Zuideinde 51541 CA Koog aan de ZaanOud Koog

The charm of historic Oud-Koog comes together in this characterful detached townhouse on the Zuideinde. The property stands on a generous plot and breathes the atmosphere of the early twentieth century, with authentic details and traditional brickwork that have been carefully preserved. At the same time, the house has been well maintained over the years and adapted to meet modern living standards. On the private grounds there are three parking spaces, and behind the partially brick boundary wall lies a beautifully landscaped, private south-facing garden. The spacious attached shed forms the rear boundary of the plot and offers a range of possibilities. The house is located on the Zuideinde, a characteristic street running parallel to the river Zaan and known for its historic buildings and central location. From here both Zaandam and the surrounding Zaan villages are easily accessible. The connection to the A8 motorway is a short distance away and via the A10 ring road you can reach Amsterdam in approximately 15 minutes. Public transport is also convenient: Koog aan de Zaan railway station is within walking distance and offers a fast connection to both Amsterdam and Alkmaar. In the immediate vicinity there are various shops, schools and sports facilities. The lively centre of Zaandam, with restaurants, a theatre, cinema and a wide range of shops, is within cycling distance. For those seeking tranquillity, the nearby polders and the banks of the Zaan provide beautiful landscapes with characteristic windmills. Layout: Ground floor: The entrance to the house is reached via the front garden. The hallway is finished with terracotta floor tiles and wooden panelling and provides access to the meter cupboard, the toilet and the staircase to the first floor. The impressive staircase with carved woodwork and decorative balusters forms a striking feature. The semi-open kitchen is located at the rear of the house and is arranged in a practical corner layout with a granite worktop and various built-in appliances. Adjacent is the utility room with connections for a washing machine and dryer, as well as the central heating installation. The living room is spacious and full of character, with wooden floorboards running parallel to the ceiling beams. At the front there is a bay window with stained glass, allowing plenty of natural light to enter. In the centre of the living room there is a fireplace mantel with a flue, making it possible to install an open fireplace. At the rear of the living room is the dining area with a second bay window and double French doors opening onto the sunny rear garden. First floor: The landing with an open void allows for pleasant natural light and provides access to three bedrooms and the bathroom. The main bedroom at the front consists of two combined rooms and features built-in wardrobes on both sides. From this room there is access to the balcony above the bay window at the front. The second bedroom features a dormer window and a built-in wardrobe. In the third bedroom at the rear, a door provides access to the flat roof, where a roof terrace could potentially be realised. The modern bathroom is equipped with a shower cabin, a washbasin unit with a marble top, a second toilet and a towel radiator. Garden: The garden is south-facing, attractively landscaped and offers a high degree of privacy, with a generous sun terrace. At the rear of the garden there is a spacious wooden shed with a brick rear wall. Characteristics: • living area approx. 126 m², volume approx. 478 m³ • plot size 239 m², situated on freehold land • heating and hot water via central heating boiler (Intergas, 2018) • characterful detached townhouse with authentic details • foundation monitored by measuring bolts, positive report available • beautifully landscaped south-facing rear garden with plenty of privacy • three private parking spaces on the property • spacious shed of approx. 33 m² with various possibilities • conveniently located near the railway station, main roads and amenities • transfer of ownership to be discussed.