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Eye-catcherRoyaal herenhuis met 27 m. diepe achtertuin in de Burgemeesterswijk
Open House
- Friday, May 8 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Description
FRIDAY, MAY 8 (UPCOMING) FROM 2:00 PM TO 3:00 PM – DIGITAL OPEN HOUSE VIA INSTAGRAM LIVE
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Would you prefer to view this beautiful home in person? Of course, that’s also possible! You can contact us to schedule an appointment for a viewing.
“Living on Cronesteinkade, one of those beautiful hidden spots in Leiden”
Cronesteinkade is one of the quieter, more elegant areas of Leiden. No hustle and bustle here—just a streetscape that radiates calm. 1930s architecture with character, mature trees, and open sightlines. The kind of street where people tend to stay for a long time—which is certainly the case for number 26. A home that has been lovingly lived in, but now calls for a great deal of care, vision, and new residents who can restore every room to its former glory.
This characterful townhouse from 1938, with over 150 m² of living space (excluding the attic), sits on a remarkably spacious 273 m² plot in a location where everything just feels right. At the front, you enjoy unobstructed views of greenery and authentic buildings. Inside, you can still see the outlines of what it once was—and what it can become again. High ceilings, a classic layout, and deep sightlines toward the garden, where a surprisingly large green oasis awaits with mature planting and exceptional depth rarely found in the city. This is not a move-in-ready home. This is a home for someone who wants to create.
The entrance, beyond the front garden, offers a warm welcome. A long hallway with a staircase to the first floor, original panel doors, a terrazzo floor hidden beneath the current flooring, and a layout typical of its era. You can see that this home has been lived in as it was for many years and is now ready for a new chapter. The ground floor consists of an elongated living room with a fireplace, a separate kitchen, a toilet with washbasin, and a practical storage cupboard under the stairs. At the rear, the living room opens directly onto the garden through French doors. Here, the potential becomes immediately clear: abundant daylight, greenery close by, and a peaceful, sheltered terrace.
The living space is deep and linear, with a classic layout and a natural flow between the sitting area at the front and the dining area at the rear—exactly as these homes were originally designed and still perfectly suited to modern living. At the front is the sitting room with views of greenery and the characteristic street. Toward the rear, the space opens into the dining area with different light conditions and an even stronger connection to the outdoors. The current finishes are simple and dated, but the foundation is strong, offering endless possibilities. A renovation could introduce an en-suite layout or an extension with an open-plan kitchen and island, transforming the space into a spacious, modern kitchen-living area.
The backyard is, without exaggeration, one of the strongest features of this home. Deep—exceptionally deep. What begins as a standard garden with a terrace and shed unfolds into a green, park-like space with varied levels and surprising corners. There is room for multiple terraces, a children’s play area, a vegetable garden, or a sleek landscaped design. At the back, there is ample space for a large garden house, studio, or home office. The rear access makes it practical and easily reachable. With thoughtful design, this can become a truly remarkable outdoor space—an extension of the home itself.
On the first floor, the pleasant layout continues with multiple rooms, each with its own dimensions and light. The front room is perhaps the most beautiful, featuring a bay window with wide views over greenery and characteristic buildings. There is a built-in closet and a sink. The smaller adjacent room with sliding door is ideal as a nursery or walk-in closet. At the rear is another spacious room with a balcony overlooking the deep garden—quiet, green, and private. The bathroom is functional but dated and can be redesigned into a comfortable modern space.
The top floor is equally impressive. What might seem like a typical attic turns out to be another surprising living level, with no fewer than four bedrooms under the roof. Combined with the first floor, this brings the total to seven bedrooms—ideal for large families, an au pair, or working from home. The rooms feature sloping ceilings, dormer windows, built-in storage, sinks, and beautiful views at both the front and rear. With smart redesign and possibly additional dormers, this floor can be transformed into bright, comfortable living spaces. A storage loft is accessible via a ladder, offering extra storage or the potential to open up the roof structure for added spaciousness.
Cronesteinkade is located in a distinctive part of Leiden known for its 1930s architecture, wide streets, and mature greenery. It is calm but not silent, lively but never crowded—the perfect balance for comfortable city living. The area is popular with families due to its proximity to good schools, childcare, and sports facilities. Shops are nearby, and the city center—with its canals, museums, theaters, and restaurants—is just a short bike ride away. At the same time, major roads provide quick access to The Hague, Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Schiphol Airport.
What you get:
Approx. 150 m² of living space, expandable to around 180 m²
Spacious 273 m² plot (rare for this location)
Unobstructed views of greenery and water at the front
Located on the sought-after Cronesteinkade in Leiden
Characterful 1930s home (built in 1938)
Authentic features such as high ceilings, panel doors, tiled wainscoting, and classic layout
Seven bedrooms across the first and second floors
Storage loft
Exceptionally deep, park-like garden with privacy and rear access
Plenty of possibilities for a garden house, studio, or home office
Ideal location near city center, schools, shops, and Lammenschans station
Good access to A4 and A44 highways
A property requiring full renovation, allowing complete customization
A unique opportunity in a prime Leiden location
Important information:
A recent structural inspection report by Perfectkeur is available for review during viewings.
Foundation report available—no issues noted.
Real video available on Funda and lekmakelaars.nl (no slideshow).
2D and 3D floor plans available for a clearer spatial impression.
Virtual tour via Matterport available—navigate freely through the home.
General information:
A binding agreement is only established once a written purchase agreement has been signed.
The purchase deed will follow the latest NVM model, with possible additional clauses (e.g., age clause, asbestos clause).
A bank guarantee or deposit of 10% of the purchase price is required.
This information has been compiled with care, but no rights can be derived from it. Measurements are indicative.
LEK Makelaars accepts no liability for inaccuracies or omissions.
Features
Transfer of ownership
- Listed since
- Acceptance
- Available in consultation
- Asking price
- € 950,000 kosten koper
- Asking price per m²
- € 6,291
- Status
- Available
Construction
- Kind of house
- Mansion, semi-detached residential property
- Building type
- Resale property
- Year of construction
- 1937
- Specific
- Protected townscape or village view (permit needed for alterations) and renovation project
- Type of roof
- Gable roof covered with roof tiles
- Quality marks
- Bouwkundige Keuring and Energie Prestatie Advies
Surface areas and volume
- Areas
- Living area
- 151 m²
- Other space inside the building
- 15 m²
- Exterior space attached to the building
- 3 m²
- External storage space
- 7 m²
- Plot size
- 273 m²
- Volume in cubic meters
- 590 m³
Layout
- Number of rooms
- 9 rooms (7 bedrooms)
- Number of bath rooms
- 1 bathroom and 2 separate toilets
- Bathroom facilities
- Walk-in shower
- Number of stories
- 3 stories and an attic
- Facilities
- Skylight, passive ventilation system, flue, and TV via cable
Energy
- Energy label
- Insulation
- No insulation
- Heating
- CH boiler
- Hot water
- CH boiler
- CH boiler
- VAILLANT Eco Compact (gas-fired combination boiler from 2019, in ownership)
Cadastral data
- LEIDEN M 6280
- Cadastral map
- Area
- 273 m²
- Ownership situation
- Full ownership
Exterior space
- Location
- Alongside a quiet road, along waterway, alongside waterfront, sheltered location, in residential district and unobstructed view
- Garden
- Back garden and front garden
- Back garden
- 159 m² (26.50 metre deep and 6.00 metre wide)
- Garden location
- Located at the southeast with rear access
- Balcony/roof terrace
- Balcony present
Storage space
- Shed / storage
- Detached brick storage
- Facilities
- Electricity
- Insulation
- No insulation
Parking
- Type of parking facilities
- Resident's parking permits
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