Key Features
Upsides
- The property features a solid steel foundation (masonry), which eliminates the common risks associated with wooden pile foundations in this region and ensures long term structural stability.
- Authentic original details such as the en suite doors, solid oak floors, and stained glass windows have been beautifully preserved, offering the charm of a 1928 build while maintaining modern insulation standards through secondary glazing.
- Residents can enjoy excellent outdoor living with a south facing garden and a south facing balcony on the first floor, ensuring ample natural light and warmth throughout the day.
- The location in the Welgelegen district is highly desirable, offering a quiet, car free, and family friendly street within walking distance of Haarlem city center, the Haarlemmer Hout, and major highways.
- Recent updates include the installation of a new Intergas central heating boiler in November 2024, providing immediate peace of mind regarding the heating system's efficiency and longevity.
Downsides
- The property currently holds an energy label D, indicating that while improvements like double glazing and floor insulation exist, the energy efficiency is not at the highest modern standard which could lead to higher utility costs.
- Parking is managed through a permit system (parkeervignetten) rather than offering private on site parking, which may be less convenient for residents with multiple vehicles or frequent guests.
- As a terraced townhouse (tussenwoning), the property shares walls with neighbors, which could potentially result in noise transmission, despite the generally solid construction of homes from this era.
- The utility connections for the washing machine and dryer are located on the second floor, which might be considered less practical compared to having them on the ground or first floor.
- There is a discrepancy in the listing description regarding the shed material, described as a stone shed in the text but listed as a wooden shed in the features, which may cause confusion during a viewing.
Description
Located at Twijnderslaan 32, this magnificent and spacious townhouse offers a unique opportunity to reside in the desirable Welgelegen district of Haarlem. Dating back to 1928, the property presents approximately 170 square meters of living space, characterized by its stylish preservation of original details and a generous layout spread over three floors. The residence is ideally situated on a wide, car free street, ensuring a peaceful and safe environment for residents. With the city center, the scenic Haarlemmer Hout, and various public transport options within walking distance, the location combines the tranquility of a residential area with the convenience of urban amenities.
Upon entering the property, one is welcomed into a vestibule and a hallway that sets the tone for the rest of the home. The ground floor features a deep storage cupboard and a modern toilet room. Adjacent to the entrance is the closed modern kitchen, which is equipped with a range of built in appliances. A notable feature in the kitchen is the preservation of a beautiful original bread closet, blending historical charm with modern functionality. The kitchen provides direct access to the outdoor space, enhancing the flow of the home.
The heart of the home is undoubtedly the atmospheric and spacious en suite living room. This grand room is adorned with all original details, including ornate paneling and stained glass elements typical of the era. The floor is covered with solid oak wood, adding warmth and elegance to the space. A wood stove serves as a focal point, creating a cozy atmosphere during the colder months. The living room also features a bay window, allowing natural light to flood the interior. Doors from both the kitchen and the living room lead to the garden, integrating indoor and outdoor living seamlessly.
Moving to the first floor, the landing provides access to a separate toilet and three bedrooms. One of these bedrooms is particularly notable as it features French doors that open onto a large balcony facing south. This outdoor space is a perfect spot to enjoy the morning sun or relax in the evening. The first floor also hosts a spacious bathroom fitted with a bath, a shower, and a washbasin, catering to the needs of a family or busy professionals.
The second floor continues to offer ample space with two more spacious bedrooms, bringing the total number of bedrooms to five. This level also includes a utility room currently housing the connections for a washing machine and dryer, as well as the central heating boiler. From this room, there is access to the attic space, providing valuable storage options. Additionally, a second bathroom is located on this floor, equipped with a shower and a washbasin, adding further convenience to the household layout.
The outdoor areas of the property are designed for privacy and enjoyment. The backyard faces south, ensuring optimal sunlight conditions throughout the day. It is described as green and sheltered, providing a serene escape from the city buzz. The garden features a detached stone shed and offers a secured back entrance. At the front of the house, residents benefit from an open view across the Voorhelmstraat, enhancing the sense of space.
In terms of technical specifications, the property is well maintained and comes with several notable features. The energy label is D, reflecting the insulation status which includes double glazing and floor insulation. Special attention has been given to the original stained glass windows, which are protected by secondary glazing to improve energy efficiency without compromising the character of the home. Heating is provided by an Intergas central heating boiler, which was installed as recently as November 2024, ensuring reliability and efficiency for years to come.
A significant advantage of this property is its foundation. The building is founded on steel, meaning it has a masonry foundation rather than wooden piles. This is a crucial detail in the region, as it eliminates the risks associated with wooden foundation settlement and ensures the structural integrity of the building. The property has also undergone a structural inspection, providing peace of mind to prospective buyers.
The neighborhood of Welgelegen is known for being quiet, green, and particularly family friendly. The street itself is wide and has limited car traffic, making it safe for children to play. Parking is available via a permit system with options for visitor passes. Despite the quiet residential feel, the property is strategically located near the main roads leading to Amsterdam, Schiphol, and The Hague, making it an excellent base for commuters.
In summary, Twijnderslaan 32 is a well maintained and characterful family home that successfully blends historical charm with modern living requirements. Its spacious layout, original features, sunny garden, and prime location in Welgelegen make it a highly desirable property for those looking to settle in Haarlem. The combination of a solid steel foundation, a new heating system, and the preservation of authentic details ensures that this home is not only beautiful but also a sound investment for the future.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The description mentions 'douche' (shower) in the 1st floor bathroom and the 2nd floor bathroom. The features list also confirms '2 douches'.
Bathtub
The description explicitly lists 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the 1st floor bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom
The property describes a 'kamer-en-suite' on the ground floor, which refers to connecting living rooms. The bathrooms on the 1st and 2nd floors are accessible via the landing and shared among multiple bedrooms, not attached privately to a single bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The layout mentions a 'toiletruimte' on the ground floor and a separate 'toilet' on the 1st floor. The features section confirms '2 aparte toiletten' (2 separate toilets).
Shared Shower
The property is a single-family townhouse ('Herenhuis', 'gezinswoning'), meaning the showers are private to the household and not shared facilities between tenants or units.
Shared Toilet
The property is a single-family townhouse; the toilets are for private household use, not communal facilities.
Building General
South Facing
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a 'groot balkon op het zuiden' (large balcony on the south) on the 1st floor.
Rear Garden
The description states 'MET VOOR- EN ACHTERTUIN' and details the 'achtertuin op het zuiden'. The features section confirms 'Achtertuin 46 m²'.
Front Garden
The description mentions 'VOOR- EN ACHTERTUIN'. The features section lists 'Tuin: Achtertuin en voortuin'.
Side Garden
The house is listed as a 'tussenwoning' (terraced townhouse), implying neighbors on both sides, with no mention of a side garden.
Terrace
No terrace is mentioned in the text; only a balcony and front/rear gardens are listed.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a roof terrace; the building has 3 floors and no described roof access.
Barbecue Area
No specific barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
The description mentions a 'besloten tuin' (private/enclosed garden) and 'afgesloten achterom' (closed back entrance), implying fencing.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the property description.
Guest House
There is a 'vrijstaande stenen schuur' (detached stone shed), but no mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
The property is in Haarlem, near a forest (Haarlemmer Hout), with no mention of waterfront location.
Kitchen Garden
The garden is described as green and sheltered, but no vegetable or kitchen garden is specified.
Equestrian Facilities
This is an urban residential property; no equestrian facilities are present.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is an urban residential property; no livestock facilities are present.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
This is a townhouse property; there is no tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is in the Netherlands (Haarlem), which is flat, so there are no mountain views.
Remarkable City View
The property is in a residential area ('Welgelegen') near a forest. The view is described as 'vrij doorzicht' (free view) over a street, not a remarkable city panorama.
Remarkable Garden View
The property has a private rear garden and front garden. While pleasant, 'remarkable view' typically implies looking out over extensive landscapes, not just one's own garden.
Remarkable Sea View
Although Haarlem is close to the coast, the listing describes views towards a forest and street, not the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbour mentioned or visible in the location described.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are mentioned as visible from the property.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned in the listing description or the features list. It is uncommon in historic Dutch homes from 1928 unless specifically retrofitted.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions 'Centrale verwarming' (central heating) with an Intergas boiler from November 2024 in the features and details.
Fireplace
The description states there is a 'houtkachel' (wood stove) in the living room.
Hardwood Floors
The description explicitly mentions a 'massief eiken vloer' (solid oak floor) in the living room.
Laminate Flooring
The listing specifies 'solid oak floor' (massief eiken) for the living area and makes no mention of laminate.
Carpeted Floors
There is no mention of carpeted floors; the living area has a solid oak floor.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not listed in the features or description. The heating is provided by a central boiler.
Walk In Closet
The layout mentions bedrooms and storage closets, but no specific walk-in closet is described.
Home Office
The listing describes a standard family home layout with bedrooms but does not explicitly mention a dedicated home office space.
Skylight
The roof is described as a 'zadeldak' (saddle/gable roof) and there is no mention of skylights (dakramen) in the description.
Exposed Beams
The listing focuses on original details like stained glass and en-suite doors, but does not mention exposed beams.
Bay Window
The description explicitly mentions an 'erker' (bay window) in the living room.
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of a pool, and this is highly unlikely for a standard townhouse in this neighborhood.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the listing or features.
French Doors
The description mentions 'openslaande deuren' (french doors) on the first floor leading to a balcony.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a classic 'Herenhuis' (townhouse) from 1928 with original details, which is not characteristic of Scandinavian design.
Modern
While the house has a modern kitchen and some modern installations, the architecture is classic (1928) and emphasizes original details like en-suite doors and stained glass.
Industrial
The property is a residential townhouse with a focus on original details and a cozy atmosphere, lacking the raw materials and open spaces typical of industrial design.
Mediterranean
The property is located in the Netherlands and built in a Dutch traditional style ('Herenhuis'), with no mention of Mediterranean architectural elements.
Classic
The listing explicitly describes the property as a 'Herenhuis' built in 1928, highlighting original details, en-suite rooms, and a preserved facade, which are hallmarks of classic architecture.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The property is a 'Herenhuis' (townhouse/mansion) from 1928 featuring 'alle originele details' (all original details), indicating a strong traditional and historic style.
Early 20th Century
The construction year is explicitly listed as 1928, placing it firmly in the early 20th century style.
Post War Functional
The house was built in 1928, which is pre-war, and retains original historic details rather than post-war functional design.
Modernist
The house emphasizes 'original details', 'massive oak floor', and 'ensuite doors', which are classic elements, not modernist.
Newly Build
The listing specifies 'Bouwjaar 1928' (Year built 1928), so it is not newly built.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as 'dichte moderne keuken' (closed modern kitchen), which typically implies a separate room layout rather than an open plan with an island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The text explicitly states 'dichte moderne keuken' (closed modern kitchen).
Pantry
The description explicitly mentions a 'mooie originele broodkast' (beautiful original bread pantry/closet).
Shared Kitchen
The listing is for a 'Herenhuis' (townhouse) with 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership), not a shared facility.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'modern' with 'beautiful original details' and 'inbouwapparatuur'. It sounds stylish, but 'design kitchen' usually implies a specific high-end aesthetic.
New Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'modern'. The house is from 1928. 'Modern' suggests a renovation, but does not guarantee it is brand new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing states 'Goede parkeervoorzieningen middels parkeervignetten en bezoekerspassen', indicating parking is available via permits.
Storage Room
The listing mentions a 'bergkamer' (storage room) on the 2nd floor with washer/dryer connections and a 'verdiepte provisiekast' (storage cupboard) on the ground floor.
Garage
The listing mentions a 'vrijstaande stenen schuur' (freestanding stone shed) but does not mention a garage.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage mentioned in the listing.
Double Garage
There is no garage mentioned in the listing.
Attic
The listing mentions 'toegang tot vliering' (access to attic) on the 2nd floor.
Cellar
There is no mention of a cellar or basement in the listing.
Covered Parking
The listing only mentions street parking and a shed; no covered car parking is indicated.
Underground Parking
There is no mention of underground parking.
Ev Charging
EV charging is not mentioned in the features or description.
Shed
The description explicitly mentions a 'vrijstaande stenen schuur' (freestanding stone shed) in the backyard.
Street Parking Free
The listing requires 'parkeervignetten' (parking permits), implying parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The text explicitly states 'parkeervignetten' (parking permits) are used.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No price for parking is provided, only the permit system is mentioned.
Parkspot Sale Price
No parking spot is for sale, only street parking via permit is available.
Rules
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom', which means the property is owned outright (freehold) and not on leasehold.
Other Rules
The listing mentions that parking is provided via permits ('parkeervignetten en bezoekerspassen'), implying specific parking regulations.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a 1928 townhouse spread over multiple floors (ground, 1st, 2nd) and there is no mention of an elevator in the description or features.
Intercom
The listing describes a single-family home with a private entrance. While a doorbell is standard, an electronic intercom system is not mentioned and is uncommon for this type of standalone residence.
Alarm System
The listing does not mention an alarm system. In Dutch real estate listings, a security alarm is typically highlighted as a selling point if present.
Security Cameras
There is no mention of security cameras in the listing description or features.
Private Entrance
The property is a detached/semi-detached townhouse (Herenhuis) with its own front door located on the street.
Automatic Gate
The property is located on a public street ('brede autoluwe straat') with a garden accessible via an 'achterom' (back alley). There is no mention of a gate or driveway that would require automatic operation.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone is mentioned. Given the age and style of the home (1928), standard doorbells are implied unless modern smart home features are explicitly listed.
Gated Community
The house is located in a 'wijk' (neighborhood) on a public street, not within a secured or gated complex.
Wheelchair Accessible
The property is a traditional 1928 townhouse with multiple floors accessed only via stairs ('1e Verdieping', '2e Verdieping'). There is no mention of ramps, elevators, or adapted facilities.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly mentions 'wasmachine/droger aansluiting' (washing machine/dryer connections) in the storage room on the 2nd floor.
Laundry Room
The property has a 'bergkamer' (storage room) equipped with washing machine and dryer connections, functioning as a laundry space.
Ventilation System
The features list specifically includes 'natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation).
Water Softener
A water softener is not mentioned in the listing; it is a specific feature that would typically be listed if present.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing does not mention solar panels. This is typically a highlighted feature if present, and the energy setup is focused on a gas boiler.
Double Glazing
The description explicitly states 'Bijna geheel vv dubbel glas' (almost entirely double glazing) and the features section lists 'Dubbel glas' under insulation.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) and does not mention triple glazing (HR++ or HR+++).
Wall Insulation
The specific 'Isolatie' (Insulation) field in the features lists 'Dubbel glas, vloerisolatie en voorzetramen' but notably omits wall or roof insulation.
Floor Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation) under the insulation category.
Roof Insulation
The specific 'Isolatie' (Insulation) field lists 'Dubbel glas, vloerisolatie en voorzetramen' but does not list roof insulation.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a 'Cv-ketel' (central heating boiler) which is 'gas gestookt' (gas-fired). This is a traditional gas boiler, not a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery. Given the absence of solar panels and the presence of a gas boiler, a battery is highly unlikely.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing highlights secondary windows ('voorzetramen') installed in front of the original stained glass to improve insulation without losing historical character. It also mentions a new high-efficiency Intergas combi-boiler installed in November 2024.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.