Woonboerderij for sale in Almen, The Netherlands | Scheggertdijk 84 7218 NP

Tradition meets state-of-the-art design - Luxurious, fully modernized waterfront farmhouse gives you space

The white facades and the large thatched roof are the first things one sees when driving in from the Laren side. A classic beauty it is, number 84, located just about at the head of the dike. The gate opens automatically and under the tires the gravel path crunches as you drive up the generous driveway here. A place that captures the imagination, that inspires. This is reflected in the phenomenal interior, because inside the home surprises with contemporary and innovative design.

Getting it right
This large farmhouse was built in 1926 and underwent a major transformation over the past century, from a place of diligent labor to a luxurious home that is an oasis of tranquility. It has a substantial living area of some 365 sq. ft. and sits on a plot of more than 8,400 sq. ft. There are four spacious bedrooms, a spacious study, a gym with spa and three bathrooms.

The farmhouse was transformed in 2009 and 2013 by the current residents into a delightful family home: state-of-the-art design in a picturesque setting. Everything is in balance and through the color palette, the distinct design and the particularly high-quality use of materials, a serene but simultaneously homely ambiance has been created. In terms of sustainability, the house also underwent a major upgrade, so that it now has an energy label C.

As modern as the house is inside, the garden is lovely and picturesque. Like a true green paradise, with large lawns, an orchard and beautiful terraces. Need a breath of fresh air? At the back of the garden the bank of the Twente Canal can be reached by a small bridge.

Almen
Almen is a cute little town under the smoke of Zutphen. It looks as if it was conceived by a poet, with winding paths and roads, an ancient church, a village school, stately avenues of trees and bulbous ash trees, a church path, a store, a tennis court and a swimming pool for fun on hot days. And all in the gurgling embrace of the Berkel that meanders around Almen.

You live here ten minutes from the bustling Hanseatic city of Zutphen, and right between cozy towns such as Gorssel, Laren, Vorden and Lochem, each of which has a variety of stores and facilities. In 25 minutes you are on the A1, which then brings you to the Randstad in 45 minutes.

First floor
Entrance at the front of the house, in the hall. On the floor a beautiful parquet floor. The walls are plastered and freshly whitewashed.

Immediately to the right is the delightful kitchen diner, a jewel and immediately the warm heart of this house; modern and sleek, with anthracite-colored fronts, ditto composite countertops and in terms of built-in appliances really everything a kitchen prince or princess could wish for: on the stove, on the cooking island, there are four gas burners, two wok burners and a plancha (Gaggenau). There are two hot-air ovens (Siemens), a large refrigerator-freezer in stainless steel (Samsung) and a dishwasher (Miele). The countertop offers plenty of workspace, two sinks and a boiling water faucet (Quooker). To the rear is a lovely dining area that generously provides space for a large dining table. The glazed doors open to the garden.

Adjacent from the main hall and kitchen access to the pantry/second entrance; a sea of light, due to the white cast floor, walls and ceilings. Here are located the wardrobe, pantry with sink and connections for washer and dryer.

From the entrance to the left is a double work space, separated by a soundproof wall, with a storage room to the rear.

The former part is now a spacious living space (70 m²). On the south side, both the visible part of the roof and the walls are filled with glass, so the space is bathed in natural light. On the floor is a light cast floor, which works perfectly with the underfloor heating. The eye-catcher in the room is the fireplace behind glass, which with one button ensures that a pleasant fire burns.

At the front of the house on the left, the gym and wellness; a beautiful bathroom with double showers, sink and Finnish sauna (6-person)

Upper floor
From the central hall the stairs to the floor, in the form of a large void surrounded by the landing. On the floor walnut-colored parquet; easy to maintain and robust.

To the left three spacious bedrooms and a bathroom with two sinks, a bathtub and a spacious walk-in shower. The toilet is in a separate room.

To the right is the master bedroom (50 m²), with a spacious walk-in closet and a beautiful bathroom with bathtub, WC, 2 sinks and walk-in shower. On both sides lots of extra storage space.

Outside space
A beautiful garden is laid out around the house, bordered by a hedge. The driveway is playfully flanked by rhododendrons and at the end of it is an open shed with space for two cars. Throughout the garden are several mature trees. At the rear of the garden is a sitting area set up, where you have a magnificent view of your yard.

The sunshine is ideal; the backyard faces perfectly south. Behind the house, accessible from the living room, kitchen and utility room, the lovely sun terrace. Under the canopy is a lounge area furnished with a loam stove.
The meadow between the Twente Canal and the garden is planted with young fruit trees.

In short
In the quiet surroundings around Almen is a lovely place to be. Are you curious about this stately farmhouse with its modern heart? Then we would like to take you for a viewing.

General:
Year built: 1926 and from 2009 completely renovated and modernized
Maintenance: Very well maintained
Insulation: Roof and attic insulation, floor insulation, facade insulation and fully insulating glazing.
Heating: By means of Nefit Topline HR45 (2015)
Location: At the rear directly adjacent to the banks of the Twente Canal
Outbuildings: A classic, masonry-built “schöppe” (115 m²), a double carport (43 m²) and an open (23 m²) haystack
Extra: Ample opportunity on site

Contents: 1,455 m³
Living space: 365 m²
External storage space: 182 m²
Parcel area: 8,415 m²
Energy label: Energy class C
Acceptance: In consultation

This house has a technical inspection and an energy label.