Key Features
Description
Located in the desirable De Bilt West neighborhood, this semi-detached family home at Waterweg 6 offers a blend of historical character and modern comfort. Built in 1921, the property has been thoughtfully updated over the years while preserving its original architectural details. The residence spans 139 square meters of living space across three floors, situated on a 258 square meter plot that includes both front and rear gardens.
The ground floor welcomes visitors through a charming entrance featuring an original granite floor in the vestibule. From the hallway, access is provided to a toilet, a cellar staircase closet, the staircase to the upper floors, and the main living areas. The front of the ground floor contains a dining room distinguished by a characteristic bay window that allows ample natural light to enter. The high ceilings throughout this level contribute to a sense of spaciousness.
Connected to the dining area is the sitting room, which serves as the central living space of the home. This room features doors that open directly to the rear garden, creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. The sitting room flows into the modern kitchen located at the rear of the property. The kitchen has been fitted with a clean finish and includes various built-in appliances. Large windows in the kitchen provide views of the green garden behind the house.
Adjacent to the kitchen is a utility room that houses connections for laundry appliances and offers access to the outdoors. The ground floor successfully combines contemporary finishes with the authentic atmosphere that defines this residence.
The first floor contains three well-proportioned bedrooms accessible via a spacious landing. One of these bedrooms currently functions as a walk-in closet or storage room, offering flexibility for future owners. The modern bathroom on this level is generously sized and equipped with a bathtub, a walk-in shower, a toilet, and a double vanity unit.
The second floor has been expanded and improved with the installation of six Velux skylights in 2021, significantly enhancing the natural light in this space. This level houses the fourth bedroom, which features custom-built wardrobe space and benefits from air conditioning for climate control during warmer months. The room receives excellent light through the large skylights and could serve as a master bedroom, a home office, or a teenager's bedroom.
The rear garden measures 117 square meters with dimensions of approximately 16 meters in depth and 7.29 meters in width. The garden is oriented to the southeast, which allows for afternoon and evening sun exposure. At the far end of the garden stands a garden room or chalet structure that was installed in 2022. This outdoor living space includes glass sliding walls and a fireplace, making it usable throughout the year. The garden room is connected to a storage area. The front garden has also been maintained and contributes to the attractive street appearance of the property.
The property has undergone several notable improvements in recent years. Floor insulation was added in 2015, and the exterior was professionally painted in 2019. The kitchen was renewed and the second floor was expanded with skylights in 2021. Twelve solar panels were installed in 2022, and the garden room with adjacent storage was added the same year along with a redesigned rear garden. In 2023, the canopy at the utility room was replaced, and the side wall was treated with impregnation in 2024.
Additional features include wall, floor, and roof insulation along with double glazing throughout the property. A private electric vehicle charging point has been installed. The heating system consists of an Intergas Kombikompakt HR36.30 CW5 combination boiler from 2016, which provides both heating and hot water. Fiber optic internet connectivity is available.
The location in De Bilt offers a residential setting with numerous characterful and stylish homes in the vicinity. Daily amenities are conveniently close, with shops within 400 meters and primary schools approximately 500 meters away. A bus stop at Hessenweg is about 250 meters from the property. Natural surroundings are accessible with forest areas around 500 meters distant.
For commuters, Bilthoven station is approximately 3.5 to 4 kilometers away, while Utrecht Central Station is about 6 kilometers from the home. Highway connections to the A27 and A28 are both roughly 1.6 kilometers distant. Cycling to central Utrecht or the Slotlaan in Zeist takes approximately 15 minutes according to the listing information.
The municipality of De Bilt provides seven primary schools and three secondary schools within its boundaries. Parking at the property is available through public on-street parking. The transfer will take place by mutual agreement, with a preferred date of August 1, 2026. The property is offered at 875,000 euros with buyer's costs applicable.