Description

The Lange Nieuwstraat has recently undergone a complete makeover: more greenery and bike lanes, fewer cars... Each intervention contributes to a highly pleasant, human-scale atmosphere—a trend that will only grow stronger in the coming years. The area also boasts plenty of great places to eat, shop, and enjoy culture—an outstanding location.

Behind the striking façade of the townhouse ‘den Branthaeck’, originally built in 1757 in Louis XV style by Lady Joanna Theresia Goubau and her husband, the English esquire and businessman James Dormer. Goubau came from a knighted Antwerp family of silk merchants and landowners. Today, this location is part of a renovation and new-build project designed by Christine Conix.

Behind the beautifully preserved façade lies a welcoming inner garden. The apartment itself is quietly situated at the rear, on the fifth and top floor—meaning no upstairs or side neighbors, which is ideal. You enter through the hallway, which opens onto the spacious, charming living room with tiled floor and exposed roof beams. At the back left: a semi-open kitchen equipped with dishwasher, oven, fridge, and ceramic hob, leading onto a genuine top-tier southwest-facing terrace with plenty of privacy and stunning views of the Cathedral and the Boerentoren.

Of the two lovely bedrooms, the master has shutters and an en suite bathroom with both bath and shower. Also practical: laundry room, walk-in wardrobe, storage cupboard, separate toilet with hand basin, and a large basement storage room. A spacious parking spot is optionally available @ €35k.

Come and experience this characterful, high-class gem for yourself!