Herenhuis for sale in Heusden, The Netherlands | Oudheusdensestraat 15 5256 ER

Beautifully restored 17th-century townhouse on the edge of Heusden’s historic fortress

Set in a stunning location at the edge of the historic fortified town of Heusden, this fully restored 17th-century townhouse offers charming period details and a sunny garden that backs directly onto the old city ramparts, with rear access.

The ground floor features a bright living room with high plastered ceilings and an open fireplace, and a garden-facing kitchen-diner with a classic kitchen design.
The first floor offers two spacious bedrooms, a third room ideal as a study or nursery, and the first bathroom.
The second floor, under the insulated roof, contains two additional bedrooms, a utility room, and a second bathroom.

Volume: 716m³
Living area: 203 m²
Plot size: 240 m²
Year built: 1619

Historic Heusden
The centuries-old fortress town of Heusden breathes history dating back to the 12th century. With its cobbled streets, beautiful gabled houses, boutique shops, art galleries, and charming restaurants, Heusden is one of the most picturesque towns in the Netherlands. Situated along the River Maas and home to several marinas, it is a beloved destination for water sports enthusiasts. It is also easily accessible by road, with the A59 motorway just 10 minutes away, providing fast connections to Den Bosch, Tilburg and Breda.

Layout – Ground Floor
The panelled front door with a tall transom window leads to the entrance hall, where you’ll find the new fuse box and three glass doors opening into the living room.
Thanks to two tall 35-pane windows, the living room is wonderfully light. It features a high plastered ceiling, a natural stone mantelpiece with an open fire, and a beautiful Belgian bluestone floor with underfloor heating. A cosy sitting area is set around the fireplace, and a built-in bookcase at the front of the house allows space for a reading nook or small home office.

A classic glass-paned partition with double doors (with no fewer than 60 panes!) leads to the garden-facing kitchen-diner. French doors and two windows above the natural stone countertop offer views of the sunny garden. The U-shaped kitchen is fitted with paneled cabinetry, a dark granite worktop with a porcelain sink, a wide 5-burner Smeg range beneath the chimney-style hood, and a matching freestanding Smeg fridge. The floor is laid with checker-patterned natural stone. Also on this floor: a stylish toilet room and a handy cellar/pantry.

Layout – First Floor
This floor is finished to a high standard with smooth plastered walls and ceilings, solid oak flooring, and classic two-panel doors with traditional fittings.
At the front is a spacious bedroom with a built-in wardrobe. Two 16-pane windows offer views of the historic Sterrestraat.
Next to this room is a smaller one currently used as a dressing room, but perfect as a nursery or study.
The rear bedroom also has a built-in wardrobe and a tall window overlooking the garden and city ramparts.
The bathroom blends beautifully with the home’s atmosphere, featuring a washbasin cabinet, a large glass walk-in shower with a rain head, and a large window for ample natural light. A stained glass window sits above the towel radiator.
There’s a separate toilet off the landing, and a staircase tucked behind a door leads to the top floor.

Layout – Second Floor
This surprisingly spacious top floor includes two large bedrooms, a second bathroom, and a utility room.
The bedrooms lie under the insulated timber roof, where the visible roof trusses and rafters add character. Each bedroom has a large roof window, and the rear bedroom also has a garden-facing window.
The second bathroom, accessible from the rear bedroom, is styled in keeping with the rest of the house and includes a shower cabin, toilet, and washbasin cabinet.
The adjacent utility room houses the technical systems and laundry connections.

Features
Behind the beautifully ornate "Dordtse" façade lies a tastefully restored historic home. The richly detailed front elevation is a true eye-catcher, boasting no fewer than 130 window panes.
The more modest rear façade also features traditional mullioned windows, with classic awnings for shade.
The rear wall is striking, with traditional brickwork details, black-painted wall anchors, and classic outdoor lighting.

The garden is a true oasis of peace, directly bordering the old city ramparts. Mature beech hedges line both sides of the garden, ensuring privacy.
Right off the kitchen is a large sun terrace, and further back a flexible, semi-covered terrace that leads via a path to the rear entrance.
A mature apple tree provides both shade and privacy during summer.
A large shed once stood at the back of the garden, and while it’s long gone, the space remains and is currently used as a hedge-enclosed garden room with a small bike shed. You could easily reintegrate this space into the garden or build a new outbuilding here.
A wide gate at the back provides access to the property.

If you’re looking for a characterful home in a peaceful setting within a historic town by the river, surrounded by open nature — this is a rare opportunity.