Life-Cycle Sustainable Home in the Heart of Oisterwijk Center

This property is located in the center of Oisterwijk, a municipality in the southern part of the Netherlands known for its attractive living environment and natural surroundings. The home is situated along the park-like setting of the Voorste Stroom, offering residents a pleasant view while being within walking distance of all daily amenities.

The house was built in 2018 as part of a CPO project, which stands for Collectief Particulier Opdrachtgeverschap. This means that a group of private individuals took the initiative to develop this residential project on the site of the former Mozaïek school. A total of 15 life-cycle sustainable homes were realized in this project, and this particular property is the first one to come onto the market since the original development. The fact that it has taken several years for one of these homes to become available indicates that the current residents are satisfied with their living situation.

The property has a living area of approximately 150 square meters and a total volume of around 654 cubic meters. The plot measures 215 square meters. The home has been awarded an energy label A, which confirms its energy-efficient character. The insulation consists of high-efficiency glass and full insulation throughout the building envelope. Additionally, solar panels have been installed on the roof to further reduce energy costs.

The ground floor of the residence is designed with accessibility in mind. The covered entrance is located at the front of the house. Upon entering, you arrive in the hall where you will find a toilet room with a floating toilet and a small sink, the meter cupboard, and the staircase leading to the first floor. From the hall, you enter the living room with an open kitchen.

The living room is spacious and wide, with a large sliding glass door at the rear that allows plenty of natural light to enter throughout the day. The floor-to-ceiling glazing creates a bright and open atmosphere. In the living room, there is also a practical built-in closet located under the stairs, providing additional storage space.

The luxury kitchen is situated at the front of the house and is in open connection with the living room. The kitchen is equipped with a composite countertop that offers ample workspace. The appliances include a steam oven, a combination microwave oven, a large refrigerator, and an induction cooktop with a Bora extraction system. This extraction system is integrated into the cooktop itself, which means there is no need for a traditional extractor hood above the cooking area. The kitchen also offers generous cabinet space for storing cookware, dishes, and other kitchen items.

One of the key features of this property is its life-cycle sustainable design, which means that the ground floor includes a bedroom and a bathroom. This layout allows residents to live entirely on one level if desired, without the need to use the stairs. This can be particularly appealing for older residents or people with mobility limitations.

The ground floor bedroom is generously sized and features a full-width closet wall that spans the entire width of the room. The bedroom has a view of the inner courtyard at the rear of the property. From this bedroom, you can access the adjacent bathroom.

The ground floor bathroom is equipped with a double vanity integrated into a bathroom cabinet, a walk-in shower, and a floating toilet. There is also a designer radiator that serves to warm towels. The entire ground floor has a ceramic tile floor with underfloor heating, which contributes to a comfortable indoor climate.

The first floor can be reached via the staircase in the hall. On this floor, there is a landing that provides access to two spacious bedrooms, a second bathroom, and a storage room. Both bedrooms measure approximately 20 square meters each and feature high ceilings that enhance the sense of space.

The front bedroom has a French balcony with screens and offers a view over the Voorste Stroom. This room also has a built-in closet that runs the full length of the wall. This bedroom could serve as a hobby room, a study, or an additional bedroom depending on the needs of the residents.

The rear bedroom has a hatch that provides access to the spacious attic storage space. This attic can be reached via a pull-down ladder. The second floor also has a laminate floor.

The second bathroom on this floor is equipped with a walk-in shower, a floating toilet, and a vanity integrated into a cabinet. The washing machine and dryer are also located in this bathroom, integrated into the furniture. The bathroom has a timeless tile finish.

The outdoor space of this property consists of a low-maintenance courtyard at the rear. The listing describes this area as comparable to an apartment with a large balcony or terrace. Across the full width, there is an electrically operated sun awning that provides shade when needed. The courtyard is paved and does not have a lawn, which means there is no grass to mow. The space faces south, which means it receives sunlight throughout the day. The listing also mentions that the courtyard offers complete privacy with no overlooking from neighboring properties.

The property includes an attached garage that is fully insulated and heated. The garage has an electrically operated door and is equipped with a sink with hot and cold water. The garage could also serve as a laundry room if preferred, as an alternative to placing the washing appliances in the upstairs bathroom. Behind the house, there is an additional storage space that can be used for garden cushions and similar items.

The home has a mechanically controlled ventilation system, which ensures a constant supply of fresh air throughout the house. Heating is provided by a gas-fired combination boiler that also supplies the hot water. The boiler is owned by the property owner.

Oisterwijk is a municipality with approximately 32,000 inhabitants. Despite its relatively small size, the town has city rights and offers a high level of amenities. The town center has numerous shops, terraces, restaurants, supermarkets, a train station, a theater, a library, and various sports facilities including football fields, rugby fields, athletic tracks, tennis courts, hockey fields, fitness centers, a riding school, and both an indoor swimming pool and an outdoor natural recreation pool called Het Staalbergven. There are also several playgrounds for children.

Education is well catered for in Oisterwijk, with various broad-based schools and secondary education options, including bilingual education. The town is surrounded by forests and moorland pools known as vennen, with an extensive network of walking, cycling, and bridle paths. Oisterwijk is often referred to as the Pearl in the Green because of this natural setting.

The larger cities of Tilburg and Den Bosch are both within a thirty-minute drive, making Oisterwijk a convenient base for commuters who work in these urban centers but prefer to live in a smaller, more scenic community.

This property is being offered at a asking price of 979,000 euros, which translates to approximately 6,527 euros per square meter of living space. The property is available and the transfer date is to be negotiated. The home is classified as a semi-detached house with a gable roof covered with tiles. The property is fully owned and is registered in the land registry under the designation OISTERWIJK E 5685.

The listing mentions that the property is accessible for elderly people, which aligns with its life-cycle sustainable design featuring a bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor. The home is located on a quiet road in a sheltered position, in the center of the town, with a free view at the front.

Parking is available on the property's own grounds, with the garage providing space for one vehicle. There is also public parking available in the vicinity for additional vehicles or visitors.

The property is listed by Marleen de Bekker of Finesse Makelaardij, a real estate agency operating in the Oisterwijk area. Potential buyers are invited to schedule a viewing to experience the property in person.