DE ROO OLY MOLEN | The space is located in the center of Amsterdam at Singel 188H, overlooking the Torensluis. The historic building “De Roo Oly Molen” is distinguished by a distinctive facade featuring authentic details and historic facade stones. The retail/office space is located on the ground floor and first floor of the rear section of the building. The high ceilings and attractive facade give the space an industrial character and contemporary atmosphere. The generous ceiling height also offers the possibility of creating a mezzanine level. The living area can be expanded to 188 m².
This is a condominium unit forming part of a homeowners’ association consisting of a total of 4 condominium units located on freehold land. In addition to residential use, the property is also zoned for retail/office space.
The facade plaque "De Roo Oly Molen" refers to a historic oil mill that was presumably built in 1737 and demolished in 1874. The Museumbrug now stands on the site of the former mill. The plaque has been carefully preserved and is now embedded in the facade of Singel 188, serving as a lasting reminder of the city’s industrial past.
Guided tour
There is a spacious entrance hall with original (industrial) doors and a porch. The open space offers the opportunity to install a large kitchen at the front with a beautiful brick wall and a seating area with French doors to the patio. At the rear of the space, there is the possibility to create a spacious bedroom with doors to the patio, a private master suite with dressing room, and a private bathroom.
The original monumental beams offer the new owner the opportunity Floor area extra Floor area to the living area and to freely divide it into a bedroom, study, lounge, or library.
This 72-square-meter floor offers flexible layout options. The current design calls for two bedrooms and a bathroom.
Neighborhood Guide
Singel 188 H is located in the center of Amsterdam, on the Grachtengordel, opposite the Torensluis. The neighborhood is dynamic and rich in history, with a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and cultural amenities. Within walking distance are Dam Square, Westerkerk, the 9 Straatjes, and Kalverstraat, one of the city's most famous shopping streets. There are also several renowned museums within walking distance, such as the Anne Frank House.
Accessibility
The retail space is easily accessible by public transport. Tram lines 13 and 17 stop at Rozengracht, and the M52 metro line at Rokin is within walking distance, as is Amsterdam Central Station. For motorists, there are various parking options, both on the street and in parking garages such as Parkeergarage Rokin.
Parking facilities
Parking is available on public roads via a pay-and-display system or a permit system. Information about the conditions and options for obtaining a (business) permit and any waiting times can be requested from the Local authority .
Paid parking is also available at, for example, the Rokin parking garage and the Q-park de Bijenkorf.
Features
• Beautiful facade
• Generous ceiling height
• Possibility to add a mezzanine
• Freehold
• Residential and commercial use
De Roo Oly Molen
The space on Singel is beautifully located on the historic canal belt, close to the lively Multatuliplein. We recently became acquainted with the space, which is currently used as a shop/office space, but is also perfectly suited as living space. The high ceilings and characteristic beams offer plenty of opportunities to optimize the layout of the space. We had an alternative floor plan drawn up, including a light-filled patio, an extra floor, and three spacious bedrooms. To give a good impression of the possibilities, realistic artist impressions were made that closely correspond to the future actual situation. Of course, a new owner is entirely free to apply their own design and layout.
Jelle Mundt | Makelaar Broersma Wonen
Tom Huber | Real Estate Agent Broersma Wonen
's design vision
The space is located in the center of Amsterdam at Singel 188H, overlooking the Torensluis. The monumental building 'De Roo Oly Molen' is characterized by a distinctive facade with authentic details and a historic facade stone. The retail/office space is located on the ground floor and first floor of the rear building. The high ceilings and attractive façade give the space an industrial character and contemporary atmosphere. The generous ceiling height also offers the possibility of creating a mezzanine floor, increasing the living space to 188 m².
This is an apartment right, part of a homeowners' association consisting of a total of four apartment rights, located on private land. In addition to use as a residence, use as retail/office space is also permitted.
Building
The canal house was built in 1737 in the Louis XIV architectural style. In the 18th century, Amsterdam was dominated by French architecture, particularly the Louis styles named after the French kings. The Louis XIV style, which was used in Amsterdam between 1700 and 1740, is characterized by a heavy and classicist appearance. Unlike in France, where the Louis styles were mainly used in interiors and the facades remained classicist, in Amsterdam the characteristic ornamentation was also visible on the facades. This style is recognizable by its baroque design language, with opulent and heavy symmetrical curls, often incorporating acanthus leaves.
Living and cooking
There is a spacious entrance hall with original (industrial) doors and a porch. The open space offers the possibility to place a large kitchen at the front, with a beautiful brick wall and a sitting area with French doors to the patio.
At the rear of the space, there is the possibility to create a spacious bedroom with doors to the patio, a private master suite with dressing room, and a private bathroom.
Sleeping and bathing
The original monumental beams offer the new owner the opportunity to Floor area extra Floor area to the living space and to divide it freely as a bedroom, study, lounge, or library.
First floor
This 72 m² floor can be arranged as desired. The current design allows for two bedrooms and a spacious bathroom.
Neighborhood Guide
Singel 188 H is located in the center of Amsterdam, on the Grachtengordel, opposite the Torensluis. The neighborhood is dynamic and rich in history, with a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and cultural amenities. Within walking distance are Dam Square, Westerkerk, the 9 Straatjes, and Kalverstraat, one of the city's most famous shopping streets. There are also several renowned museums within walking distance, such as the Anne Frank House.
Accessibility
The retail space is easily accessible by public transport. Tram lines 13 and 17 stop at Rozengracht, and the M52 metro line at Rokin is within walking distance, as is Amsterdam Central Station. For motorists, there are various parking options, both on the street and in parking garages such as Parkeergarage Rokin.
Parking
Parking is available on public roads via a pay-and-display system or a permit system. Information about the conditions and options for obtaining a (business) permit and any waiting times can be requested from the Local authority . Paid parking is also available at locations such as the Rokin parking garage and the Q-park de Bijenkorf.
1015 BJ Amsterdam
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The Duchess
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Max restaurant
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Wil Graanstra Chip Shop
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1016 BJ Amsterdam
Lotti’s
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1015 CB Amsterdam
Linguini
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The Two Swans
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OSLO
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Bougainville (*)
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1015 DD Amsterdam
Café De Klepel
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1015 DB Amsterdam
Café de Twee Prinsen
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Fulu Mandarin
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Architectura & Natura
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Andriesse Eyck Gallery
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GRIMM
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1012 MG Amsterdam
Banketbakkerij van der Linde
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