








Spacious Corner Home with Garden, Solar Panels and Garage in Grauwe Polder
Key Features
Upsides
- Four spacious bedrooms provide flexibility for families or home office use.
- A large south east facing garden and a private side garden with a covered area create excellent outdoor living space.
- Sixteen solar panels reduce energy costs and increase sustainability.
- A separate garage box offers secure parking and additional storage.
- The location in Grauwe Polder offers easy access to schools parks shops and transport links.
Downsides
- The property was built in 1974 and may require updates to meet modern standards.
- The double glazed windows are not present in the toilet which could affect energy efficiency.
- The HR combi boiler dates from 1998 and may need replacement in the future.
- The neighbourhood consists mainly of 1970s style homes which may not appeal to those seeking a more contemporary setting.
- The garden is deep but narrow which could limit certain landscaping options.
Description
This property is a corner house that has been extended to provide generous living space for a modern family. The home offers four large bedrooms a spacious bathroom a sunny rear garden that faces the southeast and a sizeable side garden that is protected by an attractive roof structure. In addition the house benefits from a solar panel system consisting of sixteen panels and a separate garage box that can be reached through a rear driveway.
Upon entering the ground floor you are welcomed by a hallway finished with laminate flooring. The hallway includes a largely tiled toilet area with a small sink. From the hallway you can step into the expanded living room and the expanded kitchen area. The living room measures approximately forty two square metres and enjoys natural light thanks to a side window. The floor is finished with laminate and a wood stove provides additional warmth. The living room also houses the electricity board which contains seven circuits an extra circuit for the solar panels and three residual current devices. A staircase leads from this level to the first floor. Large glass doors open onto the rear garden providing a seamless indoor outdooor flow.
The kitchen is situated at the front of the house and occupies about twelve square metres. It follows a corner layout and is equipped with a four burner gas cooktop an extractor hood a carousel cabinet and a roll up cabinet. The kitchen is fully tiled and offers a functional space for everyday cooking.
Moving to the first floor you arrive at a landing that gives access to three bedrooms a bathroom and a fixed staircase to the second floor. Two of the bedrooms are located at the rear of the house and measure approximately thirteen point five square metres and nine point five square metres. The third bedroom is positioned at the front, has been extended and measures roughly sixteen point five square metres. All bedrooms feature neat laminate flooring. The bathroom is a fully tiled space of about seven square metres that has been extended and includes underfloor heating. The bathroom is equipped with a walk in shower a double sink vanity a toilet an electric ventilation system and a connection for a washing machine.
On the second floor a small landing holds the inverter for the solar panels and the HR combi boiler. A bedroom of approximately eleven point five square metres is located on this level and provides ample built in wardrobe space behind the knee walls.
Additional features of the property include a tidy front garden with an external water tap. The rear garden extends roughly nine metres deep and faces the southeast. It is complemented by a side garden that offers a high degree of privacy. The garden layout includes paved areas planting borders a pond artificial grass two external water taps and a wooden and stone boundary. Within the side garden a well designed roof structure provides a pleasant covered area for outdoor use.
A separate stone storage building is present on the site. It is equipped with electricity and wall insulation. The garage box is detached and can be accessed via the rear driveway. It is situated on a small paved area behind the house and can accommodate one vehicle.
The ground floor and first floor are constructed with concrete slab floors while the second floor rests on a timber floor system. The majority of the windows are made of plastic frames with some sections featuring hardwood frames. All glazing is double glazed except for the toilet window. The property is fitted with insect screens. The side window and rear window of the living room on the ground floor and the rear windows of the bedrooms on the first floor are equipped with electrically operated screens.
The neighbourhood known as Grauwe Polder is largely built in the 1970s. Many homes in the area are arranged around courtyards and belong to larger building types typical for that era. The district is characterised by abundant green space, several play fields a Cruyff court and a large park. The town centre of Etten Leur is within walking distance providing convenient access to daily shopping. A supermarket is located within the neighbourhood as well as a primary school that offers a range of educational options. Child care facilities are situated in the same building as the school and an additional child care centre is available elsewhere in the area. A sports hall hosts various clubs offering activities such as badminton and judo. The whole district is largely limited to a speed of thirty kilometres per hour with the exception of a few main roads. The A58 highway is easily reachable providing good connectivity. The location is central within Etten Leur making all amenities easily accessible and making the area popular with families.
The sale of the property will be conducted using the standard purchase agreement approved by the national real estate association. A deposit or bank guarantee equal to ten percent of the purchase price will be required. The agreement emphasizes that a verbal commitment does not constitute a legally binding contract. A written agreement signed by both parties is required for a valid sale.
Because the home was constructed before 1993 an asbestos clause is included in the contract. This clause states that any risk of asbestos containing materials in components such as ducts roof coverings partitions façade panels heating and hot water equipment or floor coverings will be transferred to the buyer after the sale.
An age clause is also part of the contract for properties older than twenty years. This clause acknowledges that the buyer is aware of the building’s age and that the expectations for construction quality are lower than for newer homes. Unless the seller provides specific guarantees the seller does not assume responsibility for foundations roofs gutters walls windows floors insulation chimneys electrical water gas plumbing sewer lines absence of pests or mould and the presence of rising or penetrating moisture.
The measurement of the usable floor area follows a national standard that aims to provide a consistent method for calculating living space and volume. The standard notes that differences in measurement may still occur due to interpretation rounding or measurement limitations. The parties agree that the property is purchased based on what is visible and that minor deviations do not create liability for the seller or the agent.
The documentation provided has been prepared with care but the seller and the agency do not accept liability for any incompleteness or inaccuracy. All dimensions and surface areas are indicative.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The bathroom description mentions an "inloopdouche" (walk‑in shower).
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned in the bathroom description; only a walk‑in shower and double vanity are listed.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is accessed from the hallway on the first floor, not directly attached to a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
A separate toilet room on the ground floor is described, indicating a guest/toilet separate from the main bathroom.
Heated Towel Rail
Heated towel rail is not mentioned; absence suggests it is not present.
Bidet
No bidet is referenced in any room description.
Rain Shower
The type of shower is not specified beyond being a walk‑in; no rain‑shower feature is indicated.
Double Shower
Only a single walk‑in shower is described; no indication of a double shower setup.
Shared Shower
The shower is part of the private household bathroom, not a shared facility for multiple households.
Shared Toilet
Both toilets are within the private residence; there is no indication of a shared/public toilet.
His And Hers Sinks
The bathroom includes a "dubbel wastafelmeubel" (double sink vanity).
Bathroom Heated Floor
The bathroom is explicitly described as having "vloerverwarming" (heated floor).
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Rear Garden
Front Garden
Side Garden
Rooftop Terrace
Patio
Veranda
Guest House
Waterfront
Equestrian Facilities
Small Livestock Facilities
Private Outdoor Pool
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
Private Tennis Court
Remarkable Mountain View
Remarkable City View
Remarkable Garden View
Remarkable Sea View
Remarkable Harbour View
Remarkable Landmark View
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing makes no mention of any air‑conditioning system.
Central Heating
A HR‑combiketel (gas‑fired combination boiler) is listed, providing central heating for the house.
Fireplace
The description explicitly mentions a "houtkachel" (wood stove) in the living room.
Hardwood Floors
Flooring is described as laminate, concrete and wooden floor on the upper level, but no hardwood is specified.
Tiled Floors
Both the bathroom and the toilet are described as fully tiled, and the ground floor has partially tiled areas.
Laminate Flooring
Laminate flooring is mentioned for the hallway, living room, bedrooms and other rooms.
Carpeted Floors
Carpet is not mentioned anywhere in the description.
Underfloor Heating
The bathroom is equipped with vloerverwarming (underfloor heating).
Walk In Closet
The description refers to "veel vaste kastruimte achter de knieschotten" (large built‑in wardrobe space) but does not specify a dedicated walk‑in closet.
Home Office
No room is identified as a study or home office.
Skylight
No skylight or roof window is mentioned.
Exposed Beams
The interior finishes are described as laminate and concrete; exposed structural beams are not mentioned.
Bay Window
No bay or protruding windows are described.
Private Indoor Pool
The property only mentions a garden, pond and outdoor features; no indoor pool is listed.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the description.
Built-In Wardrobes
The bedroom includes fixed wardrobe space behind knee walls, indicating built‑in storage.
French Doors
Only "openslaande deuren" (regular sliding or hinged doors) to the garden are mentioned; no French doors are specified.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plaster or decorative interior finishes are described.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The house is a 1970s Dutch corner home with a garden and wood stove; no clear Scandinavian design elements such as light colour palette or minimalism are described.
Modern
The property has been extended and includes solar panels, but the overall description mentions traditional finishes, laminate flooring and a wood stove, indicating limited modern styling.
Industrial
No industrial features (exposed brick, metal fixtures, loft style) are mentioned.
Mediterranean
The house is located in the Netherlands and lacks Mediterranean characteristics such as stucco walls, terracotta tiles, or warm colour schemes.
Classic
Built in 1974, located in a typical Dutch residential area, with a wood stove, tiled bathroom, laminate floors and a garden, matching a classic suburban Dutch style.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Early 20th Century
Post War Functional
Modernist
Newly Build
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Freezer
Kitchen Island
Open Plan Kitchen
Pantry
Stove
Induction Stove
Build In Coffee Maker
Boiling Water Tap
Downdraft Extractor
Shared Kitchen
Design Kitchen
New Kitchen
Parking & Storage
Parking
Storage Room
Garage
Automatic Garage Door
Double Garage
Attic
Cellar
Covered Parking
Underground Parking
Ev Charging
Workshop
Shed
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a detached corner house (eengezinswoning) and no VvE or owners association is mentioned.
Leasehold
The description states full ownership (Volle eigendom) and there is no leasehold indication.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Intercom
Alarm System
Security Cameras
Private Entrance
Automatic Gate
Video Door Phone
Gated Community
Wheelchair Accessible
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The description explicitly states the house is equipped with 16 solar panels.
Double Glazing
It is mentioned that the entire house has double glazing, except for the toilet.
Triple Glazing
There is no reference to triple glazing in the listing.
Wall Insulation
Energy section lists "muurisolatie" (wall insulation) as a feature.
Roof Insulation
Energy section includes "Dakisolatie" (roof insulation).
Heat Pump
Heating is provided by an HR-combiketel (gas‑fired) and no heat pump is described.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a battery storage system associated with the solar panels.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Besides solar panels, the property includes double glazing (except toilet), wall insulation, roof insulation, and an HR‑combiketel which is a more efficient gas boiler. These measures improve the overall energy performance of the house.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.

