








Spacious Energy Efficient Detached Family Home with Large Garden
Key Features
Description
Welcome to Lege Marren 5, a detached family residence situated in the child-friendly village of Stiens. This property offers a combination of space, comfort, and practical living arrangements suitable for families looking for a permanent home in a well-connected location. The house is positioned on a generous plot measuring 530 square meters, featuring a garden that surrounds the entire property, providing privacy and outdoor living opportunities in various directions throughout the day.
The village of Stiens is located in the municipality of Leeuwarden, positioned along the provincial N357 road to the north of the city. With approximately 8000 inhabitants, the village maintains a high level of amenities including multiple supermarkets, retail shops such as Hema, Kruidvat, Zeeman, and Pearle, several clothing stores, primary schools, and a sports center called It Gryn which offers both indoor and outdoor swimming pools along with sports halls. The cultural center De Skalm and a children's farm are also present in the village. Leeuwarden city center is reachable by bicycle, and bus connections to the city are described as very good. For those who travel further, Dokkum is 25 kilometers away, Groningen is 80 kilometers, Amsterdam is 142 kilometers, and the ferry to Ameland departs from a location 18 kilometers distant.
The residence itself was constructed in 1997 and has been improved over the years with several notable additions. The ground floor features an entrance hall with staircase access to the first floor, a toilet, and access to the main living area. The primary living room is a through-lounge design allowing natural light to enter from multiple directions. This space connects directly to a sizeable extension that was added in 2006, which functions as a second living room. This extension is characterized by large windows including sliding doors and a French door system that opens to the rear garden, effectively extending the living space outdoors during warmer months.
The kitchen is situated in an open arrangement adjacent to the living areas and is equipped with a five-burner cooktop, dishwasher, refrigerator, and an oven that was installed in 2025. Additional cabinet space provides storage for kitchenware and supplies. A utility room connects to the kitchen area, featuring a skylight for natural illumination, space for laundry appliances, and the central heating installation. This utility room also provides direct access to the garage.
The attached garage measures over 31 square meters and is constructed of masonry. It includes electrical connections, a water tap point, a manually operated main door, and a separate pedestrian entrance door. This space can accommodate vehicle parking or serve as storage for bicycles, garden equipment, or hobby materials.
The first floor is reached via the staircase from the entrance hall and opens onto a spacious landing that provides access to four bedrooms. Two bedrooms are positioned at the front of the property and two at the rear. One of the rear bedrooms includes a built-in wardrobe with sliding doors for clothing storage. The bathroom on this floor is finished with a shower, bathtub, toilet, vanity unit with sink, a radiator, and a skylight window for ventilation and natural light.
A loft ladder provides access to the second floor, which consists of a substantial attic space with a wooden floor construction. This area offers potential for additional storage or could be developed further depending on the needs and preferences of future owners.
The construction of the property includes concrete floors on both the ground floor and first floor, while the attic level has a wooden floor structure. The roof is a gable design covered with clay tiles. External paintwork was completed in 2021, contributing to the maintained appearance of the property.
Regarding energy efficiency, the property holds an Energy Label A rating that remains valid until November 2030. The building benefits from comprehensive insulation measures including double glazing throughout, wall insulation, floor insulation using expanded polystyrene material, and roof insulation upgraded to HR++ standard in 2022. Twelve solar panels were installed in 2019 to generate electricity, reducing ongoing energy costs. Heating and domestic hot water are provided by an Intergas central heating boiler installed in 2016, which operates on natural gas.
The outdoor spaces have been designed and maintained to a good standard. The garden surrounding the property incorporates multiple terraced areas, decorative paving, and established green planting that creates visual interest and privacy. Additional electrical outlets have been installed in the garden for convenience when using outdoor equipment or lighting. The driveway at the front of the property provides parking space for multiple vehicles on the private plot.
Both manual and electric external sun blinds are installed on the property, allowing occupants to manage sunlight exposure and indoor temperature during warm periods. The property is connected to the municipal sewer system and has a fiber optic cable connection available for internet services.
It should be noted that an age clause will be included in the purchase agreement, which is standard practice for properties of this construction age. The transfer date of ownership can be arranged by mutual agreement between buyer and seller.
With six rooms including four bedrooms, 130 square meters of living space, and 42 square meters of additional indoor space including the garage, this property offers substantial accommodation for a family. The combination of a large plot, energy efficient features, proximity to both village amenities and the city of Leeuwarden, and the general condition of the property presents a complete family home in a convenient Friesland location.

