Rapenburg 642311 EZ LeidenPieterswijk

As early as the 17th and 18th centuries, Rapenburg was praised as one of the most beautiful and important canals in the Netherlands. Even today, Rapenburg is still known as such. Rapenburg 64 is a monumental canal house located in one of the most prominent locations in Leiden, with a rich history, including as a publishing house for the books of Antoni van Leeuwenhoek. The property offers a living area of 160 m², divided over a front and rear house. As can be seen from the photos, many beautiful original elements have been preserved, such as original beamed ceilings and various fireplaces. The object is located diagonally opposite the historic Academy Building and the entrance to Leiden's famous 'Hortus Botanicus'. Furthermore, everything that makes living in the center of Leiden so enjoyable is within walking and cycling distance; shops, entertainment venues, the theater, museums, etc. Layout: entrance, hallway with marble floor tiles. Door to the front room with high beamed ceiling and stylish mantelpiece with decorative stucco. This room is connected to the back room/living room through an alcove. The beautiful fireplace and many wooden decorative elements are particularly striking here. Thanks to large windows in the courtyard, a lot of light can enter this room. An small corridor (with toilet at the end) provides access to the back house. This attractive space contains the kitchen and a staircase to the loft space above. Halfway up the stairs to the first floor is a small 'supervisor's room' from which the printing works below were supervised in the past. It is now used as a bookcase. First floor: landing with a simple bathroom. Spacious (bedroom or work)room at the front with two windows on the Rapenburg side with beautiful views. The room at the rear is also spacious and light and has a beautiful fireplace. Second floor: the stairs rise to a spacious multifunctional landing with attractive bedrooms on either side. A fixed ladder staircase provides access to the attic. In 2018, the roof of the main house was completely renovated and provided with insulation. The roof of the rear house was renovated in the 1980s. This of course makes a huge difference in renovation and sustainability costs. Furthermore, the pricing takes into account that the future owner will want to renovate the object and make it more sustainable in order to adapt it to the wishes and requirements of today. An old age clause and non-resident clause apply to this home. To view this special object, please contact our office. We are happy to make time for you! Asking price: €747,000,- k.k.