Spacious 1930s Family Home with Five Bedrooms and South-Facing Garden in Overveen
Key Features
Upsides
- Excellent location with outstanding connectivity to international schools, Haarlem city center, Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport, beaches, and nature reserves, all within short distances by bike, train, or car.
- Five bedrooms provide ample space for a family, with the second floor offering two additional good-sized rooms with dormer windows that add usable space.
- South-facing garden and balcony ensure maximum sunlight exposure, enhancing outdoor living enjoyment during warmer months.
- Original 1930s character features including stained glass windows and herringbone parquet flooring have been preserved, giving the home distinctive period charm.
- Recent maintenance on critical elements including chimney, balcony, and dormer window lead and zinc work completed in 2022 and 2024, with exterior painting scheduled for 2026.
Downsides
- Energy label C indicates the property has only moderate energy efficiency, which may result in higher utility costs compared to more modern or recently renovated homes.
- Only one bathroom serves five bedrooms, which could create practical challenges for larger families during morning routines.
- Parking is limited to on-street spaces without a dedicated driveway or garage, though no permit is required.
- The combination boiler dates from 2014 and may require replacement within the coming years, representing a potential future expense.
- As a terraced house, the property has shared walls with neighboring homes, which means less privacy and potential noise transmission from adjacent properties.
Description
Located on one of the most attractive avenues in Overveen, this spacious 1930s family home offers a bright and comfortable living environment. The property features five bedrooms, a sunny south-facing garden, and an excellent position relative to amenities, natural surroundings, and both national and international schools. Built in 1931, the residence has been well maintained while retaining many of its original period details that give the home its characteristic charm.
The ground floor welcomes you with a front garden that includes a bicycle storage shed. The entrance hall features original stained glass elements that immediately signal the home's historical character. From the hall, you access the main corridor which includes a built-in understairs storage cupboard and a separate toilet room with a washbasin. The living room is notably bright, enhanced by a bay window at the front and herringbone parquet flooring throughout. Stained glass windows add to the authentic atmosphere of the space. At the rear of the living room, French doors open directly onto the south-facing backyard, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The kitchen is equipped with various built-in appliances and also has direct access to the garden. A staircase leads from the ground floor to the first floor.
The first floor features a landing that provides access to all rooms on this level as well as a separate second toilet. The master bedroom is located at the rear of the property and offers generous dimensions with plenty of natural light. This room includes a fixed built-in wardrobe and access to a south-facing balcony. At the front of the house, there is another spacious and bright bedroom, along with a third, somewhat smaller bedroom also positioned at the front. The bathroom on this floor is fitted with a walk-in shower, a bathtub, and a vanity unit. The entire first floor is finished with herringbone parquet flooring, maintaining the warm and cohesive aesthetic found on the ground floor. A staircase continues upward to the second floor.
The second floor landing includes a washing machine connection and provides access via a loose ladder to the attic space, which offers substantial storage capacity. On this level, there are two additional bedrooms, both featuring dormer windows that significantly increase the usable floor space and headroom. The front bedroom and the rear bedroom are both of good size, bringing the total bedroom count to five. The entire second floor has wooden flooring throughout.
The property is situated in a highly desirable green and family-friendly neighborhood. Multiple primary, secondary, and higher education institutions, including international schools, are located just around the corner. Within a short walking distance, you will find the charming village centers of both Overveen and Bloemendaal. These areas offer a variety of daily necessities including supermarkets, pharmacies, local bakeries, butchers, and diverse restaurants. The Haarlem city center and main railway station are approximately ten minutes away by bicycle. Nature reserves, the dunes, and the beaches of Bloemendaal and Zandvoort are also easily reachable by bike, with the beach being roughly fifteen minutes cycling distance.
The location offers excellent connectivity for commuters and travelers. Schiphol Airport can be reached by car in approximately twenty-five minutes. Amsterdam Central Station is accessible by train in about twenty minutes. The Overveen NS railway station is within walking distance of the property. Several major roads connecting to Amsterdam, Leiden, and The Hague are nearby, making this an ideal base for those who need to travel regularly for work or other purposes.
The surrounding area also boasts an extensive range of sports facilities, including top-tier options for various athletic activities. This combination of tranquility and space in a green setting, with all conceivable amenities and the city of Haarlem within easy reach, makes this location particularly appealing for families.
Regarding the technical condition of the property, several important maintenance items have been addressed in recent years. The lead and zinc work on the chimney, balcony, and dormer windows was completed in 2022 and 2024. The exterior painting is scheduled to be done in 2026. The heating system consists of a gas-fired combination boiler from 2014, which is owned by the current owners. The property has double glazing throughout most of the windows. The energy label is rated C, which is typical for a property of this age and construction type.
The outdoor space includes both a front garden and a rear garden. The rear garden measures sixty square meters, with a depth of approximately ten and a half meters and a width of about five and a half meters. Its southern orientation ensures ample sunlight throughout the day during the warmer months. The balcony on the first floor also benefits from this southern exposure. Parking is available on the street without the need for a permit. A detached wooden shed in the garden provides additional storage space.
In summary, this property presents a well-maintained family home in a prime location that balances the peace and greenery of a residential neighborhood with excellent access to urban amenities, educational facilities, and transport connections. The five bedrooms make it suitable for larger families, while the preserved period details such as stained glass and parquet flooring give the interior a distinctive and attractive character that sets it apart from more recently constructed homes.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions an 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout states the first-floor landing provides access to 'alle vertrekken' (all rooms), indicating the bathroom is shared rather than directly attached to the master bedroom.
Guest Toilet
There is a separate toilet on the ground floor ('toilet met fontein'), which typically functions as a guest toilet.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the bathroom description, and it is uncommon in Dutch homes from 1931 unless recently renovated to include one.
Shared Shower
The bathroom is located on the first floor and accessible to all three bedrooms on that floor via the landing.
Shared Toilet
There is an 'apart toilet' (separate toilet) on the first floor landing, shared by the bedrooms on that level.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a single 'wastafelmeubel' (sink vanity), implying there is only one sink.
Building General
South Facing
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Listing explicitly mentions a south-facing balcony on the first floor master bedroom and 'Balkon aanwezig' in features section.
Rear Garden
Listing explicitly describes a 60 m² south-facing rear garden (Achtertuin) with specific dimensions of 10.50m deep and 5.90m wide.
Front Garden
Listing mentions 'voortuin met fietsenhok' (front garden with bicycle shed) in the layout and 'voortuin' in outdoor space features.
Side Garden
No mention of a side garden; property is described as a 'tussenwoning' (terraced/semi-detached) which typically wouldn't have a side garden.
Terrace
No terrace is explicitly mentioned; the garden has french doors but no dedicated terrace area is described.
Rooftop Terrace
While 'dakterras' appears in the features header, the actual value only shows 'Balkon aanwezig' and the layout only describes a balcony on the first floor.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Patio
No patio is explicitly mentioned in the listing.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned in the listing.
Waterfront
No waterfront location mentioned; the property is near dunes and beach but not directly on water.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned in the listing.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned; only public sports facilities in the area are referenced.
Remarkable Mountain View
The Netherlands is a flat country with no mountains; this property is in Overveen near the coast.
Remarkable City View
Property is described as being in a quiet, green residential lane with no mention of city views.
Remarkable Garden View
The property has a south-facing garden and balcony, but 'remarkable' garden view isn't explicitly claimed and the garden is 60m² which is modest.
Remarkable Sea View
The beach is 15 minutes by bike away, so there is no sea view from the property.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour is mentioned in the listing and there are no harbours in the immediate area of Overveen.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning is mentioned in the listing, which is typical for Dutch homes of this era.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions a gas-fired combi boiler (CV-ketel) from 2014 for heating.
Fireplace
Chimney work was done in 2022/2024, but no fireplace is mentioned as a feature in the property.
Hardwood Floors
The listing mentions herringbone parquet floors (visgraat parketvloer) on the ground and first floor, and wooden floors on the second floor.
Tiled Floors
No tiled floors are mentioned; the floors described are parquet and wood.
Laminate Flooring
The listing specifies parquet (real wood) and wooden floors, not laminate.
Carpeted Floors
No carpeted floors are mentioned in the listing.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating is mentioned; heating is provided by a CV-ketel (central heating boiler).
Walk In Closet
A fixed built-in closet (vaste inbouwkast) is mentioned, but not a walk-in closet.
Home Office
No home office or dedicated workspace is mentioned in the listing.
Skylight
Dormer windows (dakkapellen) are mentioned, but no skylights are specified.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned in the property description.
Bay Window
The listing explicitly mentions a bay window (erker) in the living room.
Private Indoor Pool
No indoor pool is mentioned or expected in this type of family home.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned or expected in this type of family home.
Built-In Wardrobes
The listing mentions a fixed built-in closet (vaste inbouwkast) in the master bedroom.
French Doors
The listing mentions French doors (openslaande deuren) from the living room to the garden.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a 1930s Dutch home with traditional features like stained glass and herringbone parquet, which is not Scandinavian style.
Modern
This is a 1930s home with original details preserved, not a modern style property.
Industrial
No industrial elements are mentioned; this is a traditional residential home.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features mentioned; this is a Dutch 1930s family home.
Classic
A 1930s family home with preserved original details including stained glass windows, herringbone parquet floors, and traditional layout.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1931 with preserved original details including stained glass windows (glas-in-lood), characteristic of traditional 1930s Dutch architecture.
Early 20th Century
Explicitly described as a 'jaren 30 familiehuis' (1930s family home) built in 1931.
Post War Functional
Built in 1931, this is a pre-war property, not post-war construction.
Modernist
While built in the 1930s when modernism emerged, the emphasis on preserved original details like stained glass suggests traditional rather than modernist style.
Newly Build
Built in 1931, this is nearly a century old and not newly built.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The property is a 1930s terraced house ('tussenwoning') with a traditional layout separating the living room and kitchen, making a kitchen island highly unlikely.
Open Plan Kitchen
The description mentions a separate living room with parquet floor and a kitchen with a door to the garden, indicating a closed layout typical of 1930s homes.
Pantry
There is a 'verdiepte trapkast' (sunken closet) in the hallway, but no pantry is mentioned for the kitchen.
Shared Kitchen
The property is described as a single-family home ('eengezinswoning'), meaning the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
There is no mention of luxury kitchen brands or high-end design features; it is a standard 1930s home kitchen.
New Kitchen
The house was built in 1931 and there is no mention of a recently renovated or new kitchen.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing explicitly states 'Parkeren op straat (geen vergunning)' meaning street parking available
Storage Room
Listing mentions a recessed closet under stairs (verdiepte trapkast), built-in closet in master bedroom, and attic with lots of storage space
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, so no automatic garage door
Double Garage
No garage exists, so no double garage
Attic
Listing mentions 'losse trap naar de vliering met veel opbergruimte' (stairs to attic with storage space)
Cellar
No cellar (kelder) mentioned anywhere in the listing
Bike Storage
Listing mentions 'voortuin met fietsenhok' (front yard with bike shed)
Covered Parking
No covered parking for cars mentioned; bike shed is for bicycles only
Underground Parking
No underground parking mentioned anywhere in the listing
Workshop
No workshop mentioned anywhere in the listing
Shed
Features section lists 'Vrijstaande houten berging' (freestanding wooden shed)
Street Parking Free
Listing explicitly states 'geen vergunning' meaning no permit required for street parking
Street Parking Permit
Listing explicitly states 'geen vergunning' meaning no permit is needed
Parkspot Rent Price Month
Street parking is free, so no rental price for parking
Parkspot Sale Price
No parking spot for sale mentioned in the listing
Rules
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership/freehold) under cadastral data.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
1930s single-family house with three living floors and an attic; residential homes of this era and type do not have elevators.
Intercom
Not mentioned in the features and highly uncommon for a standard 1930s family home in this neighborhood.
Private Entrance
The property is a single-family house (eengezinswoning), which inherently has its own private entrance at street level.
Automatic Gate
The property has an open front yard with direct street access and parking on the street, with no mention of any gates.
Gated Community
The property is located on a regular public street in a residential neighborhood, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
A 1930s multi-story house requiring navigation of multiple staircases makes it entirely unsuitable for wheelchair accessibility.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states 'wasmachineaansluiting' (washing machine connection) on the second floor landing.
Laundry Room
The washing machine connection is located on the 'overloop' (landing), not in a dedicated laundry room.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Not mentioned in the listing.
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated as 'Dubbel glas en grotendeels dubbelglas'.
Triple Glazing
Only double glazing is mentioned.
Heat Pump
Listing specifies a gas-fired combi boiler from 2014.
Home Battery
Not mentioned in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
No other specific energy efficiency measures are listed besides double glazing.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.