House for rent in Berchem

Houses like this are usually cherished. Very rarely rented. An exceptional mansion awaits the Koninklijkelaan in Berchem, which is as self-evident today as it was almost a century ago. Designed in 1926 by Léon Stynen, long before he would become one of the most influential Belgian architects of the twentieth century, this house belongs to his early oeuvre. A rare opportunity to inhabit a piece of Antwerp architectural history. The monumental stone facade suggests that something special is hiding here. Once inside, a house of exceptional proportions unfolds. The stately entrance hall leads to a classic enfilade of salons where high ceilings, fishbone parquets, authentic joinery and an impressive stained-glass dome determine the rhythm of the house. Each room breathes the same subdued elegance, carefully preserved and subtly enriched with today's comfort. The spacious kitchen forms the natural heart of the house. High-quality appliances, generous work and storage space and a direct connection to the dining room under the veranda make this a place where cooking, life and receiving flow effortlessly. Large windows open onto the landscaped terrace and the sunny, private city garden, so that inside and outside in every season stay connected. With five fully equipped bedrooms, four bathrooms and different living spaces, this townhouse offers exceptional space to a large or composed family, or to those who want to combine living and working harmoniously under one roof. The master suite with dressing and a fully renovated ensuite bathroom forms a quiet private room. A separate desk, a practical laundry room and a spacious dry cellar with various mountain and work areas complete the living program. Through the entire house, authentic architecture and contemporary techniques go hand in hand. Customisation, high-quality materials, parquet floors, solar panels, an alarm system and dimmable LED lighting provide contemporary living comfort without compromising the soul of the house. The double parking, consisting of a closed garage box with a private driveway, is included in the rental price. The Koninklijkelaan has been one of Berchem's most sought after residential addresses for generations. Between stately mansions and wide tree-lanes, the Middelheim Museum and the Nachtegalenpark are within walking distance. High quality shops, excellent schools, restaurants and public transport are in the immediate vicinity, while the historic city centre is only a few minutes away by bike. Where exceptional architecture is the scenery of everyday life.