This remarkable property with a rich history is a listed municipal monument that has served a variety of purposes over the years. Originally a convent, it later became a girls’ school and a library, and subsequently functioned as a community support center and neighborhood hub—a place where connection and community were central. Today, the current owners have carefully and thoughtfully transformed the building into a versatile space where living and working are uniquely combined.
The ground floor features several office rooms, restrooms, and a kitchen. In addition, this level includes a spacious hall that is perfectly suited for presentations, meetings, creative workspaces, or even additional living space. The property also offers potential for retail or business use. Thanks to its practical layout and generous proportions, this floor provides a wide range of possibilities.
The first floor is currently arranged as a comfortable apartment. Here you will find a spacious living room with an open-plan kitchen, three bedrooms, and a modern bathroom. There is also an attic space that can be further customized as desired, for example as an additional workspace, hobby room, or bedroom.
The second floor is also used as an apartment. This level features a bright living room with a Velux balcony window, an open kitchen, and a sleeping area with an en-suite bathroom, creating a pleasant and self-contained living environment.
In 2020, the property was fully renovated and refurbished, with a strong focus on comfort and sustainability. For example, 24 solar panels were installed and several rooms are equipped with air conditioning.
The combination of history, space, and flexibility makes this property particularly suitable for a wide variety of uses. Consider living and working under one roof, a bed & breakfast (subject to municipal approval), a multi-generational home, or accommodation for extended or blended families. The property offers broad possibilities, including retail, business, and hospitality, thanks to its mixed-use zoning.
A characterful building with a story, ready for a new future!
HIGHLIGHTS:
- 14 rooms
- Multifunctional space of 125 m² with bar
- 3 kitchens
- 2 bathrooms
- 9 toilets
- 24 solar panels and 7 air conditioning units
- Alarm system with 8 cameras
- Electronic locking system with key plan
- Jeu de boules court
- 30 minutes’ drive from Antwerp, Breda, and Rotterdam
LAYOUT:
Ground floor:
Entrance hall with staircase to the first floor; plastered walls, linoleum flooring, plastered ceiling
Cloakroom
Extensive meter cupboard with residual-current circuit breakers
Two tiled toilets with hand basins
Hall / open space with plastered walls, wooden floor, suspended ceiling, and French doors to the front
Bar / kitchen area with a linear kitchen unit equipped with dishwasher, combination oven/microwave, fridge-freezer, and two separate units
Four tiled toilets, one with urinal
Storage room
Accessible toilet
Additional meter cupboard
Office / workspace I at the front with washbasin and air conditioning; plastered walls, carpeted floor, plastered ceiling
Offices II and III at the rear with air conditioning; plastered walls, carpeted floors, plastered ceilings
Internal storage room
Lift shaft with the possibility to install a lift
First floor:
Landing with fixed staircase to the second floor; fiberglass wallpaper, carpeted floor, spray-finished ceiling
Living room with air conditioning; plastered and wallpapered walls, carpeted floor, plastered ceiling; door to attic space
Open kitchen with fitted units, cooking island and bar area, composite worktop with sink, built-in induction hob with integrated extraction system, refrigerator drawer, combination oven/microwave, and dishwasher; plastered walls, vinyl flooring, plastered ceiling; steps and door to attic space
Spacious attic room on the right with potential for an additional bedroom/hobby/work room, two skylights, plastered walls, wooden floor, visible roof structure
Front middle bedroom; wallpapered walls, carpeted floor, plastered ceiling
Front left bedroom; wallpapered walls, carpeted floor, plastered ceiling
Rear right bedroom / study
Modern tiled bathroom with bathtub, walk-in shower, wall-mounted toilet, vanity unit with washbasin, cabinet with washer/dryer connections, electric underfloor heating, and mechanical ventilation
Separate tiled toilet with wall-mounted unit
Access to roof terrace
Second floor:
Landing; plastered walls, carpeted floor, plastered ceiling
Living room with Velux skylights including blackout blinds and insect screens, air conditioning, and a Velux balcony window; plastered walls, carpeted floor, visible roof structure
Open kitchen with fitted units including built-in sink, combination oven/microwave, dishwasher, and induction hob
Bedroom with air conditioning; plastered walls, carpeted floor, plastered ceiling
Tiled en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower, bathtub, and vanity unit
Laundry room with high-efficiency combi boilers
Intermediate hallway
Tiled toilet with wall-mounted unit
Outbuildings:
Internal storage
Open wooden storage for bicycles/containers
Garden:
Landscaped garden with paved terrace, decorative paving, planting borders, jeu de boules court, fully enclosed with fencing, and rear access to the parking area
Construction:
Residential building:
Traditionally built with cavity walls in brickwork, concrete ground floor, wooden upper floors, and a pitched roof covered with tiles
Open storage:
Wooden construction with decorative paving and corrugated sheet roofing
Insulation and energy:
The property features insulated walls, roof insulation, and double glazing. It is also partially equipped with air conditioning and includes no fewer than 24 solar panels
Heating and hot water:
The property is equipped with central heating. The high-efficiency combi boilers are located in the laundry room on the second floor: one boiler (Nefit, 2020) provides heating, and one (Remeha Quinta) supplies hot water
Additional features:
-Electronic locking system with key plan
-Camera system (8 units)
-Alarm system