Boornzwaag, De Fryske Marren
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Houtvaartweg sits in the quiet village of Boornzwaag, surrounded by the Frisian countryside. With 95 m² of living space and a spacious plot of 745 m², there is plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. The home was built in 1970 and has an energy label D, so some modernisation may be considered. At €770,000, the price is on the high side compared to other detached houses in De Fryske Marren.
Boornzwaag is a small village with around 95 residents, offering a close-knit community feel. Most homes are owner-occupied (85%) and predominantly single-family houses. The population is older, with 35% aged 65 or over, and households are often couples without children or singles. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the character is best experienced in person. The village is part of the municipality De Fryske Marren, known for its lakes and nature.
For daily groceries, you can drive to Albert Heijn or Aldi, both about 3.5 km away. The nearest primary school is Kindcentrum 't Swannestee, just over a kilometre away, while secondary schools are in Joure, about 2.6 km. A restaurant is within 2 km, and the nearest train station is 14 km away, so a car is essential. The area is very rural, with low address density and plenty of peace and quiet.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Hoekstra Makelaardij and Funda.
Details of this home
Houtvaartweg 41, Boornzwaag
Data from Boornzwaag
6 within 5 km
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About Houtvaartweg 41, Boornzwaag
The asking price of €770,000 is on the high side compared to other vrijstaande woningen in De Fryske Marren. The home has 95 m² of living space and a large plot of 745 m², which adds value. However, the energy label D and the 1970 construction year may require some investment. It is best to compare with similar properties in the area to judge the price.
Boornzwaag is a very small village with about 95 residents, mostly older people. It is quiet and rural, with a low crime rate (5 incidents total). Most homes are owner-occupied and single-family. There are no shops or schools in the village itself, so you need a car for daily errands. The community is close-knit, but no resident reviews are available.
The nearest supermarkets are about 3.5 km away: Albert Heijn and Aldi are the closest. Other options like Poiesz, Jumbo, and Lidl are within 4 km. A car is necessary for grocery shopping, as there are no shops within walking distance.
The closest primary school is Kindcentrum 't Swannestee, about 1.3 km away. For secondary education, Plein Joure in Joure is about 2.6 km away. There are also other primary schools within 3-3.5 km, such as OBS De Brêge and IKC Sint Mattheüs.
The nearest train station is 14 km away, so public transport is limited. A car is essential for getting around.
The home has energy label D, which is average for a house from 1970. It means the insulation and heating are not up to modern standards, so energy bills may be higher than with a more efficient label. You may want to consider improvements like double glazing or a better heating system.
The plot is 745 m², which is spacious for a detached house. The listing does not specify a garden, but the large plot likely offers outdoor space.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Boornzwaag