You know that feeling when you see something incredible and you just can't help but stop and stare? Well, that's likely the feeling you'll experience when you take in this luxury estate in Oakville that's currently on the market.
Located at 275 Balsam Drive in the affluent neighbourhood of Old Oakville, a charming pocket near the shores of Lake Ontario known for its residential streets lined with heritage properties, this luxe home is truly a feast for the eyes.
Potential homeowners will be drawn in by the truly exceptional design that's found both inside and out, as the entire house was meticulously renovated in 2013 and was finished to the highest standards.
Sitting on an extensive plot, the breathtaking two-storey, 17-room house has 6+2 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, and more than 5,000 square feet of living space. Notable features include sleek hardwood floors, luxe light fixtures, soaring ceilings, and custom built-ins which give the whole pad a glamorous finish.
The home's grand kitchen blends traditional charm with contemporary needs, complemented by tile flooring, dual ovens and fridges, and silver and white tones.
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Every bedroom features its own en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet with custom shelving, while the master bedroom boasts a closet that's bigger than some studio apartments.
This unique piece of real estate is also home to a large converted basement, where you'll find the theatre room with two projectors, gym, vented poker room, bar, sauna, and an impressive wine cellar that would make any sommelier weak in the knees.
Also worth noting is there's a 3-level elevator, four gas fireplaces, and parking for 16 vehicles. Oh, and some Vegas-themed fun in the kitchen.
Specs:
- Address: 275 Balsam Drive, Oakville
- Bedrooms: 6+2
- Bathrooms: 11
- Size: 5000+ sq.ft
- Lot Size: 150.00 x 305 ft
- Price: $10,500,000
- Taxes: $49,696 /yr
- Listed By: Sutton Group Quantum Realty Inc., Brokerage
But the true star of the home is the backyard, where the amenities are top-notch. Beyond the kitchen, you'll find an enclosed space that boasts a pizza oven and an outdoor mini-fridge, making entertaining guests a breeze, regardless of the season.
If all this wasn't enough, the home also opens out onto a private oasis, complete with a heated pool and waterfall, a large tennis and basketball court, a Toronto Maple Leafs ice rink, and a pool house finished with an in-law suite, kitchenette, and en-suite bathroom.
If this property is up your alley, you can purchase it through Sutton Group Quantum Realty Inc. for a cool $10.5 million.
So, whether you're in the market or just looking for a distraction while working from home, here's a look inside this beautiful listing.
FRONT OF THE HOUSE
GROUND LEVEL
UPPER LEVEL
BASEMENT
BACKYARD/EXTERIOR