Huis aan het Licht is located in a stately building on Van Breestraat. It is an elegantly furnished city apartment with a well-thought-out layout, high-quality finishes, and two outdoor areas totaling 56 m². The combination of tranquility, light, and space makes this a particularly comfortable place in the heart of the Museum Quarter.
Guided tour
The property is accessed via a prestigious entrance with elevator that leads Immediately the apartment. The entrance hall is spacious, with a tall steel door that opens onto the living room. The living room is bright, quiet, and well-proportioned. The custom-made kitchen with marble cooking island forms the central element in the room and opens Immediately the terrace.
The bedrooms located at the front, on the quiet side of the street. The bathroom is centrally located, practically laid out, and finished with high-quality materials.
The Roof terrace is Roof terrace via the hallway, which is a clear added value for this apartment. The sunny location, the view, and the privacy make this an attractive addition to the living space.
A fully furnished apartment in an excellent location in Oud-Zuid. Comfortable, stylish, and functionally furnished.
Neighborhood Guide
Centrally and quietly located in the Concertgebouw neighborhood between Jacob Obrechtstraat and Wanningstraat. Strategically located near many amenities, including schools, shops, and museums within walking distance. Close to Vondelpark, shops, and restaurants in Cornelis Schuytstraat and the Saturday farmers' market on Jacob Obrechtplein. Museumplein, P.C. Hooftstraat, and Beethovenstraat are a 5-minute walk away.
There are many good shops, restaurants, and nice cafes in the immediate vicinity.
The apartment is located on the beautiful Van Breestraat, near Cornelis Schuytstraat and within walking distance of Vondelpark. There are many cozy restaurants and leading delicatessens in the area. Cornelis Schuytstraat has luxury fashion stores, a quality butcher, florist, dry cleaner, jeweler, optician, and organic bakery. There are several primary and secondary schools nearby. Van Breestraat is conveniently located near Vondelpark and close to the Zuidas business district.
Details
• Living area: 57 m²
• Balcony and Roof terrace 56 m²
• Located on freehold land
• Roof terrace panoramic views of Amsterdam
• Equipped with an elevator, air conditioning, and radiant floor heating
• Energy label A
• Municipally protected cityscape
• Homeowners’ association professionally managed by Jinxxx
House in the light
Living on Van Breestraat means living in one of the most beautiful locations in the Museum Quarter. This apartment is part of a small-scale redevelopment and has been realized with an eye for detail, finish, and living comfort. The location, dimensions, and outdoor space make this a particularly pleasant and well-designed city apartment. The combination of modern luxury and classic charm comes together here in a natural way.
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The building underwent extensive renovation in 2020 under the supervision of Rock Vastgoed. The original structure has been preserved, while the interior has been completely redesigned. The property features custom-made solutions, high-quality materials, and a consistent lighting plan that gives the rooms a sense of calm and clarity. The layout is logical, the sightlines are clear, and the finishes have been carefully chosen. The presence of an elevator with direct access to the property emphasizes the private and comfortable character of this apartment.
The living space extends across the entire width of the rear of the house and is Immediately the southeast-facing terrace. The fully opening front creates a direct connection to the outdoors. The atmosphere is calm, partly due to the choice of warm materials and a subdued color scheme.
The kitchen is custom-designed with high-quality built-in appliances. The cooking island is finished with Italian marble and forms the central element in the room. Cooking, living, and dining flow effortlessly into one another here. The gas fireplace on the seating side provides extra comfort and contributes to the pleasant atmosphere.
There are two bedrooms at the front of the apartment. The custom-made wardrobes provide practical storage space without disturbing the view or the tranquility.
The bathroom is centrally located in the home and finished with marble, a spacious walk-in shower, and Hotbath faucets. The separate toilet is finished in the same style. Next to the bathroom is a separate laundry room, neatly concealed behind custom doors.
The terrace on the living room side is spacious and has a favorable southeast location. Thanks to the fully openable glass front, this terrace forms a natural extension of the living space. The integrated planters provide a green accent and are equipped with an automatic watering system.
One floor higher is the Roof terrace. This outdoor space offers complete privacy and a beautiful view of the Museumplein and the Zuid-as, among other things. There is a compact outdoor kitchen, as well as atmospheric lighting and permanent planting. A well-kept and pleasant place to enjoy the city in peace and quiet.
Centrally and quietly located in the Concertgebouw neighborhood between Jacob Obrechtstraat and Wanningstraat. Strategically located close to many amenities, including schools, shops, and museums within walking distance. Near Vondelpark, shops, and restaurants in Cornelis Schuytstraat and the Saturday farmers' market on Jacob Obrechtplein. The Museumplein, P.C. Hooftstraat, and Beethovenstraat are a 5-minute walk away. There are many good shops, restaurants, and nice cafes in the immediate vicinity. The apartment is located on the beautiful Van Breestraat, near Cornelis Schuytstraat and within walking distance of Vondelpark. There are many cozy restaurants and leading delicatessens in the area. Cornelis Schuytstraat has luxury fashion stores, a quality butcher, florist, dry cleaner, jeweler, optician, and organic bakery. There are several primary and secondary schools nearby. Van Breestraat is conveniently located near Vondelpark and close to the Zuidas business district.
accessibility
Van Breestraat is located in one of the most characterful parts of Oud-Zuid, with Museumplein and Cornelis Schuytstraat literally around the corner. The street itself exudes tranquility, but as soon as you turn the corner, you have access to excellent connections to the rest of the city. On Van Baerlestraat and Willemsparkweg, you will find tram stops with direct lines to Amsterdam Central Station, the Zuidas, and Amsterdam Zuid Station, as well as to the VU Medical Center. The North/South line is also within a ten-minute bike ride, making the connection to both the city center and Schiphol Airport even faster. For destinations outside the city, the A10 ring road is easily accessible via Amstelveenseweg.
Van Breestraat combines the best of both worlds: a quiet, green residential environment with metropolitan amenities and accessibility within easy reach.
parking facilities
Parking is available via a permit system on public roads (permit area is Zuid 8.1.). With a parking permit for Zuid 8.1, you may park in Zuid 1, Zuid 2, and Zuid 8. A parking permit for residents costs €192.81 per six months. Currently, there is a nine-month waiting period for this permit area. A second parking permit is not possible in this area. (Source: Local authority , November 2025).
1075 GH Amsterdam
Barolo
Bar Barolo brings the atmosphere of northern Italy to Valeriusstraat, in the heart of elegant Amsterdam-Zuid. The wine list is extensive and carefully curated, with Barolo as the obvious centerpiece. On the menu: homemade pasta, classic antipasti, and unpretentious seasonal dishes. The interior is warm and understated, as is the hospitality—everything here is done with care.
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Carter
Carter is a modern brasserie in Amsterdam-Zuid where international classics are served with flair and finesse. Located on Valeriusstraat, this place feels like an elegant neighborhood café – informal, refined, and always welcoming. The menu features timeless dishes such as steak tartare, burrata, and lobster pasta, accompanied by a solid wine selection.
1071 HX Amsterdam
Visque Restaurant
Restaurant Visque is located on the beautiful corner of Amsterdam South, where fish plays the leading role. Our menu is flexible and depends on the daily choice for the freshest and most flavorful products. Chef Menno gives his own twist to simple French dishes, such as scallops, Dutch shrimp, slip sole and our famous Tuna Wellington.
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Brasserie van Dam
Brasserie van Dam is known for its simple but effective formula: a concise menu with high-quality products, reasonable prices, good coffee, a pleasant atmosphere and friendly staff.
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Batoni Khinkali
In the Netherlands, Georgian cuisine is unfortunately underrepresented, despite its rich and fascinating culinary heritage. Fortunately, Batoni Khinkali offers an introduction to this flavorful cuisine. This restaurant, founded by Georgian clarinetist Levan Tskhadadze, combines his love of music with his passion for cooking. Here, guests can enjoy Georgian classics such as khinkali, katschapuri and lobio, as well as a vegan and meat menu, all served with the characteristic Georgian hospitality.
1071 GZ Amsterdam
Brasserie de Joffers
With a large terrace in the summer and winter, brasserie Joffers has been a well-known hotspot for 15 years, just a stone's throw from the Vondelpark and the Museum Quarter. If the sun is not shining, there is plenty of space inside - a space decorated with art and mirrored walls, which creates a homely atmosphere. The meeting place for the neighborhood is ideal for breakfast, lunch and dinner or simply for a nice cup of coffee.
1075 GD Amsterdam
Castell Zuid
Castell Zuid is the stylish new location of the iconic Amsterdam grill restaurant Castell, located on Valeriusstraat in Oud-Zuid. Where the original in the center is known for its no-nonsense steaks and late dinners, this location brings the same flavors in a refined setting. "Same taste, same vibe, different look" is the motto – and that's right: recognizable and yet completely new.
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Tozi
TOZI means "a group of friends" in Venetian dialect, and you feel that Immediately you walk in. It's like stepping into one big family. The menu features a selection of small Venetian-inspired dishes to share, known as cicchetti. There is also an Italian wine list and a cocktail bar serving Italian gins and negronis.
1071 NH Amsterdam
Franzen
Chef and owner Jesse Franzen grew up in a catering family in Haarlem. His father worked in the kitchen, his mother worked in the service. His own professional journey began in the kitchen of the two-star restaurant Chapeau, after which he gained experience at places including Aan de Poel, Ron Gastrobar, and Lars Amsterdam. With Franzen, Jesse creates a place that feels like a modern living room for the city. Accessible and warm, but always with a high standard. The menu is classic and recognizable, with a surprising twist here and there.
1077 BG Amsterdam
Roberto's Restaurant Amsterdam
Roberto's should not be missing from the top ten Italian restaurants in Amsterdam. The restaurant is located in the Hilton hotel, where the iconic Italian cuisine has been filling the plates for 25 years. The restaurant revolves around pure and simple flavors with dishes such as thinly sliced eggplant, green farfalle pasta with lobster sauce and Lava cake.
1071 NE Amsterdam
Pizzeria Le 4 Stagioni
Visitors to the Concertgebouw are no strangers to Roman-style pizzas with thin crusts. Since 1978, the pizzeria in Oud-Zuid has been providing many groups and (large) families with authentic Italian food. The interior has a Mediterranean touch and the menu offers something for everyone, from fresh pasta and tender meat to indispensable antipasti and vegetarian alternatives.
1071 HK Amsterdam
George W.P.A
George W.P.A is the ideal place to settle down for a good glass of wine and delicious food with a chic touch. The brasserie in Zuid describes itself as a combination of classic French cuisine, packaged in New York style, and is known for signature dishes such as grilled lobster and Blackened Tuna. Step inside (by reservation) in Amsterdam's "Upper South" and see for yourself!
1075 BG Amsterdam
Juliette
In Amsterdam Zuid, you can enjoy breakfast and lunch in the sun at Juliette. The menu is based on fresh ingredients from local suppliers and is compiled daily based on what Available at the market. Think of dishes such as the Porco Rosso: mortadella, stracciatella cheese, Spanish guindilla peppers, and red pesto. For dinner or drinks, visit neighboring Bar Jules. The focus is on Southern European dishes such as pizzettas, pata negra, and roasted octopus.
1071 KK Amsterdam
Edible Treasures
The concept store Edibe Treasures is located in a former butcher shop in Amsterdam Zuid. In addition to the 'edibles and drinkables' in the coffee shop, you will find a beautiful selection of everything for the table, such as silverware, ceramics, table linen, but also cookbooks and accessories. Pop-ups and workshops are also regularly organized.
1071 LK Amsterdam
Café Welling
Café Welling is a cozy neighborhood café on J.W. Brouwersstraat; near the Museumplein. Here you can enjoy a nice beer at the bar or on the terrace when the sun is shining. This neighborhood café has a long history. The café has been around for more than 70 years but has only been called Café Welling since 1963. This history may explain the familiar atmosphere that always seems to be present in this café. Interesting for music lovers: Café Welling regularly organizes Jazz evenings.
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Tamari Ya
Tamari Ya was founded by Imoto Yoshihisa and Yazawa Yuji, two Japanese entrepreneurs who started a farm-stay retreat in their village near Hiroshima and opened their first donut shop there in 2023 to revitalize their community. Out of their love for rice, they developed the komeko donut, made from rice flour from their own region and therefore naturally gluten-free. In Amsterdam, the donuts are handmade daily and fried in rice oil, without preservatives or colorants. The texture is different from what you are used to: less fluffy, more chewy, with varieties such as old fashioned or yeast-raised in flavors such as matcha, black sesame, and pistachio. The quiet, wood-dominated shop on Overtoom feels like a piece of the Japanese countryside in the city, where attention to food and the environment is central.
1071 HD Amsterdam
Coffee District
Owners Adil Loukane and Rosa Loukane started with a hole-in-the-wall coffee shop in a fashion store in the South. When the store closed its doors, Adil and Rosa seized their opportunity and decided to open their own coffee bar. They now have multiple locations. The coffee is made with a proprietary blend roasted by Lot Sixty One. They also offer sweets such as the now-famous cinnamon buns and banana bread.
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Menno Kroon
Menno Kroon's exuberant and atmospheric display window showcases such enchanting and special flowers that you simply have to take a look inside. Budding love, delight, the inevitable farewell. Each bouquet from Menno Kroon gives meaning to a special moment. Nothing is too crazy for them at Menno Kroon, and you can go there for the most special and diverse bouquets.
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Perfume Lounge
At the 'Perfume lounge', they focus on creating and advising on fragrances for companies and organizations and what scent can add to a brand or organization. In addition, they have a store with an assortment of the most special perfumes in the world, where they also give personal fragrance advice. Advice for on the skin or in the house. According to the experts, scent adds something that is not visible and tangible. You can use scent in different ways in a space. It starts, of course, with the fact that it should not smell negative. There are quite a few spaces where you smell the sewer or sanitary facilities, where there has been a lot of smoking or where the extraction is not good and it smells like food. The most simple way of scent in the house is that it smells clean. Many people associate cleaning or detergent with a clean, tidy and well-kept house. In addition, you can turn on the ambiance. Just like with light and music, you can soften or strengthen the atmosphere. You can make it smell very homely or very modern. Rural or artistic. Or very minimalist or intimate.
1066 VH Amsterdam
De Schuyt Butcher Shop
Butcher shop De Schuyt, named after its location on Cornelis Schuytstraat, has the parakeet as its symbol. Just like the parakeet, this distinctive butcher shop has its origins in the 1970s, and both have carved out a place for themselves in Amsterdam. Inspired by the parakeet, owner Evert Blauwendraat started his butcher shop with the idea of giving it a distinctive, personal, and special emblem that everyone could recognize. This family business with a rich history is the place to go for meat and delicacies.
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Greengrocer Tom Ensink
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De Wijnkaart
De Wijnkaart is located in the Museum Quarter in Amsterdam-Zuid. All kinds of wines from the forgotten Eastern European wine countries are served here. Although the history of wine making started here, these countries are often forgotten in the wine world. If you have become curious about all kinds of wines, you can do a wine tasting in the wine bar, where you can choose which ones you want to taste. In addition to the appetizer platters that change weekly, there are also main courses on the menu.
Southern Market
The zuiderMRKT is a small, cozy, weekly neighborhood market. Unique due to its cooperative character. The cooperative consists of members - enthusiastic local residents - who warmly support the market and help out at the market and in the vegetable stall. The members jointly determine the range of all stalls. They buy vegetables and fruit directly from the farmer, to sell them for fair prices on the zuiderMRKT square.
1071 HR Amsterdam
Galerie Bildhalle
Bildhalle was originally founded as a Swiss gallery specializing in classical and contemporary photography. The gallery now has branches in Zurich and Amsterdam. Since its founding by Mirjam Cavegn in 2013, the gallery has developed into one of the most respected photo galleries in Switzerland. In October 2021, Bildhalle continued its growth with the opening of a second gallery on Willemsparkweg in Amsterdam. Here, the gallery presents a carefully selected collection of Dutch and international artists, ranging from emerging talent to established photographers.
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Hama Gallery
At Hama Gallery, they believe that a gallery is a boundless meeting place where art and people come together. The goal is to make art more accessible by offering a unique experience that breaks with tradition. The gallery welcomes visitors with open arms, whether you walk in for a spontaneous visit, want an intimate private viewing, or want to celebrate art together with others during our festive openings and garden events.
