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This Circa 1836
was home to one of Whitby's most prominent first settler's and founders.
A prestigoius part of highly sought after "Olde Whitby "
this home offers privacy and elegance as an estate residence and
a very popular B&B. Truly a " walk back in time "
The grounds are sheltered by mature trees. A captvating setting
with it's circular drive and pillared entrance. This incredible
home has stood the test of time in high fashion. The original home
has retained its Georgian character with the architectural
detail of the formal dining room windows, high baseboards, original
wood work, plate rails and characteristic high ceilings. A huge
library with pine floors, floor length windows, carved plaster moldings,
plaster ceiling medallion,wood burning fireplace and an elegant
front foyer with winding mahogany staircase. The original home also
has a study ,a sunny main bedroom with dressing room.In 1992 the
current owners removed the back half of the home and rebuilt this
area to todays modern standards with a two storey turret,open
concept, state of the art kitchen, a great room with gas fireplace
, stained glass window, plenty of windows and walkouts overlooking
the professionally landscaped gardens, lily pond and waterfall.
A master suite and bedroom were added on the second level. The kitchen
is truly a culinary dream come true with high quality white cabinetry,
top of the line fixtures and extras including a seperate home office,
pantry and butlers pantry. The great room has a gas fireplace with
stained glass window above and amazing light from all three sides.
An atrium stair well leads to a master bedroom suite. This is a
luxurious private retreat for the B&B hosts with an open octagon
bedroom and sitting area, gas fireplace with stained glass window
above and 8 pc.c ensuite bath. Five bedrooms in total , all 3 upper
bedrooms with ensuite baths, two private lower bedrooms with a shared
bath and sauna. A very popular well known getaway in the GTA. Other
services include, wedding party packages, small private ceremonies,
wedding photos and more. A truly unique one of a kind property.
Offered at $750,000.00
Kelly Purcell
Associate Broker
Royal LePage Frank Real Estate
200 Dundas St. E. Whitby L1N 2H8
905-242-6883
kpurcell@royallepage.ca
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