188 DORSET STREET W Port Hope

188 DORSET STREET W, Port Hope, Ontario

$3,499,000

  • 5 Beds
  • 6 Baths

One of the finest and famous estates in Port Hope, the magnificent "Homewood' exudes elegance and grandeur. Privately sitting behind 10 foot hedges, Homewood, built in 1899, is gracefully ensconced in a park like setting of over 1 acre, surrounded by ancient majestic oaks and pines. Dorset Street West, one of the towns quintessential streets, is home to numerous historical imposing, noble estates. As you come into the grand reception hall it serves as the entrance to the expansive principle rooms that offer a splendid stage for any art or furniture collection. The rooms speak of elegant entertaining, the perfect home for dinner parties and exceptional Holiday festivities. The extensive veranda speaks of summer cocktail parties and el fresco dining.The immaculate attention to detail and style taken in Homewood's restoration is beyond exemplary. Respecting the rich history and integrity with thoughtful modernization of the kitchen and 6 bathrooms, spa, sauna, steam shower and 7 working fireplaces. The outstanding primary bedroom suite boasts a fire place, a dressing room and a 4 pc ensuite. All 2nd floor bedrooms boast a working fireplace . The original floors throughout are beautiful stained oak and in prime conditon. No expense was spared anywhere from fixtures, to appliances to replated hardware on every window, door and cupboard sourced from around the world. In particular the marble bathrooms & lower level marble spa with a hot pool, sauna and steam shower stand out. The original Butler's pantry and linen room are magnificent examples of fine preservation. The kitchen lacks for nothing, it's a cook's paradise. The heated double, built-in garage with lower-level entry takes you into the special dog washing area & one of 2 laundry rooms in the home.Sophistication & elegance, Homewood is the epitome of a gracious old world blended with contemporary modern conveniences.Trinity College School for your children.Toronto Airport 1 hr. 401, VIA, 407 minutes away. (id:56241)

  • Listing ID: X12294604
  • Property Type: Single Family

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Rooms

LevelTypeDimensions
Primary Bedroom Second level 8.62 m x 7.54 m
Bedroom 2 Second level 7.3 m x 5.53 m
Bedroom 3 Second level 5.07 m x 5.53 m
Office Second level 5.54 m x 3.9 m
Bedroom 5 Third level 3.9 m x 5.61 m
Great room Third level 10.54 m x 7.89 m
Bedroom 4 Third level 5.13 m x 3.35 m
Other Lower level 10.33 m x 6.08 m
Foyer Main level 7.39 m x 6.41 m
Living room Main level 8.57 m x 7.32 m
Dining room Main level 7.84 m x 5.53 m
Pantry Main level 2.94 m x 5.53 m
Kitchen Main level 4.32 m x 5.3 m

Details

  • Features: Irregular lot size, Carpet Free, Sauna
  • Ownership: Freehold
  • Parking Spaces: 8
  • Transaction: For sale
  • View: Lake view
  • Zoning Description: R2-1

Building

  • Amenities: Fireplace(s)
  • Appliances: Central Vacuum, Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Two Washers, Window Coverings, Wine Fridge, Refrigerator
  • BasementType: N/A (Finished)
  • Basement Development: Finished
  • Bedrooms Main Level: 5
  • Construction Style Attachment: Detached
  • Cooling: Central air conditioning
  • Fireplace Present: True
  • Fireplace Total: 7
  • Flooring: Marble, Wood
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Bathrooms (Half): 3
  • Bathrooms (Total): 6
  • Heating: Hot water radiator heat
  • Heating Fuel: Natural gas
  • Size Interior: 5000 - 100000 sqft
  • Stories Total: 2.5
  • Type: House
  • Utility Power: Generator
  • Utility Water: Municipal water

Land

  • Sewer: Sanitary sewer
  • Size Frontage: 273 ft
  • Size Irregular: 273 x 242.4 FT ; iregular
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