Estate Groene Zee – a unique Veluwe estate with two residences, exceptional nature and rich history
Bordering the beautiful Renderklippen nature reserve on the Veluwe, near the Bijsterbosweg in Epe, lies Estate Groene Zee. A rare combination of living, nature, tranquillity and heritage on an expansive publicly accessible NSW estate of over 17.5 hectares, featuring a horse meadow, vast woodlands, walking trails and a historic burial mound.
This unique estate comprises two residences, each with its own character and complete privacy, surrounded by heathlands, extensive forests and the typical Veluwe landscape. Here, you live in the heart of nature, with daily views of abundant wildlife. A truly exceptional place for nature lovers, and ideal for shared living with family or friends.
The blend of cultural history, natural beauty and residential comfort makes Estate Groene Zee an exceptionally rare property in the Netherlands. A place where the seasons are palpable, where silence is truly silent and where every day offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Despite its secluded setting, the amenities of Epe are only a short distance away, as are the A50 and A28 motorways, providing easy access to Zwolle (15 minutes) and Apeldoorn (25 minutes).
The Estate
The publicly accessible estate consists of expansive forests, heathlands and winding walking paths that give the grounds an almost park like appearance. The productive forest with mature larch and douglas fir trees forms a beautiful backdrop and contributes to the secluded and tranquil atmosphere. In several places, the landscape opens up to sweeping views over the heath, while old tree-lined avenues and natural elevation changes add character.
Nature here is truly exceptional. Wildlife lives quite literally around the residences; wild boar and roe deer are frequently spotted, and the presence of a badger sett underscores the ecological richness of the area. At dusk and early morning, the estate reveals its most impressive side, when the Veluwe landscape comes fully alive
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For outdoor and animal enthusiasts, the estate includes a spacious horse meadow with a simple shelter. The grounds also offer ample opportunities for relaxation and recreation, including a swimming pool tucked away in the greenery and numerous walking trails.
Another noteworthy feature is the orchard, home to a variety of fruit and nut trees, including several apple varieties, pear, plum, fig, walnut and sweet chestnut. A place that changes character with the seasons and enhances the rural and authentic feel of the estate.
The Residences
Bijsterbosweg 9
The country house at Bijsterbosweg 9 dates back to the post war reconstruction era of the 1960s. With extensions and updates in the 1970s and 1980s, it has evolved into a beautifully designed residence with a living area of 281 m² and a volume of over 1,260 m³.
All living spaces are situated on the ground floor. Through the entrance and vestibule, you reach the hallway, which includes a cloakroom and guest toilet and connects the daily living areas with the bedroom wing.
The house features two spacious living rooms with high ceilings, large windows—including sliding doors—and a fireplace. Each room offers generous space and stunning views of the surrounding nature. One living room opens onto a covered terrace and flows into the large kitchen-diner. The other living room includes a raised section, ideal for a cosy lounge area or a grand piano.
The bedroom wing contains five bedrooms, all equipped with built in wardrobes and air conditioning. The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with a shower, double washbasin and toilet. The remaining four bedrooms have their own washbasin. A second bathroom with shower is also present, which additionally houses the laundry connections. Two separate cellars provide ideal storage for wine, provisions and archives. A spacious integrated garage/storage area completes the house.
Behind the beautiful flower garden, an additional storage space is available for garden tools and firewood.
Bijsterbosweg 11 – Renderloo
The country house Renderloo is a charming residence with a striking appearance and a remarkable history. Built in the 1920s as a summer residence for a family from The Hague, it later became a Baptist retreat centre in the 1950s. It was briefly used as a boarding school before passing into private ownership and eventually being incorporated into Estate Groene Zee.
The house is characterised by its elegant architecture and beautifully curved thatched roof. The layout is equally unique and full of surprises. On the ground floor are the kitchen, dining room with an authentic tiled fireplace, a slightly sunken living room with fireplace and French doors to the terrace. Additionally, there is a hallway, office, bedroom with ensuite bathroom, toilet and utility room with rear entrance. From the dining room, a split staircase leads to the first floor, where halfway up you will find the guest toilet and a charming studio.
The upper floor contains several bedrooms. The built in beds and room numbers from its time as a boarding school have been preserved in some areas.
A former coach house belongs to this residence. It contains several rooms and traces of its past as a country retreat and boarding school are still visible.
NSW status and possibility of subdivision
Estate Groene Zee is designated as a publicly accessible NSW estate. This status offers various fiscal advantages, including exemption from transfer tax, a reduced property valuation (WOZ), and potential benefits for gifting and inheritance. A condition is that the new owner must maintain the estate accordingly and re-register it under the current public access arrangements.
A unique feature of this estate is its size and the presence of two separate residential plots. This offers the possibility to divide the property into two independent estates, each with a full residential function.
Environmental plan / Zoning plan
According to the current zoning plan of the municipality of Epe, the entire estate is designated as ‘Value – Estate’. Both residences have a ‘Value – Residential’, while the remaining grounds are classified as ‘Value - Forest’. The burial mound is designated ‘Value – Archaeology 1’, indicating the highest level of archaeological protection. Other parts of the estate fall under ‘Value – Archaeology 4’ and ‘Value – Archaeology 5.
The zoning plan allows a residence of 750 m³ at each residential location, or the existing volume if larger.
Outbuildings may have a maximum size of 75 m², or more if legally existing. ‘
Under the “Value – Estate” designation, it is possible to construct an additional outbuilding of 100 m², potentially increased by 20 m². Further information is available via the Dutch environmental portal (https://omgevingswet.overheid.nl/regels-op-de-kaart/). We can also provide clarification during a viewing.
This presentation is informative and entirely non binding. Drawings, measurements, surface areas and volumes are indicative; no rights may be derived from them. The full brochure is available.
The information in this presentation is based on the residence at Bijsterbosweg 9. Floor plans and additional details for Bijsterbosweg 11 can be found in the downloadable brochure.
Estate Groene Zee offers a unique opportunity to live in one of the most beautiful locations on the Veluwe.
