Unique recreational home at Vinkeveense Plassen. Nestled among water and greenery, this unique recreational home offers absolute privacy and direct access to the water from your garden. This detached property, set on a 1,610 m² plot, presents a rare opportunity for waterfront living.
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The living area of nearly 65 m² features large windows that flood the space with natural light. A corner fireplace adds warmth and ambiance during the winter months. The open kitchen, complete with an island and bar, is equipped with luxurious built-in appliances. The entire ground floor is adorned with a beautiful brick floor.
The first floor comprises four comfortable bedrooms, each with skylights or dormer windows for additional daylight. The rear bedroom has access to a balcony. The spacious bathroom includes a bathtub, shower, toilet, and double sink. There is a second, smaller bathroom on the ground floor. Under the sloping roof, there is ample storage and closet space.
The garden, approximately 1,255 m², is surrounded by mature greenery, providing shelter and privacy. Around the house, there is a deck terrace and veranda, as well as a boat dock. A detached wooden shed offers extra storage or workspace.
What the owners will miss
"The peace, space, and nature, enjoying drinks and BBQs with friends, taking a dip in the lake on lazy summer days. And being so close to Amsterdam that you can commute even on workdays or quickly drop off your kids. This house, this place has it all. We are leaving with a heavy heart. We are confident the new owner will be incredibly happy here."
Neighborhood
Located in Park Eilinzon, the oldest recreational area at Vinkeveense Plassen, you will enjoy plenty of privacy thanks to the mature trees and large plots. The name Eilinzon is a play on "Island in the Sun," aptly describing its beautiful location.
The Vinkeveense Plassen, connected to the Amstel via the Winkel, Waver, and Holendrecht rivers, were created through peat extraction. The current elongated islands, or "legakkers," were historically used as drying fields for peat. After peat extraction, peat lakes remained, and later, sand was extracted for the construction of the Bijlmermeer and the A2 highway, resulting in depths of up to 50 meters.
These lakes offer recreational and nature opportunities and are part of the Natuur Netwerk Nederland. The 12 sand islands in the North Lake have mooring facilities and swimming spots, ideal for boating enthusiasts. Island 4 features a diving zone, and the sand islands allow mooring for up to three 24-hour periods.
Key details
- Living area: Approximately 129 m²
- Plot: Approximately 1,610 m² surrounding the property
- Leasehold: Located on leasehold land from Waterschap Amstel, Gooi and Vecht, with an annual fee of €3,424.16
- Renovation: Renovated in 2020/2021
- Parking: Private parking space
- Private Harbor: Boat dock
- Privacy: High level of privacy
- Bedrooms: Four
- Bathrooms: Two
Island in the Sun
Just 15 minutes from Amsterdam, this unique recreational home sits on the Vinkeveense Plassen, surrounded by water and greenery. Enjoy absolute privacy and step directly from the garden onto your boat to explore the beautiful nature. This detached home on a plot of 1,610 m² offers a unique opportunity to live by the water.
Daniël de Bont | Real Estate Agent Broersma Residential
Architecture
The home was architecturally renovated in 2020 to meet modern standards. The influx of natural light and the use of wood create a ‘lake house’ ambiance, evident by the stone flooring, wooden beam ceilings, and wooden walls. Situated in Park Eilinzon, the oldest recreational area on the Vinkeveense Plassen, you will enjoy great privacy provided by mature trees and expansive plots. The name Eilinzon, a play on “Island in the Sun,” perfectly captures the exquisite location.
Living and cooking
Upon entering the side entrance, the hallway guides you to a space with a washbasin, washing machine connection, toilet, and shower room, perfect for freshening up after a day on the water. The living area, spanning nearly 65 m², is bathed in natural light through large windows. A corner fireplace adds ambiance and warmth during the winter months. French doors open onto the deck terrace and spacious garden. The open kitchen, featuring an island and bar, is equipped with high-end built-in appliances. The entire ground floor is beautifully finished with a stylish brick floor.
Sleeping and bathing
The first floor boasts four comfortable bedrooms, each featuring skylights or dormer windows for additional daylight. The rear bedroom offers access to a balcony. The spacious bathroom includes a bathtub, shower, toilet, and double washbasin. On the ground floor, there is a second, smaller bathroom available. Under the slanted roof, you’ll find ample storage and closet space.
The garden
The garden, spanning approximately 1,255 m², is surrounded by mature greenery, providing both shelter and privacy. Around the house lies a decked terrace and veranda, where one can enjoy the sun throughout the day. There is a mooring for a boat, perfect for a relaxing day on the Vinkeveense Plassen. A detached wooden shed offers additional storage or workspace.
The Vinkeveen lake area is renowned for its clear waters and recreational islands with beaches, making it ideal for leisure activities such as sailing, boating, and swimming. The decked terrace around the house offers ample opportunities for summer barbecues and cozy evenings by a fire pit. Included in the sale is a private parking space at the outer edge of the recreational park.
Buurtgids
De Vinkeveense Plassen, verbonden met de Amstel via de Winkel, Waver en Holendrecht, zijn ontstaan door turfwinning. De huidige langwerpige eilanden, of legakkers, werden vroeger gebruikt als droogvelden voor turf. Na turfwinning bleven veenplassen over, later werd zand gewonnen voor de bouw van de Bijlmermeer en de aanleg van de A2, waardoor de plassen tot 50 meter diep werden.
Deze plassen bieden recreatie- en natuurmogelijkheden en zijn onderdeel van het Natuur Netwerk Nederland. De 12 zandeilanden in de Noordplas hebben aanlegvoorzieningen en zwemplaatsen, ideaal voor varende recreanten. Eiland 4 heeft een duikzone en de zandeilanden mogen 3×24 uur worden afgemeerd.
Bereikbaarheid
Dankzij de centrale ligging zijn voorzieningen in Vinkeveen en Abcoude gemakkelijk bereikbaar. Het NS-treinstation van Abcoude is binnen 5 minuten met de auto of 15 minuten met de fiets te bereiken. De nabijheid van de A2 zorgt voor uitstekende bereikbaarheid met de auto.
Parkeergelegenheid
Het park is bereikbaar via een charmante dijkweg, met een eigen parkeerplaats aan de buitenrand van Eilinzon. Vanaf de hoofdparkeerplaats is het een korte wandeling over een sfeervol bospaadje naar nummer 105. Op een paar minuten lopen is er vrij parkeren voor gasten.
"The peace, space, and nature, enjoying drinks and BBQs with friends, taking a dip in the lake on lazy summer days. And being so close to Amsterdam that you can commute even on workdays or quickly drop off your kids."