Spacious detached house with garden and garage in Groede

This detached property located at Nieuwstraat 16 in the village of Groede offers a versatile living opportunity with substantial indoor and outdoor space. The house is presented with a price of €459,000, costs for the buyer. It features a living area of 128 square meters and is situated on a generous plot of 592 square meters. The property includes a garage, making it suitable for those needing extra storage or parking space. The layout of the house includes three bedrooms, providing ample accommodation for a family or those requiring a home office.

The property presents itself as a project for those looking to put their own stamp on a home. The listing suggests several possibilities for customization, such as creating a home office, adapting the layout for single-level living, or installing a dream kitchen. The house is also located in a setting where its use as a second home is permitted, adding to its versatility. Groede itself is described as a village with a characterful atmosphere, home to around 1,000 residents. The property's location on Nieuwstraat places it near local amenities like the restaurant 't overleg' and the slijkstraatje, known as Het Vlaemsche Erfgoed. The village's historic market square with its restaurants and cafes is also close by. For outdoor enthusiasts, the beach is easily accessible by bicycle, with local establishments like Puur and Beachhouse 25 mentioned as nearby destinations.

The internal layout of the house is accessed through the front door, which leads into an entrance hall. This hall contains a recently renewed meter cupboard, a staircase, and a toilet. It also provides access to a ground-floor room which can serve as an office, private salon, or an additional bedroom. From the hallway, you can enter both the kitchen and the living room. The kitchen is spacious and has enough room for an extra dining table. It offers considerable storage space, a separate dishwasher, and a modern oven with six gas burners. The garden can also be accessed directly from the kitchen.

The living room, approximately 43 square meters in size, benefits from a 1993 extension or sunroom, which significantly increases its floor area. This space allows for various seating and dining arrangements. For instance, one could place the dining table at the front of the house and use the rear area with the sunroom for a sitting area, creating a strong connection with the garden. The room is well-lit thanks to numerous windows and features an open fireplace for supplemental heating.

Ascending the attractive staircase leads to the first-floor landing. This landing provides access to two bedrooms and the bathroom. All the rooms on this level are described as being very spacious. The bedrooms are equipped with good built-in closets and offer more than enough space for a double bed, an extra wardrobe, and a desk. The bathroom is particularly notable for its size, having been formed by combining two previous rooms. It is fitted with a shower, a bathtub, a toilet, and a double sink. A drain for a washing machine is also present in the bathroom. Both the bathroom and the rear bedroom offer access to a balcony.

The attic space is accessible via a loft hatch. With a ceiling height of 1.7 meters, it is suitable for use as a storage area. The central heating boiler, installed in 2023, is located in the attic.

The garden is a key feature of the property, covering 592 square meters with a northwest-facing aspect. This orientation ensures that there are always sunny spots to be found throughout the day. The well-maintained garden provides ample space for greenery and features a beautiful weeping birch tree for shade. Access to the garden is possible via two side paths. The path on the right side is wide enough to allow a car to pass through to the back of the property. On the left side of the house is a spacious garage measuring 29 square meters, which is ideal for parking a car, storing bicycles, or keeping garden equipment. The listing also suggests a potential modification to create an internal connection between the sunroom and the garage or to convert part of the garage into an extra bedroom and bathroom.

Several notable features of the property are highlighted. The central heating boiler is a modern combi-boiler from 2023. The windows are primarily wooden frames with mostly double glazing and shutters, although one window at the front is made of plastic. The cavity wall is partially insulated. The electrical meter cupboard has been renewed. The floors are constructed of concrete. The spacious nature of the garden and the large garage with its deep driveway are also significant advantages. The presence of a ground-floor office makes the property suitable for a home-based business or salon. As mentioned, the property can also be used as a second residence.

In terms of building details, the house was constructed in 1962. It has a saddle roof covered with tiles. The total volume of the building is 509 cubic meters. In addition to the 128 square meters of living space, there is 16 square meters of other indoor space, 7 square meters of attached outdoor space, and 35 square meters of external storage space. The total plot area is 592 square meters, composed of two cadastral sections: one of 82 square meters and another of 510 square meters. Both are in full ownership. The house has two floors and includes one bathroom and a separate toilet. The property is located in an area described as being both on a busy and a quiet road, in the centre, in a residential area, in a rural location, with an open aspect and free views. The garden surrounds the house. Parking is available on the property and in public spaces.