Sustainable Modern Family Home with South-Facing Garden in Ede-Kernhem
Key Features
Upsides
- The property is highly sustainable with an energy label A+++, featuring district heating, full insulation, HR++ glass, and solar panels, resulting in low energy costs.
- It is located in a family-friendly and popular neighborhood in Kernhem-West with amenities such as schools, shops, and nature nearby, while offering good connections to major highways.
- The layout is flexible and bright, featuring a extended living room, a south-facing garden, and a second floor that offers potential to be converted into a third bedroom or home office.
Downsides
- The living area is currently 69 square meters, which is relatively compact, although the attic offers potential for expansion.
- Parking is provided via public parking spaces at the rear rather than a private driveway or garage.
- The property is a terraced house (tussenwoning), which means it shares walls with neighbors on both sides.
Description
This sustainable residence is situated in the pleasant neighborhood of Kernhem-West in Ede. The property offers an excellent opportunity for those making a fresh start from an apartment or taking their first step on the housing market. Constructed with modern standards, the home features an energy label A+++, two bedrooms, and the potential to create a third. The south-facing garden and the car-free green area in front of the house contribute to a peaceful and comfortable living environment.
Kernhem-West is the newest and northern part of the popular Kernhem district. The location is highly practical, providing residents with immediate access to various amenities. Primary schools, childcare facilities, bus stops, and a shopping center with a health center are all within close proximity. For daily commuting, the location is ideal, with quick access to the A12 and A30 motorways towards Utrecht, Arnhem, and the A1. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby woods, heathland, and the Kernhem estate, which offer beautiful routes for walking or mountain biking.
The exterior of the property presents a modern look with horizontal and vertical masonry in a dark color. Upon entering the home, the hallway features a beautiful herringbone floor that continues into the living room and kitchen. Underfloor heating ensures a comfortable temperature throughout the ground floor. The toilet room on this floor is finished in light colors, providing a neutral base that can be styled to personal taste. A notable feature in the hall is the open space under the staircase, which enhances the spatial feeling of the living area.
The living room has been extended at the rear, measuring over 6.5 meters in length. This creates ample space for a distinct sitting area and a dining area. Double doors on the south side ensure plenty of natural light and provide a seamless connection to the garden. The kitchen is located at the front of the house and is equipped with an approximately 4.50 meter long wall unit. It includes four large drawers and multiple cabinets, ensuring sufficient storage space. The kitchen is fully equipped with an induction cooktop, extractor hood, dishwasher, combi-oven, refrigerator, and freezer.
The first floor houses two bedrooms. The master bedroom spans the full width of the house, while the second bedroom at the front is currently used as a walk-in closet. Both rooms are fitted with a PVC floor with a wood motif and high skirting boards. The bathroom is modernly designed with a walk-in shower featuring a glass wall, a wide sink with a large mirror, and a second toilet. An electric wall radiator is placed next to the toilet for added comfort.
The second floor is a multifunctional attic space. Currently, it serves as a spacious room with a skylight, storage space in the sloping rooflines, and a neat PVC floor. This level offers flexibility to be used as a home office, gym, or hobby room. There is potential to increase the living area by approximately 14 square meters by installing a larger skylight, which would create a full-fledged third bedroom, increasing the total living area to about 83 square meters.
The exterior features a backyard located on the sunny south, allowing residents to enjoy the sun throughout the day. The garden measures 40 square meters and is equipped with fencing with concrete posts and varied planting. A detached wooden shed provides storage for bicycles and garden tools, and there is a back entrance for easy access. Parking is available at the rear of the property.
Technically, the home is very well equipped. It has roof, wall, and floor insulation, as well as hardwood window frames with HR++ glass. Heating and hot water are provided by efficient district heating. The property also features mechanical ventilation with heat recovery and four solar panels. This combination of features ensures a sustainable and energy-efficient living environment. The acceptance of the property is in consultation.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The description mentions 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) on the first floor, and the features list confirms '2 douches'.
Bathtub
The text lists specific bathroom amenities including a shower, sink, and toilet, but does not mention a bathtub anywhere.
Guest Toilet
The description states 'Naast de trap is de toiletruimte' on the ground floor, which is separate from the first-floor bathroom.
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the description or features list.
Double Shower
The features list mentions '2 douches', implying two separate shower units in the property. This does not refer to a single double shower enclosure.
Shared Shower
The first floor contains two bedrooms and one bathroom with a shower, indicating the shower is shared.
Shared Toilet
The first-floor bathroom contains a toilet which is shared by the bedrooms on that floor. The ground floor toilet is shared by the living areas.
His And Hers Sinks
The features list mentions '2 wastafels' (2 sinks) while the description refers to 'een brede wastafel' (a wide washbasin). This suggests there are likely two sinks, but the phrasing 'a wide washbasin' could imply a single large unit.
Building General
South Facing
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing describes a ground floor extension, a rear garden, and a front garden, but makes no mention of a balcony.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Achtertuin' (rear garden) of 40 m² situated on the south.
Front Garden
The listing explicitly lists 'Voortuin' (front garden) under the 'Buitenruimte' (outdoor space) section.
Side Garden
The property is a 'tussenwoning' (terraced house), which implies walls on both sides, making a side garden physically unlikely and it is not mentioned.
Rooftop Terrace
The property is a standard terraced house with a loft conversion option; no rooftop terrace is mentioned.
Fenced Yard
The description mentions 'mooie schuttingen met betonpalen' (beautiful fences with concrete posts) in the rear garden.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
The listing mentions a 'vrijstaande houten berging' (detached wooden shed), not a guest house.
Waterfront
The property is located in the residential area Kernhem-West in Ede, which is not a waterfront location.
Kitchen Garden
No vegetable garden or kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
The property is a modern townhouse in a residential neighborhood with no mention of stables or equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
No facilities for small livestock are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No swimming pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
Ede is located in the Veluwe region, which has forests and hills but no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is in a residential area and the view is described as looking out onto a car-free green area ('autovrij plantsoen') and garden, not a city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
The property has a south-facing garden and double doors connecting to it, but the view is of a standard residential garden.
Remarkable Sea View
Ede is an inland municipality.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbour nearby.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmarks are mentioned in the description.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing mentions district heating and heat recovery ventilation but does not mention air conditioning.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states 'Stadsverwarming' (district heating), which is a form of central heating.
Fireplace
There is no mention of a fireplace or wood stove in the description.
Carpeted Floors
The description specifies herringbone flooring on the ground floor and PVC flooring on the upper floors; no carpet is mentioned.
Underfloor Heating
The text explicitly states 'vloerverwarming' (underfloor heating) in the hall, living room, and kitchen.
Walk In Closet
One of the bedrooms on the first floor is currently used as a 'kleedruimte' (dressing room).
Home Office
The text suggests the attic floor could serve as a 'thuiswerkplek' (home office), but it is currently described as a multifunctional attic/loft, not a dedicated office.
Skylight
The second floor features a 'dakraam' (skylight).
Exposed Beams
The property is a modern, insulated home (label A+++); exposed beams are typically not present in such constructions unless specified.
Bay Window
There is no mention of a bay window (erker) in the layout description.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard row house without the space or infrastructure for an indoor pool.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the features or description.
French Doors
The listing describes 'Dubbele deuren aan de zuidkant' (double doors on the south side) leading to the garden.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The home is a modern new build; ornamental plasterwork is not mentioned and is unlikely.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The description mentions light colors in the toilet and a spacious layout, but the dark brickwork and general modern style are more prominent than specific Scandinavian elements.
Modern
The listing explicitly describes the property as a 'moderne woning' (modern home) built in 2023 with sustainable features and a contemporary layout.
Industrial
No mention of exposed raw materials, concrete, or industrial-style fittings.
Mediterranean
While there is a south-facing garden, the architecture is modern Northern European brickwork, not Mediterranean style.
Classic
The property is a new build from 2023 with a modern aesthetic, not a classic style.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The house was built in 2023 and is described as a 'moderne woning'.
Early 20th Century
The house was built in 2023.
Post War Functional
The house was built in 2023.
Modernist
The listing explicitly describes the house as a 'moderne woning' with modern brickwork, though it is a contemporary new build rather than a specific architectural modernist movement style.
Newly Build
The construction year is explicitly listed as 2023.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions 'vaatwasser' which is a dishwasher.
Oven
The listing mentions 'combi-oven' which typically includes oven functionality.
Microwave
The listing mentions 'combi-oven' which typically includes microwave functionality.
Refrigerator
The listing explicitly mentions 'koelkast' which is a refrigerator.
Freezer
The listing explicitly mentions 'vriezer' which is a freezer.
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as having a 'wandopstelling' which means a wall-mounted setup, not an island.
Pantry
There's no mention of a pantry in the listing.
Stove
The listing mentions 'inductie kookplaat' which is a cooktop/stove.
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly mentions 'inductie kookplaat' which is an induction cooktop/stove.
Build In Coffee Maker
There's no mention of a built-in coffee maker in the listing.
Boiling Water Tap
There's no mention of a boiling water tap (like Quooker) in the listing.
Shared Kitchen
There's no mention of a shared kitchen. This appears to be a standalone house.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as having a long wall setup with plenty of storage, looking very tidy, but there's no information about the brand, materials, or specific design features.
New Kitchen
The house was built in 2023, so the kitchen is likely quite new. However, there's no explicit mention of when the kitchen was installed or if it's brand new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The description states 'parkeergelegenheid is er aan de achterzijde' (parking is available at the rear) and the features list 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking).
Storage Room
The listing mentions a detached shed ('Schuur/berging') and storage space in the sloping roofs of the second floor ('bergruimte in de schuine dakvlakken').
Garage
There is no mention of a garage in the description or features. Only a shed ('bergink') is present.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage.
Double Garage
There is no garage.
Attic
The property has a second floor described as a 'zolderverdieping' (attic floor).
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the listing.
Bike Storage
The listing explicitly states that there is enough room in the shed for bicycles ('in de berging is genoeg plek voor de (kinder)fietsen').
Covered Parking
The parking mentioned is public parking or at the rear, with no mention of a carport or covered structure for vehicles.
Underground Parking
There is no mention of underground parking.
Ev Charging
The listing mentions solar panels and district heating but does not mention an electric vehicle charging station.
Workshop
The outbuilding is listed as a 'Schuur/berging' (shed/storage) with electricity, not specifically described or equipped as a workshop.
Shed
The features list a 'Vrijstaande houten berging' (detached wooden shed) and the text mentions 'de berging'.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no mention of a specific parking spot available for rent.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no mention of a parking spot for sale.
Rules
Leasehold
The listing does not mention leasehold ('erfpacht'). In Dutch real estate listings, leasehold is explicitly mentioned if applicable. Its absence suggests the property is freehold ('vol eigendom').
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes a three-story house (tussenwoning) with a fixed staircase to the second floor, which is the standard access method.
Private Entrance
The listing describes a 'tussenwoning' (terraced house) which, by definition and description of the 'hal' (hallway), has a private entrance directly from the street/autovrij plantsoen.
Automatic Gate
Parking is described as 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking) at the rear. There is no mention of a gate or private enclosed driveway.
Smoke Detectors
The house was built in 2023. Since July 1, 2022, it has been mandatory by law in the Netherlands to have smoke detectors on every floor of a home.
Gated Community
The property is located in a standard residential neighborhood (Kernhem-West) with public parking and no mention of security gates or access control.
Wheelchair Accessible
The property has three floors accessible only by a 'vaste trap' (fixed staircase). The bathroom is located on the first floor, requiring the use of stairs.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The property is a modern home built in 2023 with a bathroom and technical facilities. It is standard for such properties to be equipped with the necessary plumbing for laundry appliances.
Laundry Room
The layout description (hall, living room, kitchen, bedrooms, bathroom, attic) does not mention a separate utility or laundry room. The text specifically notes there is no storage cupboard ('bergkast') on the ground floor.
High Speed Internet
The features list explicitly states 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), which provides high-speed internet.
Fibre Internet
The 'Voorzieningen' (Facilities) section explicitly lists 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Ventilation System
The text explicitly mentions 'WTW-ventilatie' (Heat recovery ventilation) and the features list includes 'mechanische ventilatie'.
Water Softener
Water softeners are rare in Dutch residential listings and are not mentioned in the property description or features.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The description explicitly mentions 'Vier zonnepanelen' (Four solar panels) in the 'Bijzonderheden' section.
Double Glazing
The features section explicitly lists 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) under Isolatie, and the description mentions 'HR++ glas'.
Triple Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) in the features. While it mentions HR++ glass, this is typically high-efficiency double glazing, distinct from the HR+++ usually associated with triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
The description lists 'gevelisolatie' and the features section explicitly includes 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation).
Floor Insulation
The description explicitly lists 'vloerisolatie' in the 'Bijzonderheden' section.
Roof Insulation
The description explicitly lists 'dakisolatie' in the 'Bijzonderheden' section.
Heat Pump
The property is connected to 'Stadsverwarming' (district heating) rather than having an individual heat pump installation.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery or energy storage system in the provided text.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features heat recovery ventilation (WTW), district heating (Stadsverwarming) with partial floor heating, and HR++ glazing.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.