Unique Waterfront Living on the Vecht with Private Mooring

Zandpad 37 is a charming residential property located in the Bethunepolder-zuid area of Maarssen, situated directly along the Vecht river. This nearly detached home was originally built in 1910 and offers a unique combination of waterfront living, spacious grounds, and versatile indoor spaces. The property is listed at a price of 895,000 euros costs to buyer.

The location along the Vecht is one of the most distinctive features of this property. Residents have access to a private strip of land directly at the water's edge, complete with a mooring facility suitable for a boat up to six meters in length. On pleasant days, it is possible to set off directly from the private dock to explore the scenic Vecht villages or head towards the nearby lakes. The property benefits from a free and open position with unobstructed views over the river at the front and expansive green views over meadows and farmland at the rear.

The surrounding area offers a peaceful and rural character while remaining conveniently connected to urban amenities. Both Maarssen and Breukelen are within easy cycling distance, providing a wide range of shops, schools, restaurants, and sports facilities. The A2 motorway is located nearby for efficient travel by car, and Maarssen railway station is accessible by bicycle or bus. The natural environment invites various outdoor activities including walking, cycling, sailing, stand-up paddleboarding, and swimming.

The ground floor of the property has been thoughtfully arranged to accommodate single-level living. The formal entrance is located at the center of the front facade, though in practice residents typically use the side entrance. This side entrance leads into a welcoming hallway with a coat area and a luxurious toilet room. From the hallway, one enters the living kitchen, which is a bright and pleasant space with ample room for a dining table. The kitchen is well-equipped with various built-in appliances including an induction cooktop, extractor hood, microwave, convection oven, refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher. The kitchen provides abundant storage in drawers and generous work surface area.

The living kitchen connects openly to the main living room. Large windows in the living room provide beautiful views over the Vecht and the green surroundings. A robust wood-burning fireplace adds atmosphere and provides pleasant warmth on cooler days. On the other side of the original entrance, there is a second sitting room that can serve as a workspace or hobby room. This room also offers attractive views over the water. Between this second room and the kitchen, a bedroom has been created, which is currently used as a home office. This arrangement makes ground-floor living a practical option. Adjacent to this bedroom is a luxury bathroom featuring a large walk-in shower and a vanity unit with storage space. The intermediate hallway also contains the laundry room and access to the substantial garage.

The first floor contains two spacious bedrooms. The larger bedroom features a balcony and extensive built-in closet space. Through a dormer window at the front, this room offers views over the Vecht. The second bedroom also has built-in storage and provides access to the attic storage space. Both rooms feel generous in size due to the high mansard roof characteristic of homes from this period. At the rear, residents enjoy wide views over greenery and fields. A bathroom vanity unit is installed on the landing of this floor.

The attic is accessible from the first floor and provides useful storage space for items that are best kept out of sight.

The garage is particularly large, measuring approximately 75 square meters, and offers numerous possibilities. Multiple vehicles can be parked inside, or the space can serve as a workshop, hobby area, storage, or even a home practice. The garage has double doors at the front and a pedestrian door at the rear leading to the garden. The roof of the garage is equipped with ten solar panels.

The outdoor spaces are arranged on two sides of the property. At the front, there are unobstructed views over the Vecht and parking is available on the private grounds. Across the road lies the private strip of land with the mooring facility.

The back garden covers an area of 165 square meters, measuring 18.60 meters in depth and 10.23 meters in width. The garden faces south, making it a pleasant spot throughout the day. The garden offers good privacy, a large terrace, lawn, established planting, and beautiful wide views over the surrounding countryside.

In terms of technical specifications, the property has an energy label C. Insulation measures include roof insulation, double glazing, and floor insulation. Heating and hot water are provided by a Remeha gas-fired combination boiler from 2011, which is owned by the current residents. The total living area measures 132 square meters, with an additional 75 square meters of other indoor space. The building contains 801 cubic meters of volume. The cadastral registration shows two parcels: one of 535 square meters and one of 20 square meters, both in full ownership.

The property is classified as a detached single-family home of existing construction with a composite roof covered with bituminous roofing material, other materials, and tiles. The garage is described as an attached brick garage that is partly integrated into the main building, with a capacity for three vehicles. The garage has electricity and running water but no cavity wall insulation.

This property at Zandpad 37 presents a rare opportunity to live in a character home from the 1910s directly along one of the most attractive waterways in the Netherlands, with the added benefit of a private boat dock and a versatile garage space.