Exclusive Penthouse with Panoramic Canal Views and Luxury Rooftop Terrace in Houten
Key Features
Upsides
- Unobstructed panoramic views over the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal, landerijen, and Park Schoneveld due to the fifth floor location.
- Extensive outdoor living space with a 38 m² south-facing roof terrace and an additional 12 m² east-facing balcony.
- High-quality modern features and recent upgrades including a 2021 kitchen, 2021 CV-ketel, and 2022 air conditioning installation.
- Prime location in the popular De Polder neighborhood of Houten, close to Castellum shopping center, the train station, and nature routes.
Downsides
- The monthly service costs (VvE) are relatively high at €379.49.
- There is no private parking or garage included, relying on public parking spaces around the building.
- The asking price of €795,000 results in a high price per square meter of approximately €6,069, which is above average for the area.
- Being located on the fifth floor, despite the presence of a lift, may not be suitable for everyone.
Description
This exclusive penthouse is situated in one of the most desirable locations of Houten, specifically within the popular residential neighborhood known as De Polder. The property offers a phenomenal and unobstructed view over the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal, the surrounding open landerijen, and the scenic Park Schoneveld. Located on the fifth floor, the apartment provides a sense of space and freedom that is rarely found, with a living area of 131 square meters complemented by generous outdoor spaces. The layout and orientation have been designed to maximize the enjoyment of the panoramic views and the natural light that floods the interior throughout the day. The residence is accessible via a representative central entrance on the ground floor, which features an intercom system, mailboxes, a stairwell, and a lift installation. A private storage room is also located on the ground floor. The entrance to the apartment itself is positioned directly next to the lift on the fifth floor, creating an immediate sense of exclusivity and convenience.
Upon entering the penthouse, one is welcomed into a spacious hallway that features a wardrobe area and the meterkast, which is equipped with a glass fiber connection. The flooring in the hallway, living room, kitchen, and utility room consists of beautiful American walnut wood. This specific type of flooring, combined with the stylish panel doors fitted in luxury wooden frames, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere that defines the interior. The hallway provides access to the various rooms in the apartment, including the two bedrooms, the technical room, the toilet room, and the living quarters.
The living room is a true highlight of the home, stretching across the entire width of the apartment and measuring eleven meters wide. This generous dimension allows for a versatile arrangement, easily accommodating a comfortable seating area and a large dining table. There is also the possibility to create a separate workspace or study area within this living zone. Large window sections and sliding doors ensure an abundance of natural light and offer a seamless transition to the outdoor areas. The windows on the exterior are fitted with luxury electrically operable louvers, which contribute to a pleasant indoor climate by controlling light and heat. An air conditioning system, installed in 2022, is present in the living room and provides both cooling and heating capabilities to ensure comfort year round. Radiators in the hallway, living room, kitchen, and master bedroom have been upgraded with luxury radiator casings to enhance the interior aesthetic.
The modern kitchen is adjacent to the living area and is equipped with a Caesarstone countertop. The kitchen appliances are of high quality and were largely renewed in 2021. These include a dishwasher, an induction cooktop with a booster function, an extractor hood, a combi steam oven, a refrigerator, and a sink with luxury faucets. The kitchen offers ample work and storage space, making it both a functional and elegant environment. A separate utility room connects to the kitchen, providing additional space for storage and provisions. Both the living room and the kitchen provide access to the impressive roof terrace, allowing for easy indoor-outdoor living.
The outdoor spaces are a significant asset of this property. The large roof terrace faces south and covers 38 square meters. This terrace is a private oasis where one can enjoy the sun, privacy, and the expansive views over the water and the park in peace. In addition to the roof terrace, there is a second balcony facing east with an area of 12 square meters. This balcony also offers a view of the park and is a lovely spot to catch the morning sun. The outdoor areas are designed for low maintenance and high enjoyment.
The sleeping quarters consist of two generous bedrooms. One bedroom measures approximately 12 square meters, while the master bedroom measures approximately 14 square meters. The master bedroom features a fixed closet wall with sliding doors across its full width, providing excellent storage. Both bedrooms are fitted with electric shutters with remote controls, allowing for precise control of light and privacy. The bathroom exudes luxury and comfort and is equipped with a double shower, a double vanity unit, a design radiator, mirror heating, and built-in ceiling spots. The shower area is separated by a glass wall and includes rain showers, wall showers, and hand showers. A separate, modern toilet room with a wall closet and a fountain is accessible from the hallway.
Technical aspects of the property have been well maintained. The central heating boiler is an Intergas HRe A 36/30, which is a gas fired combi boiler installed in 2021. The apartment also features a mechanical ventilation unit. Interior door frames have been renewed throughout the property, and the panel doors are fitted with invisible hinges. The service costs for the Owners Association are 379.49 euros per month, and the association is reported to be healthy, with a maintenance plan and a reserve fund in place. The complex is fully insulated and holds an energy label A, indicating high energy efficiency.
The location of this penthouse is ideal for those seeking convenience and nature. The complex is within walking and cycling distance of the Castellum shopping center and the NS train station, providing excellent amenities and transport links. The surrounding area offers numerous opportunities for walking and cycling, with a bicycle bridge over the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal leading directly into rural areas. The rural region between the canal and the De Lek river offers extensive recreational possibilities. For motorists, the exit roads to the A27 and A12 highways are easily accessible. Parking is available in abundance on the parking lot surrounding the apartment building. This penthouse is a refined residence suitable for all ages, offering a combination of modern luxury, practical living, and a unique location.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'double shower' in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The description of the bathroom mentions a 'double shower', 'double sink', 'design radiator', etc., but does not mention a bathtub. The 'Features' section also only lists shower-related facilities.
Ensuite Bathroom
The text states there is only one bathroom, which is located off the main hallway, not directly connected to a specific bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly mentions a separate 'toiletruimte' (toilet room) in the hallway.
Heated Towel Rail
The listing mentions a 'designradiator' in the bathroom. While this is highly likely to be a heated towel rail, the text doesn't explicitly state its function as such.
Bidet
The detailed description of the bathroom makes no mention of a bidet.
Rain Shower
The description of the shower explicitly includes 'regendouches' (rain showers).
Double Shower
The listing explicitly states the bathroom has a 'dubbele douche' (double shower).
Shared Shower
The single bathroom is located off the main hallway and is not ensuite, making it a shared facility for the apartment's residents.
Shared Toilet
The single toilet is located in a separate room off the main hallway, making it a shared facility.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing explicitly states the bathroom has a 'dubbele wastafel' (double sink).
Bathroom Heated Floor
The listing provides a detailed list of bathroom features, including 'mirror heating', but does not mention 'vloerverwarming' (underfloor heating).
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions an extra balcony of 12 m² facing east.
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment on the 5th floor and has no rear garden.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment on the 5th floor and has no front garden.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment on the 5th floor and has no side garden.
Terrace
The property is a penthouse on the 5th floor; it does not have a ground-level terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing describes a 'riant dakterras' (large roof terrace) of 38 m².
Barbecue Area
No specific barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
The property is an apartment on the 5th floor.
Patio
No patio is mentioned; the outdoor spaces are a roof terrace and a balcony.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
There is no mention of a guest house or separate accommodation.
Waterfront
The listing mentions a 'vrij uitzicht over het Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal' (free view over the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal) and is categorized as 'Aan water' (at water).
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Houten, Netherlands, which is a flat landscape with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The view is described as being over a canal, fields, and a park, rather than a city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing highlights views over 'Park Schoneveld' and 'landerijen' (fields), providing a green, garden-like view.
Remarkable Sea View
Houten is an inland location.
Remarkable Harbour View
The property overlooks a canal (Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal), not a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are cited in the view description.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing states: 'De airconditioning, die zowel kan koelen als verwarmen' and in the features 'Airconditioning woonkamer geplaatst in 2022'.
Central Heating
The listing mentions a 'CV-ketel (Intergas HRe A 36/30)' and 'radiatoren' in various rooms.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the detailed description or the list of features.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifies: 'De gang, woonkamer, keuken en bijkeuken zijn afgewerkt met een fraaie Amerikaans notenhouten vloer.'
Laminate Flooring
The listing explicitly describes 'Amerikaans notenhouten vloer' (solid wood/engineered wood), not laminate.
Carpeted Floors
No carpeted floors are mentioned; the listing emphasizes wood floors.
Underfloor Heating
The heating system is described using 'radiatoren' (radiators), including luxury radiator casings. Underfloor heating is not mentioned.
Walk In Closet
One bedroom has a 'vaste kastenwand met schuifdeuren' (fixed closet wall with sliding doors), which is a built-in wardrobe, not necessarily a walk-in closet.
Home Office
The listing states there is a 'possibility to realize an extra work or study room' in the living space, implying it is not currently a dedicated, separate home office.
Skylight
The listing mentions 'veel raampartijen' (many window sections) and 'schuifpuien' (sliding doors), but no skylights are described.
Exposed Beams
There is no mention of exposed beams; the ceilings are described as having 'inbouwspots' (built-in spots) in the bathroom, suggesting a finished ceiling.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned; the living room has large window fronts and sliding doors.
Private Indoor Pool
This is an apartment; a private indoor pool is not present.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is listed in the features or description.
Built-In Wardrobes
The listing explicitly states: 'Eén slaapkamer beschikt over een vaste kastenwand met schuifdeuren over de volle breedte.'
French Doors
The listing describes access to the terrace via 'schuifpuien' (sliding patio doors), not French doors (which are typically hinged).
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork is described; the style is modern.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
While the apartment is described as light and open, which are common Scandinavian traits, the specific materials (American walnut wood floors) and the explicit description as a 'modern penthouse' with luxury finishes lean away from the typical minimalist, pale-wood Scandinavian aesthetic.
Modern
The listing explicitly describes the property as a 'modern penthouse'. It features a modern kitchen with appliances renewed in 2021, electric blinds, built-in spots, air conditioning, and an open character.
Industrial
There are no descriptions of industrial elements such as exposed concrete, brick, or metal pipes. The interior is described as having a warm and luxurious atmosphere with wood floors and panel doors.
Mediterranean
The property is located in Houten, Netherlands, and while it has a terrace, the interior style (walnut floors, modern kitchen) and description of views (canal, polder) do not suggest a Mediterranean architectural style.
Classic
Although the apartment is modern, it incorporates classic elements like 'stijlvolle paneeldeuren' (stylish panel doors) and American walnut wood floors. However, the overall design is predominantly modern.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building is a modern penthouse built in 2004.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 2004.
Post War Functional
Built in 2004, it is much later than the typical post-war functionalist period (1950s-1970s).
Modernist
The apartment is described as modern and luxurious with high-end finishes, fitting a modern aesthetic, though constructed in 2004.
Newly Build
The building is from 2004 and listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing building), though the interior has recent updates (2021/2022).
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vaatwasser (2021)' (dishwasher from 2021) in the kitchen section.
Oven
The listing explicitly mentions a 'combi-stoomoven (2021)' (combi steam oven from 2021) in the kitchen section.
Refrigerator
The listing mentions a 'koelkast' (refrigerator) in the list of kitchen appliances.
Open Plan Kitchen
The text mentions an 'open karakter' (open character) of the apartment and describes the living room stretching the full width. While not explicitly stating 'open plan kitchen', the context suggests an open flow between living and kitchen areas.
Pantry
The listing explicitly mentions a 'bijkeuken' (utility/pantry room) adjacent to the kitchen.
Stove
The listing mentions an 'inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop).
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly states 'inductiekookplaat met boosterfunctie (2021)'.
Build In Coffee Maker
There is no mention of a built-in coffee maker in the detailed list of appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
The text mentions 'spoelbak met luxe kranen' (sink with luxury taps), which could imply high-end fixtures, but it does not explicitly name a boiling water tap (like Quooker).
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions an 'afzuigkap' (extractor hood), which typically implies a traditional hood rather than a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private penthouse apartment, so the kitchen is not shared.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'modern' with a 'Caesarstone aanrechtblad', 'luxe kranen', and new (2021) appliances, indicating a high-end design.
New Kitchen
The kitchen appliances were renewed in 2021, and the kitchen is described as modern. While the exact installation date of the cupboards isn't given, the 2021 update suggests it is relatively new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing states there is 'ruim voldoende parkeergelegenheid' (ample parking) on the terrain around the building and lists 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking).
Storage Room
The listing mentions an external storage space of 9 m² ('Externe bergruimte') and access to a storage room ('berging') on the ground floor.
Garage
No garage is mentioned; parking is described as on the terrain around the building.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
There is no garage.
Attic
The property is a penthouse on the 5th floor; no attic is mentioned.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the description or features.
Covered Parking
The listing mentions parking on the terrain around the building ('parkeerterrein') and public parking, but no covered parking or parking garage.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned; the property is an apartment.
Shed
While there is a storage room ('berging'), there is no garden shed ('schuur') typical for ground-level homes.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Vereniging van Eigenaren' (VvE) and monthly service costs.
Leasehold
The listing states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (Full ownership), indicating it is not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist in the features section confirms 'Inschrijving KvK' is 'Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist in the features section confirms 'Jaarlijkse vergadering' is 'Ja'.
Oa Fees
The VvE checklist confirms 'Periodieke bijdrage' is 'Ja', with a fee of € 379,49 per month.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist in the features section confirms 'Reservefonds aanwezig' is 'Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist in the features section confirms 'Onderhoudsplan' is 'Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist in the features section confirms 'Opstalverzekering' is 'Ja'.
Open Viewing
No specific dates or times for open viewings are listed in the text.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions a 'liftinstallatie' (lift installation) in the central entrance and states access to the penthouse is via the lift.
Intercom
The description lists an 'intercominstallatie' in the central entrance hall.
Private Entrance
The property is an apartment in a complex with a 'centrale entree' (central entrance) on the ground floor, shared by residents.
Gated Community
The apartment is located in a 'woonwijk' (residential area) with public parking around the building, not a gated enclosure.
Wheelchair Accessible
There is a lift providing access to the 5th floor, but the listing does not confirm specific accessibility features like ramps or adapted bathrooms inside the apartment.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing states there is an 'opstelplaats voor de wasapparatuur' (space for laundry equipment), indicating the appliances are not included.
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly mentions an 'opstelplaats voor de wasapparatuur' (installation space for laundry appliances), which implies connections are present.
Laundry Room
The description mentions both a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) and a specific 'was-/technische ruimte' (laundry/technical room).
Dryer
Only a space for appliances ('opstelplaats') is mentioned, not the inclusion of a specific dryer.
High Speed Internet
The listing mentions the 'meterkast voorzien van glasvezelaansluiting' (meter cupboard equipped with fiber optic connection).
Fibre Internet
The listing explicitly mentions a 'glasvezelaansluiting' (fiber optic connection).
Smart Home
While the apartment has electric blinds and shutters, there is no mention of a centralized smart home system or app-controlled automation.
Ventilation System
The features list includes 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation), and the text mentions a 'mechanische ventilatie-unit'.
Cable Tv
The 'Voorzieningen' (amenities) list includes 'TV kabel'.
Water Softener
There is no mention of a water softener in the property description or feature list.
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
The property was built in 2004 and has an Energy Label A. While not explicitly named 'double glazing', full insulation and an A-label for a property of this age strongly imply the presence of double glazing or better.
Wall Insulation
The feature list explicitly states 'Isolatie: Volledig geïsoleerd' (Fully insulated), which includes wall insulation.
Floor Insulation
The feature list explicitly states 'Isolatie: Volledig geïsoleerd' (Fully insulated), which includes floor insulation.
Roof Insulation
The feature list explicitly states 'Isolatie: Volledig geïsoleerd' (Fully insulated). As a penthouse with a flat roof, roof insulation is necessary to meet the Energy Label A criteria.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a 'CV-ketel Intergas HRe A 36/30 (gas gestookt combiketel)' (gas-fired combi boiler) installed in 2021. There is no mention of a heat pump.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features a high-efficiency gas combi boiler (Intergas HRe A 36/30) installed in 2021. It is fully insulated (walls, floor, and roof) and holds an Energy Label A. Additionally, it has electrically operated exterior blinds (lamellen) and shutters (rolluiken) to manage solar heat and improve thermal efficiency.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.