Family Home with West-Facing Garden and Lake Access in Reeuwijk
Key Features
Upsides
- West-facing backyard that receives afternoon and evening sunlight, ideal for outdoor enjoyment during the warmer months.
- Direct water connection to the Reeuwijkse Plassen from the rear of the garden, offering boating enthusiasts the possibility of a mooring spot and easy access to the lakes.
- Recently renovated bathroom from 2024 with modern fixtures including a bathtub, shower, and vanity unit.
- Four bedrooms spread across two upper floors, providing flexible living arrangements for families with children or those needing a home office space.
- Family-friendly location with a playground visible from the front of the house and proximity to schools, shops, and recreational areas like the Reeuwijkse Hout.
Downsides
- Energy label D indicates below-average energy efficiency, which may result in higher energy costs and will likely require insulation improvements in the future.
- Only partial double glazing on the ground floor suggests the upper floors have single glazing, contributing to heat loss and lower comfort levels.
- The central heating boiler is from 2009, making it 15 years old and approaching the end of its typical lifespan, which may require replacement soon.
- No dedicated parking space or garage, with only public on-street parking available in the area.
- The house was built in 1960, and while some updates have been made, older properties of this era often require ongoing maintenance and may have hidden issues common to homes of that period.
Description
This family home is located on Van Goghstraat in the village of Reeuwijk and presents itself with a modern and bright appearance. The property was built in 1960 and has been maintained over the years, with notable recent updates including a renovated bathroom in 2024 and exterior painting completed in 2023. The house has a total living area of 113 square meters spread across three full living floors, with an additional attic space accessible via a pull-down ladder for storage purposes.
The ground floor layout begins with an extended entrance hall that houses the meter cabinet, the staircase to the upper floors, a practical understairs cupboard, and a separate toilet room. From the hall, you enter the living room which is designed to be spacious and light, benefiting from large windows on both the front and back of the property that allow sunlight to pass through the entire depth of the room. This through-light effect creates an open and airy atmosphere in the main living area.
Situated at the rear of the ground floor is the kitchen, arranged in an L-shaped configuration. The kitchen has a direct connection to the garden through an exterior door, making it convenient for outdoor dining or simply transitioning between indoor and outdoor living spaces. The placement of the kitchen at the back allows the main living area to remain undisturbed by kitchen activities.
The first floor can be reached via a fixed staircase and features a landing that provides access to two bedrooms, the bathroom, and a second separate toilet. Both bedrooms on this level are of good size and can accommodate standard bedroom furniture comfortably. The bathroom was completely modernized in 2024 and is equipped with a bathtub, a shower, and a vanity unit with washbasin. The finishes and fixtures in the bathroom reflect current standards and provide a contemporary feel to this part of the home.
The second floor is also accessible via a fixed staircase and contains two additional bedrooms. One of these bedrooms, located at the front of the property, includes a built-in closet that offers extra storage space. The landing on this floor has been arranged to accommodate laundry appliances and houses the central heating boiler, which is an Intergas combi-boiler installed in 2009. This floor essentially functions as the children's or guest wing of the house, providing separation from the main sleeping quarters on the first floor.
Above the second floor, a storage attic can be reached via a pull-down ladder. This space is suitable for storing seasonal items, luggage, and other belongings that are not needed on a daily basis.
The outdoor space consists of a backyard facing west, which means it receives sunlight during the afternoon and evening hours. Directly adjacent to the house, there is room for a terrace or patio area. At the rear of the garden stands a detached wooden storage shed, and next to it is a canopy structure that provides sheltered outdoor seating. A notable feature of the property is the rear access that provides a connection to the Reeuwijkse Plassen, offering the possibility of having a boat mooring and direct access to the waterways.
The property has an energy label D, which indicates a moderate level of energy efficiency. The ground floor has partial double glazing, while the upper floors likely have single glazing based on the information provided. The heating system consists of the aforementioned Intergas combi-boiler from 2009 that provides both central heating and hot water.
The location of this property is characterized by its family-friendly surroundings. A swing playground is visible from the front of the house, and additional playground facilities are located nearby. The neighborhood offers proximity to shops, schools, sports facilities, and various public amenities. The Reeuwijkse Plassen and the Reeuwijkse Hout recreational area are within cycling distance, providing opportunities for water sports, walking, and nature activities. Parking is available on public roads in the immediate vicinity of the property.
The total plot area measures 142 square meters, and the volume of the house is 401 cubic meters. The external storage space of 11 square meters is accounted for by the detached wooden shed in the garden. The property is a terraced house, also known as a tussenwoning, meaning it is attached to neighboring properties on both sides. The roof is a gable roof covered with tiles, which is typical for Dutch homes of this era.
The asking price for this property is 450,000 euros, with the buyer responsible for the transfer costs and any applicable taxes. The property is currently available, and the acceptance terms are to be discussed with the selling agent. The cadastral designation is REEUWIJK B 2338, and the property is held in full ownership.
All measurements and surface areas mentioned in the listing are indicative and have been determined using the NEN 2580 measurement instruction. This standard is intended to provide a more uniform method of measuring to give an indication of the usable surface area, though it does not completely eliminate differences in measurement outcomes due to interpretation differences, rounding, or limitations during the measurement process.
The listing information has been compiled with due care, though no liability is accepted for any incompleteness, inaccuracies, or otherwise, nor for the consequences thereof. The NVM conditions apply to this transaction.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'douche' in the modern bathroom on the first floor.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ligbad' in the modern bathroom on the first floor.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is located on the first floor landing, accessible from the hallway, not directly from a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The property features a 'separate toiletruimte' on the ground floor and a separate toilet on the first floor.
Bidet
No bidet is listed among the bathroom provisions.
Shared Shower
The bathroom is situated on the landing and serves the two bedrooms on the first floor.
Shared Toilet
The toilet on the first floor is separate from the bathroom and located on the landing.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing describes a row house (tussenwoning) with a garden and an 'overkapping' (canopy/veranda), but makes no mention of a balcony attached to the upper floors.
Rear Garden
The description explicitly states 'een achtertuin op het westen' (a backyard on the west) and lists 'Achtertuin' in the features section.
Front Garden
The features section explicitly lists 'Achtertuin en voortuin' (Backyard and front garden).
Side Garden
The property is a 'tussenwoning' (terraced/row house), which typically does not have a side garden due to adjoining walls. The listing only mentions front and back gardens.
Terrace
The description states: 'Direct achter de woning is ruimte voor een terras' (Directly behind the house is space for a terrace).
Rooftop Terrace
The listing describes a standard 3-story house with a 'zadeldak' (hipped roof). There is no mention of a roof terrace.
Patio
The mention of a 'terrace' space and an 'overkapping' (canopy) typically implies a paved patio area.
Veranda
The text mentions a 'ruime berging met daarnaast een overkapping'. In Dutch real estate, 'overkapping' usually refers to a veranda, canopy, or pergola structure.
Guest House
The listing mentions a 'vrijstaande houten berging' (freestanding wooden shed), which is for storage, not habitation. No guest house is present.
Kitchen Garden
The listing describes a garden with a terrace and shed. A 'kitchen garden' (vegetable/herb garden) is not mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No mention of stables, paddocks, or horse facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
No mention of chickens or other small livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
There is no mention of a swimming pool.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
There is no mention of a jacuzzi or hot tub.
Private Tennis Court
There is no mention of a tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Reeuwijk, Netherlands, a polder area that is completely flat. No mountain views are possible.
Remarkable City View
The property is in a residential street ('Van Goghstraat') with a view of a 'schommelspeeltuin' (playground). It is not in a high-density urban area with skyline views.
Remarkable Garden View
The property has its own garden, but 'remarkable garden view' implies looking out over a significant, landscaped estate or park, which is not the case here.
Remarkable Sea View
Reeuwijk is an inland municipality. Sea views are impossible.
Remarkable Harbour View
While there is a water connection to lakes, there is no harbour view.
Remarkable Landmark View
The view is described as being of a playground. No landmarks are mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned in the listing. In the Netherlands, it is rare in standard family homes and is typically highlighted as a feature if present.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states 'Verwarming middels CV Ketel' (Heating via CV boiler).
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description or the list of features.
Tiled Floors
Tiled floors are standard in bathrooms and kitchens in Dutch homes, and a modern kitchen/bathroom is present.
Carpeted Floors
Carpet is not mentioned and the 'modern appearance' suggests hard flooring, though it cannot be ruled out entirely for the bedrooms.
Walk In Closet
The listing mentions a 'built-in closet' (inbouwkast), but not a walk-in closet.
Home Office
There are 4 bedrooms which could be used as an office, but no dedicated home office space or features are described.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned; the house has a standard dormer or window layout implied by the floor description.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned, which is unlikely for a 1960s row house.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned; windows are described as large sections ('grote raampartijen').
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of a pool, and it is not feasible in this type of property.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the listing.
Built-In Wardrobes
The text explicitly mentions 'inbouwkast' (built-in closet) on the second floor.
French Doors
The text mentions 'een deur naar buiten' (a door to the outside), singular, which typically implies a standard single door rather than French doors.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork is mentioned, which is inconsistent with the modernized description of a 1960s home.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The description mentions a 'modern and light appearance', which aligns with Scandinavian style, but lacks specific material details like light wood.
Modern
The listing explicitly describes the house as having a 'modern appearance' and a 'modern bathroom' installed in 2024.
Industrial
There is no mention of industrial elements such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, or open spaces.
Mediterranean
No features typical of Mediterranean style (e.g., terracotta, warm colors, arches) are described.
Classic
While built in 1960, the interior is described as modernized with no specific classic or period details retained.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The house was built in 1960. While traditional in the sense of being a standard row house, it is not 'historic' (pre-20th century) or of a distinct historic architectural style like a canal house.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1960, this is outside the early 20th century (1900-1940) period.
Post War Functional
Built in 1960, this is a typical post-war 'Wederopbouw' (reconstruction) house. These were built functionally and en masse to address housing shortages.
Modernist
Although the interior has a 'modern' look due to renovations (2024 bathroom), the structural style is a standard 1960s functional row house, not an architectural 'Modernist' movement style (like the Amsterdam School or Nieuwe Bouwen).
Newly Build
The listing explicitly states 'Bouwjaar 1960'. It is an existing building, not newly built.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The description explicitly states the kitchen has an 'L-vormige opstelling' (L-shaped setup), which typically precludes a central island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The description refers to a 'separate keuken' (separate kitchen) located at the rear of the house, suggesting it is a distinct room rather than an open-plan layout with the living room.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a single-family home ('eengezinswoning'), so the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as part of a house with a 'modern and light appearance', but no specific designer brands or high-end finishes are mentioned. It has a standard L-shape.
New Kitchen
The listing explicitly mentions a 'modern bathroom (2024)' but makes no such claim about the kitchen. Given the house was built in 1960 and other items (boiler) date to 2009, the kitchen is likely not new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly states 'Voldoende parkeergelegenheid in de directe omgeving' and 'Soort parkeergelegenheid Openbaar parkeren'.
Storage Room
The listing mentions a 'praktische trapkast' (stair closet) on the ground floor, 'extra bergruimte' (storage space) on the second floor, and a 'bergzolder' (storage attic) accessible via a loft ladder.
Garage
There is no mention of a garage. The outdoor storage consists of a 'vrijstaande houten berging' (detached wooden shed), which is distinct from a garage.
Automatic Garage Door
Since there is no garage, there is no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
Since there is no garage, it is not a double garage.
Attic
The listing mentions '3 woonlagen en een vliering' and a 'Zolder' accessible via a 'vlizotrap', confirming the presence of an attic.
Cellar
There is no mention of a cellar ('kelder') in the description or features list.
Bike Storage
The property has a detached wooden shed ('vrijstaande houten berging') which typically serves as bike storage, though a specific indoor bike storage room is not detailed.
Covered Parking
There is a 'overkapping' (canopy) in the garden, but the listing specifies 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking) for cars, with no mention of a carport or covered parking for vehicles.
Underground Parking
This is a single-family home ('tussenwoning') from 1960, not an apartment complex with underground parking.
Ev Charging
There is no mention of an electric vehicle charging station or 'laadpaal' in the features.
Workshop
The shed is described as a 'berging' (storage shed), not explicitly as a workshop.
Shed
The listing explicitly features a 'Schuur/berging Vrijstaande houten berging' (Detached wooden shed).
Street Parking Permit
There is no mention of a permit system ('vergunningenstelsel') required for parking.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No rental parking spot is offered or mentioned in the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
No parking spot is available for purchase separately.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a detached-style family home (tussenwoning) with full ownership (Volle eigendom), and there is no mention of an Owners Association (VvE).
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (Full ownership), meaning it is freehold and not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Oa Annual Meeting
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Oa Fees
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Oa Reserve Fund
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Oa Maintenance Plan
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Oa Buildings Insurance
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a terraced house (tussenwoning) built in 1960 spanning 3 floors with a fixed staircase and a loft ladder to the attic. No elevator is mentioned or structurally implied for this type of home.
Intercom
The property is a single-family home with a private entrance. There is no mention of an intercom system, which is atypical for this housing type unless specifically installed.
Alarm System
The listing does not mention an alarm system. While it may be present internally, it is not advertised as a feature.
Security Cameras
The listing does not mention security cameras. Their presence cannot be determined from the text.
Private Entrance
The property is described as an 'eengezinswoning' (single-family home) with a 'uitgebouwde entree' (extended entrance) on the ground floor, confirming a private entrance.
Automatic Gate
The property is a terraced house in a residential street with public parking mentioned ('Openbaar parkeren'). There is no mention of a driveway or gate.
Video Door Phone
The listing does not mention a video door phone.
Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectors are legally required in Dutch homes, but the listing description does not explicitly mention them.
Security Door Window Hardware
The listing mentions partial double glazing but does not specify any security hardware (e.g., extra locks, security bars).
Gated Community
The house is located on a public street (Van Goghstraat) with public parking, not in a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has multiple floors accessible only by a fixed staircase and a loft ladder. There are no mentions of ramps, elevators, or adapted bathrooms. The 1960s construction style and layout suggest limited accessibility.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions 'space for laundry appliances' on the second floor landing, which implies a washing machine is not currently present or included in the sale.
Laundry Room
The layout specifies that the space for laundry appliances is located on the landing (overloop) of the second floor, rather than in a separate dedicated room.
Dryer
Similar to the washing machine, the listing indicates space for appliances but does not state that a dryer is present or included.
Smart Home
There is no mention of smart home features, home automation, or smart thermostats in the description.
Water Softener
A water softener is a specific feature that is not listed; in standard listings, such equipment would be explicitly mentioned if present.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Solar panels are not mentioned in the description or feature list. Given the Energy Label D and the absence of renewable energy mentions, they are likely not present.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Gedeeltelijk dubbel glas (beneden verdieping)' in the details.
Triple Glazing
Triple glazing is not mentioned. The house has partial double glazing, and triple glazing would typically be highlighted as a premium feature.
Heat Pump
The heating system is explicitly listed as a 'CV Ketel (Intergas, 2009)'. No heat pump is mentioned.
Home Battery
A home battery is not mentioned. It is unlikely to be present without solar panels.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing confirms the presence of partial double glazing on the ground floor and a relatively modern (2009) CV boiler.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.