Detached Villa with Panoramic River Views – Life-Proof Living on the Maas in Kessel
In the rural outskirts of central Limburg, in the charming village of Kessel, lies this detached villa with a spectacular location directly by the river Maas. Thanks to its elevated position, the villa offers phenomenal views over the surrounding meadows and the river – evoking the feeling of being in South Limburg.
Set on a generous plot of 8,832 m², the property is surrounded by greenery, providing an oasis of peace, privacy and freedom. Within walking distance, a small marina can be found, enhancing the unique riverside lifestyle.
This life-proof home features the master bedroom with en-suite bathroom on the ground floor, ensuring single-level living comfort. The additional four bedrooms, second bathroom, spacious living room with open-plan kitchen, utility room, and large garage with mezzanine and private bar complete the residence.
The villa immediately stands out with its distinctive shutters and unique façade colour – a true eye-catcher in Kessel. Elevated on a terp, the property is even visible from the opposite side of the river Maas.
Ground Floor
The spacious entrance hall includes the meter cupboard, cloakroom, and guest toilet with urinal and washbasin. From here, the master suite and living room with open kitchen are accessible.
The master bedroom features a wooden floor, fitted wardrobes, and access to the en-suite bathroom through a glass sliding door. This bathroom has been fully renovated with a beton ciré floor and includes a walk-in shower with built-in taps, whirlpool bath, toilet, washbasin with vanity, and natural ventilation through a window.
Due to the elevated position, the living room offers sweeping views to the front. A gas fireplace adds warmth and atmosphere. French doors from both the living room and kitchen open to the garden.
The modern kitchen is equipped with a cooking and sink island, induction hob, built-in fryer, Quooker, combi oven/microwave, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, and extractor. From here, the utility room is accessible, with a fixed cupboard, laundry connections, sink, underfloor heating unit, and direct access to the garden.
The living room, open kitchen and utility room are all finished with ceramic tiled flooring and underfloor heating. Wooden shutters and recessed lighting are found throughout these high-ceilinged spaces.
First Floor
The landing provides access to four bedrooms, a bathroom, separate toilet, and technical/storage room.
All bedrooms have two dormer windows, insect screens and window coverings. The bathroom is fully tiled and features a shower, bathtub, washbasin with vanity, radiator, electric underfloor heating, and natural ventilation. The separate toilet is fitted with a washbasin.
The technical/storage room houses the central heating system, mechanical ventilation unit, and hot water tank.
Garden & Grounds
The villa sits on a large plot of 8,832 m² with a beautifully landscaped garden surrounding the house. Expansive lawns, fruit trees and mature plantings create a lush, green setting. At the front, the view stretches across meadows and the river.
A large driveway with an electric steel gate leads to the house and garage, offering ample on-site parking. The rear garden is fully enclosed with a hedge and equipped with an irrigation system and private groundwater well.
Garage
The exceptionally spacious garage provides room for multiple cars and is fully insulated. It features a separate boiler, electric sectional door, pedestrian door, toilet, and mezzanine with window. The high ceiling offers multiple possibilities. At the rear, part of the garage has been converted into a private bar with wooden flooring and air conditioning. French doors open directly to the garden.
Attic
The attic is accessible via the first-floor landing.
Additional Features
- Equipped with shutters (electric on the ground floor).
- Hardwood window frames with HR++ double glazing throughout.
- Underfloor heating in the living room, open kitchen, and utility room.
A unique villa with stunning river views, complete privacy, and all modern comforts – perfectly suited for both family living and life-proof living on one level.