West-Terschelling, Terschelling
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Commandeurstraat sits in the village of West-Terschelling, on the Wadden island of Terschelling. With 192 m² of living space and a plot of 122 m², it offers plenty of room for a family or as a holiday home. The energy label is C, so heating costs are moderate. At €985,000, the price is on the high side compared to other semi-detached houses in Terschelling, but the island location and size justify it.
West-Terschelling is the main village on the island, with around 2,470 residents. It is a close-knit community: one resident says, "We have a nice neighbourhood here where we can help each other!" Another, who has lived here for 43 years, notes, "A lively neighbourhood, shops within walking distance, unfortunately street cleaning leaves something to be desired but otherwise fine to live. Nature very close by." The village has a mix of ages, with many over-65s and a fair share of young adults. Most homes are single-family houses, and 58% are owner-occupied. The neighbourhood West-Terschelling is not very urban, with a low address density, giving it a peaceful feel.
For your daily shopping, the SPAR is just around the corner, so you can easily pick up bread and groceries. There are two primary schools within walking distance: Ds Vossersschool voor Christelijk Basisonderwijs and Obs Prinses Margrietschool, both about a five-minute walk away. For secondary education, children need to travel to the mainland or to the other side of the island, as the nearest secondary school is 5.5 km away. The municipality Terschelling is known for its natural beauty, with the Wadden Sea and dunes nearby.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaardij Van Keulen Terschelling B.V., Makelaardij Terschelling, and others. It is available via multiple platforms, so you can compare listings.
Details of this home
Commandeurstraat 31, West-Terschelling
Very good · 2 residents
We have a nice neighbourhood here where we can help each other! Sometimes it would be nice to have a neighbourhood day or something.
Auto-translated to English by AIA lively neighbourhood, shops within walking distance, unfortunately street cleaning leaves something to be desired but otherwise fine to live. Nature very close by.
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About Commandeurstraat 31, West-Terschelling
At 192 m², the price per square metre is around €5,130. That is on the high side for a semi-detached home in Terschelling, but island properties often command a premium. The home is in good condition with a C energy label, and the location in West-Terschelling is convenient. Whether it is fair depends on your budget and how much you value island living.
West-Terschelling is a lively village with a strong community feel. Residents appreciate the helpful neighbours and the proximity to shops and nature. The village has a mix of ages, though many residents are over 65. Street cleaning could be better, but overall it is a pleasant place to live. Nature is very close by, with the dunes and beach within easy reach.
The SPAR is just 315 metres away, so you can walk there in a few minutes. For a larger supermarket, the PLUS is about 5.5 km away, which is a short drive. There are no other supermarkets within the village, but the SPAR covers daily needs.
There are two primary schools within walking distance: Ds Vossersschool (724 m) and Obs Prinses Margrietschool (756 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is 't Schylger Jouw, about 5.5 km away, so children will need to travel or cycle. There is also a VMBO on Vlieland, but that requires a ferry.
The nearest train station is 33 km away, on the mainland. To reach it, you would need to take the ferry from West-Terschelling to Harlingen, then continue by bus or taxi. The island is not connected by rail, so a car or bicycle is essential for getting around.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house built in 1996. It means the home is reasonably efficient, but not as good as modern standards. You can expect moderate energy bills, but improvements like better insulation or solar panels could lower costs further.
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