Westerhoutpark 1

-Space, Character, and History-
This unique and extremely spacious family home offers approximately 280 m² of living space. Built in 1914, many original features from that era have been preserved, such as the beautiful en suite doors, built-in cupboards, an original fountain in the hallway, and stained-glass windows. A stunning property brimming with history. Remarkably, the current sellers are only the third owners and have owned the house for nearly 50 years. The property has undergone minimal large-scale renovations and has been carefully maintained, ensuring that its original, stately charm is fully intact. Throughout the house, you’ll find authentic panel doors with beautiful architraves and door frames.

-Full of Character and Potential-
The entrance immediately captures your attention: the classic front door features a stunning brass doorknob and letterbox and is centrally positioned in the home. There’s a spacious vestibule that leads to a large, broad hallway with a grand staircase. Underneath the tiled floor in the hall lies the original terrazzo flooring. The living room en suite boasts high ornamental ceilings, a semicircular bay window at the front, built-in cabinets, and a robust mantelpiece. The dining room at the rear also features built-in cabinets as well as a large window and a door to the tiled terrace. The previous owners had a conservatory here, which could potentially be reinstalled to create an even larger space. To be reached from the hall, there is an additional room currently serving as a study/home office, as well as a large storage space with original built-in cabinets. The separate kitchen includes a generous corner configuration and retains its original mantelpiece, which once housed a stove. From the kitchen, you can walk through to the utility room, offering access to the garden.

The northeast-facing garden is exceptionally deep at 24 meters and 11 meters wide(!). It provides ample privacy and offers both sunny and shaded spots throughout the day, both in the front and rear gardens. There are two ways to access the garden via a back entrance: through the side of the house and via a gate at the rear, which gives direct access to Wagenweg.

-Perfect for Family Living-
In addition to the generous living space on the ground floor, the upper floors provide five more bedrooms, two bathrooms, two balconies, and plenty of storage space. This means there’s room for everyone to carve out their own private space in the house. Many rooms still feature original built-in wardrobes. On the first floor, two rooms boast beautiful, unaltered wooden doors, while several others have their own washbasins. The second-floor bedroom includes a dormer and is surrounded by extensive storage space. This floor also offers the potential to create additional bedrooms and, if desired, an extra bathroom.

-Prime Location: Green, Tranquil, and Central-
The Bos & Vaart neighborhood was developed at the start of the 20th century and is renowned for its tranquil, green surroundings. The lovely, spacious, and characterful homes showcase an array of architectural styles popular in the Netherlands around 1900. The location adds further appeal: bordering the Haarlemmerhout urban forest, within walking distance of local shops and amenities, and near several primary and secondary schools, including the international school. The vibrant city center is just a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute bike ride away, and it’s about 30 minutes by bike to the beach at Bloemendaal. Public transport and major roadways are conveniently close by.

Good to Know
* ‘Villa Houthof’ – built in 1914
* Abundant character and authentic details
* In the same family for nearly 50 years
* Original wooden parquet flooring in the study, living, and dining rooms
* Deep rear garden with two rear exits, one leading directly to Wagenweg
* Permit parking in Zone C West
* Grote Markt: 8-minute bike ride
* Grote Houtstraat: 6-minute bike ride
* Haarlem train station: 9-minute bike ride
* Bloemendaal aan Zee: 30-minute bike ride
* International school: 5-minute bike ride
* For dimensions and layout, see the colored floorplan
* Transfer to be determined in consultation

Ground Floor
Front garden with awnings over both bay windows. Covered entrance into a large vestibule with a door leading to the central hallway, which grants access to all ground-floor rooms. Study/home office with a bay window. Deep storage closet with built-in cupboards. Closed kitchen with a built-in cupboard, large mantelpiece, and equipped with a 4-burner gas stove, oven, double round sink, and dishwasher. Utility room with washing machine connection and access to the garden. Wooden shed extension. Deep rear garden with abundant greenery, a paved terrace (the former conservatory area), and two rear exits. The garden is also accessible directly from the hall. Toilet with washbasin. Staircase closet. Living room en suite, with a sitting area at the front featuring a semicircular bay window, built-in china cabinets, a large fireplace, and picture moldings. En suite doors with stained glass. Dining room at the rear with a door to the garden.

First Floor
Landing with built-in closet. Rear bedroom with built-in closet and washbasin. Bathroom with bathtub, toilet, and washbasin. Front bedroom with built-in corner cabinet. Bathroom with washbasin, shower, bidet, door to rear balcony, and access to the master bedroom at the front. Large room with built-in closets and original dark parquet flooring. Rear bedroom with washbasin, built-in closet, and French doors to the balcony.

Second Floor
Landing. Large attic space with a ceiling extending to the roof ridge, skylight, central heating system, and boiler. Middle bedroom with washbasin and built-in closet.