Toronto Detached for sale: 3 bedroom (Listed 2009-04-20)

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• Property Value$1,950,000
• Property AddressThe Annex, Toronto, ON, M5R 1R2, Canada
• TypeDetached
• StyleVictorian
• BasementPartially Finished
• Parkingnone
• Year Built1890

• Lot Frontage39.87 ft
• Lot Depth114 ft
• Bedrooms3
• Bathrooms2 full & 1 half

Address

The Annex, Toronto, ON, M5R 1R2, Canada

Description

This is a wonderful offering in the premier part of the Annex.

Fourteen Bernard Avenue is located in an area designated as Heritage for its important architectural merits in mid town Toronto.

This beautiful detached Victorian executive home is rich in fine architectural detailing. It was built in 1890 as one of the original houses on Bernard Avenue. It has been recently renovated throughout with all the desired amenities. It is ideally located close to the much sought after and finest shops and restaurants and the cultural centre of mid town Toronto. It is a highly important offering for its architectural merit with pretty ginger brick detailing.

It enjoys a large rear terrace for summer dinner parties and casual relaxation while being to overlook the beautifully landscaped English-style gardens. There is even a secret garden gently hidden in the rear.

Nearby, is easy access to the TTC, Parks, the downtown core, some of finest private schools such as Branksome Hall, Upper Canada College and The Bishop Strachan School are all within easy access.

The interior of the house is warm and inviting with a wonderful sized Living room with wood burning fireplace The Living room would accommodate various sitting areas. There is a large Dining room which with tall ceilings and all are topped with cornice mouldings and built-in ceiling speakers.

The gourmet kitchen is renovated and opens to the combined and spacious family room with a cozy gas fireplace. The kitchen is large enough for an eat-in area and pantry area which easily accommodates large dinner parties.

The main floor offers easy flow with its circular design.

The main floor is also characterized by beautiful gleaming hardwood floors. There is a beautiful reverse staircase leading to a very good sized second floor reception.

There is also main floor powder room, gently hidden for added privacy.

The second floor has a very good sized master suite including the bedroom with gleaming hardwood floors and fitted closets. There is also a four piece ensuite, which has been renovated and utilizes an older bath tub surround.

The master suite enjoys lovely vistas of the rear gardens for added tranquility.

There is another good sized bedroom and renovated four piece bathroom. Along the long hallway, which leads to a welcoming library for quiet and peaceful times. Included is another is another wood burning fireplace. The library could also be used as a bedroom.

A very comfortable den with rich oak hardwood floors is located at the front and enjoys wonderful views of the streetscape overlooking some very impressive Victorian homes creating idyllic scenery from another century.

The lower level is partially finished with a laundry area and has ample storage.

There is a private driveway, which accommodates three cars by the current owner.

Fourteen Bernard Avenue was built in the 19thc of substantial architectural quality, grandness and presence. It sits gently back from the street allowing it to have a naturally lit interior. It also has the pleasure of having some truly beautiful Victorian homes on the street with exceptional and very appealing architectural appeal.

Fourteen Bernard Avenue is a rare jewel and presents itself for those seeking a very sophisticated and vibrant mid-town location in a pretty detached Victorian house with a private driveway. And, all within walking distance to the best of Toronto.

This is an ideal situation for a single, couple or a family to enjoy...