Modern Waterfront Villa with 6 Bedrooms in Kubuseiland, Utrecht
Key Features
Upsides
- Unique architectural design as part of Kubuseiland, which was nominated for the Rietveld Prize in 2020, offering a distinctive living environment.
- Direct waterfront location with private water access, allowing residents to moor a boat and navigate the connected waterways to Terwijde and Haarrijnse Plas.
- Spacious layout with six bedrooms and four bathrooms across three floors, providing ample accommodation for large families or those needing home office space.
- Strong sustainability credentials with an A+ energy label, twenty solar panels, full insulation, and district heating with underfloor heating throughout.
- Excellent location combining a quiet, car-free residential street with proximity to amenities including St. Antonius Hospital, Maximapark, shopping centers, and easy cycling access to Utrecht city center.
Downsides
- The homeowners association contribution for the shared garden has not yet been established, creating some financial uncertainty for prospective buyers.
- The car-free street design may be inconvenient for residents who require close vehicular access to their front door for loading, unloading, or mobility reasons.
- At 6,098 euros per square meter, the price point is relatively high even for the Utrecht market, representing a significant investment.
- The flat roof construction, while architecturally consistent with the design, may require more maintenance than a pitched roof and could present potential drainage or weatherproofing concerns over time.
- The property does not include a garage, only parking on the premises, which may be insufficient for households with multiple vehicles or those seeking secure enclosed parking.
Description
This detached villa is situated on Kubuseiland, a distinctive residential area in the Terwijde district of Utrecht, part of the Leidsche Rijn development. The island was nominated for the prestigious Rietveld Prize in 2020, recognizing its architectural significance and innovative design approach. The property was constructed in 2016 and features a modern design with generous natural light throughout.
The villa has a total living area of 246 square meters spread across three floors, with an additional 15 square meters of external storage space. The total volume of the building measures 965 cubic meters. The property occupies a total plot of 571 square meters, consisting of two cadastral parcels: one measuring 532 square meters and another of 39 square meters.
The ground floor features an entrance hall with a toilet and meter cupboard, providing access to both the kitchen and the living and dining area. The walls have a clean finish and the floor is laid with neutral tiles that incorporate underfloor heating. A utility room with washing machine connections is also located on this level. The living room has ceilings reaching 320 centimeters in height, creating a sense of spaciousness. Large glass panels offer views of the garden and the adjacent water, while allowing abundant natural light to enter the space. A large sliding door provides direct access to the outdoor area. A notable architectural feature is the substantial staircase positioned centrally in the home. The open kitchen connects directly to the living area and is equipped with luxury built-in appliances.
The first floor is reached via a custom-made staircase and includes a hallway providing access to three bedrooms and a luxuriously finished bathroom. This bathroom contains a bathtub, shower, toilet, and washbasin. The principal bedroom on this floor has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, washbasin, and toilet.
The second floor follows a similar layout to the first floor. From the spacious landing, there is access to three additional bedrooms and another luxuriously finished bathroom containing a bathtub, shower, toilet, and washbasin. The principal bedroom on this floor also features an en-suite bathroom with a shower, washbasin, and toilet.
In total, the property contains six bedrooms and four bathrooms, making it suitable for large families or those who require additional rooms for home office purposes or guest accommodation. All bathrooms combined contain four showers, two bathtubs, four toilets, and four washbasins, plus there is one separate toilet on the ground floor.
The outdoor space surrounds the property on all sides. The garden provides multiple areas that receive sunlight throughout the day. Direct access to the water allows residents to moor a boat and explore the surrounding waterways, which connect to the broader Terwijde area and the Haarrijnse Plas lake.
The property is located on a spacious, car-free, cul-de-sac street with detached cubic-shaped homes. Residents also have access to a shared internal garden with various entry points. The homeowners association contribution for this shared garden has not yet been formally established but is estimated at a maximum of 300 euros per year.
The surrounding area offers numerous amenities. St. Antonius Hospital is located nearby, as is the Maximapark. Shopping facilities are available at the Leidsche Rijn Centrum and Terwijde shopping centers. The historic city center of Utrecht can be reached by bicycle in approximately 20 minutes. The location also provides good access to major highways and public transportation connections, facilitating travel to other parts of the country.
In terms of sustainability and energy efficiency, the property has an A+ energy label. The building is fully insulated and benefits from district heating with underfloor heating throughout the entire home. Twenty solar panels are installed on the roof, contributing to reduced energy costs. The roof is constructed as a flat roof, consistent with the modern architectural style of the Kubuseiland development.
Additional features include fiber optic cable connections, mechanical ventilation, and TV cable connections. Parking is available on the property's own grounds. The property is offered with an asking price of 1,500,000 euros, which translates to approximately 6,098 euros per square meter of living space. The transfer is subject to negotiation regarding the acceptance date. The property is offered with full ownership rights for both cadastral parcels.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly states there are 4 showers across the 4 bathrooms.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions 2 bathtubs (ligbaden) in the main bathrooms on both floors.
Ensuite Bathroom
The description notes '2 één en-suite bij de master bedrooms' and explicitly describes a second bathroom inside the master bedroom on both the 1st and 2nd floors.
Guest Toilet
The features section lists '1 apart toilet' and the ground floor layout mentions a toilet in the hall.
Bidet
Not mentioned in the listing; bidets are uncommon in Dutch homes and are typically highlighted if present.
Shared Shower
This is a detached villa (vrijstaande woning), so there are no shared facilities with other households.
Shared Toilet
This is a detached villa, meaning all toilets are private to the property owner.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing specifies exactly 4 sinks (wastafels) distributed across 4 bathrooms, indicating single sinks per bathroom rather than his and hers double sinks.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The listing specifies 'gehele vloerverwarming' (entire underfloor heating) under the heating provisions, which includes the bathrooms.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned in the description or features.
Rear Garden
The listing specifies 'tuin rondom' (garden all around) and mentions a sliding door to the garden.
Front Garden
The listing specifies 'tuin rondom' (garden all around).
Side Garden
The listing specifies 'tuin rondom' (garden all around).
Rooftop Terrace
The property has a flat roof but no rooftop terrace is mentioned.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the description.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned.
Waterfront
The property is explicitly described as being directly on the water with boat access from the garden.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Utrecht, Netherlands, which is entirely flat.
Remarkable City View
The views described are of the garden and water, not the city.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing highlights 'fantastisch zicht' (fantastic view) over the garden and water through enormous glass panels.
Remarkable Sea View
Utrecht is inland with no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
The water is connected to a neighborhood and lake, not a harbor.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark view is mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
The features section explicitly lists 'Stadsverwarming' (district heating) as the heating method.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description or features. In a luxury listing, this would typically be highlighted if present.
Tiled Floors
The description explicitly mentions a 'neutrale tegelvloer' (neutral tiled floor) on the ground floor.
Underfloor Heating
The listing explicitly states 'gehele vloerverwarming' (entire underfloor heating) in the features section.
Exposed Beams
The walls are described as 'strak afgewerkt' (neatly/smoothly finished), and the modern cube architecture does not typically feature exposed beams.
Bay Window
The property has 'enorme glaspartijen' (enormous glass facades) and a large sliding door, but no bay window is described.
Private Indoor Pool
There is absolutely no mention of a private indoor pool in the description or features.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is absolutely no mention of a private indoor sauna in the description or features.
French Doors
A 'grote schuifpui' (large sliding door) is mentioned for garden access, but there is no mention of french doors.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The listing explicitly notes that the walls are 'strak afgewerkt' (smoothly finished), which directly contradicts the presence of ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a modern cube house with no mention of typical Scandinavian design elements such as light woods or specific hygge aesthetics.
Modern
The property is explicitly described as a modern, luxury villa with a cube shape, flat roof, and enormous glass facades, nominated for the modern architecture Rietveld prize.
Industrial
There are no descriptions of industrial elements like raw metals, exposed bricks, or warehouse-style windows.
Mediterranean
The architecture is a modern cube house in the Netherlands, completely distinct from Mediterranean styles.
Classic
The design is explicitly modern and part of a contemporary cube island development, lacking any classic architectural details.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The property was built in 2016 and has a modern cube design.
Early 20th Century
The property was built in 2016.
Post War Functional
The property was built in 2016.
Modernist
The property is a modern cube-shaped villa, part of 'Kubuseiland', and was nominated for the prestigious Rietveld architecture prize.
Newly Build
Built in 2016, it is relatively modern but classified as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) rather than new build.
Kitchen
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly states 'De open keuken bevindt zich aansluitend aan de woonkamer' (The open kitchen is adjacent to the living room).
Pantry
The listing mentions a 'bijkeuken/berging' (utility room/pantry) on the ground floor.
Shared Kitchen
The property is described as a detached villa ('vrijstaande villa'), meaning the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
The house is part of a development nominated for the prestigious Rietveld architecture prize, and the kitchen is described as open with luxurious built-in appliances.
New Kitchen
The property was built in 2016 and is listed as 'existing construction' (Bestaande bouw), meaning the kitchen is not new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Features section states 'Soort parkeergelegenheid Op eigen terrein' (Parking on own property).
Storage Room
Listing explicitly mentions a 'bijkeuken/berging' (utility/storage room) on the ground floor and 'Externe bergruimte 15 m²' (external storage 15 m²).
Garage
No garage is mentioned in the listing. For a luxury villa of this price, a garage would typically be highlighted if present.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage is mentioned, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage is mentioned, so no double garage.
Attic
No attic mentioned. The 3rd floor (2e verdieping) is described as identical to the 2nd floor with bedrooms and bathrooms, not as an attic.
Cellar
No cellar mentioned. Modern Dutch villas built in 2016 rarely have cellars.
Underground Parking
Not mentioned and highly unusual for a standalone villa.
Workshop
No workshop mentioned in the listing.
Shed
No shed mentioned. There is a utility/storage room (bijkeuken/berging) but this is part of the main house, not a separate shed.
Street Parking Free
The street is described as 'autoluwe' (car-free/light), which typically means limited or no street parking.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions 'Gezamenlijke binnentuin, bijdrage VVE is nog niet vastgesteld, maar er wordt gedacht aan maximaal 300 euro per jaar' which confirms a VVE (Homeowners Association) exists.
Leasehold
The listing states 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom' (Ownership situation: Full ownership) for both cadastral parcels, indicating it is not leasehold.
Oa Fees
The listing states VVE contribution is not yet established but estimated at a maximum of 300 euros per year.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes a spacious staircase ('riant trappenhuis') across 3 floors with no mention of an elevator, which is typical for private villas unless specifically noted.
Intercom
No intercom system is mentioned in the description or features. This is a detached villa, not an apartment complex where intercoms are commonly listed.
Alarm System
No alarm system is mentioned in the description or features list.
Security Cameras
No security cameras are mentioned in the description or features list.
Private Entrance
This is explicitly described as a 'vrijstaande villa' (detached villa) with a front door ('voordeur'), which by definition has its own private entrance.
Automatic Gate
No automatic gate is mentioned. The property is on a 'autoluwe, doodlopende straat' (car-free, dead-end street) but there is no mention of any gates.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone is mentioned in the description or features list.
Gated Community
While there is a communal garden with VFE costs and the 'Kubuseiland' development, it's described as an 'autoluwe straat' (car-free street) with no mention of gates or security access control.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has 3 floors accessible only via stairs, with no elevator. The ground floor may have some accessibility with an open layout, but the multi-level design makes the home largely inaccessible for wheelchair users.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The description explicitly mentions a washing machine connection in the utility room, but does not state that a washing machine is included.
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states that there is a washing machine connection in the utility room.
Laundry Room
The description mentions a 'bijkeuken/berging' (utility room/storage) on the ground floor where the washing machine connection is located.
Dryer
There is no mention of a dryer or a dryer connection anywhere in the listing.
High Speed Internet
The property features include a fiber optic cable connection, which inherently provides high-speed internet capabilities.
Fibre Internet
The listing explicitly lists 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) among the provisions.
Smart Home
The description mentions a modern, luxurious home but does not specify any smart home features or systems.
Ventilation System
The features list explicitly includes 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation).
Cable Tv
The features list explicitly includes 'TV kabel' (TV cable).
Water Softener
There is no mention of a water softener in the property description or features list.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly states the presence of '20 Zonnepanelen' (20 solar panels) in the special details and features section.
Wall Insulation
The features section explicitly states 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated) under the Isolation category.
Floor Insulation
The property is listed as fully insulated and features 'gehele vloerverwarming' (entire underfloor heating), which requires proper floor insulation.
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly states 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated), which encompasses the roof.
Heat Pump
The heating system is explicitly defined as 'Stadsverwarming' (district heating) and underfloor heating. There is no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is absolutely no mention of a home battery or energy storage system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property utilizes district heating (Stadsverwarming), holds an Energy Label A+, and features a mechanical ventilation system.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.