Herengracht 49

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Unique National Monument: A Piece of History and Pure Enjoyment on the Canal

This beautiful 6-story National Monument with its charm and rich history, is beautifully located on a residential area (the only one on an Amsterdam canal) with little to no through traffic with car-free wide sidewalk. On this quiet part of the canal you can enjoy outdoor dining or drinks in the evening sun.

This historic property, on private land, dates from 1580/1665 and has had stories to tell for centuries. In 2003-2005, the current owner, with love and respect for the history and monumental structure and details, thoroughly renovated. Among other things, a new central heating system with pipes, radiators and two central heating boilers were then installed, the flat roofs, gutters and downspouts were renewed, all pipes were replaced and the electrical installation was renewed. The roof has been insulated and sheathed. With the help of a special surprise, the original 17th century roof tiles could be put back on the roof. Three new bathrooms and an all-new kitchen were also installed. The rear facade of the front house was reinforced with a metal frame. During this restoration, a building history survey was carried out, making it easy to recognize the different construction phases of this house (1580/1665, 1750, 1805, 1900, 1963 and 2003-2005).

With its imposing 3-window-wide facade and located on the west side of the Grachtengordel, this property embraces its privileged position between the bustling heart of historic Amsterdam and the beloved Jordaan area. The house is amidst the beauty of famous canal houses and the lively ambiance of the nearby 9 streets just a few minutes' walk from Central Station.

layout
Every corner of this property exudes historic grandeur.

Enter the property through two separate entrances, one on the ground floor and one on the basement level. The 17th-century exterior staircase from the classic sidewalk leads to the entrance level. The front door takes you to the entrance hall and hallway behind with a marble floor and paneling. The hallway still has its original marble fountain. The front room has a magnificent height of almost 6 meters. A ceiling with imposing solid beams from 1665. The beautiful marble fireplaces with functioning fireplaces provide extra warmth and atmosphere in the cold months. The large windows with attractive tessellation provide plenty of light from front and back. At the back of the front room is a special WC that is also accessible from the patio. The floor of the patio has just been completely redone. The kitchen with various built-in appliances is located in the back house and also provides access to the spacious basement. In the old vault between kitchen and basement is the wine cellar. Also in the basement is a bathroom with shower and toilet.

On the mezzanine in the back house is a good-sized room with beautiful fireplace, ideal as a study or bedroom.

A classic wooden staircase with beautiful details reveals floors full of character. The second floor hallway is exceptionally bright due to the skylight. At the front is a living room with beautiful ornamental ceiling. The three large windows give fantastic views of the canal. Also here a beautiful 18th century fireplace and wooden floor laid in block bond. At the rear of the living room, against the light court of the patio, is a very cozy room which is used as a library. In the back house on this level is a spacious characteristic bedroom with authentic and very comfortable bed box.

The staircase between the living room and library takes you to the front house on the second floor. Here is the master bedroom at the front with well-designed closets disguised as a partition wall. At the rear an open, spacious and very bright bathroom with walk-in shower, toilet and sink at the rear.
In the middle a staircase to the top floor.

Here is a studio with a living area at the front. To the side is a kitchenette. At the back there is a sleeping area with toilet. The wooden beam construction is visible and provides a lot of atmosphere. This space has plenty of light all day around partly due to a series of side windows installed in 2005. At the front are French doors with evening sun to sunset and views of the West Church Tower. Because of the continuous wonderful light and views, this space is used by the owners as a hangout spot.

In the middle of this floor is a staircase which takes you to the storage loft with original hoist wheel and a hatch with wide views to the rear.

In the back house on the top floor is a good size bedroom with plenty of light and a modern bathroom (updated in 2021) with shower, toilet and sink. The back house has its own central heating boiler.

Be enchanted by the timeless elegance and possibilities offered by this special property. This is not only a house and an opportunity to be part of the rich history of Amsterdam but above all a place to enjoy.

LOCATION
The house is located in a very popular location at the beginning of the Herengracht. Within easy walking distance of Central Station and close to supermarkets and shopping street the Haarlemmerstraat. When stepping outside there is the real Amsterdam street scene of the canals for which our capital is known worldwide. This beautiful location is around the corner from the Herenstraat and Prinsenstraat with famous restaurants. And a little further away the famous 9 streets and the western part of the canal belt with many small special stores and restaurants. Walking or cycling within a few minutes you can reach the famous, but especially cozy Jordaan which has numerous restaurants and cafes and is perfect for a fun night out! The historic center of Amsterdam with its many museums and well-regarded restaurants, the music building within a few minutes cycling distance and a little further away the opera and concert hall.

CONTENTS
- 6 storey canal house;
- Listed building;
- Located on car-low and newly renovated quay;
- Own land;
- Thoroughly renovated in 2003-2005;


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Unique National Monument: A Piece of History and pure enjoyment by the Canal

This magnificent 6-storey National Monument, with its charm and rich history, is beautifully situated in a residential area (the only one along an Amsterdam canal) with little to no traffic and wide pedestrian sidewalks. At this tranquil stretch of the canal, you can enjoy outdoor dining or drinks in the evening sun.

This historic property, on its own land, dates back to 1580/1665 and has stories to tell for centuries. In 2003-2005, the current owner lovingly and respectfully renovated it, preserving its historic and monumental structure and details. Among other things, a new central heating system with pipes, radiators, and two boilers was installed, the flat roofs, gutters, and downspouts were renewed, all pipes were replaced, and the electrical installation was updated. The roof was insulated and reshingled. With the help of a special surprise, the original 17th-century roof tiles could be laid back on the roof. Three new bathrooms and a completely new kitchen were also installed. The rear facade of the main house was reinforced with a metal frame. During this restoration, a building historical study was conducted, allowing the different construction phases of this house (1580/1665, 1750, 1805, 1900, 1963, and 2003-2005) to be well recognized.
With its imposing 3-window-wide facade and located on the west side of the Canal Belt, this property embraces its privileged position between the bustling heart of historic Amsterdam and the beloved Jordaan neighborhood. The house is surrounded by the beauty of famous canal houses and the vibrant atmosphere of the nearby 9 Streets, just a few minutes' walk from Central Station.
LAYOUT
Every corner of this property exudes historical grandeur.

Enter the property through two separate entrances, one on the ground floor and one at basement level. The 17th-century exterior staircase of the classic stoop leads to the ground floor. The front door leads you to the hall and the rear corridor with a marble floor and wainscoting. The corridor still has its original marble fountain. The front room has a beautiful height of almost 6 meters. A ceiling with impressive sturdy beams from 1665. The beautiful marble fireplaces with functioning fireplaces provide extra warmth and atmosphere in the cold months. The large windows with atmospheric muntin bars provide plenty of light from the front and back. At the back of the front room is a special toilet that is also accessible from the patio. The patio floor has just been completely redone. The kitchen with various built-in appliances is located in the rear house and also provides access to the spacious basement. The old vault between kitchen and basement houses the wine cellar. There is also a bathroom with shower and toilet in the basement.
On the mezzanine floor in the rear house is a good-sized room with a beautiful fireplace, ideal as a study or bedroom.
A classic wooden staircase with beautiful details reveals floors full of character. The hall on the first floor is exceptionally light due to the skylight. At the front is a living room with beautiful ornamental ceiling. The three large windows provide a fantastic view of the canal. Here too, a beautiful 18th-century fireplace and wooden floor laid in herringbone pattern. At the rear of the living room, against the light well of the patio, is a very atmospheric room which is used as a library. In the rear house on this floor is a spacious characteristic bedroom with authentic and very comfortable alcove bed.
The stairs between the living room and library lead you to the front house on the second floor. Here is the master bedroom at the front with well-designed wardrobes disguised as partition walls. At the rear, there is an open, spacious, and very bright bathroom with walk-in shower, toilet, and sink at the rear. In the middle, a staircase leads to the attic floor.

Here is a studio with a living area at the front. On the side is a kitchenette. At the rear, there is a sleeping area with a toilet. The wooden beam construction is visible and creates a lot of atmosphere. This space has plenty of light all day round, partly due to a series of side windows installed in 2005. At the front are French doors with evening sun until sunset and a view of the Westerkerk tower. Because of the consistently beautiful light and view, this space is used by the owners as a hangout spot.
In the middle of this floor is a staircase that takes you to the attic with original hoist wheel and a hatch with wide view at the rear.

In the rear house on the top floor is another good-sized bedroom with plenty of light and its own modern bathroom (renovated in 2021) with walk-in shower, toilet, and sink. The rear house has its own boiler.

Let yourself be enchanted by the timeless elegance and the possibilities that this special property offers. This is not just a house and an opportunity to be part of Amsterdam's rich history but above all a place to enjoy to the fullest.
LOCATION
The property is located in a highly sought-after location at the beginning of the Herengracht. Within easy walking distance of Central Station and close to supermarkets and the shopping street Haarlemmerstraat. Stepping outside, you'll find the authentic Amsterdam canal scene our capital city is globally known for. This beautiful location is around the corner from the Heren- and Prinsenstraat with renowned restaurants. And a little further, the famous 9 Streets and the western part of the Canal Belt with many small unique shops and restaurants. Within a few minutes' walk or bike ride, you can reach the well-known, but especially cozy Jordaan area, which boasts numerous restaurants and cafes and is perfect for a fun night out! The historic center of Amsterdam with its many museums and well-regarded restaurants, the music building just a few minutes' bike ride away, and further on the opera and concert hall.

FEATURES
6-story canal house;
National monument;
Located on almost car-free and newly renovated quay;
Private land;
Thoroughly renovated in 2003-2005.