Plantage Middenlaan, Amsterdam, North Holland 1018 DJ

Directly opposite the aquarium of Artis, this spacious property is full of beautiful authentic details. It was designed by none other than architect Dolf van Gendt, who also designed the Concertgebouw and co-designed the Central Station. The property consists of 5 floors and has a south-facing backyard. In this warm home, the high ceilings and large windows provide a fantastic sense of space and plenty of light. Original details can be found throughout the house, which have been remarkably well preserved. Beautiful ornamental ceilings, moldings, carved woodwork, stained glass windows, and sandblasted glass are just a few examples.LAYOUT On the ground floor, a beautiful wooden door gives access to the stately entrance. The marble staircase leads to the bel-etage and the basement. The ceiling height here is no less than 5.23 meters, and the ornate decorations and stained glass window provide a warm welcome upon entry. The hall with a marble floor on the bel-etage has a handy matching wardrobe and a separate toilet and offers access to the living room en-suite. The front and back rooms are separated by very attractive en-suite sliding doors and beautiful moldings. The round decorative benches in the seating area by the window offer a lovely view outside. Directly across the street, you overlook the aquarium of Artis. The windows can be closed with the original shutters. The ceiling moldings are authentic and feature gold accents. The spacious back room can serve excellently as a dining room. The authentic parquet floor, the two marble fireplaces, one with a fireplace, and the ornaments create a lot of atmosphere. At the rear of the dining room is the conservatory, added in 2000, with stairs to the garden. The closed kitchen has a marble floor, a large window with beautiful stained glass, and original shutters. There is also a second staircase to the basement on this floor.First Floor; The wide staircase with original spindles leads to the first floor. What immediately catches your eye is the beautiful stained glass window in the study area on the landing. At the front is a very spacious room with a balcony. At the rear is the second, also large bedroom. The bathroom can be renovated to your taste and is currently equipped with a bathtub, separate shower, and double sink. The bathroom is accessible from the hall and from the second bedroom. On the landing, there is a second separate toilet.Second Floor; On this floor is an independent apartment with a living room, kitchen with various built-in appliances, 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. This floor has enough space for an alternative layout. For example, with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms or 3 bedrooms, a walk-in closet, and 2 bathrooms. Of course, several variants are conceivable.Third Floor; On the top floor are 2 more large bedrooms. The bedroom at the front has an en-suite bathroom with a shower and sink. The bedroom at the rear has a kitchen. From the spacious landing, there is also access to a separate toilet.Basement; The basement has a good height of approximately 2.40 meters. Currently mainly used as storage space. The spacious room on the garden side has large windows. There is also a wine room, technical room, and connections for a washing machine and dryer. From the basement, there is a second access to the garden.MUNICIPAL MONUMENT Built as a residence for the family of J. Versluijs, a secondary school teacher. From 1910 to 1929, Danil Goedkoop, director of the 't Kromhout shipyard and founder of NSM (a predecessor of NDSM) in 1894, lived here. From 1930 until the war, the building served as the Portuguese-Israeli boys' orphanage Aby Jetomim, which came from the Jodenbreestraat.SURROUNDINGS The house is located in the popular Plantage neighborhood. Surrounded by greenery with the Hortus Botanicus, the Wertheim Park, and the Oosterpark. Directly opposite the Artis zoo.In the area, there are several good and cozy restaurants and cafes, as well as various museums. Within walkin