luxury houses for sale Friesland, Netherlands

A One-of-a-Kind Property in the Heart of the Frisian Lakes Area Located in the heart of the South West Friesland Frisian Lakes region, this fantastic home is designed by renowned architect Gunnar Daan. Situated on a wide navigable waterway, the property offers phenomenal, panoramic views of the water and surrounding nature. The total plot size is 1,650 m², including a private docking harbor, a walking and dinghy jetty, and a separate wooden storage shed. The plot directly borders the wide water of the Grons, Flakke Brekken, and Oudegaaster Brekken. In addition, there are numerous beautiful boating routes in the immediate vicinity, including to the Grote Gaastmeer, Fluessen/Heegermeer, as well as stunning nature reserves and birdwatching areas. The area also offers bike routes to Workum, Oudega, and Heidenskip. By bike or ferry (within walking distance), you can cross to Nijhuizum and Workum, and follow the Brekkenpaed along the lakes to Oudega. Architect Gunnar Daan is known for designing a variety of objects, including houses, commercial buildings, sculptures, and furniture. TWA was founded in 1972 in Oosternijkerk by Gunnar Daan. Initially under his own name, the firm later became GDA Architects. In 2005, Bauke Tuinstra and Doeke van Wieren succeeded him, and the firm was renamed TWA Architects – the acronym 'TWA' also means 'two' in Frisian. Since 2004, they have been working from the former flour mill 'De Eendracht' in Burdaard on their projects. This spacious home is an architectural masterpiece, designed with timeless elegance and an emphasis on optimal living comfort. The building features ample natural light throughout, spacious rooms, built-in closets that are seamlessly integrated into the design, and a curved zinc roof structure that wraps around the interior. A raised veranda surrounds the house, allowing for panoramic sightlines from within. The layout includes a large living room, a kitchen-diner, and a study/bedroom overlooking the veranda. The property also includes a generous hallway with extensive built-in storage, a separate toilet, utility room, storage space, a second hallway with additional closet space, three bedrooms, and a full bathroom with a sauna. See detailed floor plans for more information. Due to the unique design and magnificent location, the asking price is in a higher price range and available upon request.

This richly decorated farmhouse, Marsicht, is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful farmhouses in Friesland! This spacious farmhouse, Marsicht, has been architecturally renovated and fully sustainable, made energy-neutral while retaining beautiful elements and creating comfortable living spaces with plenty of comfort. The farmhouse is situated on a beautifully secluded plot of 2,381 m² and faces the inner harbor at the front. Next to the farmhouse is a spacious driveway leading to the large garage—formerly a coach house—and a large barn with a storage attic. Gaastmeer is a beloved water sports destination in the heart of the Frisian lake district, with beautiful boating routes to the Oudegaaster Brekken, Fluessen/Heegermeer, and Workum. Additionally, Gaastmeer is surrounded by many beautiful nature reserves with varied cycling and walking routes, and ferry crossings to Workum. Gaastmeer is easily accessible from the A6, and via the water sports village of Heeg, you can reach Gaastmeer within 5 minutes. It is a charming and lively village with a supermarket, marinas, and restaurants. The nearby village of Heeg offers a primary school, a general practitioner's office, and various shops. Due to its central location, the towns of Workum and Sneek are also easily accessible by bike and public transport. Historically, Gaastmeer was a wealthy village where eel trade once flourished. Gaastmeer was one of the most important export locations to London. Farmhouse Marsicht was built in 1875 at the request of Wieger Jans Visser. The building was used as an office and storage for provisions for the crew of eel barges. The Visser family was a co-founder of the eel trade in London. The current owners have renovated Marsicht into a comfortable home that is also future-proof, using excellent materials while preserving the original gentleman’s room with a box bed, a cozy living room with high ceilings, and sturdy beams. Additionally, the building has been made sustainable and energy-neutral with high insulation values, a geothermal heat pump (underfloor heating and cooling), 36 solar panels, HR++ glazing, and a heat recovery unit. A central vacuum system and water softener add extra comfort. In addition to residential living, the farmhouse offers various possibilities for an office, studio, or bed and breakfast.

This stunning detached canal house from the Renaissance, with its richly decorated facade and double stepped gable, exudes a sense of grandeur and refinement. The sculptures and detailed decorations possess a timeless beauty. Located magnificently along the city canal in the Eleven Cities and car-free fortified town of Sloten, it offers open water connections to all Frisian lakes and the IJsselmeer. Sloten is centrally located in the southwestern corner of Friesland and is part of the municipality of De Fryske Marren. From Sloten, there is a direct open water connection to the Slotermeer/Fluessen and to the Brekken, heading toward the IJsselmeer. The varied sailing routes take you through beautiful nature reserves and various water sports villages. There are good mooring facilities along the city canal in front of the house. Sloten offers a good range of amenities, marinas, and restaurants. The property is a national monument, with the right side built in 1610 and the left side in 1671. The house has been inhabited by Frisian administrators and notables and has a rich history. Since 1671, it has always been used as a single residence. In the late 18th century, the adjacent Reformed Church acquired the property as a parsonage. In 1971, it was purchased by the then Chief Government Architect, Ir. J.J.M. Vegter, who thoroughly restored it in the following years, preserving its 17th and 18th-century character. The charming square 17th-century rooms provide plenty of natural light and a warm, homely atmosphere. The thick walls keep the rooms cool in summer and retain warmth in winter. The attics are equipped with Velux tilt windows. Moreover, the house is equipped with a heat pump. The property sits on a spacious plot of 1564 m² and features a charming garden at the rear with a sun terrace, various blooming borders, trees providing shaded spots, a gazebo with a shaded terrace, a private driveway with a double garage, and a wooden shed.

AT THE IJSELMEER IN A HISTORIC LOCATIONAt Het Rode Klif (It Reaklif), part of the idyllic hamlet of Skarl, lies this spacious, detached house with several outbuildings and a guest accommodation, where the Frisian meadows transition into the IJsselmeer coast. Anyone who has cycled part of the Eleven Cities Route can surely tell you that the area from Oudemirdum to Stavoren is exceptionally beautiful, and no one will have missed the unique location of Skarl 21 when climbing Het Rode Klif. As you drive up the 80-meter-long driveway lined with majestic trees from the dike, you will feel how the space and serenity of this special place embrace you. The property, sheltered by abundant greenery, is surrounded by expansive views towards the IJsselmeer on one side and rolling meadows on the other. A location where you can unobstructedly watch the sun rise from the terrace on the east side and follow its movement throughout the day, until you can see it set late in the evening from your own orchard behind the dike.A MIX OF CHARACTER AND MODERN COMFORTFrom the generous (84m²) open-plan kitchen and living area, you can see how beautifully the old, smaller house built around 1919 has been combined with a more recent addition constructed in 2009. This results in a blend of charm and contemporary comfort. The older part has, of course, been fully modernized and offers all the comfort you would expect. The spacious kitchen, with an inviting centrally located island, forms the heart of the home. There’s plenty of space to enjoy long dinners with family and friends around the large dining table that invites cozy gatherings. The new section of the house features a bright, very spacious living room where you can truly relax. From every corner of the living room, you can enjoy the sweeping views over the meadows where the neighbors' cows graze peacefully, where wading birds forage, where raptors soar, and where hares dart around while deer graze calmly. The back corner of the living room is perfect for a home cinema with ample space for enjoyable and relaxing viewing. Of course, attention must also be given to the spacious conservatory with French doors leading to the garden, which can be used for various purposes—simply as a quiet place to read a book, listen to good music, or perhaps as an office space. In addition to all this beauty, there are functional spaces on the ground floor, including a spacious hall with an entrance and staircase to the upper floor, a shower room perfect after water activities in the IJsselmeer, a separate toilet, a utility room with space for laundry appliances, and a spacious cellar with standing height that is also accessible from the hall.TRANQUILITY AND PRIVACY WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWSThe pièce de résistance on the upper floor is the lounge with 7 Velux windows and a large panoramic window overlooking the IJsselmeer; the view is spectacular and endless. The IJsselmeer stretches unobstructed before you while you are surrounded by meadows, with Laaksum, the smallest harbor in Europe, visible in the distance, and on your right, the outlines of Enkhuizen, where you could, quite literally, count the number of buildings along the water on a clear day. Here in the lounge, you can truly experience Vivaldi’s Four Seasons with ever-changing nature. For the current residents, this room is a sanctuary where the busyness of the world fades away. Whether you are gazing at the drifting Frisian skies or enjoying the cows leisurely wandering through the landscape or along the dike, nature feels almost tangible here. The light streaming in through the large windows creates an atmosphere of tranquility and serenity, making it an ideal place to relax, recharge, or simply doze off. There are two bedrooms, one on the north side and one on the south side, with the latter being a favorite due to the large balcony with phenomenal views over the IJsselmeer. On clear days, you can see Enkhuizen and Medemblik across the water. This floor also has a large bathroom with a bath and separate shower, as well as a toilet. The spacious landing features several tall and deep built-in closets.A PROPERTY FULL OF POSSIBILITIESThe estate is just as impressive as the house itself. With a plot of 10,795 m², of which approximately 2,000 m² is residential area, there is ample space for outdoor living and personal interpretation. To the north of the tree line along the driveway lies a rolling meadow that beautifully reflects the characteristic landscape of Het Rode Klif. A 100-meter-long, winter-hardy green beech hedge forms a natural boundary from the neighbors' property. In this meadow, there is a variety of 14 fruit trees, including apples, pears, and plums. On the south side of the estate, there is an even larger meadow that follows the same rolling lines characteristic of the unique location at Het Rode Klif. Historically, the land was used for agriculture and remains fertile, offering plenty of opportunities for gardening or creating your own vegetable garden or food forest. Naturally, keeping sheep, goats, or horses is also an option. On the estate, there is a variety of outbuildings: a carport suitable for two cars, a spacious garage with an attached second large barn, a chicken coop, and a self-sufficient guest accommodation of 34 m², ideal for family and friends.SUSTAINABLE LIVING WITH ENERGY LABEL AThe house is fully insulated and, in addition to a solar boiler for preheating tap water, is equipped with 12 solar panels. There is underfloor heating in the new part of the house, as well as in the conservatory and bathroom on the upper floor, which adds extra comfort during the colder months. In the earlier built section on the ground floor, there are several radiators, and on the upper floor, radiators have also been installed in all rooms. In the living room, there is a pellet stove that has been installed for a year now.THE MAGIC OF THE IJSELMEER AT YOUR DOORSTEP The current residents are 100% convinced that the new residents will also be joyful every day from taking a walk from their own estate to the IJsselmeer… you simply walk down your own driveway to the dike, cross it, and then descend to one of the quiet beaches along the IJsselmeer. From these almost 'private beaches,' you can enjoy swimming, paddleboarding, surfing, or canoeing. For kite surfers, there is the popular kite surfing beach of Mirns just five minutes away by car, as well as the kite surfing beach of Stavoren, which you can reach by bike in just five minutes. For other water sports, such as sailing, the harbors of Warns and Stavoren are nearby. Living at Skarl 21 allows you to effortlessly combine daily life with water fun, all just a stone's throw from your own home. This beautiful place offers not just a house but a rare opportunity to find your own piece of peace and freedom in Friesland.SPECIAL FEATURES- Year of construction 1919/2009 - Energy label A - Directly at the IJsselmeer - Incredibly beautiful, quiet, free natural location - 240m² of living space - Spacious living room, open kitchen, and master bedroom, all with panoramic views - 3 bedrooms (4 possible), 2 bathrooms - Detached guest accommodation; kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom - Residential area of approximately 2,000m² with about 8,795m² of meadow and many outbuildings.WARNS The village of Warns is located in Southwest Friesland and is part of the municipality of Súdwest-Fryslân. It is notable for its unique location between the IJsselmeer and Frisian lakes and the rolling wooded Gaasterland. Forests, water, sandy beaches, expansive green views, and beautiful skies offer plenty of peace, space, and healthy outdoor living. This ribbon village along the IJsselmeer is primarily oriented towards water recreation, with several marinas and boating companies. It has good facilities, such as an excellent primary school, sports clubs, a doctor's office, cafes, and public transport. Many activities for young and old take place at the village cultural house De Spylder in the areas of theater, film, and music. The artistic village has an active association life. The tourist towns of Stavoren, Hindeloopen, Workum, and the smallest European fishing harbor, Laaksum, are in the nearby area if you follow the road along the IJsselmeer. From Stavoren, there is a direct train connection to Sneek (30 minutes) and Leeuwarden (50 minutes). Amsterdam and Utrecht can be reached within 1.5 hours, and Groningen and Zwolle within 1 hour.

Zero-Energy Home, Wellness, Hunting Lodge, Silence, Stables, Riding Arena, Meadow by Van Harinxmakanaal!The tranquility and privacy in the middle of greenery and the natural experience around this home are indescribable but can certainly be felt. A literally hidden spot, next to the Van Harinxmakanaal, where you can see the masts of boats passing by in the distance from the house as a silent witness. The peace is at most interrupted by the braying of a donkey, the neighing of a horse, and a dog chasing a flying pheasant. The sunrise through the misty haze, where your horse happily greets you during the first feeding early in the morning, and you take a walk with your dog unnoticed in your pajamas around your own domain. The kids launch the boat into the water for a short trip to the center of Harlingen for a cozy lunch. Enjoy the sauna and jacuzzi as you watch the red sun set into the water. In the summer, with the glass doors open, and in the winter, cozying up with friends by the wood-burning stove in the hunting lodge; this oasis offers everything for the perfect home, making you never want to leave.The serene peace, the ever-changing Frisian skies, the wildlife that comes and goes in your own meadow (approx. 1.8 ha), the horses at home with their own 20x40 riding arena, and all this with bustling and friendly Harlingen just around the corner and a connection to the west within an hour via the Afsluitdijk.The charming, fully insulated, nearly energy-neutral home was built in 2019. Sustainable and low-maintenance materials such as IPE hardwood cladding, luxurious wide overhangs, 40 solar panels, a heat pump, flat tiles, zinc, and plastic were used. Privacy, relaxation, and a connection to nature were the main focus in the design. The stylish black-stained outbuildings, currently used as a sauna, wellness area, hunting lodge, wood storage, spacious insulated storage/workshop, stables, and equipment/boat storage, offer every possibility for maximum living enjoyment.This is fully private, in a hidden lane, living in silence outside the city, yet with all amenities in Franeker or Harlingen (with the ferry to the Wadden Islands) within cycling distance!LAYOUTGROUND FLOOR The entrance of the house is located on the east side, with space for a wardrobe in the hallway, which also provides access to the guest toilet. The living room is situated on the sunny southwest side of the house. When you enter this bright space, you immediately feel at home. This is due to the charming high wooden ceilings with beautiful heavy beams, the cozy lounge area by the wood stove, and the floor-to-ceiling windows offering endless views of the nature; the stylish garden, the fruit trees, the animals in the meadow, the wildlife around the house, and the ever-changing Frisian skies. There is no traffic here!The open living kitchen is a joy in itself—a place where there is often a lot of socializing while cooking. The open glass accordion sliding doors to the indoor terrace are almost always open, thanks to the sheltered location created by the surrounding outbuildings. This way, the garden is fully integrated into the indoor living space. The kitchen has a sturdy stainless steel cooking/washing island and is equipped with all luxuries; a large induction cooktop with integrated extraction, an extra-large sink with a boiling water tap, and the sleek black floor-to-ceiling cabinet wall houses an integrated coffee machine and combi-oven. The utility room, with connections for washing appliances, is tastefully hidden in the extension behind a cabinet wall in the same style as the kitchen.From the dining area, directly adjacent to the kitchen, there is also a beautiful view of the garden, the fields, and the horse arena. There is also another door to the outside here. The entire ground floor is fitted with a wooden PVC floor with high skirting boards and underfloor heating.UPPER FLOORThe landing provides access to two spacious bedrooms, a bathroom, and plenty of storage space under the eaves on the landing. The charming, spacious master bedroom with two walk-in closets under the sloping roof is located on the south side and has floor-to-ceiling windows with a French balcony, overlooking the green meadows with the Van Harinxmakanaal beyond. Here you wake up happy, energized, and ready to start the day. The chic bathroom with stylish Italian tiles has a slightly elevated window in the wide dormer. The bathroom features a walk-in shower, toilet, and washbasin cabinet. The second spacious bedroom is located on the northeast side and offers a beautiful view of the green meadow landscape.ATTICThe storage attic is accessible via a loose ladder in the second bedroom.GARDEN HOUSE The outbuildings, arranged in a courtyard style with the house, give the garden a secluded and intimate atmosphere. In the stylishly wooden insulated garden house with 3 glass sliding doors and a wide canopy, a true hunting lodge and wellness area are situated. The outdoor kitchen connects the entire space with the main house. If desired, this can easily be integrated into the indoor space. The wellness and hunting lodge are rustically paneled on the inside and equipped with wood stoves, spotlights, a jacuzzi, sauna, steam shower, electricity, and water. A fantastic space that maximizes the living experience and invites gatherings with friends.GARAGEThe space for wood storage is enormous and adjoins the even larger garage. This part of the courtyard setup is built in the same style as the garden house. The garage/storage is an insulated space with electricity.STABLESHalfway along the driveway is the stable complex. There are two spacious horse boxes in succession with an indoor grooming area with hot and cold running water in the middle, followed by a fodder/saddle room, and then a smaller stable where Jil, the elderly donkey, resides. From the stable, there is access to the horse pasture behind (over 1.7 ha) and also the well-drained 20x40m riding arena with a soft surface and outdoor lighting opposite.EQUIPMENT/BOAT STORAGEOn a solid foundation, a plastic sliding cover has been placed, currently used for tractor and boat storage.GARDEN/PLOT/MEADOW The driveway to the house, garages, and stable is covered with gravel with flower borders edged with corten steel and garden lighting. There is ample parking on the property, both at the stables and the house, for multiple cars. The garden directly around the house has several terraces in sun and shade, offering beautiful views from all angles over varying natural areas and the passing sailboats, pleasure yachts, and commercial vessels. The sheltered courtyard garden with the 4 linden trees, beautiful lighting, and outdoor kitchen offers the utmost privacy. There are many types of fruit trees, berry bushes, shrubs, and flower borders in the garden. The over 1.7 ha meadow, bordered by a ditch, has two access points and is located directly behind the stables along the Van Harinxmakanaal. In the current situation, the horses graze on the plot behind the house, but in the new situation, due to land consolidation, this will change to the front (canal and view side) of the house. The 20x40 riding arena is well-drained and equipped with a soft surface and lighting.SPECIAL FEATURES - Built in 2019 - Energy label A, nearly energy-neutral with heat pump and 40 solar panels - Unpredictably beautiful, quiet, free natural location by Van Harinxmakanaal - Spacious living room, kitchen, and master bedroom, all with panoramic views - Extra living space through courtyard-arranged outbuildings such as sauna, wellness, hunting lodge - Ample wood storage, insulated workshop/garage - Large garden plot (3740m2) around the house - Over 1.7 ha of meadow by the stable (new situation) - 3 stables with grooming area and storage - Drained 20x40m riding arena with lighting - Solid foundation equipment/boat cover - Boat slipway directly in front of the electric entrance gate HERBAIJUM Herbaijum is a mound village, located between Harlingen and Franeker. All amenities such as shops, schools, theater, museums, restaurants, and of course the Wadden Sea or ferry from Harlingen to the islands are within cycling distance. It is a charming rural village with a good sense of community where many activities are still organized for young and old. And how lovely is it to take the RIB over the Van Harinxmakanaal for a meal or a drink at one of the many terraces on the Noorder- or Zuiderhaven?!

A gorgeous, restored farmhouse located in a most picturesque Frisian village. The authentic, monumental thatch-roofed farmhouse, built in traditional Frisian manner, offers a delightful residence and an equally luxurious guest house. The farm house harbors a luxury apartment with separate entrance, as well as five guest rooms with own bath facilities and one communal living area. If the weather allows for it, take a dip in the outdoor pool! The nearby situated nature reserve is excellent for long hikes and adventurous cycling tours. The Frisian cities of Boslward, Franeker, Harlingen, Hindeloopen, Lemmer, Leeuwarden and Sneek are all within a 30-minute drive. Chill out Frisian style!