Surrounded by the vast Frisian countryside, this characterful farmhouse with veranda offers a generous workshop barn with hay barn, a professionally designed paddock paradise, and a charming tiny house. Here, you can enjoy the ultimate outdoor lifestyle in peace and privacy, while all amenities remain within easy reach.
The residence stands on a generous plot of approximately 3,000 m² of freehold land, just a short cycling distance from the lively village of Lemmer. The village of Follega is located on the Tjeukemeer lake and offers a small marina, public transport, and excellent access to the A6 motorway. Amsterdam can be reached within an hour, while you enjoy the tranquility and open space of the countryside on a daily basis.
Here, rural living is perfectly combined with watersports, outdoor activities, and vibrant village life: bustling Lemmer is just around the corner, offering shops, schools, sports facilities, restaurants, and a beach on the IJsselmeer.
LAYOUT
GROUND FLOOR
The atmospheric veranda with outdoor fireplace features a side entrance to the house. The hallway, with cloakroom area, new fuse box, and toilet, leads to the spacious and bright living room. This inviting space overlooks the front garden, features built-in cupboards, a cosy wood-burning stove, and a glass bay window with views over the paddock paradise.
In 2000, the property was extended at the rear to create a generous kitchen-diner, a ground-floor master bedroom, and a bathroom.
The cosy kitchen is finished in light tones and equipped with appliances from 2024.
The master bedroom is located at the rear of the house and overlooks the stables. The ground-floor bathroom features a walk-in shower, whirlpool bath, double washbasin, and sauna.
Additionally, there is a spacious utility room with laundry connections and a multifunctional hobby room. At the rear of the house, internally accessible, is a large barn with mezzanine, suitable for storage or a home-based business/workshop.
FIRST FLOOR
Spacious landing with dormer window and workspace, a second and third bedroom, both with dormers, one of which includes a shower, washbasin, and toilet.
BARN
The barn at the rear can be accessed both internally and via a side entrance. This space is highly suitable as a workshop or storage area. The barn includes a covered area for hay storage or vehicle parking, a storage room, and a carport.
TINY HOUSE / STUDIO / HOME OFFICE
The attractively insulated outbuilding is positioned in a private setting with views over the paddock paradise and the surrounding meadows. A delightful space with a kitchenette, wood-burning stove, and hot and cold running water, ideal as a studio, home office, or guest accommodation.
PADDOCK PARADISE
Alongside the house, extending to the rear of the plot, a paddock paradise has been created with horse-safe edible planting such as grasses, shrubs, trees, and herbs. A small riding arena, multiple shelters and walk-in stables with both hard and soft surfaces, a tack room, and feed storage make this a true haven for horses.
PLOT
The grounds are playfully landscaped with lawns, flowering borders, fruit trees, and several terraces in both sun and shade. Near the tiny house is a pleasant seating area beneath an old tree, where the horses happily share an apple. Additional features include a hay barn, garage with storage and carport, and the paddock paradise with walk-in stable, tack room, and feed storage. Ample parking is available on private grounds.
SPECIAL FEATURES
* Plot 3,000 m², living area 218 m², additional indoor space 116 m²
* Built in 1900
* Solar panels
* Largely fitted with new PVC window frames and HR+++ glazing
* New fuse box
* Paddock paradise with shelter for small livestock or horses
* Walk-in stable with small riding arena
* Large workshop barn behind the house
* Fibre optic internet
* Excellent access to the A6 motorway; Amsterdam within one hour
FOLLEGA / LEMMER
Follega, with its marina and direct access to the Frisian lakes, is a sought-after village thanks to its location near Lemmer (5 minutes by car) and close to the A6 motorway.
Lemmer offers all amenities, including a wide range of shops, schools, and sports facilities. The lively restaurants at “the Dok” and the beach on the IJsselmeer are popular attractions. From Follega, the larger towns of Joure and Heerenveen are also easily accessible, and Amsterdam can be reached within an hour.
