4558 County 10 Road Port Hope, Ontario L1A 3V5

$3,975,000

Historic Elegance meets country Grandeur in Port Hope. Welcome to the iconic Durham House, a meticulously preserved historic treasure dating back to 1820 and crafted by the renowned Massey Family. Constructed with rare and prestigious triple-brick; an extraordinary luxury at the time reserved only for the wealthiest of homeowners, this 5,300 sq ft residence stands as a testament to enduring craftsmanship.Nestled amid mature trees on a sprawling, storybook setting of 18 acres, this estate offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Canadian heritage with incredible lifestyle or venue potential. Step inside to discover elegant, stately principal rooms infused with the grace of a bygone era. Rich period details, soaring ceilings, and timeless charm echo through the living room, formal dining room, and family room. The expansive kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting an oversized island with a comfortable sitting and eating area. With 4 generous bedrooms, the home also offers the exciting potential to create a luxurious new principal suite with a spa bathroom. The sunroom, flooded with natural light, offers breathtaking views of the formal gardens and oversized pool, invoking the glamour of Gatsby-era garden parties. Beyond the main residence, a reclaimed barn has been thoughtfully transformed into separate living quarters-ideal as an independent guest house, creative studio, rental opportunity, or a sophisticated catering and staging hub for private events. Outdoors, expansive sweeping lawns with abundant space for guest parking or marquee tents descend to a serene 7-acre river-fed pond, complete with a dock and boathouse. Whether you are seeking an iconic family estate, a countryside retreat, or a premier event and hospitality venue, this one-of-a-kind property won't disappoint. Don't miss your chance to become this unique property's next custodian. (id:55460)

Property Details

MLS® Number	X13565016
Property Type	Single Family
Community Name	Rural Port Hope
Equipment Type	Water Heater
Parking Space Total	7
Pool Type	Inground Pool
Rental Equipment Type	Water Heater

Building

Bathroom Total	4
Bedrooms Above Ground	4
Bedrooms Total	4
Appliances	Oven - Built-in, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Stove, Washer, Two Refrigerators
Basement Development	Partially Finished
Basement Type	N/a (partially Finished)
Construction Style Attachment	Detached
Cooling Type	Central Air Conditioning
Exterior Finish	Brick
Fireplace Present	Yes
Foundation Type	Stone
Heating Fuel	Geo Thermal
Heating Type	Heat Pump
Stories Total	2
Size Interior	3,500 - 5,000 Ft2
Type	House

Parking

Detached Garage
Garage

Land

Acreage	No
Sewer	Septic System
Size Frontage	1300 Ft
Size Irregular	1300 Ft
Size Total Text	1300 Ft

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