Alright I’ll try to get this down as best I can between showings—it’s quite a villa and a great opportunity for families, expat buyers, or anyone looking for that solid lifestyle in Belgium. I’ll give you a full picture (as much as possible), especially for my international clients who may not know Lommel well. If you’re looking for a villa, a bit of room to grow, work, play, or just enjoy some peace, honestly this one ought to be considered.
Let’s paint the real story here. We’re in Lommel, a smaller city up in the north of Belgium, right near the Dutch border. It’s a friendly place, you’ll notice that as soon as you arrive—people say hello in the shops, things aren’t frantic, and it’s not hard to meet your neighbours. Lommel’s got a mix of local Belgian culture with a bit of that Dutch influence thrown in due to proximity, and many expats find it’s a softer landing than bigger cities like Brussels or Antwerp. A lot of families, both local and international, settle here for the balance of work opportunities, schooling, and nature.
Honestly, climate in this part of Belgium is pretty typical for the region—expect temperate weather, not crazy hot summers, not too harsh winters. You’ll get some rainy days here (it’s Belgium, after all!), but the setting is green almost all year, and summers can be just lovely, especially if you’re into outdoor life or gardening.
So, the actual villa at Konijnenpijp 69: Built in 2017, it’s not brand new but it’s in very solid condition—really more move-in ready than you usually find, though some surface finishes (paint, a bit of customisation) are still waiting for the personal touch. The place is set in a very quiet cul-de-sac so you don’t have through traffic zipping by. It sits on a large south-facing plot—great for light indoors and outdoor living in the garden, which is bigger than most and very private.
Here’s what you get, in summary:
- approx 319m² living space
- 5 bedrooms (main + up to 4 more for kids, guests, office)
- 2 bathrooms
- Full finished attic and basement
- Spacious garden facing south
- Energy efficient with heat pump & underfloor heating
- 40 solar panels
- Mechanical ventilation throughout (Type D)
- Modern kitchen with Siemens appliances
- Carport, driveway parking
- Alarm system
- Water softener
- Play areas and shed outdoors
- Ground- and rainwater tanks
- Possibility to acquire more garden/land
- Near city center and Heuvelse Heide/Bosland nature reserves
- Ready for remote work/home office setups
Just to give a feeling of the layout: You step inside into a wide hall (solid door, good security), nice wood detail, first impression is that the space breathes—lots of natural light straight away. There’s a ground floor office at the front—ideal for those working remotely, especially with all the recent changes to work habits. Living/dining and kitchen are all at the garden-side, which means lovely views and way more sunlight than most homes you’ll see on the market here. The kitchen’s got proper appliances (Siemens), big induction stove, tons of workspace for those who like to cook or need to feed a bigger family.
On the first floor, you’ll find 4 more bedrooms, all with quality finish on the floors, and connections if you want to install airco later. Not all rooms are huge, but the storage is actually practical—plus space for wardrobes, not always a given in Belgian houses. Bathrooms are smartly planned, with natural light and the larger one offering a bath and walk-in shower (which is handy for families—no morning rush chaos).
Upstairs again, you get one more full bedroom plus a multi-use room—could be a studio, playroom, guest space. Then, the basement! Loads of expats from the UK, America or Australia appreciate a real basement in Europe—here, it’s dry, finished, plenty of storage, and easy access to utilities for anyone wanting a workshop, gym, or hobby area.
The outdoor area is honestly a big highlight. Private, easily managed layout, play structures for kids, sunny terrace, and two sheds (one with covered seating, so BBQs are covered even if you get caught by a shower). Plus, the garden is almost 1,500m², and the adjoining land can potentially be extended—lots of opportunities for those with green fingers or plans for a serious outdoor play/relax zone.
Now, about the energy rating— it scores unbelievably high (actually, it can produce more energy than it uses), with state-of-the-art gear: underfloor heating, proper insulation, big solar panel setup. You’ll save a fortune on bills, which is not something every house in Belgium can promise, especially these days. There’s a few finishing details left (mainly painting), so if you want to put your own stamp on the place it’s easy, but honestly, you could move in straight away and handle those at your own pace.
And living in a villa like this in Belgium? Well, it’s peace and independence—no shared walls, no one parking in your spot, space to host, space for dogs and kids and gardening. When you need a break, Lommel centre is just minutes by car or bike with supermarkets, cafes, restaurants. Evenings, you can walk or cycle out into the Bosland forest or visit Lommelse Sahara (a unique inland “desert” and swimming lake, very popular with locals)—good for running, family outings, or just clearing your head after work.
Connections to international schools, Eindhoven airport, Antwerp, the E313, are all easy—so for expats or cross-border workers it ticks a lot of boxes.
To sum up: It’s a solid, energy-efficient family villa, big garden, good layout, bright spaces, lots of possibilities—move-in ready, some surface touches still to do but not a project. If you need more info, viewing, or draft plans, just let me know (if I miss your call send an email—I’m in the field a lot lately!). Good value for the area at €765,000, given size and condition.
Honestly, not many like this on the market right now in this neighbourhood, so worth a look if you’re wanting something substantial with a quieter lifestyle and still close to everything.
