Nieuwe Ridderstraat 511011 CN AmsterdamLastage

*** this property is listed by a MVA Certified Expat Broker *** This unique industrial LOFT style house is located in the "Tandwielenfabriek", transformed into amazing loft homes in the heart of the old historic center of Amsterdam in 2016. As soon as you enter the house, you will be amazed by the 6.5-meter high ceiling with skylights spanning the entire width and the abundance of natural daylight that pours in. In 2020, this house underwent further renovation under architectural guidance and with great attention to detail. The result is a home with an industrial yet warm character that honors the past by preserving the original architectural features of the factory. Steel and glass constructions were chosen to maintain the open character of this unique place. LAYOUT Through the car-free courtyard, you reach the lockable patio at the front of the distinctive building. Behind the large steel doors lies an oasis of tranquility. The first surprise is the private loggia, which serves as a sheltered front garden with ample space to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Upon entering the house through the spacious glass doors, you are greeted by an impressive space with an abundance of natural daylight, thanks to ceilings that are as high as 6.5 meters and large skylights. The stylish open living kitchen was completely renewed in 2021 and offers everything you need. A Corian countertop, a Bosch dishwasher, a cozy walnut wood bar, a SMEG 6-burner gas stove with built-in oven, a refrigerator-freezer combination, and a wine climate cabinet make this kitchen the heart of the home. One of the bedrooms is located on the ground floor and has its own bathroom with concrete-look walls, a toilet, double sink, and walk-in shower. Both spaces are equipped with mechanical ventilation for maximum comfort. On the ground floor, you will also find a separate toilet with a sink. A robust steel spiral staircase leads you to the inspiring work and guest space on the mezzanine with an eaceful view of the green sedum roof of the house. Here, between the steel roof trusses, you will find a beautifully finished multifunctional space from 2020 with a sink and workspace, as well as a built-in guest bed. This floor provides a large amount of storage space of approximately 7.2 m2 behind practical large sliding doors via a fixed ladder. Via the concrete open staircase, you reach the spacious bedroom floor of the house. Here too, large skylights provide incredible natural light all the way down to the children's room through the walkable glass. The adjoining roof terrace with sun from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm offers a lovely spot, sheltered from the wind, for an intimate breakfast and/or lunch. Thanks to its excellent location, this house offers a lot of privacy and a rare luxury that is not often found in Amsterdam: relaxing in your shower or bathtub while the morning sun shines in, or admiring the starry sky at night. The luxurious bathroom features a freestanding Corian bathtub and a walk-in rain shower under the glass roof. The stylish children's room is located opposite the bathroom. OWNERSHIP/LEASEHOLD The property is located on leasehold. The current lease period runs until March 15, 2056. An annual ground rent is payable (€1,159.88 for the period from September 23, 2022, to December 31, 2023). The switch to perpetual leasehold has already taken place under favorable conditions. The current owners have opted for the switch on March 16, 2056, with an annual ground rent of €3,091.47 (subject to inflation). The general provisions of the Amsterdam municipality's 2016 regulations apply. CADASTRAL DESIGNATION The perpetual leasehold right to a plot of land, owned by the municipality of Amsterdam, located in Amsterdam on Nieuwe Ridderstraat, known in the land registry of the municipality of Amsterdam, section G, number 9370, measuring one are, with the lessee's rights to the buildings erected on it, being a residential house with appurtenances, locally known as Nieuwe Ridderstraat 51, 1011 CN Amsterdam. SUSTAINABILITY This apartment has an energy label C. The current residents generate more electricity through the 14 solar panels than is consumed. SPECIAL FEATURES - The absence of cars in this street contributes to a genuine and pleasant 'neighborhood feeling'; - Centrally located, a 10-minute walk from Central Station and a 22-minute taxi ride from Schiphol Airport; - 6.5-meter high ceilings in the living room; - Renovation project completed in 2015; - Architectural renovation in 2020 (Lars Goossens), including the placement of the bathroom on the first floor, enlarging the mezzanine space with high-quality finishes, and adding skylights to the kitchen; - Kitchen renovated in 2021; - Well-insulated home with energy label C, fully equipped with double glazing, a sedum roof, and 14 solar panels (2021); - Concrete floors with underfloor heating; - Terrace with morning and lunchtime sun and afternoon sun at the front in the patio/front garden facing southwest; - 3 bedrooms and a beautiful work/guest space on the mezzanine; - 135 m2 of living space plus an additional 7.2 m2 of floor space on the mezzanine floor; - Internally painted in 2023; - Winner of the Arie Keppler Architecture Prize 2016; - At the end of the car-free street, there is a primary school and a modern wooden playground. - Residential property without homeowners' association (VVE) and service costs;