Characterful semi-detached home with spacious hobby shed in Westzaan

Located on the Veldweg in Westzaan, within the Westzanerpolder area, this semi-detached home has stood for 111 years at the edge of this charming village. The property offers approximately 80 square meters of living space situated on a plot of 167 square meters. The asking price is set at 375,000 euros, costs to be paid by the buyer.

The section of Veldweg where this property is situated is characterized by the green dike located across the road at the front. This dike historically served to protect the Westzaan polder from the waters of the IJ, which until approximately 150 years ago had an open connection to the Zuiderzee. This historical context adds a layer of significance to the location that residents can appreciate.

The property has been in the same family since around 1970. It was transferred from father to son in 1996, and the current owner purchased the home from his parents in 2007. The family has always enjoyed living here, but now the time has come to sell as they pursue an adventure abroad.

The ground floor layout begins with a hall containing the meter cupboard and providing access to the living room. The living room benefits from pleasant natural light thanks to double windows featuring the mullioned division characteristic of the building period. A beamed ceiling contributes to the authentic atmosphere of the space.

At the rear of the ground floor, the open kitchen is separated from the living room by a convivial breakfast bar. The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, a separate gas stove, a combination oven, and a freezer. Through an intermediate door in the kitchen, one reaches a hallway containing a double closet, one of which houses the central heating installation. Also accessible from this hallway is the bathroom, which is fitted with a washbasin, a bathtub, and a toilet.

The upper floor currently contains two bedrooms, though these were originally configured as four separate sleeping quarters. The bedroom at the rear features a full-width dormer window and offers generous dimensions as it was previously two rooms. The front bedroom is similarly sized and contains two distinct areas separated by an archway, having also originally been divided into two spaces. Both bedrooms could reasonably be split again, allowing for the creation of three or four bedrooms depending on the preferences of the new owner.

A loft ladder provides access to the attic space, which currently serves as storage area.

The outdoor spaces include both a front and back garden. The back garden faces west-southwest and can be reached either through the kitchen or via the alley at the side. A notable feature of the back garden is the substantial shed or hobby room measuring 21 square meters, constructed around 2020. This outbuilding is equipped with a wood-burning stove for warmth and has French doors. It presents various possibilities, whether used for DIY projects, storage, or potentially converted into a practice room or home office. The front garden contains an additional storage structure used primarily for bicycle parking.

In terms of practical amenities, the centre of Zaandam and its railway station are just eight minutes away by bicycle. Amsterdam can be reached by car in approximately fifteen minutes, while cycling to Amsterdam via the ferry crossing is also described as a viable and active option. Sloterdijk is eight kilometers distant, the Dam square is twelve kilometers away, and the Zuidas business district lies sixteen kilometers from the property. Roads leading towards Beverwijk, Haarlem, and the coast are readily accessible. For daily groceries, a Dekamarkt supermarket is located nearby. Sports facilities including football and tennis fields are in the immediate vicinity, as is a primary school that is currently being rebuilt. A daycare facility is also available in the neighborhood.

The property benefits from a position that is described as quiet yet central. One particular advantage noted is that there are no direct neighbors at either the front or the rear of the property.

Technical specifications include nearly complete double glazing, with only one bedroom window still having single glazing. The energy label is rated E. A Nefit HR combination boiler was installed in April 2024 and is included in the sale. A foundation measurement report is available, indicating very minimal settlement of between 0.2 millimeters and 2 millimeters over the past eight years, which suggests the foundation is in stable condition.

The total volume of the property is approximately 268 cubic meters. External storage space totals 29 square meters. The property is being offered with full ownership (volle eigendom) and delivery dates are to be agreed upon. Parking is available both on the property itself and on the public road.

This home presents an opportunity for buyers seeking a property with character in a location that combines rural tranquility with good accessibility to urban centers and daily amenities. The flexible bedroom configuration and the additional outbuilding space offer potential for customization according to individual needs and preferences.