1197 Birchview Drive

From time to time, a home is listed that stands out. Experience the charm & character of this fully redesigned Cape Cod home, nestled on a beautiful lot on highly desirable Birchview Drive in Lorne Park. Over 2500 sq ft of above grade, finished with the highest quality materials & crafted millwork. Featuring a Perola Kitchen with solid wood cabinetry, Caesarstone countertops, built ins, glass display cabinets, storage hutch, soft close drawers & pull outs, hidden pantry & under cabinet lighting. The main floor has a functional layout with a warm welcoming foyer with 2 custom built in coat closets & a library/office with French doors featuring solid wood bookcases, gas fireplace & custom mantle. The entire home is highlighted by beautiful rich hardwood floors, craftsman doorcasings, oversized baseboards & mouldings. The Sunken Family room has a wood burning fireplace, picture windows, 10ft coffered ceilings & glass doors opening out to the covered deck & backyard. Natural light fills this elegant home while oversized picture windows that frame the dense mature evergreens, flowering tree canopy and perennial gardens from every room. Multiple covered decks & sitting areas linked by stone walkways provide outdoor areas to enjoy the tranquility & privacy of this extensively landscaped property. Upstairs the primary bedroom retreat features a vaulted ceiling, 3 skylights, Juliette balcony, His & Her closets & a 5 piece, spa like ensuite, 3 additional bedrooms, a reading nook, laundry closet and a main bathroom with pocket doors. The basement has hardwood & above grade windows, cold storage & a laundry room as well as a cozy recreation room with gas fireplace, & a gym equipped with rubber flooring.The oversized detached garage provides ample parking for 2 cars, storage & workshop area with side entrance, electric garage door opener, 200 amp electrical service. Short walk to schools, shops, Lake & easy access to QEW & GO. A home like this rarely comes along!