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:15069)
| 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 |
| 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 Sqft |
| Type | House |
| Detached Garage | |
| Garage |
| Acreage | No |
| Sewer | Septic System |
| Size Frontage | 1300 Ft |
| Size Irregular | 1300 Ft |
| Size Total Text | 1300 Ft |
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