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188 Dorset ST W Port Hope, ON L1A 1G2

5 Beds

6 Baths

0.5 Acres Lot

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Approx. Sqft 5000 +

Subdivision Port Hope

MLS Listing ID X12294604

Style 2 1/2 Storey

Bedrooms 5

Annual Tax Amount $14,777

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 0.500 Acres

Property Sub-Type Detached

Property 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 West, one of the towns 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 el 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 fire place, a dressing room and a 4 pc 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.

Location

Province ON

County Northumberland

Community Port Hope

Area Northumberland

Rooms

Family Room Yes

Basement Finished

Kitchen 2

Interior

Interior Features Carpet Free, Central Vacuum, Generator - Full, Sauna, Steam Room, Water Heater Owned

Cooling Central Air

Fireplaces Type Wood, Other

Fireplace Yes

Heat Source Gas

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Pool None

View Garden, Lake, Trees/Woods

Roof Type Metal

Lot Frontage 273.0315

Lot Depth 242.35

Total Parking Spaces 8

Building

Foundation Stone

Listed by CHESTNUT PARK REAL ESTATE LIMITED

Claudia Chopik

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+1(905) 399-7229

Claudia Chopik

188 Dorset ST W Port Hope, ON L1A 1G2

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