Spacious Detached Family Home with Large Outbuilding in Quiet Friesland Village
Key Features
Upsides
- Large detached outbuilding of approximately 130 square meters with high clearance of 3.90 meters, suitable for multiple vehicles, storage, or workshop use, equipped with heavy power connection.
- Spacious plot of 814 square meters with a well maintained garden surrounding the property, offering privacy and various outdoor living spaces.
- Convenient location in a quiet village while being only fifteen minutes from four major towns, combining rural tranquility with urban accessibility.
- Ground floor workroom provides flexibility for home office or hobby use, adding to the property's versatility for different buyer profiles.
- Good energy performance with label C, recent boiler from 2020, and proper insulation including roof, walls, and largely double glazing.
Downsides
- The outbuilding roof contains material suspected to contain asbestos, which may require future remediation and associated costs.
- The property is sold under the as is where is and non occupancy clauses, indicating it requires modernization and the seller will not guarantee its condition.
- The kitchen is described as simple and basic, likely requiring updating to meet modern expectations at this price point.
- Easterlittens is a small village of only 470 inhabitants with limited local amenities, requiring travel to neighboring Winsum or larger towns for daily needs.
- The attic is only accessible via a pull down ladder rather than a permanent staircase, limiting its practical use as additional living space.
Description
Located on a quiet street in the charming village of Easterlittens, this surprisingly spacious detached family home offers an impressive combination of comfortable living space and practical facilities. The property includes a substantial detached outbuilding measuring approximately thirteen by ten meters, a generous driveway, and a sunny, sheltered garden. The entire property sits on a well sized plot of 814 square meters of private land, providing ample space for various uses including hobbies, storage, or working from home.
Easterlittens is a small village with approximately 470 inhabitants, situated in the heart of the Greidhoeke region of Friesland. The location is particularly convenient, being just fifteen minutes by car from the larger towns of Franeker, Bolsward, Leeuwarden, and Sneek. The waterways Bolswardertrekvaart and Franekervaart intersect near the village, and the nearby camping site with its restaurant and village harbor takes its name from this crossing. The village square, located near the church and the local cafe, comes alive in summer with Jeu de Pelote, a traditional game that draws participants from both within and outside the village. With its own sports complex, a cafe and restaurant, and the neighboring village of Winsum offering daily amenities and a primary school, Easterlittens provides a pleasant living environment.
The Greidhoeke region is known for its beautiful rural landscapes with expansive views, excellent walking and cycling routes, boating paths, historic estates, and traditional inns. This area appeals to those who appreciate a peaceful countryside lifestyle while maintaining good connections to urban centers.
The ground floor of the residence features an entrance at the front leading to a generous hallway with an open void to the first floor. This hallway contains the staircase, a wardrobe area, a toilet, the meter cupboard, and provides access to both the ground floor workroom and the main living area. The garden oriented living room benefits from large windows on the front, side, and rear facades, offering pleasant views of the surrounding garden and the quiet street. The living room is arranged with a comfortable seating area centered around a fireplace. At the rear, the living space transitions into a dining area, which connects to the semi open kitchen. A sliding patio door creates a seamless connection to the terrace and garden, effectively extending the living space outdoors.
The kitchen is fitted with a simple corner unit that includes an integrated bar counter, providing a pleasant spot for casual meals, morning coffee, or socializing while cooking. The kitchen is equipped with various built in appliances including an induction cooktop, extractor hood, oven, dishwasher, and refrigerator. Adjacent to the kitchen is a practical utility room that houses the laundry appliances, the central heating boiler, additional storage space, and a door providing access to the rear garden, side garden, and the outbuilding.
The first floor features a central landing with the open void and access to three bedrooms and the bathroom. On the left side is a spacious bedroom that spans the full depth of the house. On the right side are two additional bedrooms, both of similar and appealing dimensions. The centrally located bathroom is enhanced by a dormer window and is fitted with a shower enclosure, a vanity unit, and a second toilet. The window allows natural daylight to enter and provides natural ventilation.
The attic space is accessible via a pull down ladder and is currently used as storage, offering surprisingly ample practical space for seasonal items and belongings.
A notable feature of this property is the large detached outbuilding measuring approximately thirteen by ten meters. This multifunctional space offers numerous possibilities and would be ideal for hobbyists, storing multiple vehicles, a caravan or camper, general storage, or as a workshop. The outbuilding has two steel rolling doors at the front with a passage height of 3.90 meters. The floor is concrete and has previously accommodated parked trucks, demonstrating its robust construction. The high ridge and sturdy construction make this a particularly valuable addition to the property. It should be noted that the roof covering contains material suspected to contain asbestos.
The garden surrounds the property and is attractively laid out with lawn, well filled borders, decorative gravel, and various terraced areas. The rear garden features conifers along the green fencing, providing considerable privacy and shelter. The sunny orientation means that pleasant spots in both sun and shade can be found throughout the day.
The property was built in 1985 and has an energy label C. Insulation includes roof insulation, largely double glazing, and wall insulation. Heating and hot water are provided by a Remeha Tzerra 28c gas fired combination boiler from 2020, which is included in the sale. The property features mechanical ventilation, a sliding patio door, and exterior sun blinds.
The living area measures 129 square meters, with an additional 140 square meters of other indoor space and 15 square meters of external storage. The total volume is 1,404 cubic meters. The property consists of two living levels plus an attic, with five rooms in total including three bedrooms.
The property is being offered with an asking price of 525,000 euros, which is 4,070 euros per square meter of living space. Transfer is by negotiation. The sale is subject to the non occupancy clause and the as is where is clause, indicating that the property requires modernization and offers various possibilities for the new owner to implement their own preferences and improvements.
This property represents a unique opportunity for buyers seeking a combination of comfortable family living and substantial practical space in a peaceful yet well connected Friesland village setting.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The description explicitly mentions a 'douchehoek' (shower corner) in the bathroom, and the features list includes 'Douche'.
Bathtub
The listing mentions a 'douchehoek' and lists 'Douche' as a facility, but makes no mention of a bathtub ('bad' or 'ligbad'). In Dutch listings, a bathtub is typically highlighted if present.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is described as 'centraal gelegen' (centrally located) on the first floor accessible via the landing, not as an ensuite attached to a specific bedroom.
Guest Toilet
There is a separate toilet located in the hal (hallway) on the ground floor, distinct from the toilet in the bathroom.
Bidet
The item is not mentioned in the description or the feature list. It is rare in this region and would be a specific selling point.
Rain Shower
The shower is described as a 'douchehoek' (shower corner), which typically refers to a standard shower setup rather than a specific rain shower.
Double Shower
The description refers to a 'douchehoek' (singular shower corner) rather than a double shower or multiple shower heads.
Shared Shower
There is only one bathroom in the house serving three bedrooms, making the shower a shared facility for the household.
Shared Toilet
The bathroom contains a toilet (described as a 'tweede toilet'), which serves the occupants of the three bedrooms on the first floor.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a 'wastafelmeubel' (vanity unit) but does not specify if it contains double sinks. Single sinks are the default assumption unless specified.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The description mentions terraces and a garden, but does not mention a balcony.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions an 'achtertuin' (rear garden) with dimensions.
Front Garden
The listing mentions 'voortuin' (front garden) in the features section and describes a garden around the house.
Side Garden
The listing mentions a 'zijtuin' (side garden) in the description and features.
Terrace
The listing describes 'diverse terrassen' (various terraces) and a connection to a terrace via sliding doors.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a rooftop terrace; the roof is described as a 'zadeldak' (hipped/gable roof) covered with tiles.
Barbecue Area
While there are terraces, no specific barbecue area or facility is listed.
Fenced Yard
The description mentions conifers along the boundaries ('erfafscheidingen') providing privacy and shelter, functioning as a fence.
Patio
The property features multiple terraces (patios) in the garden.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned; the property has sliding doors to a terrace, not an enclosed veranda.
Guest House
There is a large detached shed ('loods'), but it is not described as a guest house or living accommodation.
Waterfront
Although the village is near waterways, the house is situated on a quiet street with no mention of direct water frontage.
Kitchen Garden
The garden is described with lawns, borders, and gravel, but no vegetable or kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
There are no stables, paddocks, or equestrian facilities mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No facilities for small livestock are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Friesland, a flat region, so mountain views are impossible.
Remarkable City View
The property is in a small rural village with 'landelijke vergezichten' (rural views), not a city view.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing highlights the 'fraai zicht' on the surrounding garden and the sunny, sheltered yard.
Remarkable Sea View
The property is inland in Friesland, not near the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
While the village has a harbor, the house is on a quiet street and the description does not claim a view of it.
Remarkable Landmark View
No views of specific landmarks are described.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned in the features list or description. It is uncommon in Dutch residential homes from this era unless recently added, and there is no indication of installation.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Cv-ketel' (central heating boiler) and specifically names a 'Remeha Tzerra 28c' installed in 2020.
Fireplace
The description states: 'De woonkamer is ingericht met een gezellige zithoek rondom de haard.' (The living room is furnished with a cozy sitting area around the fireplace).
Walk In Closet
The bedrooms are described as spacious, but there is no mention of a walk-in closet (walk-in dressing).
Home Office
The listing explicitly mentions a 'werkkamer op de begane grond' (workroom on the ground floor).
Exposed Beams
There is no mention of exposed beams in the house description. The shed has a high ridge ('hoge nok'), but the house's interior is not described as having exposed structural elements.
Bay Window
The description mentions large windows ('grote raampartijen') but does not specify a bay window (erker).
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of an indoor pool, which would be a major feature listed in the description. The shed is for storage/hobbies.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of a sauna in the description of the house or the shed.
French Doors
The description mentions a 'schuifpui' (sliding patio door), but does not mention French doors (draaikiepramen).
Ornamental Plasterwork
The house is from 1985 and requires modernization. There is no mention of ornamentation, stucco, or ceiling roses typical of ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a standard 1985 detached house in a rural Dutch village. There are no descriptions of the specific minimalist, light, or natural wood interior design elements characteristic of Scandinavian style.
Modern
The listing explicitly states the property 'behoeft een modernisering' (needs modernization) and features a simple kitchen block from the 1985 build era. While it has some modern amenities like an induction cooktop, the overall style is described as dated.
Industrial
While the property features a large, industrial-style shed with concrete floors and steel doors, the house itself is a standard residential building. Industrial typically refers to the living space style.
Mediterranean
The property is located in Friesland, Netherlands, with typical Dutch architecture (gable roof, brick). There is no mention of Mediterranean features like stucco walls, terracotta roofs, or specific landscaping.
Classic
The house was built in 1985, which places it in the modern era rather than a classic architectural period (pre-WWII). It has a traditional layout but lacks the period details (ornate moldings, antique features) usually associated with 'classic' homes.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The house was built in 1985, which is not a traditional or historic architectural period in this context.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1985, it is not an early 20th-century building.
Post War Functional
Built in 1985, it fits the post-war functional style, typical of mass-produced detached homes in the Netherlands.
Modernist
It is a standard detached house from the 80s, not a specific modernist architectural design.
Newly Build
The build year is 1985, so it is not newly built.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions 'vaatwasmachine' (dishwasher) in the kitchen description
Oven
The listing explicitly mentions 'oven' as one of the built-in appliances
Refrigerator
The listing explicitly mentions 'koelkast' (refrigerator) in the kitchen description
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as having a 'geïntegreerde baropstelling' (integrated bar setup) in a corner layout, not specifically a kitchen island
Stove
The listing mentions an 'inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop) which is a type of stove
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly mentions 'inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop)
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions an 'afzuigkap' (extractor hood) but not specifically a downdraft extractor
Shared Kitchen
This is a single-family home, so there would be no shared kitchen
Design Kitchen
The listing describes 'een eenvoudig keukenblok' (a simple kitchen unit), suggesting it's not a high-end design kitchen
New Kitchen
The listing states 'De woning behoeft een modernisering' (the house needs modernization), suggesting the kitchen is not new
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly mentions 'Royale oprit' (driveway) and parking on 'Op eigen terrein' (own premises).
Storage Room
The listing mentions a utility room (bijkeuken) with storage, an attic storage space (bergzolder), and a large detached barn (loods) used for storage.
Garage
The detailed description highlights a 'vrijstaande loods' (detached barn) with steel doors for vehicle storage. However, the 'Features' section explicitly lists 'Soort garage: Aangebouwde stenen garage' (Attached stone garage), creating a slight discrepancy, but a vehicle storage structure is clearly present.
Double Garage
The vehicle storage structure (loods/garage) has a listed capacity of '6 auto's' (6 cars), which exceeds the capacity of a double garage.
Attic
The listing describes a 'Zolder' accessible via a 'vlizotrap' (loft ladder), which is currently in use as a storage attic (bergzolder).
Cellar
There is no mention of a cellar or basement in the listing text or features.
Covered Parking
The barn/loods provides covered parking, capable of holding multiple vehicles.
Underground Parking
This is a detached single-family home; underground parking is not applicable or mentioned.
Workshop
The listing explicitly states the loods offers possibilities for a 'werkplaats aan huis' (workshop at home) and is equipped with 'krachtstroom' (heavy power/current).
Shed
The property features a 'vrijstaande loods' (detached barn/shed) next to the house.
Street Parking Permit
Given the rural village location ('Greidhoeke') and emphasis on private parking, a permit system is unlikely, though not explicitly denied.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The property includes private parking on its own grounds, so no separate rental spot is listed.
Parkspot Sale Price
The property includes private parking on its own grounds, so no separate parking spot is for sale.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a detached house ('vrijstaande woning') situated on its own land ('814 m² eigen grond'). There is no mention of shared facilities or an association.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'eigen grond' (own ground) and the cadastral data confirms 'Volle eigendom' (Full ownership/Freehold).
Other Rules
The listing specifies that the 'Niet bewoning' (Non-occupation) and 'As is Where is' clauses are applicable.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes a standard multi-story detached house with stairs and a loft ladder (vlizotrap). No elevator is mentioned or implied.
Intercom
There is no mention of an intercom system in the description or feature list.
Alarm System
The listing does not mention an alarm system. In Dutch listings, this is typically a highlighted feature if present.
Security Cameras
No security cameras are mentioned in the text.
Private Entrance
The property is a 'vrijstaande woning' (detached house) with its own entrance at the front ('Aan de voorzijde is de entree').
Automatic Gate
The listing mentions a large driveway and steel rolling doors for the shed (loods), but no automatic gate for the property entrance.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone is mentioned in the features or description.
Gated Community
The house is located on a quiet street in a village (Easterlittens), not in a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
Although the entrance and workroom are on the ground floor, the bathroom and toilet are located on the first floor, and the attic is accessible only by a loft ladder.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing specifies the kitchen appliances (induction hob, extractor hood, oven, dishwasher, fridge) but does not list a washing machine. The utility room has a space for white goods, but the machine itself is not included.
Washing Machine Connections
The description mentions a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) with an 'opstelplaats voor het witgoed' (setup place for white goods), which implies the presence of connections for a washing machine.
Laundry Room
The property has a dedicated 'bijkeuken' (utility room) which houses the white goods connections.
Dryer
Similar to the washing machine, a dryer is not listed among the included appliances, only a space for white goods is mentioned.
Smart Home
The description does not mention any smart home features or automation systems.
Ventilation System
The features list explicitly includes 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation).
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned in the property description.
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
The features list explicitly states 'grotendeels dubbelglas' (largely double glazing).
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies 'grotendeels dubbelglas' (largely double glazing) and makes no mention of triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
The features list explicitly states 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation).
Roof Insulation
The features list explicitly states 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation).
Heat Pump
The property is heated by a gas-fired combi boiler (Remeha Tzerra 28c); no heat pump is mentioned.
Home Battery
No home battery is mentioned in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property has energy label C, roof insulation, wall insulation, double glazing, a 2020 high-efficiency gas boiler, mechanical ventilation, and an induction cooktop.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.