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At a stone's throw from Central Station and Schreierstoren, this unique historic building sits on its own land along a wide canal. This fall, a car-free, pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly paving will enhance the area following the quay restoration. This national heritage monument, also part of UNESCO World Heritage, has been meticulously restored in its shell, revealing beautiful joists, floorboards, and masonry, all structurally repaired and preserved. Describing this 400+ year old detached and historically valuable property as a rough diamond or a pearl perfectly captures its essence.
The original construction has been exceptionally well preserved and carefully restored over the past five years, adhering to the principles of historic preservation. Many historical elements have been thoughtfully conserved from the ground floor up to the ridge beam, ensuring that over four centuries of history are honored. Modern installations have been renewed to meet current standards, while further adjustments to the layout and finishing are left to the buyer's discretion, allowing for personal touches. The Geldersekade is a historic site rich in heritage.
The ‘Gelderland Quay’, also known as English, London, or Cologne Quay, dates back to around 1500 and was part of the city moat. The ‘Schreiers Tower’, which offers a view from the house, was part of the city walls, and the Waag (communal weighing building) at the opposite end represents a former city gate. Our house was constructed between 1544 and 1597, and despite being remodeled over the centuries, it retains traces of its original construction across all four floors. In cadastral terms, this is one plot, comprising 13-1, a dwelling distributed over three floors with a full-length attic, and 13-H, which consists of the ground floor, partly utilized as living quarters and partly as a garage, with a basement underneath that may also serve for parking