A hidden country estate by the water
Some houses impress with their square footage. Others with their architecture. And very occasionally, there is a place where the location, above all, tells the story. Hyacintenlaan 9 undoubtedly belongs to that last category.
Tucked away in the greenery, at the end of a secluded driveway and almost completely hidden from view, this detached villa sits on an exceptionally generous plot. A place where mature trees, water, lawns, and an almost park-like garden combine to create an atmosphere reminiscent of a private country estate rather than living in the heart of the Randstad.
Whoever drives through the gate here leaves the world behind for a moment.
Freedom, greenery, and water
The plot is the great quality of this special place to live. A lush garden stretches around the villa, featuring an impressive variety of trees and plants. The different parts of the garden each have their own character: open lawn, sheltered terraces, woodland-like vegetation, and long sightlines through the greenery.
And then there is the water. The location by the water lends the whole a nearly serene quality. Only from the air does the true uniqueness of the combination of garden, trees, and surrounding water become apparent. Here, you experience a degree of privacy and space that is rarely available in Warmond and the surrounding region. From here, you can reach the vast Kagerplassen or the monumental canals of Leiden city center within a few minutes by boat.
The spacious driveway and various outbuildings reinforce the sense of an independent estate. There is ample room for cars, hobbies, or a further development tailored to the wishes of a new owner.
A villa with character and possibilities
The house itself has a warm, distinctive appearance. The wooden facades, substantial roof, and large windows blend naturally with the green surroundings. It is not a house that tries to explicitly distinguish itself from its landscape; on the contrary, it seems to be part of it.
Inside, the ground floor offers a surprisingly versatile layout. The living room, featuring the iconic Boley fireplace specially designed for this home, and the dining room form the heart of the house, while the classic Poggenpohl kitchen, utility room, and storage are practically situated. Particularly attractive is the presence of a studio/workspace: a pleasant spot for those working from home, painting, designing, or simply needing their own domain.
Additionally, a bedroom with bathroom is located on the ground floor. This makes the villa perfectly suited for single-level living, a guest house, or a more independent private suite.
On the upper floor, there are multiple bedrooms, a second bathroom, and the landing. The layout is functional yet offers ample opportunities for a contemporary reinterpretation.
Not prescribing, but inviting
Hyacintenlaan 9 is pre-eminently a home for a buyer who looks beyond the existing situation. The villa possesses character and charm, but above all, this place has something that is difficult to create: space, mature greenery, privacy, and an exceptional location on the water. This makes the whole setting interesting for those who wish to modernize their existing home while respecting its character, but equally so for someone dreaming of a more radical architectural transformation. A spacious eat-in kitchen opening onto the garden, larger glass sections, a stronger connection between inside and outside, a wellness or guest function in an outbuilding: the setting invites you to realize a very personal living concept here.
Precisely in the higher segment, that is perhaps the greatest luxury: not having to choose a home that has already been designed for someone else, but having an exceptional place where one's own vision can become reality.
Living in Warmond
Warmond has an appeal that is difficult to capture in a single word. Village-like and green, yet at the same time excellently connected to the surrounding cities and amenities. The water-rich landscape and the proximity of the Kagerplassen give the area a distinct recreational character, while Leiden and the rest of the Randstad are within easy reach. Hyacintenlaan 9 adds a rare dimension to this: the feeling of truly living outdoors, without having to forgo the accessibility that daily life demands.
A place you must experience
Photos show the greenery. A floor plan displays the space. An aerial photo clarifies the unique location. But none of them fully captures what sets this place apart.
The silence as you drive up the driveway. The filtered light between the mature trees. The seclusion of the garden. The water that feels close by everywhere. And above all: the freedom to create a living environment here that is entirely your own.
Hyacintenlaan 9 is no ordinary villa. It is a country estate in the making – a rare private domain where nature, water, and quality of life come together.
A special opportunity for those seeking not just a house, but above all a place that is irreplaceable.
