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A rare villa in the woods of Laren
Tucked away on a quiet road in a wooded setting, this detached villa from 2013 offers a level of privacy and space that is hard to match. The home sits on a large plot and is surrounded by greenery, with a sheltered position that makes it feel like a world of its own. With an asking price of €6,475,000, it is the most expensive of the 16 homes currently for sale in the Zwarte Berg neighbourhood, and the price is 121% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €2,933,750. For comparison, [detached houses in Laren] are listed at an average of €2,933,750.
A home built for grand living
Step inside and you will find a villa that has been fully insulated and is heated by a combination of a central heating boiler, a gas fireplace, an open fireplace, underfloor heating throughout, and a heat pump. The agent describes the property as a villa with 12 rooms, 7 bedrooms, and 4 bathrooms spread over 3 floors, with a volume of 2,700 cubic metres. Outside, there is a garden that wraps around the home, a sunny terrace, a balcony, a carport, and an indoor garage. The property is offered as freehold. According to the BAG registration, the living area is 680 m², while the agent lists it as 690 m²; the plot is recorded as 1,779 m² in the BAG, but the agent states 2,943 m².
Life in Zwarte Berg
Zwarte Berg is a small, quiet neighbourhood in Laren, home to about 725 people. It is a place where residents know each other, and one resident of the district of Laren gives the area a perfect score of 10 out of 10, saying: "I learn a lot from my neighbours, and it's very cosy to chat with them. They are super kind and help me when needed." This is based on a single review, so it is a personal view rather than a broad consensus. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents aged 65 and over, and most homes are owner-occupied. [The Zwarte Berg neighbourhood] is known for its green, wooded character, which is reflected in the setting of this villa.
Amenities and getting around
The daily essentials are within easy reach. The nearest supermarket, an Albert Heijn, is about a ten-minute walk away, and there are several other options including a Jumbo and a SPAR express within a short drive. For families, the Openbare Basisschool Blaricum is just around the corner, and there are secondary schools nearby, including De Fontein. Healthcare is well covered: the nearest GP practice is Huisartsen Van Daelen en Willems in Blaricum, and the Service Gooische Apotheek Laren is a couple of streets away. The Regional Medisch Centrum Blaricum is also close by. For public transport, bus line 109 stops at Laren, De Stichtse Hof, just around the corner, and bus line 108 is available at Blaricum, Professor v Reeslaan. The nearest train station is Bussum Zuid, about 4 kilometres away. [The municipality of Laren] offers a peaceful, green environment with all these amenities close at hand.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this property is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Regarding the address, the area-level risk indications show that road traffic noise is measured at 48 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 44 dB Lden, both below the noise standard for 2022. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via VOORMA EN WALCH MAKELAARS IN HET GOOI on Funda.
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About Raboes 14, Laren (Nh)
What is the asking price of this villa?
The asking price is €6,475,000. This makes it the most expensive of the 16 homes currently for sale in the Zwarte Berg neighbourhood, and it is 121% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €2,933,750. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 690 m², is €9,384.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this villa have?
According to the agent, the villa has 12 rooms, 7 bedrooms, and 4 bathrooms, spread over 3 floors. The total volume is 2,700 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 690 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 680 m². The plot is given as 2,943 m² by the agent, but the BAG records 1,779 m².
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this listing. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not included in the information provided here. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The area-level risk data shows that road traffic noise is 48 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both measured in 2022 and both below the noise standard. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself. They suggest that noise is not a major concern at this location.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of the specific property. It suggests that foundation issues are unlikely, but it does not replace a structural survey of the home itself.
What climate risks apply to this address?
The area-level climate data indicates that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are indications for the area, not predictions for this specific property, and they reflect broader climate trends.
Which supermarkets are closest to this villa?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn, about 1.6 kilometres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. There is another Albert Heijn at a similar distance, and a Jumbo about 1.6 kilometres away as well. A SPAR express is about 2.3 kilometres from the home.
What schools are near this property?
The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool Blaricum, about 1.5 kilometres away. There is also the Julianaschool Kwartellaan at about 2.4 kilometres. For secondary education, De Fontein is about 2.2 kilometres away. These distances make the school run manageable on foot or by bike.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Bussum Zuid, which is about 4.1 kilometres from the property. This is a reasonable distance for those who commute by train, though it is not within walking distance. Bus stops are closer, with bus line 109 stopping at Laren, De Stichtse Hof, about 726 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood of Zwarte Berg like?
Zwarte Berg is a small neighbourhood in Laren with about 725 residents. It has a quiet, wooded character, and most homes are owner-occupied. The age profile is mixed, with a significant share of residents aged 65 and over. One resident of the district of Laren gave the area a perfect score of 10, praising the neighbours as kind and helpful.
