Westerstijfselmakerspad 17-B1511 BA OostzaanKerkbuurt

Unique living on the water, in the middle of nature and close to Amsterdam Do you dream of living on the water, surrounded by peace and nature, but want to keep Amsterdam within reach? Then meet houseboat ‘Ilze Maria’: a special, light houseboat in a unique spot on the Westerstijfselmakerspad in Oostzaan, in the middle of the beautiful Oostzanerveld. Here you live detached, find peace, and are directly on the water with a wide view over the characteristic peat meadow landscape. No traffic in front of the door, but meadows and the sound of birds and nature. And all of that approximately 15 car minutes from Amsterdam. LIVING WHERE EVERY DAY FEELS A BIT LIKE A VACATION The houseboat has a spacious, enclosed garden that offers plenty of privacy. On the water side there is a delightful terrace where you can enjoy the sun and the unobstructed view. From your own jetty you can step right into the boat, canoe, or SUP. The water is connected to various navigation routes in the area, making a trip towards Amsterdam one of the possibilities. In the summer you enjoy long evenings on the water and in the winter, as soon as the ice permits, you can put on your skates right from home. The location is also special for nature lovers. Right opposite the Westerstijfselmakerspad lies the entrance to recreation area Het Twiske, where you can endlessly walk, cycle, run, swim, and enjoy recreation. LIGHT, VIEW AND PLENTY OF POSSIBILITIES Inside, the large amount of daylight immediately catches the eye. The living room offers a beautiful view over the water and the surrounding meadows. The semi-detached storage shed of approximately 14 m² + floor has daylight and electricity & therefore offers extra possibilities, for example as a home workplace, studio, or hobby room. WOULD YOU LIKE TO LIVE LARGER IN THE FUTURE? There are possibilities for that too. Designs are available for a new houseboat with two residential floors and a roof terrace, with which this special location can be utilized even better. Realization is naturally subject to the necessary permissions and permits. LAYOUT Ground floor: Entrance, toilet, and a very light living room with a beautiful unobstructed view and access to the spacious terrace on the water. In the living room there is a connection available for a wood stove. The semi-open corner kitchen is equipped with an oven, gas cooktop, extractor hood, sink, and dishwasher. Via the open staircase you reach the first floor. First floor: Landing and two bedrooms with views over the peat meadow area. One of the bedrooms features an adjacent side room that can ideally be used as a workplace, baby room, spacious walk-in closet, or compact third bedroom. The central heating setup is also located on this floor. The bathroom is equipped with a bathtub with shower and a washbasin. GARDEN The spacious and green garden on the land side offers plenty of privacy and is a wonderful place to enjoy the outdoors. With seating areas and lots of greenery, the garden feels like your own oasis of peace. A fine place to relax. LOCATION The property is situated in a special spot in characteristic Oostzaan, right next to the beautiful recreation area Het Twiske. Here you enjoy peace, space, and nature, while all daily amenities are surprisingly close by. Schools, shops, sports facilities, and recreational opportunities are at a very short distance. Accessibility is also excellent: Amsterdam, Zaandam, and the main highways are quickly reachable by car, bicycle, boat, and public transport. DETAILS: Unique location on the water, in the middle of the Oostzanerveld; Unobstructed and wide view over the peat meadow area; Approximately 15 car minutes from Amsterdam; Car-free living environment; Free public parking spot a few minutes' walk away; Spacious plot of private land; Usable area approximately 64 m², measurement report available; On the waterfront side, a few window frames are in need of maintenance; The mooring fee currently still amounts to a symbolic amount; Negotiations are currently ongoing between the neighborhood association and HHNK regarding the mooring fee; Semi-detached storage/shed of approximately 14 m² + floor with electricity and daylight; Private large terrace and jetty directly on navigable water; Possibility to dock a private boat; Plenty of natural light; Central heating; Connected to gas and sewerage; Concrete hull, year of construction 1965; Flat roof replaced in 2015; Right of superficies (building right) on a piece of land of approximately 10 m²; Possibilities for expansion; Design available for a houseboat with two residential floors and roof terrace; Deed of sale in accordance with Ringmodel Amsterdam; Financing options for a houseboat through specialized financiers, among others; Acceptance in consultation. A place like this is not easily found: Waking up with a view over the meadows, your own boat in front of the door, plenty of nature around you AND Amsterdam a short distance away. Curious about how special living on the ‘Ilze Maria’ really is? Do come take a look and experience the peace, space, and freedom of this unique spot on the water for yourself.