Herenhuis for sale in Gouda, The Netherlands | Westhaven 13 2801 PH

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY: LISTED NATIONAL MONUMENT IN PRIME LOCATION IN THE HEART OF GOUDA
Living and working on the atmospheric Westhaven means enjoying everything the historic center of Gouda has to offer. Just a few steps away you’ll find artisanal shops, the bustling market, and numerous cozy restaurants and cafés. Thanks to the nearby train station and main roads, you’re also assured of excellent connections to the rest of the Netherlands. In addition to the city’s vibrancy, the area offers plenty of opportunities for relaxation. In short: an ideal combination of comfort, character, and accessibility!

SELLER’S STATEMENT:
“Living and working in such a beautiful building on the Westhaven has been fantastic. So close to the historic center, yet also the peace of a sun-soaked garden with grapes, blackberries, and plums.
It’s a special property that we’ve renovated with great love and respect. It now meets modern standards of insulation and comfort. We’ll miss the beautiful authentic details. For us, it’s time for the next chapter now that my shop is closing. The house offers many possibilities for combining living and working.”

HISTORY:
Listed monument 't IJzer with bold monumental features
The history of many buildings along the harbor is beautifully visible in this property. The large barrel-vaulted cellar dates from the 15th century. From the 16th century, “moor and child beam” constructions are present throughout the building. The façade, front room, and hallway were transformed in the 18th century into Louis XIV style, including an elegantly carved cornice with four consoles, a vaulted ceiling in the hallway designed for a lantern, a wooden carving of the tree of life above the interior door, and a wooden molded ceiling. On the 1st floor, unique stencil paintings have been uncovered.
Notable residents in the 18th century included mayors Dirck Daniel de Kedts Houtman and Marcellus Bisdom van Vliet. The house was temporarily used as a hospital in the 1960s. The top floor then held 16 maternity beds, while the ground floor served as the emergency room.
Currently, the building is used as a shop/residence. Since purchasing it in 2008, the current owner has thoroughly renovated the property.
Fun fact: the entire history of the building is known.

RENOVATED SINCE PURCHASE

New rear windows with double glazing, monumental double glazing, or HR++ glass

Roof insulated and fitted with new roofing

Steel staircase replaced with new oak staircase

Skylight replaced with roof light with HR++ glass

Suspended ceilings removed and original ceilings restored

Underfloor heating in the kitchen, most radiators replaced, living floor insulated

Garden redesigned, terrace by kitchen renewed

New kitchen and new sanitary fittings

WONDERFULLY DEEP SOUTHWEST-FACING GARDEN WITH VIEW OF THE GOUWE CHURCH
The sunny and charming garden is over 25 meters deep and includes multiple terraces, access to the cellar, a shed at the rear of the garden, a wooden footbridge at the rear (accessible via Peperstraat), and a restored city wall. From both the garden and the house, you have a fantastic view of monumental Gouda.

LAYOUT:
Entrance with elegant hallway
Shop space with beautiful wooden molded ceiling, staircase (fully renewed), studio with loft ladder to attic storage, toilet, second staircase (fully renewed), large kitchen-diner with stunning garden view, kitchen equipped with induction cooktop, extractor hood, combi oven, convection oven, dishwasher, kitchen boiler, marmoleum flooring with underfloor heating, and door to southwest-facing terrace.

1st floor:
Living room with wooden floor, beamed ceiling, high-efficiency wood stove with external air supply, playful elevated workspace,
intermediate hallway with toilet (wall-mounted toilet, urinal, and sink), internal storage room, front room with view of the harbor and storage (ideal for creating a bedroom with bathroom).

2nd floor:
Spacious landing with roof light, laminate flooring, toilet (wall-mounted toilet and small sink), bright bathroom with walk-in shower, bathtub, sink, windows, fully tiled, and designer radiator
Rear bedroom with new rear façade and door to terrace with stunning view over the historic buildings of Gouda’s city center, bedroom with built-in wardrobe, air conditioning, boiler room, and front bedroom with view of the museum and St. John’s Church

Cellar: Masonry barrel vault with authentic kitchen including stone sink, original water pump, and abundant storage space

FEATURES:

Year of construction: 1442. Front house 1750, second floor added in 1962 (during hospital use)

National monument

Freehold: 266 m²

Volume: 1,443 m³

Living space: 294 m²

Other internal storage space: 76 m²

Very central location in the historic city center

No energy label required due to monument status

Many possible uses

Usage restriction: hospitality not permitted. Residential/shop/office or full residential use is allowed