A farmhouse by the water
This detached farmhouse sits on a quiet road, right by the water, in a wooded, rural setting with open views. Built in 1903, it has been a family home for generations and now offers a rare chance to live in the heart of the Valthermond countryside. The asking price is €549,500. For comparison, there are currently detached houses in Borger-Odoorn available in the wider municipality.
A home with character and space
The house offers 7 rooms, including 5 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 2 floors. The living area is 214 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 209 m². The plot is a generous 1694 m², with a garden that wraps around the house. The property is fully owned, has double glazing and a central heating boiler. The energy label is C, which means moderate energy costs can be expected.
Life in Valthermond Buitengebied
This is a tiny hamlet of about 130 people, where everyone knows each other and the pace of life is slow. Residents of the wider municipality of Borger-Odoorn give their living environment an average score of 7.04, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Nice village to live in with good mutual contacts," though they note that "accessibility by public transport is poor." Another describes it as an "old farts neighbourhood with lots of cliques and families." The housing stock here is a mix of pre-war farmhouses and newer builds, with half of the homes built before 1945. For more on the area, see the Valthermond Buitengebied neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
For daily errands, the nearest supermarket is Lidl, just over a mile away, with PLUS and Aldi a bit further. The closest primary school is St Josephschool, about a ten-minute walk, and there are several others within a couple of miles. The GP practice and pharmacy are both in Musselkanaal, about a mile and a half away. The nearest bus stop is on your doorstep, with line 74 serving the area. The nearest train station is in Emmen, about 10 miles away. For a broader view of the surroundings, see the municipality of Borger-Odoorn.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. According to public address-level risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden and from air traffic 49 dB Lden, both above the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand. The risk of pluvial flooding and flood risk, both now and in 2050, is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Wim Stuursma Makelaardij.
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About Kavelingen 41, Valthermond
What is the asking price for this property?
The asking price is €549,500. The price per square metre is €2,568, based on the agent's listed living area of 214 m². The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €1,977, but that is based on a small number of listings. No judgement is made here about whether the price is high or low.
How many bedrooms does this house have?
The house has 5 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 2 floors. In total there are 7 rooms. The living area is 214 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 209 m². The plot is 1694 m², with a garden that wraps around the house.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is C. This means you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. The energy label is a general indication of energy performance, not a statement about the condition of the building.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is used for tax purposes. It is not the same as the market value. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels in this area?
According to public address-level risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, and from air traffic 49 dB Lden. Both are above the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at this specific property. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Lidl, about 1.6 km away. PLUS is at 1.7 km, and Aldi at 2 km. There are also Jumbo and another Lidl within about 5 km. For a small hamlet, the range of supermarkets within a short drive is quite good.
What schools are in the area?
The nearest primary school is St Josephschool, about 1.1 km away. Other primary schools within a few kilometres include CBS De Lindenborgh, Openbare Basisschool De Klimop, St. Antoniusschool, and Openbare Basisschool De Musselhorst. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 6 km away.
How is the public transport in Valthermond?
The nearest bus stop is Valthermond, Kavelingen 42, just 46 metres from the house, with bus line 74. There are two more stops of the same line within a few hundred metres. The nearest train station is in Emmen, about 15.6 km away. Public transport is limited, as one resident noted.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the municipality of Borger-Odoorn give their living environment an average score of 7.04, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Nice village to live in with good mutual contacts," but adds that "accessibility by public transport is poor." Another describes it as an "old farts neighbourhood with lots of cliques and families."
Is this a quiet location?
The property is described as being on a quiet road, by the water, in a wooded, rural setting with open views. The neighbourhood has only about 130 residents, so it is likely to be peaceful. However, the noise data shows road and air traffic levels above the standard, which is an area-level indication.
