Country house for sale in Keizersgracht 109, Netherlands

Ground floor
The elegant stone steps at the front of the residence lead up to the front door. The imposing entrance hall with white marble and beautiful panelling is nearly five metres high. The hall gives into the front section of this floor, which is split up into two rooms in front of the patio and stairwell and leads to the atelier/living room in the back with its view of the lovely, well-appointed garden. This space opens into the study, which could also be used as extra storage space for the atelier.

Semi-basement
The semi-basement has its own door from the street, which makes it practical if one wishes to store bicycles here. This floor is currently largely in use as a storage space, technical system room, and laundry room. The kitchen is also on this floor overlooking the patio, with a traditional ambiance yet full modern facilities including an aga stove and a range of built-in appliances. The garden room serves as a transition towards the wonderful, romantic garden and terrace, with a large table for pleasant family dinners in summer.

First floor
The spacious, artistically furnished living room overlooks the canal and is nearly three metres high. It is a pleasant space with a large worktable and built-in cabinets along one wall, with natural light entry from the patio. The kitchen on this floor was renovated in 2015 and is modern and sober. The quiet rear section of this floor consists of a large bedroom with spacious built-in closet space and a well-appointed, timeless bathroom with bath and walk-in shower.

Second floor
In the library on the second floor, sunlight reflects off the canal and onto the ceiling on a cloudless day. A wonderful space to read and discuss life’s vagaries with a small group of friends. The library shelves and hidden heating elements contribute to the intimate yet well-organised space. This floor also features two sizeable bedrooms with en-suite bathroom. The simple but well-maintained bathroom is equipped with a bath, washbasin, and toilet.

Third floor
This floor comprises a self-contained unit with a dormer window overlooking the canal. A wonderful space indeed. The bathroom is equipped with a bath, washbasin, and separate toilet and the pantry against the back wall is equipped with every amenity. The rest of this floor is used as a huge attic for storage, and there is a separate bathroom with shower and washbasin.

Garden
The romantic southeast-facing garden at the back of the property is nearly 20 metres deep. In the back is a beautiful old willow tree that provides shade and a fantastic green view. The terrace adjoining the garden room is a lovely quiet spot for lunch or reading a book.

Neighbourhood
The area around Keizersgracht 109 is one of Amsterdam’s most picturesque and charming districts. In the heart of the city, this neighbourhood offers a unique mix of historic beauty and modern vibrancy.
Keizersgracht itself is one of the most famous canals in Amsterdam. With Herengracht and Prinsengracht, it is part of the iconic canal ring that is listed as one of unesco’s World Heritage Sites. The canals are lined with elegant 17th-century residences with their characteristic majestic façades and traditional facing.
The area boasts a wealth of culture and history, with countless galleries, art and antiques shops, interspaced with trendy boutiques, designer shops, and local craft shops along the canals. The area is also famous for its lively eateries and cafés, with a wide range of restaurants, cafés, and bars ranging from cosy traditional pubs to chic gastronomic establishments.

Moreover, the area around Keizersgracht 109 is perfectly situated near a range of other metropolitan attractions, With Anne Frank House, the Jordaan neighbourhood and Dam square within walking distance.

Accessibility
The residence is near Brouwersgracht on the first section of Keizersgracht and therefore easily accessible by bicycle, on foot, and by public transport. The nearest tram stop is just a few minutes’ walk. Amsterdam Central Station with metro and international train connections is also within walking distance. The exit route via Haarlemmerhouttuinen and Westerdoksdijk/De Ruijterkade (S100) means that Amsterdam’s ring road with access to major motorways is, surprisingly, within easy reach.

Details
• Total living space over 480 m²
• Deep, sunny back garden nearly 100 m2
• Excellent peaceful location on freehold property
• Excellent condition
• Last internal renovations in 2015 and 2020
• Painting done in 2021
• Domotics system
• Urban conservation area
• Part of unesco World Heritage Site