Unique apartment in a monumental 18th-century barn in the Beemster polder

This apartment is situated within a monumental barn known as Broedersbouw, originally constructed in 1742 and located in the Zuidoostbeemster area of North Holland. The property is part of a residential complex that was created through a careful transformation completed in 2017 and 2018, during which the former dars section of the stolpboerderij was converted into nine unique apartments. The conversion successfully combined authentic historical elements with modern residential comfort.

The apartment designated as 13-C has a living area of approximately 88 square meters, distributed across three different levels within the building. The ground floor level contains the kitchen and dining area. This space features a modern kitchen finished in a retro style with high quality materials. Large windows provide ample natural light, and sliding doors offer direct access to an adjacent terrace. This terrace connects to the apartment's private garden, which faces east and measures 23 square meters.

The main living level is situated on the first floor and can be reached both by stairs and by an elevator from the shared interior space. This level has its own entrance hall with a separate toilet room. The living room features a split level design with an opkamer en suite arrangement. The high roof construction with visible wooden beams creates a spacious and open atmosphere throughout this level.

The second floor serves as the sleeping and working area. This level contains one bedroom along with space suitable for a home office setup. From this level, there is an internal view down to the living area below. The roof construction with exposed beams continues to provide a sense of volume and openness. A luxury bathroom is also located on this floor, equipped with a whirlpool bath, a shower, a toilet, and a washbasin.

The entire building is located on a spacious plot of more than 1.5 hectares. This grounds include a ditch system surrounding the property and mature trees that enclose the area. Within the grounds there is an orchard containing approximately forty fruit trees. A water feature with small bridges adds to the character of the outdoor space. The apartment benefits from a free view over the surrounding polder landscape from various points within the residence.

In addition to the living space, the apartment comes with a separate carport that includes a storage area and an upper storage level. The carport and storage together measure approximately 26 square meters. Parking is available on the property grounds.

The location is in the Beemster, which holds UNESCO World Heritage status due to its characteristic polder landscape with wide views and historical land reclamation. The immediate surroundings offer a rural setting outside the built up area. Daily amenities can be found in nearby towns including Purmerend, Middenbeemster, and Oosthuizen. The A7 highway provides a connection to Amsterdam, which can be reached in less than thirty minutes by car.

The building holds monumental status, which means certain regulations apply to modifications. Despite the historical character, the apartment was fully renovated and insulated during the 2017 and 2018 conversion. The listing indicates that the property has an energy label A rating, though this is marked as not available in the technical specifications. Heating is provided by a high efficiency gas combi boiler installed in 2018, which is owned by the current owner. The property has underfloor heating throughout with zone control for different areas. The building has full insulation, mechanical ventilation, and fiber optic internet connectivity is available.

The floors, walls, and ceilings throughout the apartment have been finished with high quality materials. The apartment is offered partially furnished according to the listing details.

The property is part of an active and healthy homeowners association, known in Dutch as a Vereniging van Eigenaren or VvE. The VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce and holds annual meetings. A maintenance plan is in place, and there is a reserve fund for future building maintenance. The building insurance is arranged through the VvE. The monthly service costs are 229 euros, and there is an additional garden contribution of 25 euros per month.

The asking price for this apartment is 525,000 euros, which is payable by the buyer as an additional cost on top of the purchase price. This translates to approximately 5,966 euros per square meter of living space. The property is offered with full ownership rights, referred to as volle eigendom in Dutch. The delivery date can be negotiated, with the possibility of a quick transfer if desired.

The roof of the building is a tent roof covered with both tiles and thatch, which is characteristic of the traditional stolpboerderij architecture found in this region of the Netherlands. The total volume of the apartment is 313 cubic meters. In addition to the 88 square meters of living space, there is 23 square meters of building related outdoor space and 4 square meters of external storage space.

This property represents a combination of historical architecture and modern living standards in a protected landscape setting. The conversion of the 18th century agricultural building into residential units has preserved significant architectural elements while providing contemporary comfort and energy efficiency. The location offers a quiet rural environment while maintaining accessibility to urban centers and necessary services.