Charming and multifunctional canal house offering both a modern and historic experience. It features a beautifully designed and detailed symmetrical entrance with stained-glass windows. The front faces south and enjoys a beautiful view of the Brouwersgracht and the Langestraat across the street. The living and working space of this national monument totals 263 m², spread over four spacious and light floors.
The property is divided into three separate units, with a creative high-ceilinged space on the ground floor with a separate front door, which has been recently renovated and is Immediately , and an upstairs apartment with its own entrance and Roof terrace, which can also be used as two separate units in terms of layout.
The residential location on Brouwersgracht, close to Herenmarkt, Haarlemmerstraat, Noordermarkt, and Jordaan, is popular and in high demand.
Ground floor:
On the ground floor of this national monument is an office space of approximately 81 m² with a beautiful ceiling height of 3.50 meters on average. A unique feature is that the space has a back entrance via a closed alley that is accessible from Binnen Vissersstraat. The property is located on its own land and the zoning plan allows for both work and residential use.
First floor:
The independent upper floor is accessible via the other staircase. It is currently divided into two parts, with the first floor featuring a bright living room on the canal side with three windows. At the rear, there is a spacious bedroom with an adjoining closed, fully equipped kitchen. The bathroom has a toilet, shower, and sink. This floor can be occupied separately or easily converted back into a whole, as a three-story upper floor, with the other floors. An alternative layout has been devised for this merger, which can be seen on the alternative floor plan. With this layout, three bedrooms two Bathrooms can be Bathrooms . Together with the two floors above, this creates a large three-story upper house with multiple bedrooms a Roof terrace.
Second floor:
Modern renovated floor, with an entrance from the first floor, which is open and light with three windows overlooking the canal. There is a spacious sitting area on the canal side. The central area with a mezzanine has space for a large dining table. This beautiful mezzanine provides extra light and height. At the rear is the modern kitchen with an island. The kitchen is equipped with various built-in appliances. This entire floor has beautiful oak plank flooring. Thanks to the light, the surprising loft, and the dimensions, it is a very pleasant space to be in.
Third floor:
The beautifully designed open staircase leads to a walkway that provides Roof terrace the sleeping area and the Roof terrace . At the front is a spacious bedroom with an open roof construction. This creates a spacious effect and a feeling of security. In the middle is a modern bathroom on one side and a large built-in wardrobe on the other. The bathroom has a bathtub, walk-in shower, sink, and built-in mirror cabinet, and is spacious and light thanks to a large skylight. There is also a separate toilet with washbasin and a built-in cupboard with connection for washing machine/dryer. The Roof terrace is also Roof terrace from the walkway.
The outdoor space
The Roof terrace the rear is spacious and offers room for a sitting area and a dining table. From the Roof terrace a nice view over the roofs of the surrounding buildings and plenty of sunshine throughout the day. A special feature is the slatted construction on the outside of the glass section of the house. These slats filter the light inside, but also provide a particularly attractive view from the Roof terrace the apartment.
The building
A national monument, originally dating from the 17th century, but expanded and renovated in the 19th century with a straight facade and a roof structure. The monument number is 756.
In early 1900, the front facade was modified for the last time, and it remains unchanged to this day.
A wooden interior with doors, glass, and stained glass. Typical of the taste and fashion of the time.
The last known commercial user of the building was furniture factory De Zeeuw. In 2007, a major renovation and modernization took place, during which the upper floor was converted into its current state. Services and installations Since then Services and installations it has been well maintained.
The property is currently used as a lettable commercial space on the ground floor, an upper floor consisting of two independent units on the first floor, and two floors with a Roof terrace. A new owner can, of course, repurpose this space according to their own vision and needs.
The surroundings
Brouwersgracht is located at the beginning of Singel, Heren-, Keizers- and Prinsengracht. This part is dynamic and, together with Herenmarkt, forms one of the most beautiful parts of the canal belt.
The historic Brouwersgracht is a beautiful central location in a lively part of the city center. Surrounded by the Jordaan, Haarlemmerdijk, Dam Square, and Central Station, there is always something to do here. Trendy shops, cozy cafés, and restaurants such as Toscanini, Duende, Café Winkel 43, Vrouw met de baard, and Café Thijssen. The Noordermarkt is just around the corner, with an organic market on Mondays and Saturdays. Westerpark and adjacent nature reserves are also nearby. Groceries can be purchased within walking distance at Albert Heijn, Jumbo, Marqt, and various small specialty shops on Herenstraat, Haarlemmerdijk, and Haarlemmerstraat.
In 2007, Brouwersgracht was voted the most beautiful "street" in Amsterdam by readers of Het Parool from 150 nominations, and with good reason.
De Brouwersgracht offers the perfect balance between peaceful living and the bustle of Amsterdam's city center.
The historical context is still palpable and visible. Starting in 1612, the canal belt was dug southward from Brouwersgracht. Since 1594, the canal has been named after the many beer breweries that were located in this neighborhood in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Since 1782, the last Amsterdam distillery of gin and liqueurs has been located on Brouwersgracht near Driehoekstraat: De Ooievaar. Most of the warehouses, built for the storage of goods, have been converted into residential houses.
For primary education, OBS De Burght is within walking distance at Herengracht 34. The Theo Thijssen School and 14e Montessorie in the Jordaan are also within walking distance.
Accessibility
A central location with multiple routes in and out of the city, making it easy to reach by car. Amsterdam North, West, and East, as well as the Ring, are easily accessible via the rear of Central Station and along the IJ. Equally important is that Central Station is within walking distance, serving as a hub for the metro, bus lines, and (international) train connections.
Details
• Usable living area approx. 263 m²
• Roof terrace
• Located on private land
• National monument / See monumenten.nl for national subsidy for major maintenance.
• Nationally protected cityscape
• Three separate units, formally 1 residence and 1 commercial space, with many possibilities for redesigning the layout of the property
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