SPECTACULAR HIGH-END TOWNHOUSE WITH BAUHAUS ALLURE IN WATERGRAAFSMEER

Set along one of the most beautiful avenues in the Watergraafsmeer, this exceptional townhouse offers a rare harmony between historic character and contemporary design. Behind the classical façade with stained-glass windows and a distinctive bay window unfolds a spectacular home with Bauhaus influences, steel detailing, and an iconic six-metre-high glass rear façade. In 2017, the property was completely redeveloped to a very high standard under the architecture of Jeroen van Mechelen into a unique residence consisting of a three-level lower house and a self-contained apartment on the top floor. Here, historic grandeur and contemporary architecture merge into a living experience that feels both intimate and impressive.

LAYOUT

Bel étage, lower ground floor and ground floor

Behind the beautifully restored classical façade, the entrance leads to the bel étage, with on the right-hand side the entrance to the main residence and on the left a private staircase leading to the apartment on the uppermost floor (second floor).

Behind the front door, the loft-like living area opens up across three levels. Bathed in natural light thanks to the six-metre-high glass rear façade, both the living room and kitchen overlook the garden of approximately 60 sqm. The kitchen, centred around an island, is fitted with chef-quality appliances including a freestanding cooker, Gaggenau oven and steam oven, Quooker tap, and bespoke cabinetry.

In the lower ground floor, a sauna made of Espen wood was installed in 2024, alongside a shower and washbasin fitted with Hotbath taps. This level also includes a WC and technical room housing the central heating system, waste water pump, pressure booster, water purification system, and water softener.

First floor

Via the steel staircase, you reach the sleeping floor. At the rear is a spacious principal bedroom with an en suite bathroom featuring a walk-in shower, freestanding bathtub, washbasin, bespoke wardrobes, and an integrated vanity desk. Adjacent is a full-width balcony fitted with special hinges allowing the doors to open completely, creating an ideal connection to the morning sun.

At the front is the second spacious bedroom, featuring the traditional bay window and stained-glass details. This room also benefits from bespoke wardrobes and an integrated desk. From the landing, a newly added bathroom (2024) provides a WC, walk-in shower, and washbasin. Opposite is a generous walk-in wardrobe.

Second floor (self-contained apartment) with roof terrace

The top floor functions as a fully self-contained apartment with an open kitchen and living area, connected to a full-width balcony. From here, there is access to the generous roof terrace with open views across the Watergraafsmeer.

The bedroom is situated at the front and fitted with built-in wardrobes and a dormer window. Adjacent is the bathroom with bathtub, walk-in shower, and washbasin.

LOCATION

This part of Amsterdam combines architectural calm, greenery and a distinctly village-like rhythm, while remaining exceptionally connected to the city centre.

Linnaeusparkweg represents prime residential living at its best. Within walking distance are culinary destinations such as De Kas, Merkelbach and Numero Zero, while the current owners particularly appreciate neighbourhood favourites such as Restaurant Nomads, The Cottage and Badhuis Amsterdam for their relaxed atmosphere and local character.

For daily shopping and delicacies, Christiaan Huygensplein and the Middenweg are just around the corner, offering artisan bakeries, delicatessens and excellent local specialty stores.

The neighbourhood is green and family-friendly, with Park Frankendael almost as your backyard, while some of Amsterdam’s most appreciated schools are within easy reach. Access to the A10 ring road and public transport, including tram 19, several bus lines and stations such as Science Park and Amstel, is excellent.