Monumental English Country House Villa with Separate Outbuilding and Extensive Gardens in Zeist
Key Features
Upsides
- Exceptionally large plot of 1,975 square meters with a beautifully landscaped southwest-facing garden that offers significant privacy and a tranquil outdoor living environment.
- Separate stone outbuilding of approximately 100 square meters with its own entrance and complete facilities, providing excellent flexibility for use as a home office, practice space, guest accommodation, or housing for adult children.
- Prime central location near Utrecht Science Park with excellent connectivity to Utrecht, major roads, and the center of Zeist, combined with a bus stop and train station just 50 meters away.
- Monumental status as a municipal monument, preserving the architectural heritage and character of this 1926 English country house style property.
- Generous living space of 319 square meters in the main residence plus eight bedrooms total across both buildings, accommodating various family configurations and lifestyle needs.
Downsides
- Energy label D indicates below-average energy efficiency, which may result in higher heating costs and will likely require investment to improve.
- Only partial double glazing throughout the property, meaning many windows are single-glazed, contributing to heat loss and potentially affecting comfort levels.
- The property is described as being located on a busy road, which could result in traffic noise despite the setback provided by the deep front garden.
- The main residence spans six living levels plus a basement, requiring significant stair climbing on a daily basis which may not suit all buyers.
- At €5,313 per square meter for the main residence, the price point is relatively high compared to average market rates in the area.
Description
This impressive monumental villa represents one half of an English country house that was built under architectural supervision around 1926. The property holds the status of a municipal monument, which speaks to its historical and architectural significance within the Zeist area. The total living area of the main residence measures 319 square meters, complemented by a separate multifunctional outbuilding of approximately 100 square meters. The entire estate sits on a generous plot of 1,975 square meters of freehold land, providing an exceptional amount of outdoor space for a property of this nature.
The approach to the villa is via a long driveway that offers ample parking space on the private grounds. The property is set back from the main road by a deep front garden, which creates a sense of seclusion and privacy despite the central location. The main entrance leads into a reception hall that includes a cloakroom and a guest toilet with a washbasin. From this hall, a door opens to a large front room featuring an open fireplace, which adds character and warmth to the space. Through an intermediate room, which can serve as either a dining area or a study, one reaches the extended living room at the rear of the property. This spacious living area benefits from a full-width sliding patio door that provides direct access to the outdoors and fills the room with natural light. A side door leads to an adjoining canopy structure of approximately 85 square meters, as well as to a sunny terrace and the garden beyond.
The basement is located beneath the extended living room and offers standing height throughout, providing valuable additional storage or utility space.
The first floor features a landing that gives access to a spacious and bright master bedroom. Additionally, there is a second large bedroom equipped with a washbasin unit, and this room has access to a large, sunny roof terrace. A modern bathroom on this level is fitted with a shower, toilet, and washbasin.
The second floor comprises a landing leading to a third generously proportioned bedroom. A second complete bathroom on this floor includes a shower, toilet, washbasin, and connection for a bathtub, offering flexibility for future bathroom configuration.
The third floor is accessed via a fixed staircase and contains a fourth bedroom situated under the insulated sloping roof, which features two tilt windows. A storage room is also located on this level.
The separate outbuilding is constructed of stone and is positioned apart from the main residence, ensuring absolute peace and quiet for its occupants. This building is arranged over a split-level layout and has its own private entrance. The ground floor of the outbuilding contains an entrance with a living kitchen, a bathroom with shower, toilet, and washbasin, plus three additional large rooms that can be utilized for various purposes such as an office, study space, or bedrooms. The basement level of the outbuilding includes a hobby room, storage space, a kitchen, a second bathroom with toilet, shower, and washbasin, a bedroom or workroom, and ample storage space. This outbuilding is particularly well suited for use as accommodation for adult children, a home office, a practice space for professionals, or for pursuing hobbies.
The garden surrounding the property is exceptionally large and features a diverse array of trees and plants. The landscaping around the perimeter provides significant privacy, creating a tranquil oasis that also serves as a habitat for various birds and squirrels. The rear terrace and garden face southwest, making them ideal for enjoying sunlight throughout the afternoon and evening during the warmer months.
The location of this property is notably convenient. It is situated in close proximity to the Utrecht Science Park, which makes it attractive for professionals working in the academic or research sectors. The property offers excellent connectivity to the city of Utrecht, various major roads, and the charming center of Zeist with its range of amenities. Public transportation is easily accessible, with a bus stop heading toward Utrecht and the Driebergen-Zeist train station located approximately 50 meters from the property.
In terms of technical specifications, the property has an energy label D, indicating moderate energy efficiency. The windows feature partial double glazing. Heating is provided by a combination of a central heating boiler and the open fireplace in the front room. Hot water is supplied by the central heating boiler. The property includes natural ventilation and a smoke channel. Parking is available on the private grounds in the form of a carport and additional open parking spaces.
The cadastral designation for the property is Zeist N 1537, with the full ownership registered at the land registry. The roof is a gable roof covered with tiles, which is typical for properties of this era and style.
With a total of 13 rooms, including 8 bedrooms spread across the main house and the outbuilding, this property offers substantial accommodation flexibility. The three bathrooms and one separate toilet ensure adequate sanitary facilities for a large family or for scenarios where the outbuilding is used independently. The building spans six living levels plus a basement, which reflects the traditional layout of grand residences from this period.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing mentions 'douche' (shower) multiple times and explicitly states '2 douches' in the features list.
Bathtub
The second bathroom explicitly states it has an 'aansluiting voor een bad' (connection for a bathtub), implying the bathtub itself is not currently installed.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout describes bedrooms and bathrooms being accessed via the landing ('overloop'), with no mention of a bathroom directly attached to a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The ground floor hall contains a 'toilet met fontein' (toilet with fountain/sink), which functions as a guest toilet.
Bidet
A bidet is not mentioned anywhere in the listing text or features.
His And Hers Sinks
The features list mentions '2 wastafelmeubels' (2 sink vanities), which typically means two separate units rather than a single 'his and hers' double sink vanity.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing mentions a rooftop terrace but does not mention any balconies.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a southwest-facing backyard (achtertuin).
Front Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a deep front garden (diepe voortuin).
Side Garden
The features section explicitly lists a side garden (zijtuin).
Terrace
The listing mentions a sunny terrace (zonnig terras) multiple times.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing explicitly mentions a large, sunny roof terrace (dakterras) accessible from the first floor.
Patio
While there is a terrace and a veranda, a patio is not specifically mentioned.
Veranda
The listing mentions an 85 m² canopy/porch (overkapping) adjacent to the living room.
Waterfront
The property is located inland in Zeist; no water features are mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
Zeist is in a flat part of the Netherlands with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is in a wooded area with a deep front garden separating it from the road, obstructing any city views.
Remarkable Garden View
The property features an enormous, beautifully landscaped garden with sliding doors opening directly onto it from the living area.
Remarkable Sea View
Zeist is inland and far from the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbour nearby.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark views are mentioned; the views are primarily of the private garden and wooded surroundings.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is explicitly listed in the features section.
Central Heating
Cv-ketel (central heating boiler) is explicitly mentioned in the features for both heating and hot water.
Fireplace
An open fireplace ('open haard') is explicitly mentioned in the description of the front room on the ground floor.
Home Office
The separate outbuilding is explicitly described as suitable for 'kantoor aan huis' (home office) among other uses.
Private Indoor Pool
No indoor pool is mentioned or implied in the listing.
Private Indoor Sauna
No indoor sauna is mentioned or implied in the listing.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The property is described as an English country house from 1926 with monumental status, which is distinctly different from Scandinavian design style.
Modern
While one bathroom is described as modern, the house itself is a 1926 monumental English country house. The overall style is classic, not modern.
Industrial
No industrial elements are mentioned. The property is a traditional English country house with classic architectural features.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean style elements are described. The property is an English country house in the Netherlands.
Classic
The property is explicitly described as a monumental English country house ('Engels landhuis') built in 1926 with traditional features like a long driveway, fireplace, and classic layout.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The property is described as a monumental half of a detached English country house built in 1926.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed around 1926.
Post War Functional
Built in 1926, this predates post-war construction.
Modernist
The style is explicitly an English country house, not modernist.
Newly Build
The property was built in 1926 and is listed as existing construction (bestaande bouw).
Kitchen
Design Kitchen
No indication of a high-end designer kitchen is provided; the property is a 1926 monument with no kitchen renovation details mentioned.
New Kitchen
The property was built in 1926 and there is no mention of kitchen renovation or a new kitchen being installed.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing explicitly states 'Ruime parkeergelegenheid op eigen terrein' and 'lange oprijlaan met veel parkeergelegenheid op eigen terrein'
Storage Room
Multiple storage spaces mentioned: 'berging' on third floor and 'ruime opslagruimte' in annex basement
Garage
Only a 'Carport' is mentioned, which is not a fully enclosed garage
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, so no automatic garage door
Double Garage
No garage mentioned in the listing
Attic
Third floor has bedroom 'onder de schuine geïsoleerde kap' (under the sloped insulated roof), which is essentially attic space
Cellar
Listing explicitly mentions 'ruime kelders op stahoogte' and lists 'een kelder' in the features
Covered Parking
Carport is listed under garage type, which provides covered parking
Underground Parking
No mention of underground parking in the listing
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No parking spot for rent mentioned in the listing
Parkspot Sale Price
No parking spot for sale mentioned in the listing
Rules
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Volle eigendom' (freehold) under the kadastale gegevens (Eigendomssituatie).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property has 6 living floors plus a cellar with no mention of an elevator in the listing.
Private Entrance
The listing explicitly mentions 'eigen entree' (own entrance) for the separate annex building and the main villa has a long private driveway.
Gated Community
This is a standalone semi-detached villa with its own plot, not part of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The property has 6 living levels with stairs mentioned ('vaste trap naar de derde etage') and no elevator. A 1926 monumental building is highly unlikely to be wheelchair accessible.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
No dedicated laundry room is mentioned in the layout description of either the main house or the annex.
Dryer
No dryer is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Smart Home
No smart home features are mentioned. Given this is a 1926 monumental property, smart home technology is unlikely to be present.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly states 'natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation) as a provision, indicating no mechanical ventilation system is installed.
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned. Water softeners are not common standard features in Dutch homes.
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
The features explicitly state 'Gedeeltelijk dubbel glas' (partially double glazing).
Roof Insulation
The listing mentions a fourth bedroom located under an 'isolated sloping roof' (geïsoleerde kap).
Heat Pump
The heating system is listed as a CV-ketel (boiler) and open hearth, with no mention of a heat pump.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.