Spacious Corner Townhouse with Private Dock in Aalsmeer
Key Features
Upsides
- Direct waterfront access with a private dock approximately 12 meters wide, allowing navigation to the Westeinderplas and Amsterdam canal system.
- Flexible living arrangement with potential for double occupancy, making the property suitable for multi-generational families, home offices, or rental income possibilities.
- Substantial living area of 266 square meters on a 412 square meter plot provides generous space that exceeds typical Dutch residential standards.
- Quiet yet central location in Aalsmeer with proximity to town centre amenities while maintaining a residential neighbourhood character.
- Underfloor heating on both the ground and first floors combined with owned central heating system provides comfortable and controllable heating throughout the property.
Downsides
- Energy label C is dated 1981 and indicates the property could benefit from thermal improvements, potentially resulting in higher energy costs.
- The garden orientation on the northeast means limited direct sunlight during daytime hours compared to south facing gardens.
- The adapted dual occupancy layout may require restoration work to convert back to a standard family home layout if desired.
- Only 2 bedrooms mentioned in the official specifications despite the description referencing multiple sleeping spaces across floors.
- The asking price per square meter of 3,750 euros is relatively high and may face negotiation.
Description
This substantial corner townhouse is situated at Aalsmeer Ringvaartzijde 57 in the town of Aalsmeer, positioned along the historic Ringvaart canal. The property was constructed in 1981 and stands on a plot of 412 square meters that encompasses both land and water. With a living area of 266 square meters and a total volume of 896 cubic meters, this residence offers generous proportions that are well above average for the Dutch housing market.
The location of this townhouse is particularly noteworthy. It enjoys a tranquil and child-friendly setting while remaining within close proximity to the centre of Aalsmeer. One of the most distinctive features of this property is the private dock, measuring approximately 12 meters in width, located in the rear garden. This dock provides direct access to the Ringvaart canal, from where residents can navigate to the picturesque Westeinderplas or continue into the Amsterdam canal system. The rear garden itself measures 81 square meters with dimensions of 8.50 meters depth and 9.50 meters width, positioned on the northeast side of the property and offering views over the harbour basin.
The ground floor accommodation begins with a spacious entrance hall that houses the meter cupboard and staircase to the upper levels. Adjacent to the standard toilet, there is an enlarged bathroom facility that includes a shower area and vanity unit. The main living room is light, spacious and features a centrally positioned fireplace that serves as a focal point for the space. The semi open kitchen is arranged in an L-shaped configuration and is fitted with a granite worktop. It comes equipped with a range of built in appliances and provides access to a utility room and storage area. The current owners have adapted what was formerly a double garage into this functional storage and laundry space. Additionally, on the ground floor there is a bedroom or study room positioned next to the entrance.
Ascending to the first floor, visitors discover what the listing describes as perhaps the greatest surprise. Originally, this level comprised three generous bedrooms, two bathrooms and a third toilet. However, the current owners have reorganised the space to create a spacious living unit that includes its own kitchen facilities and a complete bathroom featuring a soaking tub, walk in shower, toilet and vanity unit. This adaptation means the property is suitable for double occupancy, whether that involves intergenerational living, generating rental income, or simply accommodating changing household needs. The flexibility of this configuration represents a significant advantage for buyers seeking versatile living arrangements.
The second floor contains a very spacious bedroom with a dormer window extending 7.5 meters in length, providing excellent natural light and headroom. There is also separate storage space available on this level.
The property benefits from several practical features. The ground floor and first floor are equipped with underfloor heating powered by a gas fired central heating system that is owned outright by the property. The floors are finished with ceramic tiles throughout these levels. A new sliding door has been installed, providing access to the rear garden and dock area. The property includes an insulated storage building and parking facilities are available both on the private plot and in the surrounding public areas. Connectivity is ensured through fibre optic cable and television cable connections.
The energy performance certificate for this property is rated as label C, which is reasonable considering the 1981 construction date. While not the most energy efficient rating available, it reflects the building standards of that era and leaves room for potential improvements should a buyer wish to pursue them.
The Kadastral registration for the property is listed as AALSMEER G 5001, with the full ownership situation being freehold or volle eigendom in Dutch terminology. This means there are no leasehold complications or ground rent obligations to consider.
The asking price for this property is set at 997,500 euros, which translates to approximately 3,750 euros per square meter of living space. Given the unique combination of waterfront access, private dock, flexible dual living potential, and the substantial plot size, this pricing reflects the premium nature of such features in the Aalsmeer property market. The property is currently available and acceptance of offers is subject to discussion with the current owners.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions '2 douches' and includes a 'doucheruimte' on the ground floor and an 'inloopdouche' on the first floor.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly states the first floor bathroom includes 'ligbad' (bathtub) as part of the complete bathroom with ligbad, inloopdouche, toilet and wastafelmeubel.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions 'standaard toilet is vergroot met een doucheruimte' on the ground floor, and there are '2 toiletten' total mentioned in the bathroom features plus an additional 'derde toilet'.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No mention of any balcony in the description or features list.
Rear Garden
Explicitly mentioned as 'achtertuin' with 81 m² area (8.50m deep and 9.50m wide), east-facing with private pier.
Front Garden
Listed as 'voortuin' in features section.
Rooftop Terrace
No mention of rooftop terrace anywhere in listing.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area mentioned in description or features.
Veranda
No veranda mentioned in listing.
Waterfront
Direct waterfront access with 12m wide private pier, can sail to Westeinderplas and Amsterdam canals. Description emphasizes 'eigen aanlegsteiger' and 'aan vaarwater, aan water'.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden mentioned in listing.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool mentioned in listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi mentioned in listing.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
Aalsmeer is in the Netherlands with no mountains in the region. Not mentioned.
Remarkable City View
Property is near center of Aalsmeer but no city views mentioned; focus is on water and harbor views.
Remarkable Garden View
Back garden of 81 m² with view over harbor basin. Garden views present but not extraordinary.
Remarkable Sea View
Aalsmeer is inland near Amsterdam; no sea views possible or mentioned.
Remarkable Harbour View
Description explicitly mentions 'uitzicht over de havenkom die uitkomt op de Ringvaart' (view over the harbor basin). This is a prominent feature of the property.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
Central heating (CV-ketel) is explicitly mentioned in the listing features under 'Verwarming' and 'Warm water'.
Fireplace
Open fireplace (open haard) is explicitly mentioned as a central feature of the living room in both the description and layout details.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifically mentions 'plavuizen vloer' (tile floors) throughout the ground and first floor. No hardwood floors are mentioned.
Tiled Floors
Tile floors ('plavuizen') with underfloor heating are explicitly mentioned as a feature on both the ground floor and first floor. This is a primary flooring choice throughout.
Laminate Flooring
No mention of laminate flooring. The listing specifically highlights tile floors as the primary flooring material.
Carpeted Floors
No mention of carpeted floors. The listing emphasizes tiled floors as the main flooring solution throughout the property.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating ('vloerverwarming') is explicitly mentioned as being installed on both the ground floor and first floor alongside the tile flooring.
Home Office
The listing mentions a bedroom/study room ('slaap/werkkamer') next to the entrance, which could serve as a home office. However, dedicated home office features are not explicitly highlighted.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned. The listing references a dormer window ('dakkapel') on the second floor, but this is not classified as a skylight.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool facilities are mentioned anywhere in the listing. The property features focus on residential living spaces and outdoor water access.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna facilities are mentioned in the listing. The bathroom features listed include bath, walk-in shower, and standard bathroom fixtures only.
French Doors
No french doors are mentioned. The listing specifically references 'nieuwe schuifpui' (new sliding doors) as the door feature.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No specific Scandinavian design elements mentioned. The listing describes tile floors with underfloor heating, granite countertops, and a classic herenhuis type which does not strongly align with Scandinavian aesthetics.
Modern
Some modern elements present including granite countertops, underfloor heating, and new sliding doors. However, the property was built in 1981, and the overall style suggests a more traditional approach.
Industrial
No industrial design elements are mentioned in the listing. The property features a classic residential layout with tile floors, granite countertops, and traditional Dutch residential architecture.
Mediterranean
Property is located in the Netherlands with features inconsistent with Mediterranean style. No mention of terracotta, warm color palettes, or Mediterranean architectural elements.
Classic
The property is described as a 'herenhuis' (townhouse) built in 1981 with an open fireplace and traditional Dutch residential architecture. The double occupancy layout and overall design suggest classic residential styling.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1981, not a traditional or historic building.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1981, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 1981, well after post-WWII period. Not applicable to this property.
Modernist
1981 construction could have some modern elements but no specific modernist architectural style mentioned.
Newly Build
Built in 1981, nearly 45 years old. Definitely not newly built.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as L-shaped with granite countertop. No island is mentioned in the layout.
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned in the listing. Premium built-in coffee machines are not standard in Dutch homes.
Boiling Water Tap
No mention of instant boiling water tap (like Quooker). Such features are not commonly mentioned unless specifically upgraded.
Downdraft Extractor
No downdraft extractor mentioned. Standard overhead or integrated extractor hood is more likely for this property type.
Shared Kitchen
The listing indicates 'dubbele bewoning' (dual living) possible with a separate living unit on the first floor having its own kitchen. This suggests separate kitchens rather than shared.
Design Kitchen
L-shaped kitchen with granite countertop and built-in appliances indicates good quality but not luxury designer kitchen. Quality is mid-to-upper range.
New Kitchen
Granite countertops and modern built-in appliances suggest relatively recent renovation, but kitchen age is not explicitly stated. Property is from 1981.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Features section clearly states 'Soort parkeergelegenheid: Op eigen terrein en openbaar parkeren'. Parking available on own land.
Storage Room
Description mentions 'Geïsoleerde berging' (insulated storage) and 'bijkeuken / berging' (utility/storage room), plus 'aparte bergruimte' on the second floor.
Garage
Description states 'Voorheen was dit een dubbele garage' (Previously this was a double garage), indicating a garage existed but was converted to a utility/storage area.
Double Garage
Description mentions the space 'voorheen was dit een dubbele garage' but it has been converted to a bijkeuken/berging, so no longer present.
Attic
Features state '2 woonlagen en een zolder' and description mentions 'tweede verdieping is een zeer ruime slaapkamer met dakkapel van 7,5 meter en aparte bergruimte'.
Underground Parking
No mention of underground parking. Only parking mentioned is on own land and public parking.
Shed
'Schuur/berging' is mentioned as 'Inpandig' (built-in) in the features section.
Street Parking Free
Features mention 'openbaar parkeren'. In the Netherlands, public parking is generally free unless otherwise specified. No restrictions mentioned.
Rules
Owners Association
This is a single-family corner house (eengezinswoning, hoekwoning) on full ownership (volle eigendom) with no mention of an HOA/VvE. The property appears to be an independent dwelling.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (full ownership), indicating this is not a leasehold property.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
This is a 2-3 story single-family house with stairs connecting floors. No elevator is mentioned or expected in this type of property.
Private Entrance
This is a single-family corner house (hoekwoning) with its own private entrance. The listing describes 'ruime entree' (spacious entrance).
Gated Community
The listing describes the location as 'in centrum en in woonwijk' (in center and residential neighborhood), not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has multiple floors with stairs connecting them. The 'dubbele bewoning' adaptation is not described as wheelchair accessible. The listing does not specifically mention accessibility features.
Utilities & Technical
High Speed Internet
Glasvezelkabel (fiber optic cable) is listed under voorzieningen (facilities), indicating high-speed internet capability.
Fibre Internet
Glasvezelkabel (fiber optic cable) is explicitly mentioned under voorzieningen.
Cable Tv
TV kabel (cable TV) is explicitly listed under voorzieningen (facilities).
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing. Properties from 1981 with energy label C may or may not have solar panels installed.
Triple Glazing
No mention of triple glazing. This is rare in properties from 1981 and would have been explicitly marketed if present.
Heat Pump
Listing explicitly states 'Verwarming: Cv-ketel' (central heating boiler) and 'Gas gestookt, eigendom' (gas-fired, owned). This definitively confirms a conventional gas boiler, not a heat pump.
Home Battery
No mention of home battery storage system. Would typically be explicitly mentioned as a modern energy feature if present.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing mentions several energy efficiency measures: underfloor heating (vloerverwarming) on ground floor and first floor provides efficient heating distribution; insulated storage (geïsoleerde berging); new sliding door (nieuwe schuifpui) which likely has better sealing than older doors; floor tiles (plavuizen vloer) with underlying heating system. Energy label C indicates compliance with reasonable efficiency standards.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.