Modern Semi-Detached Family Home with South-Facing Garden and Solar Panels
Key Features
Upsides
- The property features an excellent Energy Label A+ thanks to full insulation, 12 solar panels (2020), and a new hybrid heat pump (2024), ensuring low energy costs and a comfortable indoor climate.
- The outdoor space is a significant asset, offering a deep, south-facing backyard of 247 m² with a terrace, veranda, canopy, and a shed, providing ample privacy and sun exposure throughout the day.
- The layout is spacious and practical for families, comprising 127 m² of living space across three floors with four well-sized bedrooms and a modern open kitchen.
- The location is highly convenient, situated in a child-friendly neighborhood near schools, shops, and sports facilities, while also being close to the center of Lochem with its train station and amenities.
Downsides
- The property has only one bathroom located on the first floor, which may become a bottleneck for a household of four or more people occupying the four bedrooms.
- While the heat pump is new, the central heating boiler (Bosch) dates from 2009 and is located on the second floor, which implies it is older and may require future replacement.
- The house spans three floors, meaning the fourth bedroom is located on the second level, requiring frequent use of stairs which might not be suitable for everyone.
- As a semi-detached house (2-onder-1-kap), there will be neighbors on one side, potentially affecting privacy compared to a fully detached property.
Description
This listing presents a spacious and modern semi-detached family home situated in the city of Lochem. Built in 1997, this residence has been carefully maintained and preserved over the years, ensuring it remains in excellent condition for its new occupants. The property offers a generous amount of living space and is designed to provide a comfortable and sustainable living environment. With its full insulation, twelve solar panels installed in 2020, and an A+ energy rating, the home is both eco-friendly and cost-effective to run. The addition of a hybrid heat pump in 2024 and partial underfloor heating further enhances the comfort levels throughout the house.
The interior of the property is surprisingly expansive, featuring a total of four full-sized bedrooms spread across the different floors. The layout is practical and well-suited for family living. On the ground floor, the entrance leads to a hall with access to a toilet room fitted with a wall-mounted closet and a fountain. The L-shaped living room is located at the rear of the house and is oriented towards the garden, allowing for plenty of natural light. It is equipped with a sliding door and an additional garden door, providing easy access to the outdoor terrace. The open kitchen, installed in 2009, is adjacent to the living area and comes fully equipped with modern appliances including an induction cooktop, a steam oven, a dishwasher, an extractor hood, and a refrigerator. A separate utility room is also present on the ground floor, housing the washing machine connection. For added comfort, the entire ground floor, excluding the hall and toilet, features underfloor heating.
The first floor of the property accommodates three of the four bedrooms. One of these bedrooms includes a fixed closet, offering convenient storage solutions. The bathroom on this level is modern and functional, featuring a shower, a vanity unit, and a toilet. The flooring on the first floor is finished with laminate, providing a clean and durable surface. The second floor is accessible via a staircase and hosts a spacious landing area where the central heating boiler is installed. The fourth bedroom is located on this top floor. It is a large room featuring double skylights that ensure the space is bright and airy. This room also benefits from laminate flooring, consistent with the rest of the upper levels.
The exterior of the property is equally impressive, situated on a generous plot of 407 square meters. At the front of the house, there is a private driveway offering parking space, leading to a covered entrance and double doors that open into the attached garage. The garage is built of stone and attached to the main structure, providing secure storage or parking for one vehicle. The backyard is a major highlight of this property. Covering an area of 247 square meters, the garden is deep and located on the south, ensuring it enjoys sunlight throughout the day. The garden is beautifully landscaped with a large play lawn, attractive borders, and a wooden shed for storage.
Directly adjacent to the back of the house, a terrace is situated, equipped with natural shading options to allow for comfortable outdoor living. Further into the garden, a cozy veranda and a separate covered seating area have been constructed, offering sheltered spots to relax and enjoy the surroundings in privacy. The garden is accessible via a back entrance, making it easy to reach from the street. The thoughtful layout and landscaping create a green and inviting atmosphere that serves as a true extension of the living space.
The location of this home is ideal for families. It is situated in a child-friendly neighborhood with a quiet and safe environment. Various amenities are within close proximity, including primary schools, a supermarket, and sports facilities. The vibrant city center of Lochem is just a short distance away. Here, residents can find a wide range of shops, a theater, and a train station, offering excellent connections to other cities. The area is also characterized by its natural beauty, with a wooded environment providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling.
In terms of technical specifications, the property is equipped with modern and efficient systems. Heating is provided by a Bosch combi-boiler from 2009, which works in conjunction with a newer Adlar Caster hybrid heat pump installed in 2024. Hot water is supplied by the CV-ketel. The property is fully insulated, including roof, floor, and wall insulation, contributing to the excellent energy performance. The twelve solar panels installed in 2020 further reduce energy costs. These features collectively result in an Energy Label A+, making the home a responsible choice for the environmentally conscious buyer. The property is offered with a full ownership status and is available for transfer in consultation.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly states 'Badkamer met douche' and lists 'Douche' under bathroom facilities.
Bathtub
The listing mentions a shower ('douche') but does not mention a bathtub ('ligbad' or 'bad'). In standard real estate listings, a bathtub would be listed if present.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout description places the bathroom on the 'Overloop' (landing) alongside three bedrooms, rather than indicating it is directly accessible from within a specific bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing specifies '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet' and describes a 'Toilet met wandcloset en fontein' on the ground floor, separate from the main bathroom.
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the description of the toilets or bathroom facilities.
Rain Shower
The listing only specifies a 'douche' (shower). It does not use the term 'regendouche' (rain shower), which is typically highlighted if present.
Double Shower
The listing describes a single 'douche' and does not mention a double shower or dimensions implying space for one.
Shared Shower
The bathroom is located on the landing ('Overloop') serving three bedrooms, indicating it is a shared facility.
Shared Toilet
The bathroom contains a toilet and is located on the landing, shared by the bedrooms on that floor.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'wastafelmeubel' (sink unit) in singular form and does not indicate a double sink.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The listing explicitly lists 'vloerverwarming' (floor heating) under the bathroom facilities.
Building General
South Facing
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The property is a semi-detached family home from 1997 with a garden and veranda, but no balcony is mentioned in the description.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a 'mega achtertuin' (huge backyard) located on the south, measuring 247 m².
Front Garden
The listing describes a driveway ('eigen oprit') at the front, but does not specify a front garden or planted area.
Side Garden
There is no mention of a side garden in the property description.
Terrace
The description states 'Direct aan de achtergevel bevindt zich een ruim terras' (Directly at the rear facade is a spacious terrace).
Rooftop Terrace
The house is a standard semi-detached property built in 1997; a rooftop terrace is highly unlikely and not mentioned.
Patio
The 'terras' mentioned in the text functions as a patio.
Veranda
The description explicitly mentions a 'veranda' and an 'overkapping' (canopy).
Guest House
There is a 'tuinhuis' (garden house), which typically refers to a shed, not a habitable guest house.
Waterfront
The property is located in Lochem; there is no mention of a waterfront location.
Kitchen Garden
No vegetable or kitchen garden is described.
Equestrian Facilities
No stables or equestrian facilities are listed.
Small Livestock Facilities
No facilities for small livestock are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No swimming pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi or hot tub is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
The property size (407 m²) and description do not include a tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
The location (Lochem, Netherlands) is flat and does not offer mountain views.
Remarkable City View
The house is in a residential neighborhood ('woonwijk') and does not appear to be high-rise or offer notable city views.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing highlights the large, south-facing backyard as a key feature, suggesting the primary view is of the garden.
Remarkable Sea View
Lochem is an inland region.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbour nearby.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks or notable buildings are mentioned as being visible.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions a Bosch Cv-ketel (combi boiler) and an Adlar Caster hybrid heat pump for heating.
Fireplace
There is no mention of a fireplace, wood stove, or open fire in the description or features list.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifies laminate flooring ('laminaatvloer') on the upper floors. Hardwood floors are not mentioned for any room.
Laminate Flooring
The listing states 'Verdieping voorzien van laminaatvloer' (floor provided with laminate flooring) on the 1st floor and mentions laminate again for the 2nd floor bedroom.
Carpeted Floors
No carpeting is mentioned. Laminate is used on the upper floors, and the ground floor has underfloor heating, typically incompatible with wall-to-wall carpet in this context.
Underfloor Heating
The listing mentions 'gedeeltelijke vloerverwarming' (partial underfloor heating) on the ground floor and in the bathroom.
Walk In Closet
The listing mentions a 'vaste kast' (fixed closet) in one bedroom, but does not describe a walk-in closet.
Skylight
The second floor bedroom is described as having 'dubbele dakramen' (double roof windows), which function as skylights.
Exposed Beams
The home is fully insulated and built in 1997. There is no mention of exposed beams in the description.
Bay Window
The description mentions a sliding door ('schuifpui') and a garden door, but no bay window ('erker') is described.
Private Indoor Pool
A private indoor pool is not mentioned and is highly unlikely for a standard family home of this size and type.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the amenities or description.
Built-In Wardrobes
One bedroom on the first floor is described as 'één met vaste kast' (one with a fixed closet), which equates to a built-in wardrobe.
Ornamental Plasterwork
Built in 1997 in a contemporary style, ornamental plasterwork is not a feature of this property.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a 'Eigentijds' (contemporary) home built in 1997. There are no mentions of specific Scandinavian design elements like light wood, minimalistic decor, or hygge aesthetics.
Modern
The home was built in 1997 and is described as 'Eigentijds' (contemporary). It features modern amenities like a heat pump (2024), solar panels, an open kitchen (2009), and energy label A+.
Industrial
The listing describes a family home in a residential area with a garden. There are no mentions of industrial features like exposed pipes, brick, or concrete.
Mediterranean
The home is located in the Netherlands (Lochem). While it has a south-facing garden, there are no mentions of Mediterranean architectural features or landscaping.
Classic
The house type is a semi-detached '2-onder-1-kap' with a pitched roof, which is a classic Dutch housing style. However, the interior and build year (1997) lean modern.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building year is 1997, which is not a traditional or historic era.
Early 20th Century
The property was built in 1997, not in the early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Although built after WWII (1997), the style is described as 'eigentijds' (contemporary) rather than the functionalist style typical of the immediate post-war period.
Modernist
Built in 1997 and described as 'eigentijds', the house features modern amenities and a layout consistent with contemporary architecture.
Newly Build
The construction year is 1997, so the house is not considered newly built.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions 'vaatwasser' in the kitchen description.
Oven
The listing explicitly mentions a 'stoomoven' (steam oven) in the kitchen.
Refrigerator
The listing explicitly mentions 'koelkast' in the kitchen.
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as 'open keuken', but no island is mentioned. This is a feature typically highlighted if present.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes the kitchen as 'Open keuken'.
Pantry
There is a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) mentioned, but no specific pantry is listed.
Stove
The listing mentions an 'inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop), which is a type of stove.
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly mentions 'inductiekookplaat'.
Build In Coffee Maker
No coffee maker is mentioned in the list of appliances, and it is a feature usually listed if present.
Boiling Water Tap
No boiling water tap (e.g., Quooker) is mentioned in the features.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions 'afzuigkap' (standard extractor hood), implying a downdraft system is not present.
Shared Kitchen
The property is listed as a single-family home ('gezinwoning'), so the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is from 2009 and while it has an open plan, there is no specific mention of it being a high-end 'design' kitchen.
New Kitchen
The kitchen description states 'Open keuken (2009)', making it approximately 15 years old.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly states 'Parkeergelegenheid: Op eigen terrein' (Parking on own property) and mentions a driveway.
Storage Room
The listing mentions a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) with washing machine connection and external storage of 7 m².
Garage
The listing explicitly mentions an 'aangebouwde garage' (attached garage) and lists garage features.
Double Garage
While the garage has double doors, the capacity is explicitly listed as 1 car.
Cellar
No cellar or basement is mentioned in the description or features.
Bike Storage
The property has a detached wooden shed and a garage, which typically serve as bike storage, though not explicitly labeled as such.
Covered Parking
The listing mentions an 'aangebouwde stenen garage en carport' (attached brick garage and carport).
Underground Parking
There is no mention of underground parking, which is uncommon for this type of property.
Ev Charging
No EV charging station is mentioned despite listing other modern energy features like solar panels and a heat pump.
Workshop
There is no explicit mention of a workshop, though the garage has electricity and water which could allow for it.
Shed
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Vrijstaande houten berging' (detached wooden shed).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
Parking is on own property, so there is no monthly rental cost for a parking spot.
Parkspot Sale Price
Parking is included with the property, not sold separately.
Rules
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (Ownership situation: Full ownership/Freehold).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes a 3-story family home built in 1997 with 127 m² of living space. There is no mention of an elevator or lift, which is highly unusual for this type and size of property in this location.
Private Entrance
The property is described as a semi-detached family home ('half vrijstaande gezinswoning') with its own driveway and covered entrance, confirming a private entrance.
Gated Community
The property is located in a 'woonwijk' (residential area) and 'kindvriendelijke omgeving' (child-friendly environment), not a secured or gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has three floors (ground floor plus two upper floors) accessed via stairs ('Overloop', '1e Verdieping', '2e Verdieping'). While the ground floor has a toilet, the need to use stairs for the bedrooms and full living area makes it inaccessible.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states 'Bijkeuken met wasmachine aansluiting' (Utility room with washing machine connection).
Laundry Room
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Bijkeuken' (utility room), which functions as a laundry room.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly states '12 zonnepanelen (2020)' under features.
Double Glazing
The property is described as 'Volledig geisoleerd' (fully insulated) and has an Energy Label A+, which strongly implies the presence of double glazing, although not explicitly named.
Triple Glazing
Triple glazing is not mentioned. Given the construction year of 1997 and typical real estate listing practices, the absence of mention suggests it is not present, as it would be a key selling point.
Wall Insulation
The listing states 'Volledig geisoleerd' (fully insulated), which includes wall insulation.
Floor Insulation
The listing states 'Volledig geisoleerd' (fully insulated), and mentions partial floor heating, which is typically installed in conjunction with floor insulation.
Roof Insulation
The listing states 'Volledig geisoleerd' (fully insulated), which covers roof insulation.
Heat Pump
The description explicitly mentions an 'Adlar Caster hybride warmtepomp (2024)'.
Home Battery
No home battery is mentioned in the description or feature list.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features full insulation ('Volledig geisoleerd'), Energy Label A+, partial underfloor heating on the ground floor ('gedeeltelijke vloerverwarming'), and a hybrid heat pump system.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.