Toronto Detached for sale: 6 bedroom (Listed 2011-09-21)

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• Property Value$6,700,000
• Property AddressNorth Rosedale, Toronto, ON, M3W 2W3, Canada
• TypeDetached
• StyleCoachouse
• BasementFinished
• Parking2

• Lot Frontage90 ft
• Lot Depth135 ft
• Bedrooms6
• Bathrooms6 full & 2 half
• School DistrictPublic and Private

Address

North Rosedale, Toronto, ON, M3W 2W3, Canada

Description

Welcome to Glenedgar. This splendid and highly important English Manor home was built in 1929. Rarely does an important house and property of this magnitude come to the market. It has been brought to the market twice in the last seventy-eight years.

It is a highly important and impressive offering in North Rosedale. Glenedgar was built for the Burton Family, owners of the famed Simpson's Department Stores. The house sits proudly on its impressive and sizable property.

It is ideally situated overlooking Whitney Park which allows for wonderful vistas of tall leafy trees. The rear views from the house are just as impressive, if not more magical. The colours and views seem to continue forever. There are unobstructed views from most windows and rooms. Windows on all sides of the house allow for an abundance of natural light to flood the house, making it very warm and inviting. The views from the original Drawing room through to the Conservatory and on to the garden and beyond are simply breathtaking. It’s hard to believe one is situated in mid-town Toronto. The garden has been restored to its former glory of the grand days of the late roaring twenties. A refectory pool is gently buffered by a pond and a sculpture of a little boy gently spraying water. The rear garden is supported by a limestone balustrade and stone wall which adds to the overall privacy, but also adds to the overall architectural integrity and sheer enjoyment.

The house was built using the finest materials & craftsmanship of the day. And, now it has been masterfully re-created, restored and renovated by the celebrated and award winning John Emery’s Fairmont Restorations Inc. Glenedgar is a fine example where old meets new. It is the best of all things, from past to present.

The interior while set up for easy elegant living is perfect for those who appreciate the very finest in detailing and is simply ideal for those who admire rare objects of art. Glenedgar is a house that will be admired and enjoyed for many years to come. Glenedgar is a true work of art. Fine craftsman from both the past and present have painstakingly created a remarkable house and home for those to enjoy. The original house has withstood the test of time and has now been taken to the next level for today’s modern living.

There is an incredible two-storey reception with a fireplace and a reverse staircase in oak with barley twist spindles & Elizabethan-style newel posts. Wide plank oak floors are found on the ground floor. There is also an abundance of leaded windows. A fireplace sets the mood upon entering the reception. A crystal chandelier beckons ones eyes up to the delightment of the open reception hall.

There is a huge sunny Drawing room with fireplace with fine architectural details. The stone surround used, is from Bath, England. There is a walk-out to a stone terrace.

A beautiful mahogany paneled large Dining room with fireplace from a by-gone era overlooks the impressive walled garden through the large bay window.

The kitchen is sleek in its lines, inviting and large for family living, entertaining and living. An adjoining pantry was created for added benefit. There is even a wine cooler and two dishwashers for added pleasure. The finishes are elegant and very tasteful.

There is a paneled library on main floor with gas fireplace and views of Whitney Park.

The house has been fitted out with structured cable (2 Cat and 2 Coax) wiring for ease of cable, computers and telephones for today’s living.

Typical for the era is the large bright Conservatory and now a cozy and inviting family room which accesses the garden. It has marble floors and French doors. It adjoins the Dining room and Drawing room. There is ease of flow on the ground floor. This is a house to be enjoyed and lived in… the house is a canvas for traditional or contemporary furnishings. Glenedgar House is very versatile for today’s tastes. An added feature are the tall ceilings and abundance of wall space for furniture and fine art.

The master suite enjoys a large bedroom and sitting area, fireplace, tall ceilings and French doors to an open west facing deck. Some of the best views can be found in both the master suite and ensuite. There are two walk-in closets for comfort. The master ensuite is so elegant. Imagine bathing in the deep soaker tub while overlooking the private garden. The master ensuite is the epitome of style.

On the second floor is an open sitting room which takes full command of the park vistas and tall trees that Rosedale is famous for. There are another two very good sized bedrooms each enjoying its own ensuite. The bright rooms have enticing west views of the garden.

The third floor enjoys splendid treed vistas to the west and to the park on the east side. The third floor has been completed with new quarter-cut oak floors and has a wonderful sunny filled games room with two good sized bedrooms with cozy built-in window seats. There is another three piece bathroom on this level.

It can honestly be said that no room in Glenedgar has been sacrificed in order to make another better. All rooms are bright, spacious and have commanding park-like vistas.

The lower level has been created for fun for all. The wine cellar is for those who like to enjoy a fine collection of wines. The wine room is custom designed and is tastefully finished with marble floors. Outside is a sitting area to enjoy. The media room is large though cozy with tall ceilings. During the day deep window wells allow for natural light to stream in for an enjoyable play room. There is a wet bar for movie buffs.

An exercise room or nanny suite is located at the other end. This room can also serve as a billiards room. There is a three piece ensuite adjoining this room.

There are heated floors where noted and a two piece powder room. For today’s family a mudroom has been added with easy access from the side door located off the driveway. There is an abundance of storage for all.

At the rear is a magical Coach house which has been transformed into one great room. It is completed and finished with a new bathroom & kitchen area. The Coach house compliments the estate with fine architectural detailing.

The roof of the Coach house has been completed with slate which is also found on the main house. Glenedgar is known throughout Rosedale for its impressive slate roof, it is unrivalled for this sets it apart from other highly important houses of its time period.

Beneath the living area of the Coach house are found two parking bays and on the lower level is room for storage.

Only the finest materials were used when the house was constructed in 1929. It was a time that Canada's merchant class was showing their confidence in the country's future. No expense was spared at the time for Glenedgar.

Rarely does an estate of this importance come to the market. It is a true appreciation of Rosedale’s past and will continue with all its glory into the future