Characterful 1920s Terraced Home with Five Bedrooms in Historic Culemborg Center
Key Features
Upsides
- The property is located in the historic center of Culemborg, offering immediate proximity to shops, restaurants, the train station, and the river De Lek.
- The house features a spacious layout with five bedrooms spread over four floors, including a large attic room with a fixed staircase and Velux window.
- Energy efficiency is relatively good for a building from 1920, featuring energy label C, roof insulation, HR++ glass, and a hybrid heat pump system.
Downsides
- The backyard is located on the north or east, which means there is limited direct sunlight in the garden compared to south or west facing gardens.
- Parking is managed via public parking and parking permits, which can be less convenient than having a private driveway.
- The listing mentions the heating and hot water systems with a date of 2025, which might imply that these installations are pending or part of a future agreement rather than fully operational current assets.
Description
This characteristic terraced house is located in the heart of Culemborg, specifically within the vibrant and historic center of the city. The property offers a surprising amount of space and combines a practical layout with the authentic atmosphere and character expected of a home built in 1920. With a living area of 129 square meters and an additional 14 square meters of internal space on the third floor, the residence provides ample room for comfortable living. The total volume of the house is 556 cubic meters, situated on a plot of 141 square meters. The home features five bedrooms, a deep backyard, and a detached stone storage shed, making it a suitable option for families or individuals who desire a central location with outdoor amenities.
The location on Zandstraat is ideal for those who appreciate living centrally. Residents can walk directly into the pleasant city center, which offers a wide range of shops, restaurants, terraces, and supermarkets. Additionally, the property is conveniently situated near the NS train station, schools, and various sports facilities. For those who enjoy nature, the floodplains of the River De Lek are also within a short distance. This position allows residents to combine the liveliness of the city center with the comfort of a private home and a pleasant outdoor space.
Upon entering the property on the ground floor, one finds the entrance hall which houses the meter cupboard. From the hall, there is access to the living room. The living room features a pleasant layout and provides enough space for a cozy sitting area and a separate dining area. The floor is finished with a beautiful solid wood floor, contributing to the warm atmosphere of the home. At the rear of the ground floor is the closed kitchen, which provides access to the garden. The toilet is also located on this floor. The kitchen is equipped in a neat rural style and includes a ceramic sink, an extractor hood, and a large stove from the brand Boretti. This stove features an induction cooktop and a large oven. A dishwasher is also integrated into the kitchen. The worktop is finished with a granite counter, adding a durable and stylish element to the space.
The first floor of the house is accessible via a staircase leading to a landing. This landing provides access to two bedrooms and the bathroom. Both bedrooms on this level are versatile and can be used as sleeping quarters, a workspace, or a hobby room. The bathroom is fitted with a bathtub, a separate shower, a sink, and a toilet. From the bedroom located at the garden side, residents have a view of a beautiful sedum roof, adding a touch of greenery to the outlook.
The second floor houses another landing which grants access to two additional bedrooms. This level also offers a considerable amount of space, providing practical usage options for the residents. The surprising amount of room available on these floors enhances the functionality of the home.
The third floor is accessible via a fixed staircase, a feature that adds to the convenience of the layout. This space has recently been used as a bedroom and study room. Additionally, this floor offers extra storage space. A large Velux roof window is present, ensuring extra light enters the room, which makes the space feel open and inviting.
Moving to the exterior, the backyard is situated at the rear of the property. The garden is beautifully green and neatly landscaped with a depth of approximately 12.5 meters. A natural stone terrace is present, providing a solid surface for outdoor furniture. Due to the orientation on the north or east, this is a pleasant place to sit outside, allowing residents to enjoy both the sun and the shade throughout different parts of the day. At the back of the garden stands a detached stone shed of approximately 14 square meters. A practical back entrance is available, leading to the Oosterwal.
In terms of technical specifications and energy efficiency, the property has an energy label C. The roof is insulated, and the windows are fitted with HR++ glass to minimize heat loss. Heating is provided by a hybrid heat pump, which is noted for the year 2025, indicating a modern or planned installation. Hot water is generated via a central heating boiler, also noted for 2025. These features contribute to the sustainability and comfort of the home.
The property is offered with an acceptance in consultation, providing flexibility for the moving process. The asking price is 585000 euros, costs to be paid by the buyer. This listing presents a unique opportunity to acquire a spacious character home in a prime central location in Culemborg, offering both historical charm and modern practicalities.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'douche' (shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom
The description states the bathroom is accessible via the 'overloop' (landing), serving multiple bedrooms, rather than being directly attached to a single bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions '1 apart toilet' (separate toilet) on the ground floor.
Bidet
A bidet is not listed among the sanitary facilities (shower, bath, toilet, sink), and it is rare in this type of Dutch home.
Double Shower
There is no mention of a double shower; typical for this house layout to have a standard shower.
Shared Shower
The shower is located in the bathroom on the landing, which is shared by the bedrooms on that floor.
Shared Toilet
The toilet located in the bathroom on the landing is shared by the bedrooms.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'wastafel' (singular), indicating a single sink rather than double sinks.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing describes a terrace in the garden and skylights, but makes no mention of a balcony attached to the building.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a 'diepe achtertuin' (deep backyard) measuring 50 m².
Front Garden
The property is a terraced house ('tussenwoning') in a city center street ('Zandstraat'). No front garden is mentioned, which is typical for this type of property in this location.
Side Garden
The property is a terraced house ('tussenwoning'), which typically shares walls with neighbors and does not have a side garden.
Terrace
The listing states: 'De tuin heeft een natuurstenen terras.' (The garden has a natural stone terrace).
Rooftop Terrace
The third floor has a large Velux window but there is no mention of access to a rooftop terrace.
Fenced Yard
The property has a 'achterom' (back entrance) and is in a row of houses, implying the garden is enclosed, likely by a fence or hedge, though not explicitly described.
Patio
The 'natuurstenen terras' (natural stone terrace) in the backyard serves as a patio.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned. The property has a terrace and a shed.
Guest House
The outbuilding is described as a 'vrijstaande stenen berging' (detached stone shed) used for storage, not as a guest house.
Waterfront
The listing mentions proximity to the 'uiterwaarden van rivier De Lek' (floodplains of the Lek river), but the house itself is in the city center, not directly on the water.
Equestrian Facilities
This is a city center terraced house with no land for equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is a residential city center property with no space for livestock.
Private Outdoor Pool
There is no mention of a pool, and the garden size (50 m²) and location make it highly unlikely.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
The plot is only 141 m², making a tennis court impossible.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is in Culemborg, Netherlands, which is flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
While located in the city center, the views described are of a green roof ('sedumdak') and the immediate surroundings, not a panoramic or remarkable city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
The garden is described as 'mooi groen' (beautifully green) and 'verzorgd' (maintained), offering a pleasant view from the back, though 'remarkable' might be subjective.
Remarkable Sea View
Culemborg is an inland city.
Remarkable Harbour View
The property is not located near a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark view is mentioned in the description.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing does not mention air conditioning. Given the age of the property and local climate standards, it is unlikely to be present, but not explicitly excluded.
Central Heating
The description states 'Verwarming via een hybride warmtepomp' (Heating via a hybrid heat pump).
Fireplace
Not mentioned in the features or description. While the atmosphere is described as cozy, there is no reference to a fireplace.
Hardwood Floors
The text explicitly states: 'Op de vloer ligt een mooie massief houten vloer' (On the floor lies a beautiful solid wood floor).
Tiled Floors
Not mentioned in the text. Likely present in kitchen or bath, but cannot be confirmed.
Laminate Flooring
The listing specifically highlights 'massief houten vloer' (solid wood) in the living room, which usually distinguishes it from laminate, though other floors are unspecified.
Carpeted Floors
Not mentioned in the text.
Underfloor Heating
Not mentioned in the text.
Walk In Closet
Not mentioned in the text.
Home Office
The listing mentions bedrooms are suitable as 'werk- of hobbykamer' (work or hobby room) and the 3rd floor was used as a 'slaap/studeerkamer' (sleep/study room).
Skylight
The text explicitly mentions 'groot Velux kantelraam' (large Velux skylight) on the 3rd floor.
Exposed Beams
Not mentioned in the text.
Bay Window
Not mentioned in the text.
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of a pool, and it is not feasible in this type of terraced property.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of a sauna.
Built-In Wardrobes
Not mentioned in the text.
French Doors
The text mentions access to the garden but does not specify the type of door.
Ornamental Plasterwork
Not mentioned in the text.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The property is described as characteristic, historic (1920), and has a rural style kitchen, which contrasts with the typical minimalist Scandinavian aesthetic.
Modern
Although it has modern amenities like a hybrid heat pump, the house is a 1920s terraced home with a focus on character and atmosphere rather than modern architecture.
Industrial
The listing describes a cozy, historical home with wood floors and a rural kitchen, lacking the raw materials and open spaces typical of industrial design.
Mediterranean
The property is a historical Dutch home with a northeast-facing garden, featuring no specific Mediterranean architectural elements or decor.
Classic
Built in 1920, located in the historic center, and explicitly described as 'karakteristiek' (characteristic) with solid wood floors and a traditional layout.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The property is from 1920, described as 'karakteristiek' (characteristic), and located in the 'historisch centrum' (historic center).
Early 20th Century
The construction year is explicitly listed as 1920.
Post War Functional
Built in 1920, this is a pre-war building.
Modernist
The style is described as traditional/characteristic ('sfeer en karakter'), not modernist.
Newly Build
The building dates back to 1920.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vaatwasmachine' (dishwasher) in the equipment list for the kitchen.
Oven
The listing states the stove includes a 'grote oven' (large oven).
Microwave
The description specifies a 'grote oven' (large oven) but does not mention a microwave or combi-microwave. Given the specific listing of other appliances, it is likely not present or not a separate feature.
Kitchen Island
The listing describes the kitchen as a 'dichte keuken' (closed kitchen), which typically precludes an open-plan island layout.
Open Plan Kitchen
The text explicitly states 'Aan de achterzijde bevindt zich de dichte keuken' (At the rear is the closed kitchen), confirming it is not open-plan.
Stove
The listing mentions a 'groot fornuis van het merk Boretti' (large stove of the brand Boretti).
Induction Stove
The Boretti stove is explicitly described as having an 'inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop).
Build In Coffee Maker
A built-in coffee maker is not listed among the kitchen amenities. In a listing that specifies a premium brand like Boretti, such a feature would likely be mentioned if present.
Boiling Water Tap
The listing mentions a 'keramieken spoelbak' (ceramic sink) but does not mention a boiling water tap (e.g., Quooker). Its absence in the description suggests it is not a feature.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing specifies an 'afzuigkap' (standard extractor hood), which suggests a downdraft extractor is not installed.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a 'tussenwoning' (townhouse) for single-family use ('eengezinswoning'), implying a private kitchen.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen features high-end elements like a Boretti stove, granite worktops, and a built-in setup. However, it is described as 'landelijk' (rural/country style), which may not fit the strict modern definition of a design kitchen for all evaluators.
New Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'keurige' (neat) and has premium appliances, but no renovation year is provided. The house dates from 1920, so the kitchen is unlikely to be brand new unless recently renovated, which is not stated.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing explicitly states 'Openbaar parkeren en parkeervergunningen' (public parking and parking permits).
Storage Room
Listing mentions 'extra bergruimte' on the 3rd floor and 14 m² of external storage space (berging).
Garage
No mention of a garage. The freestanding stone building is described as a 'berging' (storage shed), not a garage.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists on the property.
Attic
The 3rd floor of this 1920 house has a Velux skylight and was used as bedroom/study. It's described as '3e verdieping' rather than 'zolder', but in a 1920 townhouse this top floor would typically be converted attic space.
Cellar
No mention of a cellar (kelder) anywhere in the listing.
Covered Parking
No mention of covered parking facilities.
Underground Parking
No mention of underground parking.
Ev Charging
No mention of EV charging facilities in the listing.
Workshop
No mention of a workshop. The shed is only described as 'berging' (storage).
Shed
Listing explicitly mentions 'vrijstaande stenen berging van circa 14 m²' (freestanding stone shed of approximately 14 m²).
Street Parking Permit
Listing explicitly mentions 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as available parking option.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No price mentioned for parking spot rental in the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
No price mentioned for parking spot sale in the listing.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a terraced house ('tussenwoning') with 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership) and a single cadastral plot. No mention of a VvE (Owners Association) in the features or legal details.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (Full ownership).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Oa Annual Meeting
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Oa Fees
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Oa Reserve Fund
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Oa Maintenance Plan
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Oa Buildings Insurance
There is no Owners Association for this property.
Open Viewing
The listing text does not contain any dates or times for open house viewings.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a 1920 terraced house with 4 floors; no elevator is mentioned and it is highly unlikely to exist in this type of construction.
Private Entrance
The listing describes a single-family terraced house ('tussenwoning'), which inherently includes a private street-level entrance.
Automatic Gate
Parking is described as public/permit-based ('Openbaar parkeren en parkeervergunningen'), indicating no private driveway or gate.
Gated Community
The property is located in the city center of Culemborg with public access and public parking, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house spans 4 floors without an elevator, making full accessibility impossible despite ground floor access.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
The detailed layout describes the ground floor (living/kitchen), 1st floor (bedrooms/bathroom), 2nd floor (bedrooms), and 3rd floor (attic/storage), with no mention of a separate laundry room or utility space.
High Speed Internet
The features section explicitly lists 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), which provides high-speed internet.
Fibre Internet
The listing explicitly states 'glasvezelkabel' under the amenities (Voorzieningen).
Ventilation System
The features specifically list 'natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation), which typically refers to passive vents or windows rather than a mechanical ventilation system.
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'HR++ glas', which is a standard type of double glazing.
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly mentions 'Dakisolatie' (roof insulation) in the general section.
Heat Pump
The description states 'Verwarming via een hybride warmtepomp (2025)'.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.