Spacious Modernized Detached Country House with Expansive Land near Groningen
Key Features
Upsides
- The property features a ground floor master bedroom with an adjacent modern bathroom, making it highly suitable for single-level living or accessibility needs.
- A significant modernization took place in 2018, expanding the living space and updating the property with modern amenities and a new heating system.
- The home includes 34 solar panels with a high annual yield, offering substantial energy efficiency and reduced utility costs.
- There is a large amount of land available with the property (over 18,000 m² total), which is ideal for keeping horses or enjoying privacy, though the land is optional.
- The location offers a rural lifestyle with excellent connectivity to major cities like Groningen and Assen via the nearby A28 motorway.
Downsides
- The energy label is C, which is average for a modernized home and not top-tier compared to newer energy-efficient constructions.
- Despite the large driveway, there is no garage present, only the possibility to build one, which may be a drawback for vehicle security or storage.
- The property is located outside the built-up area ('buiten bebouwde kom'), meaning immediate amenities are not within walking distance and a car is essential.
- The listing mentions the land is optional, creating some ambiguity regarding the final price and scope of the property compared to the listed asking price of 970,000.
- Although renovated in 2018, the core structure dates back to 1978, which may still entail maintenance typical of older buildings.
Description
This exceptional detached country house presents a unique opportunity to acquire a spacious residence located in a prime position near the Noord-Willemskanaal. The property, which was originally constructed in 1978, underwent a significant modernization and enlargement project in 2018. This extensive renovation has resulted in a contemporary home that meets current living standards while retaining its character. The extension work was carried out on both the side and the rear of the property, which has successfully created a generous and comfortable living program on the ground floor. This particular feature makes the home highly adaptable for various types of residents, ranging from families to those looking to age in place. The location offers a perfect balance between rural tranquility and accessibility, situated just a few minutes by car from Eelde-Paterswolde and Vries, and within easy reach of the amenities in Haren, Assen, and Groningen thanks to the nearby A28 motorway.
Upon entering the residence, one is welcomed into an entrance hall that provides access to the various ground floor rooms. The layout is designed to be practical and fluid. The living areas are positioned to maximize the natural light and the views of the surrounding greenery. The living room itself is bright and spacious, featuring a gas fireplace that serves as a focal point and provides a warm ambiance during the cooler months. Adjacent to the living room is a serre, or sunroom, which acts as a delightful transitional space between the indoors and the garden. This room allows residents to enjoy the outdoor views throughout the year, regardless of the weather. The living spaces connect naturally with one another, creating a cohesive environment that is ideal for both daily family life and entertaining guests. The open kitchen is well maintained and equipped with various built-in appliances, ensuring that culinary tasks can be performed with ease and convenience. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the living areas, promoting a sociable atmosphere.
The ground floor accommodation is further enhanced by a practical utility room and a separate laundry room. The utility room features a staircase leading down to a spacious cellar, offering valuable storage space for items such as bicycles, gardening equipment, or preserves. The laundry room is fitted with built-in cupboards, helping to keep the household organized. One of the standout features of this property is the presence of a master bedroom situated on the ground floor. This room is generously sized and includes fitted wardrobes. Directly adjacent to the master bedroom is a modern bathroom, which is fitted with a shower, a double vanity unit with two faucets, and a wall hung toilet. This configuration makes the property highly suitable for individuals who prefer single level living or those wishing to future proof their home. Additionally, there is a separate work office located on the ground floor, providing a quiet space for those who work from home. A guest toilet with a washbasin is also located on the ground floor for the convenience of visitors.
Ascending to the first floor, the property continues to offer ample accommodation. The landing leads to three spacious bedrooms, each of which benefits from fixed closet space, ensuring that storage needs are well met. These rooms are versatile and could serve as children's bedrooms, guest rooms, or hobby spaces depending on the requirements of the new owners. A second bathroom is located on this floor, adding a layer of convenience for the occupants. This second bathroom is well appointed and features a steam cabin, a washbasin with two taps, and a toilet. The inclusion of a steam cabin provides a spa like experience within the home. The first floor layout ensures that even when the house is full, there is sufficient privacy and bathroom facilities for all residents.
Storage space within the property is abundant. In addition to the cellar and the bedroom closets, there is a second floor accessible via a fixed staircase. This attic space is currently configured as a storage attic, providing a vast area for storing seasonal items, luggage, or archives. The presence of so much storage is a distinct advantage for a family home, helping to keep the main living areas clutter free and organized.
The exterior of the property is equally impressive. The garden is beautifully landscaped and meticulously maintained. It faces southwest, which means that it enjoys sunlight for a large part of the day, making it an ideal spot for outdoor relaxation. The garden features multiple seating areas, two of which are covered, allowing residents to sit outside even when the sun is too strong or during light rain. A pond with a serene appearance adds to the tranquil atmosphere of the outdoor space. The rear of the property offers a free view, which enhances the sense of privacy and space that defines this location. At the front of the house, a wide and long driveway provides ample parking space for multiple vehicles. This is a significant practical benefit, ensuring that residents and guests always have a place to park. A detached wooden shed is also present on the premises, offering additional storage for garden tools or outdoor furniture.
The land associated with this property is a major feature. The listing indicates that the total area is substantial, with the residential plot measuring approximately 1,535 square meters according to the cadastral data for the immediate house plot. However, the total acreage mentioned in the features section encompasses over 18,000 square meters, comprising three separate cadastral plots. The description notes that the property is ideal for horse lovers, suggesting that the land is suitable for keeping animals. It is also mentioned that the house is optionally available without the rear land, providing potential buyers with flexibility regarding the size of the estate they wish to acquire. This makes the property appealing not only to those seeking a large country estate but also to those who simply want a spacious detached house without the responsibility of maintaining extensive grounds.
From a technical perspective, the property is well equipped. It has an energy label C, which is a respectable rating for a home of this size and age. The insulation has been addressed with roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. Heating and hot water are provided by a Remeha Calenta CW-5 gas fired combi boiler, which was installed in 2018 and is owned by the property. A notable feature is the presence of 34 solar panels, which have an estimated annual yield of approximately 11,250 kWh. This renewable energy source can significantly reduce the energy costs of the household and contributes to a more sustainable lifestyle.
The location of the house is described as being outside the built up area in a rural setting, yet it is not isolated. The proximity to the A28 motorway ensures that cities like Groningen and Assen are within a twenty minute drive, while the charming center of Haren can be reached in ten minutes. The nearby villages of Eelde-Paterswolde and Vries offer local amenities and are just a few minutes away. This strategic location allows residents to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside without sacrificing the convenience of urban facilities. In summary, this property offers a versatile and comfortable living space in a beautiful setting, with the added potential of extensive land, making it a unique offering in the current market.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing mentions a shower (douche) on the ground floor and a steam cabin (stoomcabine) on the first floor. The features summary explicitly lists '2 douches'.
Bathtub
The description lists a shower and a steam cabin, but there is no mention of a bathtub (ligbad).
Ensuite Bathroom
The description states the master bedroom has an 'aangrenzende moderne badkamer' (adjacent modern bathroom), strongly indicating an ensuite arrangement.
Guest Toilet
The layout description explicitly lists a separate 'wandcloset met fonteintje' (toilet with sink) in the hall.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the bathroom descriptions.
Double Shower
The features list '2 douches', referring to two separate shower units in the house, rather than a single double-width shower.
Shared Shower
The property is a detached single-family villa, not a multi-unit building where shower facilities are typically described as shared.
Shared Toilet
The separate toilet located in the entrance/hall serves as a shared toilet for visitors and the ground floor living area.
His And Hers Sinks
The description specifies 'wastafelmeubel met 2 kranen' (vanity with 2 faucets) for the ground floor bathroom and 'wastafel met 2 kranen' for the first floor bathroom.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony mentioned; the property features a conservatory ('serre') and ground floor extensions.
Rear Garden
The description mentions a 'groene tuin' (green garden) and 'vrije uitzicht aan de achterzijde' (free view at the back).
Front Garden
The property features a 'brede en lange oprit' (wide and long driveway) at the front and a 'tuin rondom' (garden around the house).
Side Garden
The property features a 'tuin rondom' (garden around the house).
Terrace
The listing states there are 'meerdere zitplekken' (multiple seating spots) and 'twee overdekt' (two covered) areas.
Rooftop Terrace
The attic is described as a 'bergzolder' (storage attic) accessible by a fixed staircase; no roof terrace is mentioned.
Patio
The property includes outdoor seating areas and a conservatory, functioning as a patio.
Veranda
The description mentions 'twee overdekt' (two covered) seating areas, which implies verandas.
Guest House
The listing mentions a 'vrijstaande houten berging' (detached wooden shed) but no guest house.
Waterfront
The location is described as favorable on the 'Noord-Willemskanaal' (canal), and there is a pond.
Kitchen Garden
No vegetable or kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
The listing explicitly states 'Ideaal voor paardenliefhebbers' (Ideal for horse lovers) and mentions a large plot of land.
Small Livestock Facilities
No facilities for small livestock are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No swimming pool is mentioned in the features or description.
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 (Groningen/Drenthe), a region without mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is described as 'landelijk gelegen' (rural) with 'vrije uitzicht' (free view), not a cityscape.
Remarkable Garden View
The description emphasizes the 'groene tuin' (green garden), pond, and views from the living spaces.
Remarkable Sea View
The property is located inland.
Remarkable Harbour View
The property is located on a canal, not a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are mentioned or implied.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned in the description or feature list, nor is it standard in this region and building type.
Central Heating
The feature list explicitly states 'Cv-ketel' (central heating boiler).
Fireplace
The text mentions a 'gashaard' (gas fireplace) in the living room, and the features list 'rookkanaal' (chimney/flue).
Home Office
The layout on the ground floor explicitly includes a 'Werkkamer' (work room/home office).
Skylight
The feature list under 'Voorzieningen' includes 'Dakraam' (skylight).
Exposed Beams
Exposed beams are not mentioned. The house was modernized in 2018, typically implying finished ceilings.
Bay Window
A bay window is not mentioned in the layout or description.
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of a swimming pool.
Private Indoor Sauna
The listing mentions a 'stoomcabine' (steam cabin) in the second bathroom, but not a sauna.
Built-In Wardrobes
The description mentions 'inbouwkasten' in the master bedroom and 'vaste kastruimte' (fixed closet space) in the first-floor bedrooms.
Ornamental Plasterwork
Ornamental plasterwork is not mentioned; the interior was modernized in 2018 suggesting contemporary finishes.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a 'landhuis' (country house) built in 1978. There are no mentions of typical Scandinavian design elements such as light wood tones, minimalist aesthetics, or cozy textile accents.
Modern
The property was modernized and enlarged in 2018. It features a modern open kitchen, modern bathrooms, and 34 solar panels. While the exterior structure is from 1978, the interior is described as current and comfortable.
Industrial
There is no indication of industrial style elements such as exposed brick, concrete, metal piping, or loft-style open spaces.
Mediterranean
The property is located in the Dutch province of Drenthe and is a 'landhuis'. No Mediterranean features like terracotta, specific paint colors, or architectural styles are mentioned.
Classic
The building type is a 'landhuis' (country house) originally built in 1978, which implies a more traditional or classic structure compared to modern new-builds, despite the internal modernization.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1978, it is a modern construction rather than historic. It has a 'landhuis' typology but lacks historic age.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 1978.
Post War Functional
Built in 1978, which is the post-war era, but it is a custom villa, not mass-produced functional housing.
Modernist
Built in the late 70s and significantly modernized in 2018. The style is likely modern, though visuals are not provided.
Newly Build
The original build year is 1978.
Kitchen
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes a 'nette open keuken' (neat open kitchen).
Pantry
The listing mentions a 'bijkeuken' (utility room), which serves as a pantry.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a detached villa ('Vrijstaand landhuis'), not a shared living complex.
Design Kitchen
Described as a 'nette open keuken' updated in 2018, but lacks specific high-end 'design' keywords or brand mentions.
New Kitchen
The house was modernized in 2018, which makes the kitchen approximately 6 years old, implying it is modern but not brand new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing states 'Parkeergelegenheid: Op eigen terrein' (Parking on own premises) and describes a 'brede en lange oprit' (wide and long driveway).
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a 'berging' (storage room) on the ground floor and a 'bergzolder' (storage attic).
Garage
The features section explicitly lists 'Garage: Niet aanwegend' (Not present).
Automatic Garage Door
Since there is no garage, there is no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
Since there is no garage, it is not a double garage.
Attic
The listing mentions a 'Ruime bergzolder' (spacious storage attic) on the second floor.
Cellar
The listing mentions 'toegang naar royale kelder' (access to spacious cellar) in the utility room.
Covered Parking
The listing describes a driveway ('oprit') and mentions covered sitting areas in the garden, but does not mention a carport or covered parking for vehicles.
Underground Parking
The house is a detached villa in a rural area with a cellar, but no underground parking is mentioned or implied.
Shed
The features explicitly list 'Schuur/berging: Vrijstaande houten berging' (Detached wooden shed).
Street Parking Permit
Given the rural location ('Buiten bebouwde kom', 'landelijk gelegen'), a street parking permit system is highly unlikely.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The property is for sale and includes parking on its own terrain; there is no rental price for a parking spot.
Parkspot Sale Price
The parking is included with the property on the private terrain; there is no separate sale price listed for a parking spot.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a detached villa (Vrijstaand landhuis) on a large private plot. There is no mention of a Homeowners Association (VvE), which is standard for this type of property in the Netherlands.
Leasehold
The listing mentions 'kosten koper' (buyer pays costs) and does not mention 'erfpacht' (leasehold) or ground lease, indicating it is likely freehold ownership.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
There is no owners association for this property.
Oa Annual Meeting
There is no owners association for this property.
Oa Fees
There is no owners association for this property.
Oa Reserve Fund
There is no owners association for this property.
Oa Maintenance Plan
There is no owners association for this property.
Oa Buildings Insurance
There is no owners association for this property.
Open Viewing
No open viewing days or times are specified in the description.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes a multi-story house (ground floor, first floor, attic) with no mention of an elevator installation.
Private Entrance
The property is a detached villa ('Vrijstaande woning'), which inherently has a private entrance.
Gated Community
The property is a detached house located in a rural area ('Buiten bebouwde kom'), not part of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The listing states 'Toegankelijk voor ouderen' (accessible for elderly) and notes that the master bedroom and bathroom are on the ground floor, allowing for single-level living.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The property layout explicitly includes a dedicated 'wasruimte' (laundry room), which standardly implies the presence of necessary water and drainage connections.
Laundry Room
The description under 'Indeling' (Layout) clearly states there is a 'wasruimte' (laundry room) on the ground floor.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly mentions '34 zonnepanelen' (34 solar panels) in the 'BIJZONDERHEDEN' section and 'zonnepanelen' in the 'Voorzieningen' section.
Double Glazing
The 'Energie' and 'Isolatie' sections explicitly list 'dubbel glas' (double glazing).
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) in the insulation details. Triple glazing is not mentioned, which usually implies it is not present, as it would be a selling point.
Wall Insulation
The 'Isolatie' section explicitly lists 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation).
Floor Insulation
The 'Isolatie' section explicitly lists 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation).
Roof Insulation
The 'Isolatie' section explicitly lists 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation).
Heat Pump
The heating system is described as a 'Cv-ketel' (gas-fired combi boiler) specifically labeled as 'gas gestookt'. No heat pump is mentioned.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property underwent a modernization in 2018 that included comprehensive insulation and the installation of solar panels.