unique historic water-front estate “nieuwerhoek” in loenen aan de vecht.
beautiful country home for sale in the highly desirable village of loenen aan de vecht. this village is located in the “green hart” of holland, at a 20-minute drive from the center of amsterdam, utrecht and hilversum. take your boat from your private mooring strip right behind the house and explore the river vecht and the adjacent loosdrecht lakes. a 5 minute walk along the river brings you to the center of the village with its highly-rated fine-dining restaurants, quaint stores and grocery plaza.
the house (built circa 1680 with historical monument status as well as protected green space designation) is surrounded by a private 1 hectare (= 2 acre) landscaped park-like garden, with mature fruit trees, rose gardens and walking paths. the monumental wrought-iron gates with gilded lettering and the two ornamental vases, dating back to the 18th century, are iconic elements of the estate and contribute significantly to its historic character. the entire span of the property backs onto the most highly sought-after stretch of the river.
this national heritage-listed property has been carefully maintained over the centuries, having preserved many of its original features, including marble flooring, ornamental wood-carved staircases and doors, and stucco walls and ceilings created by renowned late 18th century sculptor ignatius van logteren.
the main house has a living area of 625 m², while the boathouse, garage and other outbuildings together offer an additional 132 m² of usable space. the estate includes two gated access bridges, a boathouse with drawbridge, a jetty, a greenhouse, a garage, and several well-maintained original outbuildings.
layout:
upon entering the bright and broad central hallway, which extends to the rear of the house, you will be enchanted by the marble flooring and 17th century stucco walls and ceiling. the hallway’s ornate carved doors each open to period-style rooms. to the right, there is an en-suite living room with a sculpted plaster ceiling and a rare floor to ceiling hand-painted wall covering. adjacent to the living room is the domed glass foyer. this charming conservatory (built in 1914) provides access to the terrace and the garden. on the left side of the hallway are the entrances to the study, dining room, and elegant staircase. from the hallway, one can also access the cloakroom and entrance to the basement. the kitchen, located in the extension, opens out to the garden. the first floor features five bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a balcony. the second floor provides a large space and several rooms to use as additional work-space, sleeping quarters or fitness area. the attic can be reached from this floor and provides storage space and access to the roof.
