Groot Heiligland 202011 ER HaarlemHeiliglanden

Living in the bustling centre of Haarlem but still in a quiet street? You can! And in a listed building in Groot Heiligland. Once started as a pots and pans shop called “the little shop”, now in use as a fine and comfortable house with two bathrooms, three bedrooms and a fine city garden on the North West, which means sun all day! Step inside a piece of history with this special house in the Heiliglanden neighbourhood. This national monument bears the name “In 't wapen van Schotland”. The story goes that a skipper lived here who sailed between Haarlem and Scotland, his house in Scotland bore the arms of Haarlem and the house in Haarlem has the arms of Scotland. The house is built in characteristic red brick and has a rod division throughout. These details give the house a unique look and maintain its historic charm. Quote from the current residents: "Even though you're in the middle of the city, this neighborhood creates a village-like feeling." You enter through the front door on the right side of the property. The other front door was previously used as the entrance to the shop, and this charming, authentic detail has been preserved. Through the hallway, you walk into the living room where the high ceiling with a mezzanine creates a spacious effect, and you can relax by the fireplace after a long day at work. Upon entering, your attention is immediately drawn to the wall that separates the living room from the dining area. The design gives you the impression of being aboard a 17th-century ship from the Dutch Golden Age, how cool is that! There is a spacious and bright basement that gets natural light through a lightwell and offers plenty of storage space. The toilet has been renovated in an authentic style, featuring classic 'witjes' tiles and a beautiful antique-style sink. From the living room, you move into the dining room, which is equipped with a charming Liebling stove that adds plenty of atmosphere. Through the French doors, you can step into the garden, where you'll find yourself in an oasis of tranquility, completely forgetting you are in the middle of the city. The bright and sunny kitchen is also located at the rear of the house and comes with a large Smeg oven and a 6-burner gas stove, making it perfect for hosting dinners with friends. A steel staircase leads to the first floor, which features the first bedroom at the rear of the house. A mezzanine, where a cozy seating area has been created, leads to the second bedroom at the front, complete with a shower and sink. Heading up to the second floor, you'll find a landing that takes you to the third bedroom. This bedroom boasts ample closet space and an adjoining bathroom. In summary, this home offers charm, history, and modern living comfort! The location is perfect: Nestled amidst Haarlem's rich and picturesque history, living here is simply delightful. Surprisingly quiet, yet the lively city center with its many shops, boutiques, restaurants, museums, theaters, cinemas, and the scenic Spaarne River is just a few minutes' walk away. The Verwey Museum Haarlem is directly across the street, and further along, you'll find the Frans Hals Museum and the charming historic almshouses ('Gasthuis-huisjes'). Diagonally opposite the side entrance in the Ravelingsteeg lies the Brakeboertuin, a unique spot with a playground. Across the road on Groot Heiligland, you'll find the Egelantier Garden. In this fine neighbourhood, the cosy, spontaneous get-togethers still arise and young & old live together convivially. Parking is available (with a permit) nearby, or you can opt for a subscription in De Kamp parking garage. Major highways to Alkmaar, Amsterdam, Schiphol, and The Hague are easily accessible via the Vest. A fast bus connection to Schiphol via the Zuidtangent is just a few minutes’ walk away, and Haarlem’s NS station is about a 5-minute bike ride away. Want to take a relaxing walk in the dunes? They're only a 15-minute bike ride from your doorstep. And with a 25-minute ride, you could be standing on the beach in Bloemendaal. In short, it's a charming, bright, and beautiful historic townhouse located in an oasis of calm in the heart of Haarlem. Good to know: * Wonderfully peaceful living, right in the city center * National monument built in 1750 * Located within a protected cityscape area * Parking via permit (city center zone): €228.72 per year * Authentic details have been preserved * Equipped with a Norwegian "Liebling" stove * NS Station Haarlem: 5 minutes by bike * Grote Markt Haarlem: 5-minute walk * Bloemendaal beach: 25 minutes by bike * Bloemendaal dunes: 15 minutes by bike * For layout and measurements, see floor plans * Delivery in consultation Basement Dry basement with standing height, plenty of storage space, and natural light via a lightwell. Ground floor Entrance hall with wardrobe and electrical panel. Living room with 1604 terracotta tiles, radiators, fireplace, mezzanine, and toilet with an authentic sink. Access to the basement. Dining room with built-in cupboards, Norwegian "Liebling" stove, wall radiator, convector heating, and French doors leading to the backyard. Kitchen with Smeg oven, 6-burner gas stove, large extractor hood, and a fridge-freezer combination. First floor Mezzanine serves as a cozy seating area. Bedroom at the rear of the house with carpet, radiator, and window overlooking the backyard. Mezzanine with built-in cupboards. Second bedroom at the front of the house includes carpet, washing machine and dryer connections, sink, shower, and radiator. Second floor Landing with hatch to the attic space, where the central heating boiler is located. Third (main) bedroom with vinyl flooring and built-in cupboards. Bathroom with terrazzo flooring, bathtub, radiator, floating toilet, washbasin unit with mirror, and a walk-in shower.