59 Thorncrest Rd., Toronto
Asking price: $1,998,000
Selling price: $1,800,000
Taxes: $12,755 (2009)
Lot size: 70 by 198 feet
Days on the market: 22
Listing agents: Jill Stewart and Robert LePage, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd.
Space for recreation in and around this grand two-storey residence in Thorncrest Village was paramount to its sale, says agent Jill Stewart.
"It's a very exclusive neighbourhood purposely designed around a community clubhouse with tennis courts and pool," Ms. Stewart says. "A big draw is this unique little entity."
There is also ample room to play throughout the grounds of this nearly 20-year-old house, which was custom built on a 70- by198-foot lot.
"It's set back from the street quite a bit, so it offered quite a bit of privacy," adds Ms. Stewart.
There is a circular front driveway to the detached double garage and a secluded south-facing backyard with an in-ground pool, two-tiered patio and covered veranda.
"It's extensively landscaped with more formal style with finely trimmed hedges and water fountains," Ms. Stewart says. "The lower level had a walkout to the pool and it was fully equipped with separate change rooms."
The basement also has a fireside recreation room with a wet bar, kitchen and bathroom. "It was a great home for entertaining in," adds Ms. Stewart.
Another walkout leads into a two-storey family room with arched windows, a gas fireplace and view of the kitchen.
Also on this level is office, a combined living and dining area, laundry and powder rooms and a "Scarlett O'Hara" style staircase to the second floor landing to four carpeted bedrooms.
Each has access to one of three bathrooms upstairs. The master suite is in its own wing, complete with a six-piece bathroom and a walk-in closet.