Spacious Double Upper House with Tower and Private Roof Terrace in Haarlem

This double upper house is located on Westerhoutstraat in the Bosch en Vaart neighborhood of Haarlem. The property is situated in a protected cityscape area and dates from before 1906, featuring numerous original architectural elements characteristic of the 1900 construction period. The house has a total living area of 173 square meters, with a floor area of 258 square meters and a volume of 573 cubic meters.

The property underwent a comprehensive renovation in the year 2000, which included the replacement of piping, new flooring, stucco work, and the installation of a central heating system. Despite this renovation, the original character of the building has been carefully preserved. The interior features panel doors, ornamental stucco ceilings, and original Art Deco and Jugendstil tile work that reflect the architectural style of the period.

The ceilings throughout the property are notably high, measuring approximately 3.70 meters in general and reaching 3.85 meters on the first floor. This height contributes to a sense of spaciousness and allows for abundant natural light. The house is partly fitted with double glazing, and according to the municipality of Haarlem, the foundation consists of masonry rather than wooden posts.

The ground floor level provides access to the property through an entrance vestibule where original wall tiles have been preserved. This space serves as the transition from the street to the private living areas above.

The first floor comprises a spacious landing with a toilet. At the front of this floor, there is a room that can serve as either a workspace or a bedroom. The main living area on this floor consists of an open living and dining kitchen featuring numerous windows that provide excellent natural light. The kitchen is equipped with a Belgian hard stone floor and a matching Belgian hard stone countertop, along with various built-in appliances. Double doors from the kitchen lead to the living room, which measures 9.74 by 4.26 meters. This living room benefits from good light exposure and has French doors opening to a south-facing balcony. The entire first floor features the impressive ceiling height of 3.85 meters.

The second floor is accessed via a broad landing that includes a second toilet. The bathroom on this floor is equipped with a freestanding bathtub, a separate walk-in shower, and a double vanity unit. Also located on this floor is a distinctive tower room and a storage area. The rear of this floor contains a spacious bedroom with a wooden floor, built-in wardrobes, and new Van Staal harmonica doors that open to a private terrace. This terrace offers views over the deep courtyard gardens at the rear of the property. At the front of the second floor, there are two additional spacious and bright rooms. A fixed staircase leads from this floor to the roof terrace above.

The third floor consists of a roof structure that has been prepared for an outdoor kitchen, with both water and electricity connections already in place. The roof terrace itself measures 55 square meters, with dimensions of 8.00 meters in depth and 6.90 meters in width. The terrace is enclosed by a wood and glass fence and faces southwest, ensuring good sun exposure throughout the day. From this elevated position, there are wide views over the surrounding area, and the terrace offers complete privacy.

In total, the property contains eight rooms, of which four are designated as bedrooms. There is one bathroom and two separate toilets. The building-related outdoor space totals 68 square meters, which includes the main roof terrace and the balcony.

The property has an energy label of E. The heating is provided by a Vaillant HR gas-fired central heating boiler that was installed in 2022 and is owned by the current owner. Hot water is supplied through a combination of the central heating boiler and an electric boiler. The property has floor insulation and is equipped with both mechanical and natural ventilation systems. A TV cable connection is available.

The location offers several practical advantages. Free parking is available in the immediate vicinity. The property is situated around the corner from the Haarlemmerhout, which is a city park in Haarlem. The Bosch en Vaart neighborhood is a residential area, and the property itself is located on a quiet street.

The property is offered at a price of 1,050,000 euros, with the buyer responsible for the associated transfer costs. This translates to approximately 6,069 euros per square meter of living space. The property is available for delivery by mutual agreement. The cadastral designation is HAARLEM S 2283, and the property is held in full ownership. There is no homeowners association (VvE) associated with this property, as indicated by the negative responses to all VvE-related checklist items.

The roof covering consists of a composite roof with bituminous roofing material. The property is classified as an existing building of the apartment type, specifically an upper apartment or bovenwoning. Given its location within a protected cityscape, the exterior appearance of the building is subject to certain regulations regarding modifications.