188 Dorset Street W Port Hope, Ontario L1A 1G2

$3,499,000

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 town's 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 al 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 fireplace, a dressing room and a 4 piece 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:59743)

Property Details

MLS® Number	X12294604
Property Type	Single Family
Community Name	Port Hope
Features	Irregular Lot Size, Carpet Free, Sauna
Parking Space Total	8
View Type	Lake View

Building

Bathroom Total	6
Bedrooms Above Ground	5
Bedrooms Total	5
Age	100+ Years
Amenities	Fireplace(s)
Appliances	Central Vacuum, Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Two Washers, Window Coverings, Wine Fridge, Refrigerator
Basement Development	Finished
Basement Type	N/a (finished)
Construction Style Attachment	Detached
Cooling Type	Central Air Conditioning
Fireplace Present	Yes
Fireplace Total	7
Flooring Type	Marble, Wood
Foundation Type	Stone
Half Bath Total	3
Heating Fuel	Natural Gas
Heating Type	Hot Water Radiator Heat
Stories Total	3
Size Interior	5,000 - 100,000 Ft2
Type	House
Utility Power	Generator
Utility Water	Municipal Water

Parking

Garage

Land

Acreage	No
Sewer	Sanitary Sewer
Size Depth	242 Ft ,4 In
Size Frontage	273 Ft
Size Irregular	273 X 242.4 Ft ; Iregular
Size Total Text	273 X 242.4 Ft ; Iregular|1/2 - 1.99 Acres
Zoning Description	R2-1

Rooms

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

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