luxury villa for sale Almere, Netherlands

More than a century ago, construction began on this large, attractive country house in romantic Gooische Landhuis style, beautifully situated on an exceptionally generous plot of 5,000 m2. And now 100 years later, this impressive national monument with 537m2 of living space becomes available for only the 3rd time. The house is well integrated into its surroundings and has a high ensemble value. At the front a little back from the leafy avenue between Laren and Blaricum where a group of pines separates the house from the avenue. At the rear, there is an open view of the park-like garden with a north-south axis, a pond and terraces. Bordering nature reserve The Goois Nature Reserve with heath, forest and shifting sands. Strategically located between the cozy Laren and the old village of Blaricum. Villa Oranjestein, was built between 1919 and 1922 to a design by architect W. Hamdorff, commissioned by Mr W. Ouweleen. This was Hamdorff's first commission for a large country house in the romantic Gooi country house style. Wouter Hamdorff (1890-1965) worked as an architect mainly in the Gooi region. The influence of the Amsterdam School is strongly present in his work. The new country house was based on the traditional buildings of the region. Through the use of natural materials (brick, wood and straw), the building fits into the rural environment. Ground floor Through the three steps you open the front door to the spacious entrance hall with cloakroom and toilet, followed by the study. The living room is oriented towards the garden and what catches the eye is the beautiful woodwork, the stained glass windows, the original service cupboard and the robust beamed ceiling. Special is the adjoining octagonal hall or small dance hall, with a magnificent height of more than two floors. There is a fireplace with sofas on both sides and the classic gramophone is certainly in its place here. And on the first floor, the platform for the little orchestra. Next to it is the oval dining room. Through the hall, you reach the children's playroom and the kitchen. The kitchen is spacious and comfortable with a country feel and various appliances. Central the round dining table and beautiful view over the front garden. Adjacent is the practical utility room with storage cupboards. Through the hall with toilet you have access to the double garage with space for 2 cars. Via a staircase you reach the attic above the garage. First floor The floor has a spacious landing with loft (above the hall) which provides access to six bedrooms, two bathrooms and a separate toilet. At the rear, two bedrooms with landing and stunning views over the entire garden. Adjacent is the bathroom with double washbasin, shower and bathtub. At the front a bedroom with balcony and the other bedrooms. The second bathroom has double sinks, shower and toilet. Second floor Through the staircase you reach the second floor for guesthouse or au pair where the seventh bedroom and third bathroom is located. The bathroom has a sink, bathtub and toilet. There is also a storage room and spacious storage attic. Basement The basement with standing height consists of a hallway, storage room, wine cellar and storage space. Garden The park-like garden is beautiful, under architecture with north-south axis landscaped and partly protected. At the rear adjoins the raised terrace with masonry walls with below the terrace the pond. The garden is spacious, offers privacy and there is a variety of greenery. The driveway for the house provides ample parking for several cars. In the garden the outbuilding / barn with more than enough storage space.

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT IN A HIGH-END RESIDENTIAL AREA IN BAARN You need to know where to look or you will have passed it already. From the Hertog Hendriklaan, only a small part of the villa can be spotted. And even at the front door, you will have no idea of what to expect. This villa truly unfolds itself when you step inside, and after you explored every nook and cranny, you'll never forget it. And you won’t want to. This villa is a hidden gem and now it can be yours! Interior From the hall, on your way to the bright and airy living room/dining area, you pass the large study and the stairwell, where you catch a glimpse of the garden. The square shape of the living area and the large windows looking out to the garden reveal the villa's unique architecture. A few steps down lead to the kitchen, which has recently been completely refurbished and includes all the appliances you can imagine. The kitchen gives access to the long back garden where the high and ancient trees were retained in the garden design, guaranteeing the residents’ privacy. The garden has a no-nonsense layout with bold borders, a lawn, and a lounge/dining/BBQ corner surrounded by fixed wooden benches. It would be easy to realise a swimming pool here as well. Turning around, looking back to the house, you instantly understand that this is a truly unique residence. The villa's structure consists of three block-shaped pavilions, each of them crowned with a low pyramid hip roof. Wide wooden stairs lead to the veranda of the centre pavilion that includes the living room/dining area. The long, solid wooden stiles in the windows are a striking feature. They ensure your privacy when you are in the living room while you still have unobstructed views of the garden. Walking around the villa from the kitchen, you will discover a cosy courtyard garden. This is where you can see that the villa was built with two types of bricks; one type is of the so-called ‘Hilversum size’ that was specially designed by the renowned architect W.M. Dudok. He also used this type of brick for the town hall in Hilversum. Hence the name. A staircase leads to a higher positioned, secluded terrace where you can sit comfortably even during the winter. Frank Lloyd Wright The villa will give you a feeling of being in America. The balanced appearance of the villa radiates peace and tranquillity. Where may you have seen this before? The main source of inspiration for the villa’s design was the architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The block-shaped pavilions with their slightly sloped roofs and large overhangs, the horizontal lines and solid chimney refer directly to his architectural style. Knowing this, you will notice more details such as the robust entrance gate, the natural stone accents and the ornamental layer – all typical features of Wright's style. The villa is obviously based on the ideas of the world-famous American architect, to the smallest details. The best below ground As befits a Frank Lloyd Wright design, the villa is relatively low. In this case, most of the residence' space can be found below ground level. Via the stairwell and a blind pivoting wall, you will reach the bedrooms that are partly below ground level but which all still have full-height windows letting in lots of natural light. This is also where the UPS room and the washroom are situated, and from where you can access the garage. Going down another floor, you will find yourself in an entirely different world. The splendid bar, which could easily feature in some American film, invites to entertain family and friends. A small staircase, enclosed by a wall with acoustic panels, leads to a totally insulated home cinema. You are now at a depth of 12.80 metres. This floor also includes a professional wine cellar, storage rooms, and an extensive technical room that will be the dream of any IT specialist. Treasure room The absolute ‘pièce de résistance’, the villa's treasure room, is the library that is divided over two floors connected by a magnificent wooden spiral staircase. You can literally see the influence of Frank Lloyd Wright in this room as this library is an exact copy of Wright's library in the house earlier designed by him (Chicago). The walls are lined with bookcases decorated with a cherry wood veneer layer. All the cherry wood was sourced from one orchard, so the patterns in the wood on the cupboard doors connect seamlessly. The wooden railing with its hundreds of balusters is crowned by a solid beam. The wonderful stained glass ‘window’ in the ceiling is a copy of the one in Wright's original library. Even the large square reading table has the same design, although this table was made in four parts as it was the only way to bring it inside. The chairs and lamps are more contemporary. In short Without a doubt, this is one of the most surprising and unconventional villas in Baarn. A house consisting of four floors, two of them deep below the surface. With the bright and sunny living quarters all being upstairs and the rooms for special occasions and moments of rest and relaxation below ground level. A unique home for a unique owner. LAYOUT Ground floor Study, living room/dining area, kitchen ‘Basement’ Master bedroom with a walk-in closet and spacious en-suite bathroom with a bath, double shower, washbasin, and separate toilet. Two smaller bedrooms with a shared bathroom (shower, washbasin) and a large guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom (shower, bath, washbasin, toilet). UPS room, large washroom and door to the garage. First downstairs floor Bar, the upper floor of the library, and technical room. Second downstairs floor Home cinema, the lower floor of the library, wine cellar, and storage rooms. Special features - building year 2001 - double glazing with blinds that can be pre-programmed - extensive home automation system (outdoor cameras, lighting, blinds, temperature regulation system, fire alarm, recycling pump, etc.) - bullet-proof glass - high-quality security system - advanced fire protection system - HiFi speakers in the ceiling - multi-room audio system - lift - garage for two cars, swivel plate, indoor access to the villa - wood storage in the sidewall of the garage ABOUT FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT (1867-1959) American architect Frank Lloyd Wright aimed for an organic architectural style, meaning that the architecture should be in harmony with its natural environment. His designs show a natural transition between the interior and exterior. Wright did not just focus on the buildings but also incorporated the environment. Wright is considered to be the founding father of modern American architecture. He also strongly influenced the development of modern architecture in Europe.

As you drive up leafy Doctor Mees ten Oeverlaan, you will come across this spacious, detached villa on a quiet cul-de-sac. A house with all amenities and situated on a large 1,160 sqm lot. The ingenuous placement of the house in the middle of the plot ensures plenty of on-lot parking, a lovely secluded garden with several terraces that backs on to water. Arterial roads are close-by, so this house is ideally situated for commuters to Amsterdam, 't Gooi or Utrecht. A wonderful place to call home! De villa was built in 1978 and thoroughly renovated, extended and remodeled in 2007. The villa is in immaculate condition, both structurally and aesthetically.! Ground floor The elegant hall is spacious and features natural stone (granite) stairs and an open gallery. The hall accesses the bedroom with a wardrobe wall (room is currently appointed as an office), the guest restroom with a wall-mounted toilet, the bathroom with a walk-in shower and sink, the pantry and of course the living room.), There is a large coat closet. The stunning granite flooring extends all the way through into the spacious living room. An intimate sitting area can be created around the Boley gas fireplace. Adjacent is the fabulously bright conservatory, which is currently used as a dining room. Continuing through to the garden, there is extra space in the living room that leads to the semi-open plan kitchen.This fully-equipped kitchen accesses the practical pantry. The kitchen and the pantry feature the same decor. The pantry has a door to the garden and another to the connecting garage with the fittings for the laundry station. The connecting storage is unique, and features abundant closet space and a large stainless steel sink. The built-in cabinets offer an amazing amount of storage space. First floorThe elegant staircase leads to the open gallery, with an automatic skylight, and through to the first floor. This level features four spacious bedrooms, one of which is appointed as a luxury walk-in closet. The generous bathroom features a luxurious, light decor and is fitted with a bathtub, walk-in shower, double vanity, toilet and bidet. The master bedroom is equipped with air conditioning and built-in closet space. The landing accesses the large storage room which also accommodates the central heating unit (Nefit 2009). The plot Your future driveway offers on-lot parking for several cars and a well-built double carport. The garden is beautifully landscaped with piled terraces and stunning flowerbeds with a variety of plants, all perfectly symmetrical. this beautifully landscaped garden is extremely sunny and offers complete privacy die to its positioning and size, the mature shrubs and trees. At the rear, the garden borders on decorative water. The large veranda at the rear of the home is a secluded spot, and is fitted with lighting and heaters, making it the perfect spot to enjoy not only those warm summer evenings, but also to sit outside in the early spring or late fall. The park-like garden is a beautiful backdrop that ensures complete privacy, and the jetty at the back allows you to take a refreshing dip in the water from your very own backyard. . Specific characteristics + gross residential floor area 371 sqm; + 5-burner gas cooktop with a Gaggenau range hood; + Quooker boiling water tap; + Bosch oven, microwave and dishwasher, 2021; + Miele refrigerator, 2021; + water softening system; + ground floor and first floor fully fitted with floor heating and radiators; + sprinkler system for the south-facing part of the garden; + painted and plastered in 2021; + LED lighting fitted in 2021; + all exterior facades sand-blasted and newly jointed in 2016; + new alarm system with response service; + electrics and water fitted for a potential outdoor kitchen; + garden point with water and power supply. In terms of floor area, luxury, comfort, amenities and details, this home exceeds all other! It would be our pleasure to show you this home, it will definitely amaze you! Interested in this home? Hire your own NVM estate agent to assist you throughout the purchase process. Your NVM estate agent will protect your interests and save you time, money and concerns. Addresses of other NVM estate agents in the Utrecht area are available on Funda. Wilnis (between Mijdrecht and Vinkeveen) is geographically located in the center of the Green Heart at 20 minutes by car from Amsterdam, Hilversum, Utrecht and Schiphol. Moreover, you can be in The Hague, Amersfoort or Alkmaar in 45 minutes. A perfect location in the Netherlands. Wilnis also offers a good range of amenities including a cozy village center, sports complex, (sports) clubs, a centrally located shopping center and several elementary school. Wilnis is home to a population of over 6,500. Wilnis is a residential area of the municipality of De Ronde Venen. Since the last reclassification on January 1, 2011, the municipality consists of eight village centers. These are: Abcoude, Amstelhoek, Baambrugge, De Hoef, Mijdrecht, Vinkeveen, Waverveen and Wilnis. The municipality of De Ronde Venen is a green and watery area. Located in the Green Heart, the municipality offers various possibilities for recreation and staying and enjoying the peace, space and nature. Some key data about the municipality can be found on the website of the province of Utrecht