Very carefully maintained and cherished family home with a floor space of over 480 m2, divided over five floors, beautifully situated on a quiet section of the canal on freehold property. The building features multiple living rooms, a garden room, inspiring ateliers/studies, two kitchens, four bedrooms, as many bathrooms, and several storerooms. Anything is possible here and every space breathes artistic individuality. The beautifully appointed southeast-facing garden is nearly 20 metres deep, complete with a lovely sunny terrace off the kitchen, and a stunning ancient willow tree at the far end. A peaceful oasis within the canal ring.
Ground floor
The elegant stone steps at the front of the residence lead up to the front door. The imposing entrance hall with white marble and beautiful panelling is nearly five metres high. The hall gives into the front section of this floor, which is split up into two rooms in front of the patio and stairwell and leads to the atelier/living room in the back with its view of the lovely, well-appointed garden. This space opens into the study, which could also be used as extra storage space for the atelier.
Semi-basement
The semi-basement has its own door from the street, which makes it practical if one wishes to store bicycles here. This floor is currently largely in use as a storage space, technical system room, and laundry room. The kitchen is also on this floor overlooking the patio, with a traditional ambiance yet full modern facilities including an AGA stove and a range of built-in appliances. The garden room serves as a transition towards the wonderful, romantic garden and terrace, with a large table for pleasant family dinners in summer.
First floor
The spacious, artistically furnished living room overlooks the canal and is nearly three metres high. It is a pleasant space with a large worktable and built-in cabinets along one wall, with natural light entry from the patio. The kitchen on this floor was renovated in 2015 and is modern and sober. The quiet rear section of this floor consists of a large bedroom with spacious built-in closet space and a well-appointed, timeless bathroom with bath and walk-in shower.
Second floor
In the library on the second floor, sunlight reflects off the canal and onto the ceiling on a cloudless day. A wonderful space to read and discuss life’s vagaries with a small group of friends. The library shelves and hidden heating elements contribute to the intimate yet well-organised space. This floor also features two sizeable bedrooms with en-suite bathroom. The simple but well-maintained bathroom is equipped with a bath, washbasin, and toilet.
Third floor
This floor comprises a self-contained unit with a dormer window overlooking the canal. A wonderful space indeed. The bathroom is equipped with a bath, washbasin, and separate toilet and the pantry against the back wall is equipped with every amenity. The rest of this floor is used as a huge attic for storage, and there is a separate bathroom with shower and washbasin.
Garden
The romantic southeast-facing garden at the back of the property is nearly 20 metres deep. In the back is a beautiful old willow tree that provides shade and a fantastic green view. The terrace adjoining the garden room is a lovely quiet spot for lunch or reading a book.
Neighbourhood
The area around Keizersgracht 109 is one of Amsterdam’s most picturesque and charming districts. In the heart of the city, this neighbourhood offers a unique mix of historic beauty and modern vibrancy.
Keizersgracht itself is one of the most famous canals in Amsterdam. With Herengracht and Prinsengracht, it is part of the iconic canal ring that is listed as one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. The canals are lined with elegant 17th-century residences with their characteristic majestic façades and traditional facing.
The area boasts a wealth of culture and history, with countless galleries, art and antiques shops, interspaced with trendy boutiques, designer shops, and local craft shops along the canals. The area is also famous for its lively eateries and cafés, with a wide range of restaurants, cafés, and bars ranging from cosy traditional pubs to chic gastronomic establishments.
Moreover, the area around Keizersgracht 109 is perfectly situated near a range of other metropolitan attractions, With Anne Frank House, the Jordaan neighbourhood and Dam square within walking distance.
Accessibility
The residence is near Brouwersgracht on the first section of Keizersgracht and therefore easily accessible by bicycle, on foot, and by public transport. The nearest tram stop is just a few minutes’ walk. Amsterdam Central Station with metro and international train connections is also within walking distance. The exit route via Haarlemmerhouttuinen and Westerdoksdijk/De Ruijterkade (S100) means that Amsterdam’s ring road with access to major motorways is, surprisingly, within easy reach.
Details
• Total living space over 480 m²
• Deep, sunny back garden nearly 100 m2
• Excellent peaceful location on freehold property
• Excellent condition
• Last internal renovations in 2015 and 2020
• Painting done in 2021
• Domotics system
• Urban conservation area
• Part of UNESCO World Heritage Site
Designvision
The residence on Keizersgracht was built around 1715 and commissioned by either Jacob Hacke or Johannes Langeraat. Originally, it featured a neck-gable with wings with a fronton (the topmost section of the gable) in the shape of a duck, one of the elements in the coat of arms of the Hacke or Langeraat family. The building was altered to fit the fashions around 1875. The neck-gable was changed, and a lower step was added in front of the house.
The canal house boasts five floors and a romantic back garden. Every floor exudes the building’s rich history with original details carefully preserved throughout the residence. The building has been in the same family for 100 years; they ensured it stayed in prime condition. Their love for this beautiful family home and its history radiates in every space. The last (large-scale) renovation work was done in 2015 and 2020. In 2012, the roof was beautifully renovated with zinc and slate roofing.
A special historical story is that the grandfather of the current owner and also former resident of Keizersgracht 109 is the renowned architect Alfred Breslauer. Among other things, he designed the bedrooms and bathrooms on the second floor in 1936. Breslauer focused primarily on residential construction in the early 1900s. Early on, he promoted the pursuit of a reduced, bourgeois neoclassicism that combined a traditional language of form with modern architecture and first-rate interior design. Many of his designs are in Germany but Villa Emden on Lake Maggiore is also of his handwriting.
Ground floor
The elegant stone steps at the front of the house lead to the front door on the raised ground floor. The entrance hall makes a grand impression, richly decorated with white marble, beautiful panelling, and a ceiling that is approximately five metres high. The front room, once in use as the reception room, is situated next to the entrance. It has been renovated in keeping with the residence’s styling, with textile wall coverings and elegant wood panelling. There is an office space behind the front room with beautiful natural light entering from the light-well. This space can be opened up to enlarge the front room. The atelier/sitting room overlooks the well-appointed, deep garden at the back of the property. The atelier opens up into the study, which could be used as an additional storage space.
First floor
The large living room with built-in cabinets along one wall and a ceiling height of nearly three metres has a stunning view of the canals. It is a pleasant place to spend time. The second kitchen on this floor has a modern but calm ambiance. This is a corner kitchen renovated in 2015 and further modernised in 2020 with a Quooker tap, dishwasher, fridge, and other appliances. The bedroom is in the back, allowing you the luxury of waking up to a view of the green garden. It features custom-built cabinets, including a wardrobe. The well-appointed, timeless bathroom with marble on the walls and floor features a bath, walk-in shower and double vanity unit.
Second floor
The second living room with library space also looks out onto the water. Here, too, the craftsman’s eye for detail is clearly visible in, among other things, the beautifully made book cabinets and radiator covers. There are two spacious bedrooms on this floor. The en-suite bathroom is sober and in good condition, featuring a bath, washbasin, and toilet.
Third floor
The former attic has been improved by installing a dormer window at the front of the property in the early nineties. The result is a stunning bedroom on the top floor. This floor also features a space with a kitchenette, bath, washbasin, and toilet, making it perfectly suited to accommodate guests and/or an au pair. There are also a separate bathroom with shower and washbasin as well as a huge storage space on this floor.
Semi-basement
The semi-basement has its own door from the street, which makes it practical if one wishes to store bicycles here. This floor is currently largely in use as a storage space, technical system room, and laundry room. The garden room and one of the two kitchens are at the back of the residence. The kitchen has a historic ambiance with blue and white tiling, marble worktop, and light blue painted beam ceiling. It is equipped with all modern amenities, however, such as an AGA stove and a range of built-in appliances, such as a fridge and dishwasher. There is a lovely view onto the patio from here. The garden room features the same calming light blue beam ceiling as well as elegantly cut wood panelling.
Garden
The romantic southeast-facing back garden is nearly 20 metres deep. The stunning ancient willow tree in the back is a sea of greenery. The terrace adjoining the garden room is a lovely quiet spot for lunch or reading a book.
The area around Keizersgracht 109 is one of Amsterdam’s most picturesque and charming districts. In the heart of the city, this neighbourhood offers a unique mix of historic beauty and modern vibrancy. Keizersgracht itself is one of the most famous canals in Amsterdam. With Herengracht and Prinsengracht, it is part of the iconic canal ring that is listed as one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. The canals are lined with elegant 17th-century residences with their characteristic majestic façades and traditional facing. The area boasts a wealth of culture and history, with countless galleries, art and antiques shops, interspaced with trendy boutiques, designer shops, and local craft shops along the canals. The area is also famous for its lively eateries and cafés, with a wide range of restaurants, cafés, and bars ranging from cosy traditional pubs to chic gastronomic establishments. Moreover, the area around Keizersgracht 109 is perfectly situated near a range of other metropolitan attractions, With Anne Frank House, the Jordaan neighbourhood and Dam square within walking distance.
Accessibility
The residence is near Brouwersgracht on the first section of Keizersgracht and therefore easily accessible by bicycle, on foot, and by public transport. The nearest tram stop is just a few minutes’ walk. Amsterdam Central Station with metro and international train connections is also within walking distance. The exit route via Haarlemmerhouttuinen and Westerdoksdijk/De Ruijterkade (S100) means that Amsterdam’s ring road with access to major motorways is, surprisingly, within easy reach.
Parking
Parking spaces are available on the public road via a permit system (permit area Centrum-2c.). A parking permit for Centrum-2c allows you to park your car in the Centrum-2 area. A resident’s parking permit costs €287.09 per six months. The current waiting time for this permit area is twelve months. Second parking permits are not issued to addresses in this permit area. (Source: City of Amsterdam, May 2023).