House for sale in Ranst with 4 bedrooms

Living with character in an interwar villa in the center of Ranst

Welcome to Villa Zonneschijn, a charming interwar home in the heart of Ranst. Together with its neighbor Onze Wensch, it was built at the time for a local family of cattle traders. Two houses that clearly belong together, but each has its own personality. In front is an imposing cedar that has been quietly watching over and defining the streetscape for years. The kind of tree that was already there when the first residents put down their suitcases, and has remained ordinary ever since.

The villa was designed by architect Karel Van Looy, whose work in the Kempen is recognizable by influences of Art Deco and early modernist lines. This can still be seen in the bay windows, mitred gables and stained glass windows with geometric motifs. Through a small portico in the side façade you step into the central hall, where it immediately becomes clear that this is a house that, like good wine, has just aged.

• Interwar architecture with recognizable art deco influences
• Authentic interior with cement tiles, parquet and marble fireplaces
• Stained glass windows recently restored to contemporary energy standards
• Full basement with five practical compartments
• Beautiful garden and characteristic front yard with valuable cedar
• Central location within walking distance of stores, schools and nature

Inside, the house unfolds around a central hallway. On the south side are lounge and dining room, where the light enters beautifully. On the north side you'll find the kitchen and eat-in kitchen. The interior was remarkably well preserved: red-and-yellow cement tiles in the hall, parquet flooring and wooden ceiling in the living area, an oak staircase with landing and ornate marble fireplace mantles.

On the second floor are three bedrooms and a bathroom. The spacious attic room, accessible today via an adapted staircase, could easily serve as a fourth bedroom. Moreover, the house has a full basement and also offers practical space for bicycles and storage.

The villa is located in the village center of Ranst, near the protected village area around Kasteeldomein Doggenhout. Stores, schools and the library are within walking distance. If you like to go into nature, you can visit the nearby Zevenbergen forest. With a direct bus connection you can also easily reach Antwerp and Lier.

A house where the architecture still speaks for itself and is waiting for your visit.

Interested? Don't wait too long and make your appointment at www.sinjoor.be or 03 283 05 00.