Retranchement, Sluis
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Noordstraat 34 sits in the peaceful village of Retranchement, a stone's throw from the Belgian border. With a large plot of 950 m², the home offers plenty of outdoor space. The asking price of €985,000 is on the high side compared to other detached houses in Sluis, but the generous plot and rural setting justify the premium.
Retranchement is a tiny village with just 135 residents, mostly older couples and singles. It's a very quiet area, the address density is just 91 per km², making it one of the least urbanised places in the Netherlands. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the village is known for its historic fortifications and proximity to the Zwin nature reserve. The municipality Sluis covers a wide rural area with several small villages.
For your daily shopping, you'll need to drive: the nearest supermarket, a Jumbo, is about 4.5 km away in Sluis. The closest primary school, Openbare Basisschool De Kustschool, is 2.8 km away, and secondary education is further, the nearest school is 8.9 km. A restaurant is just around the corner, and a park or public garden is on your doorstep. The nearest train station is 57.9 km away, so a car is essential.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Zwin Regio Makelaardij and Funda.
Details of this home
Noordstraat 34, Retranchement
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2 within 5 km
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About Noordstraat 34, Retranchement
The asking price of €985,000 is on the high side compared to other detached homes in Sluis, but the large plot of 950 m² is exceptional for the area. The home itself is 140 m² with an energy label C, built in 1954. Without comparable sales data for the immediate neighbourhood, it's hard to say exactly how it stacks up, but the price reflects the generous outdoor space.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house of this age (1954). You can expect moderate energy costs, not as low as a modern home, but not excessively high either. The exact consumption will depend on the heating system and insulation, which are not detailed in the listing.
The plot measures 950 m², which is very generous for a detached home in this area. It offers plenty of space for a garden, outdoor entertaining, or even a small vegetable patch. The exact layout and condition of the garden are not described, but the size is a standout feature.
Retranchement is a tiny, quiet village with only 135 residents. Most households are singles or couples without children, and the average age is older, 55 residents are 65 or over. It's a very rural setting with low crime (4 incidents total) and no urban bustle. A car is essential for most errands.
The nearest supermarket is a Jumbo in Sluis, about 4.5 km away. There's also an Aldi at a similar distance. For daily shopping, you'll need to drive or cycle, it's not within walking distance.
The closest primary school is Openbare Basisschool De Kustschool, 2.8 km away. Secondary education is further, the nearest school is 8.9 km away, so older children would need to travel or be driven.
Public transport is very limited. The nearest train station is 57.9 km away, so a car is practically essential for getting around. Bus services are not detailed in the listing, but given the rural location, they are likely infrequent.
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