Completely Modernized Farmhouse with Freestanding Thatched Barn in Aalden

This charming farmhouse is situated on Aelderstraat in the village of Aalden, located in the province of Drenthe. The property dates back to the early 1900s and has been completely renovated and modernized over the years to meet contemporary comfort standards. The farmhouse sits on an attractive residential location, with the rear boundary adjacent to the characteristic farming village of Oud Aalden, which adds to the scenic and historical appeal of the setting.

The main residence offers a generous living area of 226 square meters spread across two floors. On the ground floor, the layout includes an entrance hall, a cozy street facing living room featuring an open fireplace, and a living kitchen equipped with a luxury built in kitchen in a rural style. The kitchen includes various Siemens built in appliances, with some of these appliances having been recently replaced as noted in the NVM questionnaire. Also located on the ground floor are a hallway, a bathroom with a whirlpool, shower, and double sinks, a separate toilet, a second garden facing living room, a utility room, and a bedroom that can also serve as a study.

The first floor of the main house accommodates a landing and three spacious bedrooms, along with a second bathroom. This upper bathroom is fitted with floor heating for added comfort. The entire ground floor benefits from underfloor heating, ensuring a pleasant indoor climate throughout the year.

A notable feature of this property is the freestanding barn located on the premises. This thatched roof outbuilding measures approximately 13 by 10 meters and was completely restored in 2008. The barn has a total area of 123 square meters and is highly multifunctional in its current configuration. It provides parking space for up to three vehicles and has been fitted out with a hobby or office room, a toilet, and a shower facility. On the upper floor of the barn, a fully insulated office space has been created. The barn has its own central heating installation, making it excellently suitable for working from home or for other purposes. There is also a possibility to store a camper or caravan under cover in this building.

On the south side of the freestanding barn, a pleasant veranda has been constructed, offering a beautiful view of Oud Aalden and the adjoining nature areas. This outdoor space provides an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

The main garden is located at the rear of the property and offers an attractive view of Oud Aalden with excellent sun exposure throughout the day. The rear garden measures 1920 square meters with a depth of 80 meters and a width of 24 meters. A noteworthy practical feature is the attractive driveway at the rear that provides access to the barn. The total plot size amounts to 2575 square meters, which includes front garden, rear garden, and side garden areas as well as a sun terrace. The garden orientation is southwest.

The thatched roof of the main farmhouse was renewed in 2024 and features a screwed roof construction with insulation, which contributes to more affordable building insurance premiums. The thatched roof of the barn was replaced in 2008, also with a screwed roof system.

Regarding energy efficiency, the property has an energy label C. The insulation includes roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. Heating is provided by a Vaillant Ecotec 35/40 gas fired combination boiler from 2022, which is owned by the current owners. Additionally, 12 solar panels were installed in 2022, helping to reduce energy costs. A water well is also present on the property.

The current owners have been utilizing one of the possibilities offered by this versatile property by operating a bed and breakfast from the premises. According to the listing, this B&B has good occupancy rates and receives positive reviews from guests. This demonstrates the income generating potential of the property for future owners who may wish to continue this activity.

The village of Aalden is situated approximately 15 kilometers from the city of Emmen and offers the tranquility and atmosphere of a pleasant village combined with various amenities. Local facilities include shops, primary schools, and sports accommodations such as a riding school, tennis and padel courts, and a golf course. The towns of Assen and Hoogeveen are readily accessible by both public transport and car.

The natural surroundings of this property are particularly noteworthy. Oud Aalden borders the Aalder esch, which transitions into the Kerkhorsten nature reserve, which in turn borders the Klenckerveld area. Approximately one kilometer away lies the village of Meppen with its adjacent nature area, which was established in the late nineteenth century to protect the village and surrounding farmlands from drifting sand. Through the planting of various coniferous and deciduous tree species, this has developed into a diverse forest area that connects almost seamlessly to the Boswachterij Gees nature reserve. Walking routes, mountain bike trails, and outdoor riding paths can be accessed directly from the property. For golf enthusiasts, the Drentse Golfclub De Gelpenberg is located approximately 1.5 kilometers away.

The property features various modern amenities including skylights, a fiber optic cable connection, mechanical ventilation, a chimney flue, TV cable, and the aforementioned solar panels. The total volume of the main building is 745 cubic meters. The external storage space amounts to 181 square meters, which primarily consists of the freestanding barn. The barn is constructed as a wooden outbuilding with a loft, electricity, heating, and running water, and features roof insulation.

Parking is available on the private grounds of the property. The construction type is classified as existing construction with a building year of 1900, though the property has undergone significant renovations since then. The roof type is a gable roof covered with thatch. The listing notes that double occupancy is possible at this property, indicating its suitability for multi generational living or continued B&B use.

Transfer of the property is available by mutual agreement. The asking price is stated as 885000 euros, with the buyer responsible for the transfer costs, which is the standard practice in the Netherlands referred to as kosten koper. The asking price per square meter of living space amounts to approximately 3916 euros.