Sloten has a long history. As early as 1284, Sloten was granted city rights, and many monuments still stand. The part of the town within the original fortifications is classified as a 〞protected cityscape〞 and is car-free. A main waterway (standing mast route) connects Sloten to the IJsselmeer and the Frisian lakes, offering endless opportunities for water sports enthusiasts.
As for amenities, Sloten has a supermarket, a bakery, a marina, a museum, several restaurants, a dentist, a nursery, a primary school, and various sports clubs. Additionally, Sloten has several active associations and foundations dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the city′s monuments.
More extensive facilities can be found in Balk, 6 km away, in Lemmer, 10 km away, and in Heerenveen or Sneek, approximately 20 km away. Groningen is 75 km away, and Amsterdam is 115 km away, both easily accessible via the A7 and A6, respectively. Besides the extensive opportunities for water sports, there are two golf courses nearby and lovely cycling and walking routes through the forests of Gaasterland and along the IJsselmeer.
This stunning detached canal house from the Renaissance, with its richly decorated facade and double stepped gable, exudes a sense of grandeur and refinement. The sculptures and detailed decorations possess a timeless beauty. Located magnificently along the city canal in the Eleven Cities and car-free fortified town of Sloten, it offers open water connections to all Frisian lakes and the IJsselmeer.
Sloten is centrally located in the southwestern corner of Friesland and is part of the municipality of De Fryske Marren. From Sloten, there is a direct open water connection to the Slotermeer/Fluessen and to the Brekken, heading toward the IJsselmeer. The varied sailing routes take you through beautiful nature reserves and various water sports villages. There are good mooring facilities along the city canal in front of the house. Sloten offers a good range of amenities, marinas, and restaurants.
The property is a national monument, with the right side built in 1610 and the left side in 1671. The house has been inhabited by Frisian administrators and notables and has a rich history. Since 1671, it has always been used as a single residence. In the late 18th century, the adjacent Reformed Church acquired the property as a parsonage. In 1971, it was purchased by the then Chief Government Architect, Ir. J.J.M. Vegter, who thoroughly restored it in the following years, preserving its 17th and 18th-century character. The charming square 17th-century rooms provide plenty of natural light and a warm, homely atmosphere. The thick walls keep the rooms cool in summer and retain warmth in winter. The attics are equipped with Velux tilt windows. Moreover, the house is equipped with a heat pump.
The property sits on a spacious plot of 1564 m² and features a charming garden at the rear with a sun terrace, various blooming borders, trees providing shaded spots, a gazebo with a shaded terrace, a private driveway with a double garage, and a wooden shed.
