Spaarne 42

This beautiful canal-side property, featuring a Haarlem-style stepped gable crowned by a sandstone lion, is particularly well-suited for dual occupancy or as a B&B due to its current layout. The listed building can also be fully converted and occupied as a single residence.

The historic features are in excellent condition and elegantly combined with contemporary technology and modern design. A mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery ensures a healthy indoor climate with low energy consumption, a hybrid air/water heat pump provides the property with efficient heating, and the excellent insulation ensures an A+ energy rating. The property is also fitted with electric awnings with sun and wind sensors and a home automation system.

This exceptional and unique canal-side property spans no fewer than four storeys, and thanks to its corner location, the view over the Spaarne is truly magnificent! The canal-side property was built in the 17th century with a front and rear section; these original features are still clearly discernible, offering a variety of potential uses. The front and rear sections are connected by the central staircase, allowing the mezzanine and first floor to be separated from the second and third floors. Currently, there are two modern kitchens, two bathrooms, two living rooms and two bedrooms. Due to their generous dimensions, these spaces could also be converted into multiple bedrooms, a large kitchen-diner and a spacious living room.

The location in the heart of the city centre, with an entrance on the quiet Berkenrodesteeg and a high degree of privacy, is unique. Urban amenities such as shops, restaurants, cosy terraces, cultural offerings and public transport are within easy reach. Haarlem station, bus connections and major roads can be reached within a few minutes.

Good to know
* Built in 1650
* Listed building and protected townscape
* ‘Steel’ foundation (brickwork foundation with Foundation Risk ABC)
* Dual occupancy and B&B possible due to the current layout
* Energy label A+
* Fitted with climate control and home automation systems
* Hybrid air/water heat pump
* Intergas central heating boiler (2017)
* AWB mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery (HRV)
* Electrically operated, made-to-measure loft hatch
* Sun blinds with sun and wind sensors (automatic and remote-controlled)
* De Appelaar car park just around the corner
* Zandvoort beach a half-hour’s cycle ride away
* Handover by arrangement

First floor
Entrance hall with marble flooring, meter cupboard and space for a wardrobe. Stairs to the landing and mezzanine in the rear section of the house, featuring a spacious bedroom overlooking the quiet Berkenrodesteeg. This bedroom features dark parquet flooring, high beamed ceilings, recessed window sills and built-in cupboards finished with decorative mouldings. From the landing, the central staircase provides access to the front section on the Spaarne. From the bedroom, a staircase leads to the kitchen on the first floor of the former rear section on Berkenrodesteeg.

First floor
The modern kitchen features robust wooden fronts, a black natural stone worktop and is fitted with various built-in appliances. Modern bathroom with toilet, washbasin unit, walk-in shower and towel radiator. The landing of the central staircase connects the front and rear sections of the house. A second toilet is located on this landing. From the landing, there is access to the former period room with a beautiful beamed ceiling, a distinctive fireplace with richly ornamented woodwork and a tile panel of hand-painted tiles depicting classic Dutch scenes. The three large windows with their glazing bars offer a unique view over the Spaarne. The central staircase provides access to the second floor.

Second floor
The spacious, open-plan and modern kitchen-diner is fitted with various built-in appliances and is located at the rear of the house. The spacious living room is situated at the front; the four large windows on the side and front provide wonderful natural light, and the unrivalled view over the Spaarne is absolutely enchanting. The transparent glass panels provide an elegant solution for separating the living room and kitchen whilst maintaining natural light and a sense of space. The old town map of Haarlem is engraved into the tempered glass panels, and thanks to innovative technology, this historic town map is beautifully illuminated by the integrated LED lighting. The third floor can also be accessed via the central staircase.

Third floor
This floor can be completely enclosed by a bespoke, electrically operated shutter. It features a large bedroom with a ceiling height of no less than 3.64 metres! The impressive traditional rafter roof structure is clearly visible. At the front, there is a large window with a view over the Spaarne, and on the Berkenrodesteeg side, there is a deep dormer window with a French balcony. There is ample space here to place a seating area, creating a sort of loggia from which there is also a stunning view over the Spaarne. The second bathroom is accessed from the bedroom. This bathroom is fitted with a washbasin unit, shower, toilet (sanibroyeur type) and a skylight. From the bathroom, there is access to the utility room housing the connections for the central heating boiler, heat recovery unit and hybrid heat pump.