Spacious 1930s Corner Family Home with Sunny Garden in Heemstede
Key Features
Upsides
- The property is situated in a family-friendly neighborhood with a strong community spirit, featuring a quiet street with mostly local traffic and ample amenities like schools and parks nearby.
- The house offers a generous living space of 168 square meters with original 1930s character details such as en-suite doors, a fireplace, and oak floors, combined with modern extensions and energy efficiency (Label B).
- The deep southwest-facing backyard provides a sunny outdoor space with multiple terraces and a free view over a playing field, ensuring privacy and a pleasant living environment.
Downsides
- Parking is available on the public street rather than a private driveway or garage, which may require finding a spot despite the listing stating availability.
- The property spans three floors, meaning residents must navigate stairs to reach the bedrooms and the attic, which could be a consideration for those with limited mobility.
- With an asking price of 1.2 million euros, the property represents a significant financial investment, which places it in a higher price bracket that limits the pool of potential buyers.
Description
Located on the quiet Meer en Boslaan in Heemstede, this charming 1930s corner house offers a unique blend of character, space, and modern comfort. Situated in a beloved, child-friendly street primarily used by local residents, the property benefits from a corner location that provides a surprising sense of freedom and light. The deep backyard and unobstructed views at the rear contribute to a peaceful atmosphere that is rare to find in this area. The street itself is known for its strong community spirit, where neighbors look out for one another and children play safely outdoors. It is a place where street parties, tennis tournaments, and communal dinners foster a vibrant yet connected living environment.
Despite the tranquil setting, the location is highly central. Primary schools, daycare centers, sports fields, a swimming pool, and the Groenendaalse Bos are all within walking distance. The heart of Haarlem is just a fifteen-minute bike ride away, and Amsterdam is easily accessible by both car and train. This combination of space, unobstructed views, and a quiet location makes this a desirable residence for long-term living.
The house itself successfully combines original 1930s details with contemporary amenities. A sheltered front garden ensures privacy, while the deep backyard, facing southwest, features multiple terraces, colorful borders, and a free view of the playground behind the house. This green outdoor space offers opportunities to enjoy both sun and shade at any time of day. Inside, the property retains much of its original character. The living room features an en-suite layout with a spacious sitting area at the front, complete with a bay window and a designated workspace. The interior is defined by an oak parquet floor, a fireplace, and original built-in cupboards that add significant architectural character.
At the rear of the ground floor, the dining area is fitted with a custom-made bookcase spanning the entire length of the wall, creating an inviting space for family dinners or social gatherings. The extended open-plan kitchen serves as the true heart of the home, offering ample space for the whole family to eat together while enjoying views of the garden. Adjacent to the kitchen is a practical utility room and storage area, equipped with space for a washing machine, an extra freezer, and pantry supplies.
The first floor hosts three well-sized bedrooms, all featuring built-in cupboards, along with a comfortable bathroom equipped with a bath, a shower, and a double vanity. A separate toilet is also located on this floor. The second floor is a particularly striking feature of the property. It is a surprisingly light and spacious attic where the original beams remain visible. Currently configured as a large bedroom and workspace with custom cabinets, a desk, and a loft space, the layout offers flexibility. The area can be easily converted into two separate bedrooms if desired. A sleek, custom-built unit on this floor houses a toilet and a double sink, with connections available for an additional shower.
Sustainability has been a priority in the maintenance of the home. The property has been carefully updated with cavity wall insulation, double glazing, and twelve solar panels, resulting in an energy label B. This ensures that the charm of the 1930s is matched by modern energy efficiency. Additional features include free parking directly in front of the house and proximity to major highways and the Heemstede Aerdenhout train station. This is a warm family home that offers character, tranquility, and ample space for shared living on one of Heemstede's finest locations.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The description and feature list explicitly mention a shower on the first floor and connections for a shower on the second floor.
Bathtub
The description explicitly states 'bad, douche en dubbele wastafel' in the first-floor bathroom, confirming the presence of a bathtub.
Guest Toilet
The text mentions a 'separaat toilet' on the first floor and a 'toilet' on the second floor, confirming there are toilets separate from the main bathroom.
Bidet
The list of bathroom fixtures ('bad, douche en dubbele wastafel') does not include a bidet.
Double Shower
The listing mentions a single shower ('inloopdouche') and gives no indication of a double shower setup.
Shared Shower
The bathroom on the first floor is described as being located in the hallway area serving the three bedrooms, indicating it is a shared facility.
Shared Toilet
The first floor features a separate toilet and the second floor also has a toilet; both are located on floors with multiple bedrooms, confirming they are shared.
His And Hers Sinks
The text explicitly mentions 'dubbele wastafel' (double sink) in the bathroom.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The feature list explicitly states 'Balkon aanwezig'.
Rear Garden
The description mentions a 'diepe achtertuin' (deep backyard) facing southwest.
Front Garden
The description mentions a 'beschutte voortuin' (sheltered front garden).
Side Garden
The feature list explicitly includes 'zijtuin' (side garden).
Terrace
The description states the backyard has 'meerdere terrassen' (multiple terraces).
Rooftop Terrace
The property is a 1930s corner house and no rooftop terrace is mentioned.
Patio
The mention of 'meerdere terrassen' implies paved sitting areas typically considered patios.
Guest House
Only a detached wooden shed ('vrijstaande houten berging') is mentioned, not a guest house.
Waterfront
The street name 'Meer en Boslaan' suggests proximity to water, but the listing highlights a view of a playfield, not direct waterfront living.
Kitchen Garden
No vegetable or kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
Tennis is mentioned as a neighborhood activity, not a private feature.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is in Heemstede, the Netherlands, which is flat.
Remarkable City View
It is a residential street with views of a playfield, not a city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing highlights 'vrij uitzicht' (free view) on a playfield and colorful borders, which is a strong green view.
Remarkable Sea View
Heemstede is an inland municipality.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbour or view of one mentioned.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are visible from the property.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned in the listing, and it is not a standard feature in most Dutch homes of this era and type.
Central Heating
Central heating is not explicitly listed, but it is standard for renovated Dutch homes, and the Energy Label B implies a functional heating system.
Fireplace
The description explicitly mentions an 'open haard' (fireplace) in the living room.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifies an 'eikenhouten parketvloer' (oak parquet floor), which is a type of hardwood flooring.
Laminate Flooring
The listing specifies 'eikenhouten parket' (oak parquet), which is real wood, distinguishing it from laminate.
Carpeted Floors
The listing highlights wood floors and makes no mention of carpet, which is uncommon in the main living areas of modernized Dutch homes.
Home Office
The description mentions a 'werkplek' (workspace) in the living room and a 'werkkamer' (work room) with a desk on the second floor.
Exposed Beams
The description states that the original beams ('originele balken') are still visible on the second floor.
Bay Window
The listing mentions an 'erker' (bay window) in the front sitting room.
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of a pool, and it is not a feature of this property type.
Private Indoor Sauna
A sauna is not mentioned in the description or features list.
Built-In Wardrobes
The listing mentions 'ingebouwde kasten' (built-in cupboards) in the bedrooms and 'op maat gemaakte kasten' (custom-made cabinets) on the second floor.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The house is a 1930s corner house with classic details and parquet floors, not the minimalist, light-filled style typical of Scandinavian design.
Modern
The house has modern amenities such as an extended kitchen, solar panels, and energy label B, but retains its original 1930s structure and character.
Industrial
This is a residential family home from the 1930s with a warm atmosphere, lacking the raw materials, open spaces, and converted warehouse aesthetic of industrial style.
Mediterranean
The architecture is Dutch (1930s hoekhuis/herenhuis) and does not feature stucco, terracotta roofs, or other Mediterranean elements.
Classic
The listing explicitly describes a 1930s corner house with original details, an en-suite living room, bay window, and built-in cupboards, all hallmarks of classic architecture.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building is a 1930s corner house ('jaren 30 hoekhuis') with original details.
Early 20th Century
The construction year is 1935.
Post War Functional
Built in 1935, it is pre-war.
Modernist
The style is traditional 1930s, distinct from modernist architecture.
Newly Build
The construction year is 1935 and it is listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing build).
Kitchen
Freezer
The text explicitly mentions space for an 'extra vriezer' (extra freezer) in the utility room.
Pantry
The listing explicitly mentions a 'praktische bijkeuken/berging' (practical utility room/pantry) attached to the kitchen.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a single-family home (hoekwoning/herenhuis), not an apartment complex with shared facilities.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as extended, atmospheric, and the heart of the house, but lacks specific keywords associated with high-end 'design' kitchens or luxury brands.
New Kitchen
The kitchen is described as extended ('uitgebouwde') and offers 'modern comfort', but the house retains 1930s details and no renovation date for the kitchen is provided.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly states 'Vrije parkeergelegenheid voor de deur' (free parking in front of the door) and lists 'Openbaar parkeren' under features.
Storage Room
The listing mentions a 'praktische bijkeuken/berging' (practical utility/storage room) inside the house.
Garage
The listing mentions a 'vrijstaande houten berging' (detached wooden shed) but does not mention a garage.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage mentioned, therefore there is no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
There is no garage mentioned.
Attic
The description mentions a 'vliering' (loft/attic) on the second floor, in addition to the full second story.
Cellar
No basement (kelder) is mentioned in the listing.
Bike Storage
The property has a detached wooden shed ('vrijstaande houten berging') which typically serves as bike storage in Dutch homes.
Covered Parking
There is no mention of a carport or covered parking area; parking is described as 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking) and in front of the door.
Underground Parking
There is no mention of underground parking, which is unlikely for a 1930s corner house.
Ev Charging
While the house has solar panels, an electric vehicle charging station is not mentioned.
Workshop
The shed is described as storage, not specifically as a workshop.
Shed
The listing explicitly mentions 'Schuur/berging: Vrijstaande houten berging'.
Street Parking Free
The listing states 'Vrije parkeergelegenheid voor de deur' (free parking in front of the door).
Street Parking Permit
Since parking is described as free and in front of the door, a permit system is unlikely, though not explicitly ruled out.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no mention of a rented parking spot; parking is public/free on the street.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no private parking spot listed for sale.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a single-family corner house ('hoekhuis') with 'Volle eigendom' (freehold) and there is no mention of an Owners Association (VvE).
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Volle eigendom' (Full ownership/Freehold).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
No Owners Association is present.
Oa Annual Meeting
No Owners Association is present.
Oa Fees
No Owners Association is present.
Oa Reserve Fund
No Owners Association is present.
Oa Maintenance Plan
No Owners Association is present.
Oa Buildings Insurance
No Owners Association is present.
Other Rules
The listing does not mention any specific property rules or bylaws.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes a 1930s corner house with three floors. There is no mention of an elevator, which is standard for this type of property.
Private Entrance
The property is a single-family corner house (hoekhuis) with its own front door and sheltered front garden.
Automatic Gate
The listing specifies 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking) and 'Vrije parkeergelegenheid voor de deur', indicating street parking rather than a gated driveway.
Gated Community
The house is located on a public street ('Meer en Boslaan') with local traffic and public parking, not in a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house spans three floors with stairs, and no elevator or ramps are mentioned, making full accessibility unlikely.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The listing specifies a utility room/pantry with space for a washing machine, which strongly implies the presence of connections.
Laundry Room
The listing explicitly mentions a 'bijkeuken/berging' (utility room/pantry) attached to the kitchen.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The description explicitly mentions '12 zonnepanelen' (12 solar panels).
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'dubbel glas' in both the description and the features list.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) and makes no mention of triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
The description mentions 'spouwmuurisolatie' (cavity wall insulation) and the features list 'muurisolatie'.
Floor Insulation
The 'Isolatie' (Insulation) section explicitly lists roof, wall, and glazing, but does not list floor insulation.
Roof Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'Dakisolatie' (roof insulation).
Heat Pump
There is no mention of a heat pump; the property features an open fireplace ('open haard').
Home Battery
No home battery is mentioned in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing details specific insulation types and an energy label.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.