Strootsweg 390

Estate charm between Enschede and Hengelo
Set on 2.4 hectares of private land in the leafy village of Twekkelo, this architect-designed, thatched country house features a self-contained guest house. An exceptional combination of tranquillity, space and privacy, just ten minutes from the centres of Enschede and Hengelo.

The country house offers 448 m² of living space, seven bedrooms, four bathrooms, a wellness area and a full basement. Thanks to the bedroom and luxury bathroom on the ground floor, single-storey living is possible. The property was modernised and made more sustainable in 2018 and boasts an A+++ energy rating, a heat pump system, underfloor heating and 48 solar panels.

Key features
- Approximately 2.4 hectares of freehold land
- 448 m² of living space
- Seven bedrooms and four bathrooms
- Detached guest house
- Ground-floor master suite with en-suite bathroom (built in 2025)
- Wellness area with sauna, shower and jacuzzi
- Energy rating A+++
- Heat pump system and 48 solar panels
- Several outbuildings including a thatched barn (150 m²), a timber shed and a sheepfold
- Enschede, Hengelo and the University of Twente are all within ten minutes’ reach

Living in the countryside with space and character
You reach the country house via its own private, lockable driveway. The spacious entrance hall, with its marble floor and oak staircase, provides access to the various living areas. The cosy sitting room with a fireplace, the atmospheric library and the spacious kitchen-diner all overlook the garden and surrounding countryside.

The bespoke kitchen forms the heart of the house and features a striking pentagonal bay window, oak fronts, a granite worktop and a comprehensive range of built-in appliances. The wellness area is accessible from the kitchen, featuring a sauna, separate shower and a relaxation room with a jacuzzi and views of the pond and the edge of the woodland.

The ground floor also houses the master bedroom, which features a bay window, herringbone flooring and a luxury bathroom dating from 2025. This makes the property ideally suited to comfortable single-storey living.

The first floor offers five bedrooms, a modern bathroom, a balcony and a multifunctional connecting room. In addition, there is a spacious loft of approximately 80 m² and the country house features a basement of approximately 130 m².

Guest accommodation
The stylishly built guest house, measuring over 100 m², was fully renovated in 2018 and fitted out as a self-contained living space. It features its own living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. There is also space to create a second bedroom.

The guest house offers a range of possibilities, for example for live-in family members, informal carers, guests, or a home office or practice, whilst maintaining privacy for both the country house and the annexe.

Outdoor living on an estate scale
The plot comprises lawns, terraces, meadows, woodland and a natural pond. The Wilgenkampbeek stream forms a beautiful boundary to the grounds. Scattered across the plot are a spacious barn, a wooden outbuilding with a storeroom and wood store, and a sheepfold.

Here, you’ll live right in the heart of the Twente countryside, with plenty of space for nature, animals and the great outdoors.

Build Quality & Sustainability
Behind the classic English façade lies modern living comfort. The country house is fully insulated and almost entirely fitted with underfloor heating. A heat pump system and 48 flush-mounted solar panels together ensure an energy rating of A+++.

The thatched roof is professionally maintained at regular intervals, most recently in May 2026.

Country living with the city nearby
Twekkelo is centrally located between Enschede and Hengelo and is known for its ash trees, hedgerows and country estates. The University of Twente, shops, schools, restaurants and medical facilities are all within approximately ten minutes’ reach. The rest of the region and the German border are also easily accessible via the A1 and A35 motorways.

A unique country house for those who wish to live in spacious, rural surroundings without compromising on comfort, sustainability and accessibility.