History-rich gatehouse with tower and private woodland

Mechelen SOLD

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“The moment the gate opens, you step into your own enchanting world, filled with peace and space, just a stone’s throw from the city centre.”

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History-rich gatehouse with tower and private woodland

Zemstbaan 115
2800 Mechelen

SOLD
Published on 23-4-2026
Sold on 24-5-2026
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Description

IN OPTION - Easily accessible, within cycling distance of the city centre and bordering the wooded park of Geerdegem Castle, perfect for enjoyable walks. Close to the motorway access.

This unique property breathes history and character. It once formed part of the larger estate surrounding the castle, also known as the Hof van Grisar. The neo-Louis XVI gatekeeper’s house, listed architectural heritage, already appeared on the original 1900 plans as “maison de garde de monsieur Ragheno”. Occupied by German troops during WWI, it later served as an orphanage, a packaging factory and eventually a private residence.
Over the years, the home has been carefully renovated with respect for its architectural and historical value. The carillon tower was likely added around 1930 for the then musically inclined son of the family and was later extended, offering generous space and remarkable potential today.

The buildings blend seamlessly into greenery thanks to a total plot of 5,814 m² with private woodland at the rear. Electric gate and new carport. Gatehouse with entrance hall and living room. A few steps lead to the kitchen and sun-filled dining area (modern 2020 extension). Second entrance with dressing and toilet. Bathroom on the mezzanine level, two bedrooms on the first floor. Cellar.

Heated and insulated outbuilding of approx. 150 m² with tower: entrance hall, toilet, practice/workspace, bedroom, storage room, impressive glass polyvalent space and, in the tower, an additional bedroom and inspiring creative area.

Specifications
  • General
    • Area: 322 m2
    • Ground area: 4814 m2
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Parking: Yes
    • Garden: Yes
    • Terrace: Yes
    • Swimmingpool: 0
    • State: Good state
  • Energy
    • EPC score: 371 kwh/m2/j
    • EPC class: D
    • Double glazing
    • Heating: individual
    • Heating type: gas (centr. heat.)
  • Extra info
    • Bureau
    • Washing place
  • Legal info
    • Electrical inspection: yes, conform
    • EPC score: 371 kwh/m2/j
    • Summons: No
    • Building permit: Yes
    • Allotment permit: No
    • Destination site: living zone
    • Preemption: No
    • 0-level: not located in flood area
    • P-score: A
    • G-score: A
    • Included in the register of measures: No

Assets

Exceptional & unique
Large garden with private woodland
Versatile outbuilding: artists, studio, practice…
Close to the city centre

Location

Historische portierswoning met toren en privébos
The moment the gate opens, you step into your own enchanting world, filled with peace and space, just a stone’s throw from the city centre.
The owners

owner speaks out

This house has never been just a home. As a child, I often came here to play, in a world full of imagination and owners with a touch of rock ’n’ roll spirit. Living here one day was a dream — and it always remained so. During the first viewing, the feeling instantly returned: love at first sight, still completely authentic.
As soon as the gate opens, you enter a private, wonderful world of tranquillity and space, only moments from the city centre. Today, I appreciate the woodland even more, especially the natural cooling effect it brings in summer. The garden feels like your own private park. The carillon tower remains a distinctive eye-catcher, even without its bells.
The house itself does not follow a standard layout but offers spaces full of character and possibilities: a unique tower and a green garden conservatory, perfect for gathering, working, celebrating or creating.
I am now saying a double goodbye: to a place that has been part of my life since childhood and to my childhood dream of living in this inspiring home. Anyone who steps inside understands immediately.

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