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188 DORSET STREET W
$3,499,000 Sale
Listed 30 days ago
· 5
· 4.5
· 8
· 5000 - 100000
Key Facts
Key facts for 188 DORSET STREET W
Property Type
House, House
Parking
Garage: Yes, 8 parking
MLS #
X12294604
Size
5000 - 100000 sqft
Basement
Finished, N/A (Finished)
Listed on
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Lot size
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Tax
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Days on Market
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Year Built
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Maintenance Fee
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Description
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 We...st, 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:10452)
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Room Types
Bedroom 2
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Dimensions 7.3 m x 5.53 m
434.53 sqft
Bedroom 3
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Dimensions 5.07 m x 5.53 m
301.79 sqft
Bedroom 4
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Dimensions 5.13 m x 3.35 m
184.98 sqft
Listing courtesy of: CHESTNUT PARK REAL ESTATE LIMITED
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