What to consider when buying in 't Zand

Pros:

• Close to the German border; you're 15 minutes from Arnhem by car, making commuting manageable without living in a larger city
• Quiet, residential character with detached and semi-detached houses on larger plots—you get actual garden space
• Direct access to cycling routes into the Achterhoek countryside; the Slinge river and surrounding farmland are immediate neighbours
• Lower property prices than you'd pay for equivalent space in Arnhem or Nijmegen

Cons:

• No train station in Lichtenvoorde itself; you depend on the bus (Arriva) to reach Arnhem or Zutphen
• Limited local services: the nearest supermarket requires a short drive, and medical specialists mean a trip to a larger town
• Rural isolation can feel heavy in winter; social life and entertainment require planning or a drive out
• School options are limited; families often rely on the few local primary schools or must travel for secondary education