriendelijk en volledig omheind' (child-friendly plot, completely fenced).
Veranda
The listing explicitly mentions a veranda multiple times as a sheltered spot.
Guest House
There is no mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
The property is described as being on its own island, completely surrounded by water ('eigen eiland, volledig omringd door water').
Kitchen Garden
There is no mention of a kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
There are no equestrian facilities mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
The listing mentions a piece of land on the side where chickens roam and where you can keep other small livestock ('ander kleinvee kunt houden').
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in the Netherlands (West-Friesland), which is completely flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is located in a rural area ('landelijk gelegen') with views of orchards and the dike, not a city.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing mentions beautiful views over the surrounding fruit orchards and land ('prachtig uitzicht over de omliggende fruitboomgaarden en landerijen') and views of the greenery.
Remarkable Sea View
The property overlooks the Markermeer, which is a lake, not a sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour is mentioned in the description.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are mentioned, though the dike and Markermeer horizon are visible.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
There is no mention of air conditioning in the listing description or features.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions a Remeha Tzerra Ace 39C gas-fired combi boiler from 2021 for central heating.
Fireplace
The listing explicitly states there is a wood stove in the living room and a fireplace in the dining room.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifies pine wood floors (grenenhouten vloer / grenenvloerdelen), which is a softwood, not hardwood.
Tiled Floors
The floors are finished with 'rawstone', a type of cast stone flooring that falls under the tile/stone floor category.
Laminate Flooring
There is no mention of laminate flooring; floors are described as rawstone and pine wood.
Carpeted Floors
There is no mention of carpeted floors in the description.
Underfloor Heating
The listing explicitly mentions underfloor heating (vloerverwarming) beneath the rawstone floor in the living room.
Walk In Closet
The master bedroom has fixed closet walls (vaste kastenwanden) and panel doors, which are built-in wardrobes rather than a walk-in closet.
Home Office
The listing mentions the possibility of working from home with its own entrance (Mogelijkheid voor werken aan huis met eigen entree), referring to the attached shed.
Skylight
The listing mentions a skylight (dakraam) in the bathroom that provides pleasant daylight.
Exposed Beams
The living room, located in the former bulb shed, features visible wooden construction beams (zichtbare houten constructiebalken).
Bay Window
There is no mention of a bay window in the property description.
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of an indoor pool.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of an indoor sauna.
Built-In Wardrobes
The master bedroom has stylishly integrated fixed closet walls (vaste kastenwanden) with panel doors.
French Doors
The listing mentions multiple sets of French doors (openslaande deuren) connecting the dining room and living room to the terrace and garden.
Ornamental Plasterwork
There is no mention of ornamental plasterwork; the style focuses on natural materials and rustic elements.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The interior uses natural materials, soft natural color palettes, and a refined, quiet aesthetic typical of Scandinavian design, though blended with rustic elements.
Modern
Features a custom kitchen, integrated wine climate cabinet, and mechanical ventilation, combined with a timeless grey and anthracite exterior.
Industrial
The former bulb shed living room has exposed wooden construction beams and robust cabinet fronts, giving a slight industrial feel, but it remains mostly rustic.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements such as terracotta, stucco, or specific regional landscaping are present or described.
Classic
The property is a converted 1950s barn with panel doors and a traditional layout, blending classic rural architecture with modern renovations.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The living room is situated in a former bulb shed ('voormalige bollenschuur') from 1950, featuring natural materials like woven willow fences that fit the rural character.
Early 20th Century
The building year is listed as 1950, which is mid-20th century, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Although built in 1950 (post-war), it is a converted agricultural building (bulb shed), not a typical post-war functional residential block.
Modernist
The description highlights gray facades with anthracite accents and a timeless, stylish appearance, but the core is a historic shed with visible wooden beams, making it a blend rather than pure modernist.
Newly Build
The listing specifies 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) with a build year of 1950.
Kitchen
Open Plan Kitchen
The kitchen is described as the central connecting factor between the dining room and living room, indicating an open plan layout.
Pantry
No mention of a separate pantry room or walk-in closet in the kitchen description.
Build In Coffee Maker
Not listed among the kitchen details or amenities.
Boiling Water Tap
No mention of a Quooker or similar instant boiling water tap.
Downdraft Extractor
Not mentioned in the kitchen features.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a detached single-family house, so the kitchen is not shared.
Design Kitchen
Described as a custom-made kitchen (maatwerkmeubel) with a Belgian hardstone countertop and reclaimed pine, indicating high-quality design, though leaning towards robust/rustic rather than modern sleek.
New Kitchen
Described as a custom kitchen with reclaimed materials, suggesting character over brand-new installation, though exact age is unknown.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Features parking on own property (Op eigen terrein) and a recently refreshed gravel driveway (oprit).
Storage Room
Has an attached shed (5x7.5m) and an attic (vliering) explicitly mentioned as providing ample storage space.
Garage
Listed as having an attached brick garage (Aangebouwde stenen garage) with a capacity of 1 car.
Double Garage
Garage capacity is explicitly listed as 1 car.
Attic
Accessible via a loft ladder (vlizotrap), running the full length of the house.
Cellar
No basement or cellar is mentioned in the description or features.
Covered Parking
Has a garage, but no separate carport or covered parking area is mentioned.
Underground Parking
This is a detached rural house on an island, so there is no underground parking.
Workshop
The attached shed is described as suitable for a work or hobby space (werk- of hobbyruimte).
Shed
Features an attached, internally accessible shed (schuur) measuring 5 x 7.5 meters.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is described as a detached house ('vrijstaande woning') on its own island with 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership). There is no mention of an owners association (VvE).
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership/freehold) under the cadastral data.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
No elevator mentioned; property has two floors and an attic accessed by a pull-down ladder.
Intercom
No intercom system mentioned in the listing.
Alarm System
Alarm system (Alarminstallatie) is explicitly listed under provisions.
Security Cameras
No security cameras mentioned in the listing.
Private Entrance
Listing mentions the possibility of a separate entrance for a home office.
Automatic Gate
Access is via a bridge to the driveway; no automatic gate mentioned.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone mentioned in the listing.
Smoke Detectors
No smoke detectors mentioned in the listing details.
Security Door Window Hardware
No specific security hardware for doors or windows is mentioned.
Gated Community
Property is a detached house on a private island, not part of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
Multi-level property with a pull-down ladder to the attic, making it unsuitable for wheelchair users without major modifications.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The description explicitly states that a washing machine setup is present in the shed.
Washing Machine Connections
Implied by the presence of the washing machine setup.
Laundry Room
The washing machine and dryer are located in a multi-purpose shed used for storage, work, or hobbies, rather than a dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
The description explicitly mentions a 'wasmachine- en drogeropstelling' (washing machine and dryer setup) in the shed.
High Speed Internet
Fiber optic cable is available, which inherently provides high-speed internet capabilities.
Fibre Internet
The features list explicitly includes 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Smart Home
There is no mention of any smart home systems, home automation, or smart devices in the listing.
Ventilation System
The features list explicitly includes 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation).
Cable Tv
The features list explicitly includes 'TV kabel' (TV cable).
Water Softener
There is no mention of a water softener in the description or features list.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing description or the features list.
Triple Glazing
Not mentioned in the listing. An energy label D typically indicates standard double glazing rather than triple glazing, which would usually yield a better label.
Wall Insulation
Explicitly listed under the 'Isolatie' (Insulation) section in the features as 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation).
Floor Insulation
Explicitly listed under the 'Isolatie' (Insulation) section in the features as 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation).
Roof Insulation
Explicitly listed under the 'Isolatie' (Insulation) section in the features as 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation).
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a gas-fired combi boiler (Remeha Tzerra Ace 39C from 2021) for heating, with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
No home battery or related energy storage system is mentioned in the description or features list.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features mechanical ventilation (mechanische ventilatie), which improves energy efficiency compared to natural ventilation. Additionally, the living room has underfloor heating paired with a modern 2021 high-efficiency gas condensing boiler (Remeha Tzerra Ace), which operates more efficiently than older boiler models.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.