Semi-penthouse in a super prime location with a view of Rijksmuseum. Spanning two fabulously spacious residential levels, exuding an atmosphere that aligns perfectly with the building's character while also offering ultimate luxury and contemporary comfort. A total floor area of 188 sqm, ideally laid-out and with elevator access; this property features an expansive living/dining room, an elegant, luxury kitchen with 3.30m tall ceilings, three spacious bedrooms, two luxury bathrooms and a separate study. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet. There is plenty of further closet space and a laundry. The home's numerous large windows allow daylight to pour in and in addition to a balcony, the property also features two roof terraces. The top terrace offers a unique view of the entire Museum Quarter. The well-presented central entrance and elevator lead to the home.
This excellent location means that Centrum, De Pijp, entire Oud Zuid borough and Vondelpark are all within walking distance.
The asking price is based on perpetual leasehold with ground rent bought off.
A tour
This spacious semi-penthouse apartment, with a total usable area of approximately 188 m² and an outdoor space of about 65 m², is exquisitely finished and exudes a characteristic charm, featuring a classic en suite room and luxurious amenities. A charming home. In addition to the generous living room, spanning 7.25 meters wide, the apartment boasts a tasteful kitchen-diner, a study, and a hallway on the second floor. The sleeping level above is generously laid out, comprising three bedrooms, a dressing area, two luxurious bathrooms, and a laundry room.
The apartment features two rooftop terraces, with the terrace on the fourth floor offering a 360º view, including a glimpse of the Rijksmuseum. The rooftop terrace is equipped with an automatic watering system and lighting.
The renovation took place in 2019 using high-quality materials and color schemes that preserve the character of the original construction. The structural condition is also excellent, including a new foundation. Dating back to 1890, the building boasts an attractive facade and a prestigious entrance. Access to the residence is provided by an elevator and a beautiful staircase. In addition to its luxury, the apartment retains its original grandeur, which is impressive and authentic. The spacious dimensions and high ceilings contribute to the apartment's sense of space and elegance.
What the owners will miss
“Enjoying drinks and dinner with family and friends on our spectacular roof terrace with stunning views on the Rijksmuseum is a true highlight.”
Area
Two centuries ago, the spot where Museumplein is now located featured farms. To create more residential space, construction of the Museum Quarter began here at the beginning of the last century. Featuring the signature style of architect Cuypers: responsible not only for the area's first homes but also for the design of Rijksmuseum in neo-Gothic style. This period is beautifully captured in the novel Public Works by Thomas Rosenboom. Together with Concertgebouw in the neo-Renaissance style, this building defines the character of the district.
With the arrival of Van Gogh Museum, Gerrit Rietveld's contemporary architecture also came to Museumplein. The range of restaurants, cafes and shops is as eclectic as the architectural styles and fits perfectly with the international allure of the neighborhood. Haute couture connoisseurs and buyers can visit P.C. Hooftstraat at fashion boutiques including Burberry, Ba&sh and Isabel Marant Étoile. An extraordinary feature of this neighborhood is that the Center, De Pijp and Amsterdam Zuid - with Vondelpark - are all within walking distance.
Parking
Parking is available through a permit system on the public roads (permit area South 8.1). With a parking permit for South 8.1, you're entitled to park in South-1, South-2, and South-8. A resident parking permit costs €186.29 every 6 months. Currently, there's a waiting period of 1 month for this permit area. A second parking permit is not possible in this area. In addition to street parking, free parking is also available at the Museumplein garage. (Source: Municipality of Amsterdam, April 2024).
Specifications
• Usable residential floor area approximately 188 sqm
• View of Rijksmuseum
• West-facing roof terrace, approximately 52 sqm
• Third-floor roof terrace, approximately 11 sqm
• Situated on ground lease land, owned by the municipality of Amsterdam
• Application submitted for the conversion to everlasting ground lease under favorable financial conditions
• The asking price includes the buyout of perpetual leasehold, which the current owners will complete.
• Monthly HOA charges of € 502,34
• High-speed elevator
• New foundation
• Renovated in 2019
• Municipal monument
• Protected national cityscape
This information was drafted with the utmost care. However, we are not liable for any unintended omission or inaccuracy, etcetera nor any consequences related thereto. All measurements and sizes are indicative only.
The Measurement Code is based on NEN2580 standards. The Measurement Code is intended to ensure a more universal survey method for indicating total net internal area (usable floor area). The Measurement Code cannot fully preclude discrepancies between individual surveys, due to e.g. differences regarding interpretation, rounding and restrictions to conducting measurement surveys.
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Previously, Broersma Wonen was involved with the property and as a consultant in its development and transformation. This special property in an unprecedented location had been occupied at the time by elderly lady and in almost entirely old and particularly neglected condition. The original allure was still hard to detect, but known from neighboring properties. The property was in need of a thorough renovation and, as a result of a new zoning plan, had been assigned a different use. Originally built as a stately family home in 1900, the zoning plan required the first floor and basement to be zoned office. A plan was then created and licensed for the property for transformation into an office and two residences. In order to realize this, permission was also required from monument conservation authorities and a new foundation turned out to be required.
The apartment encompasses the entire second and third floors with a roof terrace above. This lends the property a semi-penthouse feel; unoverlooked and spacious with unique views that the current residents enjoy on a daily basis. The grandeur of the building is not only experienced when taking in the front facade as a whole, but also right behind the front door. Even the main floor itself, with tall ceilings and pocket doors, still has that ambiance. This pairs beautifully with contemporary luxury in finishes and amenities. The result is a home with an authentic, timeless character.
Kees Kemp | Real Estate Agent Broersma Living
The building
The renovation saw the use of beautiful materials and color schemes. Sophisticated, while maintaining the character of the original build. The property is a municipal monument, so that the permits required that the original structure, facade and pocket doors were preserved.
The building, built in 1890, has a beautiful and restored facade and a well-presented entrance. The property is now accessible by elevator and a beautiful stairwell. In addition to the luxury, the original grandeur is still impressive and authentic. Its generous dimensions and tall ceilings lend the apartment a spacious look and feel.
The finishes are modern and offer contemporary comfort with underfloor heating, insulation and completely new technical equipment.
The Neo-Renaissance style / 1900 belt.
This architectural style was dominant in the second half of the 19th century: an era during which the Dutch Renaissance from the 16th century was reinterpreted. Characteristic of the Neo-Renaissance are the horizontal, natural stone layers between the masonry and the stepped gables, which are almost indistinguishable from those of the Renaissance era. The historical sentiment was now reinforced in the 1900 belt only by being even more exuberant with the decorations.
The elegant central entrance on the ground floor features the original marble finishes, woodwork and stained glass. The entrance serves both the office space on the ground floor as well as the residential unit on the first floor and this property.
The elevator leads to both residential units and there is a slow-rise staircase to the first floor, with the front doors to both.
Living, cooking, dining.
The main floor on the second level features a large hallway. This hall leads to the coat area and guest restroom, the kitchen/lounge, the living/dining room and the study. This hall also features the stairs up to the bedroom floor. The elevator leads to this level of the home.
This is an extremely generous place to call home, with spacious dimensions, abundant daylight entry and a stunning view. The living room faces the street and three windows offer a view of Rijksmuseum and Museumplein. The space includes a good dining area and a lounge area by the mantel.
The room features a soaring ceiling height of 3.30 meters, and pocket doors extend the space to the kitchen/lounge. A beautifully designed space with a centrally positioned chef’s island with stunning natural marble and elegant dark grey finishes. The kitchen features a full range of appliances including a wine refrigerator. The chef’s island and the light that pours in through the sunroom at the rear makes this an inviting space that is perfect for enjoying a glass of wine. The dining area in the living space, with a fabulous view is a phenomenal space for dinner parties.
This level also features a coat area with built-in closets, a separate restroom and an ingeniously laid-out study.
A consistent style: implementing the same materials and color scheme throughout.
Sleeping and bathing
The upstairs bedroom level features three spacious bedrooms, a dressing room and two luxury bathrooms.
The primary bedroom connects to the dressing room and the bathroom. This bathroom offers the luxury of a generous walk-in shower, a bathtub, toilet and a large double vanity. The room is clad in natural marble and Piet Boon designer faucets.
The other two bedrooms share a second bathroom, which has the same ambiance and finishes as the first bedroom.
The separate restroom, a laundry and a storage closet are off the landing. From here, there is also access to the roof terrace via an automatic skylight.
Outdoor spaces
The living room has a small but delightful balcony facing the street, with a view of Museumplein and Rijksmuseum. There are two roof terraces. The first is off the primary bedroom, and is accessible via French doors. The owners use this balcony frequently, as it is such a lovely spot from where to watch the sunset. The largest roof deck ono the fourth floor offers a 360-degree view of the city. Perfect on long summer evenings…
Neighborhood guide
In an extremely central location in Museum Quarter with a unique view of Rijksmuseum. Honthorststraat is situated between Jan Luijkenstraat and Paulus Potterstraat, or rather between P.C. Hooftstraat and Museumplein. Truly a prime location.
Within walking distance of all amenities including shops, restaurants, cultural venues and schools. Just a few minutes’ walking distance to Noord-Zuidlijn and all tram lines. The entrance to Vondelpark, P.C. Hooftstraat, museums and downtown are all literally just around the corner.
Accessibility
The property is easy to reach by car, as well as by public transportation. Trams 2, 3 and 12 and bus lines 347, 357 and 397 stop out front and around the corner. The bus to Schiphol also stops out front of the building, so that the airport is just an 18-minute commute away. An unequalled luxury. But of course, most destinations in the city are also within easy cycling distance of this central location.
Parking options
Parking is available through a permit system on the public roads (permit area South 8.1). With a parking permit for South 8.1, you’re entitled to park in South-1, South-2, and South-8. A resident parking permit costs €186.29 every 6 months. Currently, there’s a waiting period of 1 month for this permit area. A second parking permit is not possible in this area. In addition to street parking, it’s also possible to park for free in the Museumplein garage. (Source: Municipality of Amsterdam, April 2024).
What the owners will miss
As a family, we have been fortunate to live in beautiful cities and accommodations in Vienna, Geneva and Munich. But we have never been living in an apartment like this. This apartment is exceptional in many ways: magnificent views on the neighboring Museums quarter or the nearby Vondel Park, warm and bright feel in the apartment with perfect sun exposure, exceptional charm with high ceilings, fully renovated in a monument classified house. All set in a prime location which is central but quiet and allows great access to public transport to the main train station and the airport.
The apartment is spacious enough for a Family of four but given the perfect floorplan it is very livable as a couple as well, keeping two guestrooms for visitors. It is difficult to choose one favorite spot in the apartment as there are many – enjoying drinks and dinner with family and friends on our spectacular roof terrace with stunning views on the Rijksmuseum is a true highlight.
Having an elevator in the house is a luxury feature and very rare in monuments in Amsterdam.
In short: this apartment gives us the Amsterdam feel as its best!