Bloemendaalseweg 236

Surroundings

The property is located on the main road in the attractive village centre of Overveen. There are various other amenities within walking distance, such as a butcher’s shop, a bookstore, a health food shop, an Albert Heijn supermarket, and a variety of restaurants. Amongst the wealth of dunes, you will find various walking areas, such as Landgoed Elswout or the vast National Park Zuid-Kennemerland. The beach is also nearby by bike or train. A wide range of shops, restaurants and culture can be found in the lively centre of Haarlem, just 8 minutes by bike.

History

The building at Bloemendaalseweg 236-238 was designed in 1906 by architect C.H. Peters. Originally, this building served as a post office with an attached service house. The former post office was built in neo-renaissance and chalet style. This style deviated from the designs that C.H. Peters normally applied to urban buildings. The reason for this deviation is that the architect was of the opinion that this new style fitted in better with the ribbon development of Overveen.

Partly because of the high tower on the roof, this building is still an iconic feature of the entrance to the village centre.

Source image: Overveen in old photographs/Oud Overveen