The Old Mill 5

For Sale | Commercial Space - Showroom - Restaurant - Office - Residential
‘A monumental icon with potential on the Amstel’

De Oude Molen 5 in Amstelveen (1184 VW)

• Multifunctional
• National monument
• Freehold land
• Centrally located
• Size 489 m2 LFA
• Plot approx. 1,500 m2
• Asking price: €2,250,000 costs payable by buyer

General
A unique opportunity in a place full of history, character, and future. De Oude Molen 5 is a monumental building on the site of the former gunpowder factory, right on the Amstel river. Currently home to the popular restaurant FÊTE Vis, it is ready for a new purpose.

Whether you are looking for an inspiring workplace, an elegant showroom, an architect's studio, or a unique combination of living and working, this building offers the space and atmosphere to bring your plans to life.

A world of its own, in the middle of the Randstad
With the Amstel as its neighbor, Ouderkerk and Amsterdam a stone's throw away, and the city center of Amstelveen around the corner, this location combines tranquility, nature, and accessibility. On-site parking, a spacious terrace, a playful layout, and full ownership make De Oude Molen 5 a rare find.

The municipality of Amstelveen is currently processing our application to change the zoning to commercial space/office/residential (70%), which opens up even more possibilities. The property will be delivered shell-finished – the freedom is yours. The attached renderings give a preview of the potential.

Ambiance, comfort, and individuality
De Oude Molen feels like a boutique hotel with a rugged edge. Spacious, light, surprising. Here is something special – for yourself, your business, or your customers.

Property description
In a picturesque and peaceful setting on the outskirts of Amstelveen, near the Amstel River, lies De Oude Molen 5 – a special property with a rich history and versatile future possibilities. This monumental building from 1913, designed by architect B.J. Ouendag, originally served as a cowshed and carriage house for the former gunpowder factory and is part of a rare industrial heritage ensemble. The building was completely restored in 2002. None other than Winy Maas of MVRDV designed the three modern extensions.

Features & Potential
• National monument with original details such as stable windows, machine-made brick facades, and characteristic gable roofs.
• Approximately 489 m² of floor space (including conservatory), divided over various multifunctional rooms, a utility kitchen, and technical facilities.
• Monumental conservatory at the rear with a view of the surrounding greenery and water, suitable for receptions, catering, or light work.
• Very easily accessible, both by car and bicycle, with a free location on a quiet street in the characteristic outskirts of Amstelveen.

Zoning development
The property currently has a catering zoning. However, the municipality of Amstelveen is currently working on an initiative to change the zoning plan to a combination of residential and commercial use (70% residential / 30% commercial space) or a complete conversion into, for example, an office, studio, or commercial space. This creates a rare opportunity to redesign a monumental building according to your own vision within a spatial and historical framework.

Heritage & Location
The property is of cultural and architectural historical importance, partly due to its location within the original factory site of the gunpowder industry, one of the last in the Netherlands. Surrounded by greenery and water, it forms an atmospheric enclave between the Amstel River and the polders, with tranquility, history, and inspiration as its natural ingredients.

Layout & Experience
Monumental living and working in green surroundings