Description
Experience the freedom of the Achterhoek - Erve Groot Hiddink offers space, nature and privacy in abundance
Erve Groot-Hiddink lives up to its name, because there is space here, lots and lots of it. Open vistas all around, a large garden, but also plenty of living space; on Holskampweg stands this beautiful residential farmhouse with a large living area of 479m². That's freedom! Because the possibilities here are of course endless; do you want to enjoy this with your family - finally get a clump of chickens, a dog and/or a pony or two -, start a B&B or maybe you want to use the space to set up your office? Anything is possible - because there is space, and that space means freedom.
The land of milk and honey, that's how the countryside between Vorden and Hengelo feels here; the coulisse landscape is intersected by winding roads, meandering ditches and watercourses, and the camp landscape is a composition of every conceivable shade of green, edged by flowery field edges. On Holskampweg - a dead-end cobbled path flanked on both sides by stately oak trees - there is a small handful of houses. Ideally the place for those seeking peace and quiet!
Groot-Hiddink is an impressive T-farm of the hall-house type, so typical of this region, composed of several time layers; the old part dates from 1859, but the front house is early 20th century. The adjoining barns - now the study and garage respectively - are also of later date, and so over the years this fine yard has been completed. The place itself has been inhabited for centuries, and there is even documentation of this from the 14th century onwards.
The large house was substantially converted into a dwelling house in the late 1990s, and at that time the barn was also added to the house. In the meantime, the house has always been lovingly maintained. There are five very spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms, two spacious living rooms, in short: one big paradise.
Between Vorden & Hengelo
The surroundings here are peaceful, yet you are only five minutes from the centres of both Vorden and Hengelo, with all amenities such as shops, specialist shops, schools and cosy restaurants. If you are looking for city conviviality, you can easily reach the beautiful Hanseatic city of Zutphen.
Hengelo is a lovely church village, there are shops, a school and the Bronckhorst town hall has its seat here. Vorden known as the Eight Castles village and is the pearl of the Achterhoek. This area is a favourite spot for cyclists and holidaymakers. And this is true all year round, as this place also attracts bon vivants and bourgondians in autumn and winter, because of the Game Season. Hotel Bakker in Vorden, for instance, is famous even across the border for its annual game menu. There is a lot to enjoy here.
Ground floor
Entrance on the left, just behind the front house, into the sunny hallway. On the floor ceramic estriken, a nod to traditional estriken. The ground floor is fitted with underfloor heating, so it is always pleasant and comfortable indoors here.
Immediately to the right is the utility room with pantry and connections for washer and dryer. Next is the WC with urinal and hand basin.
From the hallway the stairs to the first floor as well as access to the rooms on the ground floor.
To the left is the charming living room, sunny south-facing, with lovely views of the garden and farmland beyond. A large room, with a large fireplace.
Adjacent is the study - also usable as a bedroom - and the kitchen.
The kitchen is light and spacious, the warm heart of the house; everything is there, a large worktop - also on the work island -, a gas cooker, oven and microwave, and above all: lots of storage space. You can also fit a large dining table here with ease.
From hall on the right is the ground floor bedroom, with locker with fitted wardrobes and a nice bathroom, with bath, double washbasin, WC and urinal.
The dining room is in the rear of the part, where the large gate is filled in with glass. A lovely dining room has been created here, which is perfect for the extended Sunday breakfast, memorable dinners or for just quietly picking out the newspaper.
Adjacent is the study, positioned in the barn between the drive-through barn and the barnyard; this may have once been home to a few pigs, sheep or calves, but now this is a place to delve in, to work as well as to relax, by having a go at the billiard table. At the back, almost entirely made of glass, is a covered terrace and a lovely view of the garden.
Upstairs
Three spacious bedrooms adjoin the landing, each with fitted wardrobes to a greater or lesser extent. The room on the left in the front house has a private bathroom with bathtub, double sink and a separate WC with basin.
Garage
The old drive-through barn is now in use as a garage and offers plenty of space; here is room for your oldtimer, motorcycle, or bicycle hobby, or perhaps you'll stable the horses, sheep or other grazing fun here. We're just mentioning some cross streets!
Outdoor area
Surrounding the house is a large ornamental garden, with lawns, borders and mature trees. On the lawn behind is a lovely sun terrace.
At the front of the house is the barn containing three parking spaces, a shed, wood shed and an aviary. This is also a great place as a shelter shed.
Further along is a four-roofed haystack - to complete the classic picture.
In short, Erve Groot-Hiddink is great living and great enjoyment. Fancy a tour? Contact us and we'll schedule a visit.
General:
Year built: 1880
Maintenance: Reasonable to good
Insulation: Roof insulation, wall insulation and double glazing
Heating: 2 central heating Nefit (2019 and 2022)
Situation: Quietly situated in the outskirts of Vorden
Storage: Large attached barn
Parking: Ample on-site parking
Capacity: 2,376 m³ (incl. adjoining outbuilding)
Living area: 479m²
Other indoor space: 162 m²
Building-related outdoor space: 18 m²
External storage space: 7 m²
Plot area: 99,195 m²
Energy label: Energy class F
Available: In consultation
This house has a technical inspection and an energy label.
