For rent: House Keizersgracht in Amsterdam

Description

Keizersgracht 596, Amsterdam

Unique: A monumental double canal house from 1727, with a living area of 450 m², high-quality renovated and finished with elegant and very luxurious details, is available for rent. Such a house is rarely on the market, especially since everything is brand new and first use. The property is situated on a prominent corner location, has no fewer than three windows on the façade and has a main entrance on the Keizersgracht and a side entrance on the Spiegelstraat. The property offers panoramic views, while the spacious, sunny south-west facing back garden is a serene oasis of tranquillity in the heart of the city.
This exceptional canal house with a unique, original façade and many authentic details combines historical charm, luxurious finishes and a perfect location, offering a unique opportunity to live in the heart of Amsterdam. A home where tasteful style and comfort come together.

Layout
Basement:
A separate entrance on Spiegelstraat leads to a classic marble hall that connects to all rooms. The spacious kitchen with lots of natural light is equipped with various luxury built-in appliances and a marble worktop. From the kitchen, both the wine cellar and the beautifully landscaped back garden are accessible through French doors. In addition, this floor has a spacious laundry room, a technical room and a guest toilet.
This floor also has a fully lockable studio with its own kitchen and bathroom and a separate toilet: ideal for an au pair or guests.

Bel-etage:
The front door with the original stoop on Keizersgracht opens onto a spacious and impressive hall with classic mouldings, from which two spacious period rooms are accessible on both sides. The room on the right serves as a living room and has windows on both the front and side, including a fireplace (wood). The room on the left is furnished as a dining room, also with windows at the front and rear and a wood-burning fireplace. The high ceilings with ornaments and the natural stone fireplaces give both rooms a very special character.
This floor also has a handy pantry, a separate toilet and a cloakroom.

First floor:
The first floor features two spacious master bedrooms and a stylishly decorated hall with marble flooring and built-in cupboards. Each bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, double washbasin with vanity unit and separate toilet.

Mezzanine floor:
This floor offers a study and an extra room that can be furnished to your own taste.

Second floor:
On this floor are two spacious bedrooms with beautiful views over the canal. The luxurious guest bathroom has a bath, walk-in shower and double washbasin.
This floor also has a gym/third bedroom with en-suite bathroom, equipped with a sauna, walk-in shower, washbasin and separate toilet. This floor also provides access to the south-west facing roof terrace. The hall has ample built-in cupboard space.

Garden:
The charming, deep garden of approximately 246 m² is rich in trees and plants and forms a peaceful, idyllic outdoor space in the middle of the city.

Location:
The canal house is located on the Keizersgracht, right in the heart of Amsterdam’s iconic canal belt. Everything that makes the city so appealing is within easy reach: from the boutiques and cozy cafés of the “Negen Straatjes” (Nine Streets) to the cultural highlights of the Museum Quarter and the Spiegelkwartier. The Jordaan and the vibrant Leidsestraat are also within walking distance. With Central Station nearby, the M52 metro stop “Vijzelgracht” just around the corner (offering a direct connection to Schiphol Airport in under 30 minutes), and excellent tram and bus connections, this location combines historic charm with optimal urban convenience. Parking is available through the permit system or in a nearby private parking garage on the Prinsengracht.

Features:

• Living area of 450m² (measured by the National Institute for Cultural Heritage)
• National monument built in 1727, World Heritage Site
• High-quality renovation in 2025 /luxury finish
• Everything new and first use
• Entire house with separate studio
• 4 floors
• 9 rooms, 6 bedrooms
• Furnished and upholstered
• Deep and unique garden of 246 m²
• Fantastic wine cellar
• Sauna
• Excellent interior and exterior maintenance
• Rent excluding gas, water and electricity
• Alarm system
• Home automation
• Solar panels
• Automated irrigation system in the garden
• Fully integrated B&O sound system
• Multi-scenery lighting with dimming options
• Air conditioning in all bedrooms
• Parking via permit system

The measurement instruction is based on NEN2580. The object has been measured by a professional organization and any discrepancies in the given measurements cannot be charged to Sothebys Realty Amsterdam. The buyer has been the opportunity to take his own NEN 2580 measurement.