Apartment of approximately 132 m², recently renovated (2020) and located in the Vondelbuurt. The apartment features a living room, kitchen, two bedrooms, a bathroom, and two balconies. Situated on private land.
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The spacious communal entrance features a beautifully maintained staircase, with preserved stained glass windows. An old-fashioned goods lift is also located in the stairwell.
The layout of this apartment is well-balanced, with a long central hall connecting the various rooms. The living room, over 11 meters wide, faces west and receives ample natural light from the large windows and the balcony. From the living area, there is a clear view over Vondelpark. The kitchen, designed in an original style, is equipped with various built-in appliances.
The apartment has two bedrooms, one of which is currently set up as a dressing room. The master bedroom is located on the north side and has access to a spacious balcony through double French doors. The luxurious bathroom features a walk-in shower with a unique shower wall, a vanity unit, and a toilet. Additionally, there is a separate toilet and a storage area that also serves as a laundry room.
The apartment boasts two balconies. The southwest-facing balcony offers stunning views of the Vondelpark pond, while the second is situated on the northwest side.
The interior is tastefully decorated with exceptional design and materials, including a Hungarian point parquet floor, high-quality sanitary ware, and custom-made cabinets.
What the residents will miss
“My favorite spot is sitting in the living room overlooking Vondelpark. In the summer, it’s a beautiful green panorama; in the winter, a picturesque view over the Koningsvijver. Each season brings a new characteristic composition.”
Neighborhood
In 1881, architect Zocher designed Willemspark, now better known as Vondelpark. A few decades later, the first villas were built around the ponds. Grand buildings in classical architectural styles welcomed families to this quieter, greener part of the city.
The grandeur of that time remains intact. The residents and the quality offerings from bakery Simon Meijssen, chocolatier Artichoc, greengrocer Wessels, bistro Jules, bar Carter, and the French seafood restaurant VISQUE give this residential neighborhood a contemporary allure. It’s an ideal spot in Amsterdam to live, where relaxation and inspiration are always nearby.
Key details
• Living area approximately 132 m²
• Two balconies totaling approximately 9 m²
• Located by Vondelpark
• Clear view
• Thoughtful layout
• Situated on private land
• Architect G.J. Rutgers
• Service costs VvE €150 per month
• Advance heating costs €350 per month
• Renovated in 2020 (new parquet flooring, all walls plastered and painted)
• Healthy and well-organized VvE
• National monument
Huize Koningsvijver
Living at Vondelpark in the characteristic and monumental building Huize Koningsvijver, located in one of the most beautiful spots in the city. This building, designed in 1924, is executed in the Amsterdam School style, featuring decorative facades, stained glass windows, and characteristic bay windows, which are distinctive traits of this neighborhood. The apartment has a nearly square layout and benefits from abundant natural light thanks to the floor-to-ceiling glass sections facing Vondelpark. The view of the park is truly the highlight; each season unfolds like a living painting. In summer, greenery surrounds the apartment, while in winter, there’s an unobstructed view over the park.
The neighborhood offers a diverse selection of quality shops and restaurants, including Jules/Juliette, Coffee District, Visque, Ron’s Gastrabar, and Café Garçon.
Daniël de Bont | Real Estate Agent Broersma Wonen
Architecture
The apartment complex “Huize Koningsvijver” was designed in 1924 by G.J. Rutgers in a refined Amsterdam School style. The building stands free on three sides, with a rectangular floor plan, and was commissioned by N.V. ‘Koningsvijver’. The rear of the property borders Vondelpark and offers views of the pond, from which it derives its name.
One of the first residents was Mr. Th.A. Wajer (Medemblik 1889 – Amsterdam 1975), a builder and broker who was also the director of the construction company that realized the building. Rutgers later designed a block of houses for Wajer on Churchilllaan. Wajer’s contracting company has constructed several thousand homes in Amsterdam.
In 2020, the apartment underwent a complete renovation. During this renovation, the original layout and character were guiding principles for the design and finishing. In an elegant and understated manner, modern and authentic elements are harmoniously combined.
Living and cooking
The spacious shared entrance greets you with a beautiful staircase, featuring preserved stained glass windows. An authentic freight elevator is also located in the stairwell.
The layout of this apartment is well-balanced, with a long central hall that connects the various rooms. The living room, measuring over 11 meters in width, faces west and benefits from abundant natural light, thanks to the large windows and balcony. From the living area, there are unobstructed views over Vondelpark.
On the street side, you’ll find the kitchen, designed in the original style and equipped with various built-in appliances. The space is large enough for a round dining table, perfect for breakfast or dinner.
Rest and refresh
The apartment features two bedrooms, one of which is currently set up as a dressing room. The master bedroom, located on the north side, has access to a spacious balcony through double French doors. The luxurious bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower featuring a unique shower wall, a vanity unit, and a toilet. Additionally, there is a separate toilet and a storage area that also functions as a laundry room.
Balconies
The apartment features two balconies. The southwest-facing balcony offers a stunning view of the Vondelpark pond, while the second balcony is situated on the northwest side.
Neighborhood
At the end of the 19th century, as Amsterdam’s city center became increasingly crowded, the need for a green neighborhood close to the center grew. In 1881, architect Zocher designed the Willemspark, now better known as Vondelpark. A few decades later, the first villas were built around the ponds. Grand buildings in classic architectural styles welcomed families to this quieter, greener part of the city.
The grandeur of that time remains intact. Both residents and the quality offerings from bakery Simon Meijssen, chocolatier Artichoc, greengrocer Wessels, bistro Jules, bar Carter, and the French seafood restaurant VISQUE give this residential area a contemporary allure. It’s an ideal spot in Amsterdam to live, where relaxation and inspiration are always nearby.
Accessibility
The apartment is very well accessible by bike, car, and public transport. The A10 ring road can be reached within 5 minutes by car via exit S108 (Oud-Zuid). Multiple tram and bus lines depart from both Valeriusplein and Emmastraat, including tram 2 to Central Station and Nieuw Sloten. Regional transport, including a direct connection to Schiphol Airport, also departs from Emmastraat. By bike, Station Zuid can be reached in 10 minutes.
Parking
Parking is available via a permit system on the public road (permit area Zuid 8.1). With a parking permit for Zuid 8.1, you can park in Zuid-1, Zuid-2, and Zuid-8. A resident’s parking permit costs €186.29 for 6 months. Currently, there is a 5-month waiting period for this permit area. A second parking permit is not possible in this area. (Source: Municipality of Amsterdam, September 2024).
Wat de eigenaresse gaat missen
De architectuur. In tegenstelling tot de meeste appartementen in Amsterdam, die zijn ontstaan door herenhuizen op te splitsen, is deze woning van oorsprong ontworpen als appartement en dat voel je aan alles. Het is een kloppend geheel; De royale trappenhal, de goed doordachte gelijkvloerse indeling, de ruime vertrekken met wel zes openslaande deuren naar de verschillende balkons en de ramen die zich aan alle vier kanten van de woning bevinden. We hebben het huis daarom ook tijdloos gerenoveerd met behoud van de oorspronkelijke plattegrond en herstel van het originele glas-in-lood.
Het liefst zit ik in de woonkamer met uitzicht over het Vondelpark. In de zomer een prachtig groen panorama, in de winter een schilderachtig vergezicht over de Koningsvijver. Elk seizoen zorgt weer voor een nieuwe karakteristieke compositie.
De buurt is levendig, maar biedt ook rust en is ruim opgezet en goed bereikbaar. In het appartement heerst een gevoel van rust, maar zodra je de deur uitloopt, begeef je je midden in het bruisende stadsleven. Een buurt met heerlijke restaurantjes, winkels, de wekelijkse ZuiderMRKT, musea, het Concertgebouw, het Vondelpark en sportclubs en om de hoek.
Wat ik het meeste ga missen is het comfort, de rust, de architectuur, een wandeling door het Vondelpark en de veelzijdige omgeving, maar vooral het spectaculaire uitzicht vanuit de woonkamer zal ik gaan missen.