181 Crescent Road

15 Pages·2014·0.51 MB·English

181 Crescent Road
1
#
1
#

www.chestnutpark.com
See my website: www.janetlindsay.com Email me: [email protected]
Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited, Brokerage
1300 Yonge Street Suite 100 | Toronto, ON. M4T 1X3 | 416.925.9191
1181 Crescent Road

~~ RRosedale ~~

Presented by JJanet Lindsay, Sales Representative 416-925-9191

Welcome to this truly handsome, classical, unusually spacious 8 Bedroom, executive family home
designed by noted architects Gordon and Helliwell in 1902 for T. Gordon Brown, a Stationer.
Beautifully restored with care to preserve its timeless beauty by the present owners, who purchased the
property in 1979, it is situated on a delightful 50’ x 254’ lot framed by wonderfully landscaped gardens
front and back. Perfectly positioned along this prestigious winding, treed road, it is in perhaps one of
the most sought after family areas in South Rosedale. Impressive and sun-filled, this stately residence
of approximately 4810’ above grade and over 1670’ below, totals over 6480’ in all and has a truly
magnificent and unusually deep Garden offering both privacy and great aesthetic appeal. Well planted,
for seasonal variety it affords charming family and sophisticated entertaining spaces on a southwest
facing lot of astonishing proportions.

Ideally located, this quality residence is just a short walk from all the amenities of the Yonge Street
subway, fine area shops, acclaimed restaurants, Branksome Hall, the Toronto Lawn Tennis Club, The
York Racquets Club and Craigleigh Gardens Park (a dog lover’s paradise). Mooredale House with its
pool and splendid activities is within one block and the fabled Rosedale Park with its extensive year
round sports and recreational facilities, including tennis and skating and, in Spring, the celebrated
Mayfair fete, is just north. Blending an easy flow with relaxed elegance and practical upgrades, this
excellent property is within a short stroll of Bloor Street or the miles of hiking and biking trails of the
Rosedale Ravine Parks system.

Inside, the protective Vestibule leads to a wonderful, airy and open Reception Hall with Fireplace,
where design aficionados will appreciate the Inglenook seating and the rich wood Ionic columns and
millwork which frame the stately staircase. The adjoining principal rooms are also oversize with tall
ceilings, and filled with the same vintage character and flair. The inviting Living Room has a striking,
Turreted Window Bay and Wet Bar and would accommodate a grand piano or two seating groups,
while the formal Dining Room seats 12 or 18 in comfort. The Family Room between the two provides a
conveniently oriented extra Living space with its bright Bay Window, cozy fireplace and Beamed
Ceiling, making this room a magnet for smart, informal get togethers.

The well-scaled and superbly laid out, updated Kitchen would be a Chef’s favourite with its great light,
spectacular Garden views and streamlined design for easy food preparation. Casual family dining in
front of the Garden windows in the Breakfast Room provides an enchanting ambience with its custom
built-in cabinetry and walk out to the deck. A well-placed Office, with its tall window wall over the
Mud Room entry, also shares the same lush Garden views. The staircase located here (which leads to

Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the information, including all measurements,
contained in these feature sheets. This information is provided by sources we believe to be reliable, but which may
not be, and which we cannot therefore guarantee. This is not a representation of Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited.
the Lower Level), is one of three in this fine property as, in addition to the Grand Main Staircase, there
is a second enclosed one leading from the side door to the Lower Level and directly up to the Third
Floor. A 2-Piece Bath and large Laundry Room complete the main floor.

The Second floor has a king-size Master Suite cozily anchored by a warming Fireplace, and is large
enough for a separate Sitting or Desk Area in the light-filled and unique Turreted Window Bay. A
bright walk-through Dressing Room with His & Her Walk-in closets leads to the 6-Piece Ensuite. There
is also a Second Bedroom with a double closet, large Bay Window and Fireplace, a Third Bedroom with
double closet and a Fourth Bedroom (presently used as an office). Each of the Third and Fourth
Bedrooms access the broad Sunroom which captures the lovely west and south light perfectly. There is
also a 4-Piece Hall Bath on this floor.

The Third Level is very spacious and bright, with four potential bedrooms or three bedrooms and a
potential second bath (in addition to the existing 4 piece bath). This floor has been used as an
apartment with its own separate entry and stairwell. The good ceiling height ensures great natural
light.

The Lower Level has been used by the owners as a separate one bedroom apartment for live-in/or
teens. Alternatively, these rooms could be used as a Media/Recreation room, extra bedroom or
Play/Exercise Rooms. A large second Laundry Room with sink, a 3-Piece bath, plentiful storage and
utility spaces complete this floor.

This beautifully maintained family home is much prized for its proximity to fantastic transportation
and top Schools. It is just 15 minutes to the financial centre by car, 20 minutes to the Island airport or 30
minutes to Pearson International and a short walk to the chic Galleries, Boutiques and Museums of
Yonge or Bloor. This is a choice home in which to relax and enjoy all the benefits of this premier
address. It is an impressive example of Rosedale’s past embodying both classic proportions and infinite
practicality as well as thoughtful updates completed over the years by the present owners, who wanted
to preserve the rich history of this elegant residence.

Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the information, including all measurements,
contained in these feature sheets. This information is provided by sources we believe to be reliable, but which may
not be, and which we cannot therefore guarantee. This is not a representation of Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited.