27 Old Yonge Street is an incomparable estate in the exclusive Hoggs Hollow neighbourhood of Toronto. Set well above the street line, with exceptional privacy, this majestic property spans over one acre, and offers truly remarkable vistas of the valley below. It has been in the same family since 1974.

The driveway to the residence is set at street level, below the stunning grounds, with the potential to service a below-grade garage in a new residence. The expansive property encompasses a fenced, in-ground pool. It is surrounded entirely by mature trees and greenery, creating an incredible sense of privacy. It is an urban oasis like no other within the City of Toronto – a true ‘Country in the City’ setting.

Constructed in 1925, the charming, three-storey, stucco residence includes approximately 4,803 square feet above-grade (MPAC). Stepping into the home from the grand, covered front porch, a centre hall design opens to several gracious principal rooms. A restored, stained-glass feature is poised on the landing of the elegant staircase. The home commands the respect of a bygone era, showcasing the scale, design and pedigree of its rich past. Principal rooms are expanded with large bay windows. Plaster coved ceilings are trimmed with subtle in-lays and broad passages create a luxurious flow from one room to another. The home includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and an unfinished basement. It is heated by an oil furnace. In its time, it would have been the “grande dame” of Hoggs Hollow but, in its current form, it does require a very substantial renovation. Alternatively, the property provides a most distinctive setting for a new home.

The property itself is like very few others in Toronto. Not only are the ravine vistas that wrap its perimeter immensely lush and full, but the amount of table land available is remarkable, offering a superb opportunity for its future owners to create their own masterpiece.

Co-listed with Paula and Vicko von Stedingk.