of calm. Tall, storied trees line the quiet streets, there are no sidewalks, songbirds fill the morning air and crickets take over at night – creating an extraordinary “country in the city” atmosphere.Fully renovated from its original 1953 layout, this exceptional raised bungalow is a one-of-a-kind work of heart. Natural light pours through generous east-facing and west-facing windows, bathing the home in beautiful morning and evening light. The views extend into enchanting front and rear gardens, where flowering trees, mature shrubs and thoughtfully layered perennials create a private sanctuary that changes beautifully with every season.The gardens are a gardener’s dream, with hydrangeas, roses, lavender, catmint, hellebores and white-flowering dogwoods complemented by red and yellow sugar maples, five flowering pink Kwanzan cherry trees, an emerald cedar privacy hedge and towering pyramidal oaks. Every window frames a living picture.Inside, the home blends warmth, character and European-inspired craftsmanship. A soaring entrance, walkout basement and carefully considered renovation create a distinctive sense of space, while custom details add an unmistakable old-world elegance – from the striking black London fireplace mantle and wardrobe-style double-door closets to the gothic Parisian wrought-iron banister and Roman arches in the bathroom.This is a home designed to make you slow down, breathe deeply and appreciate where you are. A peaceful retreat surrounded by nature, yet remarkably close to Toronto, shopping, dining, parks, schools, transportation and every urban convenience. (id:62650)