Residence for sale - Sluis RBS54094

This fine property with an area of no less than 2,450 m² is surrounded by hawthorn hedges that give privacy and evoke that real Zeeuws Vlaamse polder feeling. A private driveway flanked by old pollard willows is the entrance to this private country retreat, which originated in 1911. After a loving renovation in the early 1970s, this former polder house and barn have been transformed into a charming country retreat combining rural history and modern comforts. The location on the corner of Blauwe Weg and Heilleweg offers the ideal combination between rural living and a central location in relation to arterial roads leading to the A11. The towns of Aardenburg and Sluis are a few minutes away and you are in Knokke, Maldegem or Bruges in ‘no time’. A volume has previously been added to the house, providing a front porch with cloakroom. This has plenty of glass allowing plenty of light to enter. The anthracite terracotta floor tiles exude an old-world charm that gives the house a certain ‘cachet’ without standing out. From the hall, we pass the kitchen corner into the dining room, which is in direct connection with the living room. The dining and living room both give out onto the south-facing garden through large windows that again ensure it is not dark inside. The living room has a large sliding door that gives direct access to the garden terrace. A nice place for easy outdoor dining at summer times of the year. The ceiling in the living room is open to the ridge which gives a sense of space. The exposed beam construction, with its robust and authentic look, adds to the warm atmosphere and evokes a sense of cosiness. A special feature in the living room is a large oval passage to the library room. This striking detail immediately attracts attention and adds an artistic architectural element to the interior. The fireplace between living room and dining room is open along two sides, allowing the fire to be seen and felt on both sides. When the fireplace burns, it gives a warm and cosy atmosphere that suits this house and its natural setting in the polders. The kitchen is equipped with modern connections for an oven, ceramic hob, dishwasher and fridge and is open, so the ‘chef’ on duty is never alone when in the kitchen. For lifelong living, there is a generous ground-floor bedroom with an adjoining bathroom. There is a second bathroom with walk-in shower and washbasin for the guest rooms upstairs. With a total of five bedrooms and three bathrooms, there is more than enough room for guests or a large family. One of the bedrooms even has its own cosy fireplace. On hot summer days, you can lose yourself in the large garden, where lawns invite games and shaded areas are perfect for reading enthusiasts who want to dream away in a good book. And what could be more delightful than a refreshing dip in the pool located in a private corner of the garden. Located in the rural scene between Sluis and Heille, this property offers a unique combination of rural charm and modern amenities. There are two underground cisterns that provide an extra buffer for watering the garden during dry periods. The rural setting around the house is beautiful and offers a calming atmosphere, perfect for those looking to catch their breath after a busy week. Show all Show less