$1,295,000 MLS# 661684

DESCRIPTION

This exquisite century home in the heart of the Glebe has undergone a stunning transformation at the skilled hands of custom home builder Domenic Trapani. The result is an expanded floor plan with all of today's conveniences and upgrades amid the beauty of yesterday's old world charm. Improvements include marble tiled foyer, oak hardwood flooring, coffered ceilings, crown moulding and a gourmet 'Luxor' kitchen with island, granite and pots and pans drawers. The home also boasts all new windows, electrical, plumbing and ducts as well as new furnace, all new drywall and the addition of A/C. Ideally situated across the street from the greenspace of Glebe Collegiate this home is just minutes from the heart of downtown Ottawa and revels in the perks of a central location.

ROOM DETAILS

MAIN LEVEL
Family Room	18.06 x 14.06	Absolutely spectacular! Surrounded by a plethora of windows this family room is a brand new addition at the rear of the home and features French door access to the back yard. A unique centered fireplace separates this room from the eating area.
Foyer	10 x 5.09	This spacious foyer with marble tile flooring and large closet was created by expanding the home's original vestibule allowing for the needs of today's families. Gorgeous stained glass insert in the front door fills this space with sunlight.
Other	10.03 x 4.05 Wet Bar	So smart! Situated behind elegant French doors in a niche between the formal living room and family room the wet bar is perfect for freshening up drinks. Features maple cabinets, wine rack, sink, granite counters and spot for bar fridge.
Eating Area	13.03 x 11.09	Sunlight streams in through an abundance of windows and highlights the rich, dark oak flooring. A built-in desk area has multiple uses - homework station, location for your cookbook collection or a china hutch.
Dining Room	14.01 x 12.02	When this luxurious dining room was given a face lift a large window was found hiding behind a mirror! This sun-filled room at the front of the home also boasts a coffered ceiling, crown moulding, new hardwood and direct access to the gourmet kitchen.
Kitchen	12.02 x 12	This well-designed Luxor kitchen features a gorgeous combination of chocolate and amaretto coloured cabinets, solid 1-1/4 inch granite with no joints, under-mount sink, island with a double bank of drawers and tin coffered ceiling.
Living Room	19.09 x 12.11	A decadent gas fireplace flanked by built-in shelves is the focal point of this elegant living room. Rich oak flooring & an abundance of windows makes this an inviting room for after-dinner conversation.
SECOND LEVEL
Walk In closet	13.07 x 6.05	Talk about organized! This "to-die-for" master walk-in closet boasts built-in shelving including drawers and even oak hardwood flooring!
Master Bedroom	20.09 x 13.06	This beautiful master suite is in the new addition and features four windows, a giant walk-in closet, gleaming hardwood floors, double French door entry (frosted for privacy) and classic crown moulding.
2nd Bedroom	14.05 x 11.07	Originally the home's master bedroom this sizable space features hardwood floors, walk-in closet and sunny window facing a large tree in the front yard and green space beyond.
3rd Bedroom	12.02 x 11.01	Tons of closet space with built-ins is a key feature of this third bedroom which also boasts hardwood flooring and a sunny window with a view of trees.
4th Bedroom	12.01 x 10.11	The 4th bedroom is also spacious. No closet-sized bedrooms in this gracious home!
Main Bathroom	8.03 x 5.11	Beautiful ceramic tile in rich earth tones and varying sizes adorn the floor and walls of this ornate bathroom. Shower has a tiled niche for shampoo bottles and the carved wood vanity comes complete with granite counter.
Ensuite Bathroom	14.08 x 12.01	Highlighted by elegant his and her vanities this 6-piece ensuite features porceline floor tiles, walls with marble mosaic boarder and marble finishing detail. There are windows galore, fabulous claw foot tub and a separate door hides the toilet and bidet.
Laundry	8 x 6.08	Cabinetry, linen closets, ceramic tile and a huge window overlooking the front yard round out this wonderful second floor laundry room.
THIRD LEVEL
Loft	16.07 x 16	This large, open area has sloped ceilings and hardwood floors for added character. The possibilities for this space are endless - make it a games room, sitting area, sewing room, art studio.let your imagination go wild!
Full Bathroom	7.11 x 7.02	Simply darling! This four-piece bath has fabulous lines that match the character of this third level. Let the decorator in you run free.line the open shelves with funky baskets for your toiletries or display colourful rolled towels.
5th Bedroom	16 x 16.07	The breathtaking third level features sloped ceilings and fabulous open concept living at its best. Add a simple wall & make one side a bedroom. Ample room for furniture & there's a large window and full bath. Ideal teen retreat or nanny suite.
LOWER LEVEL
Storage	23.05 x 15.06	The original wooden beams were left visible in the furnace room as a reminder of this home's beautiful beginnings.View the new electrical, ductwork, plumbing & insulation.
Rec Room	31.09 x 13.06	This spacious room is a dream room - dream up your home theatre, pool room, games room or comfy lower level family room.
Bathroom	8.03 x 4.08	This dramatic three-piece lower level bathroom features a delicate pedestal sink, stunning tiled shower & toilet. Totally consistent with the main floor finishings.
Wine Cellar	11.09 x 6.01	Plenty of room to store your wine collection at the perfect temperature!
Office	23.07 x 13.08	Located at the entrance to the lower level, this would make a fine den, library, wine-tasting area, computer room.
OUTDOORS
Lot Size	50 x 107.7	Enjoy your private driveway AND street parking.
Yard	Partially fenced	The ideal Glebe Urban Gardan...lots of entertaining space on your interlok patio, newly sodded lawns, a dash of perennials and nothing requiring something that you do not have a lot of....TIME!
Garage	Triple Car Detached Garage	In total harmony with the house exterior, this is a dream-come-true in the Glebe. Lots of space for your bikes, & canoe for taking down to the canal nearby.

PHOTOS

Front foyer

Living room

Built-in shelving with lighting

Handy wet bar is situated between the living room and family room

Gracious entertaining with ease

Dining room

This formal dining room has space for your large set

Ceiling details

Kitchen with tin ceiling, granite countertops and slam-free cabinetry
(for the angriest teenager!)

Kitchen with feature-windows inserts & accent-lighting

Decadent Luxor kitchen features granite

Undermount sink and upgraded faucets!

Kitchen is open to the sunny eating area

Mosaic tile design highlights the wall behind the stove

Custom ceiling

Eating area

Eating area

Built-in hutch is ideal for storing china, cookbooks or as a homework station

This wall in the eating area houses the family room's fireplace on the other side

Family room fireplace

Family room- check the dimensions! So much that you can do here.

The family room is surrounded by windows and has a door to the back patio

Family room

Look at the detailed tile work in the powder room

Master bedroom features double French doors (frosted for privacy)

Master bedroom

Wake up to a view of trees outside your window!

This spacious and orderly walk-in closet is simply to die for!

Walk-in closet

Ensuite spa

Ensuite (the toilet and bidet are located behind a second door for privacy)

Period tub with a modern day twist! Note the fixtures!

The decadence continues with his and her vanities

Mosaic border detail adorns the ensuite walls

Ensuite mosaic floor tile

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Second floor laundry room has oodles of storage and natural light

Main bath

The shower features gorgeous ceramic tile
in rich earth tones and a built-in niche for bottles

Carved wood vanity is a highlight in the main bath

Third level is gorgeous and open

Ideal for a loft, nanny's quarters, sitting room, teenager's retreat, hobby room...

Quaint bathroom on the third level has hand-held shower

Third floor bathroom

Staircase to 3rd level loft

Lower level

Lower level rec room is lined with potlights

Three-car garage is adjacent to the back yard and stone patio (summer)

Patio (summer)

Back yard enjoys plenty of tree canopy (summer)

Back yard (summer)

Summer view from the front porch of Glebe Collegiate school grounds

View in autumn

Stone walkway welcomes you home

Curb appeal & heritage homes as neighbours.

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