Monday, December 11, 2006

Rare, Old Walkerville Brownstone for Private Sale.

Century home in a planned corporate town by Hiram Walker.   There are no other homes like these in all of Windsor.

Built to British Double Row Brick Standard.   Unique Edwardian/Victorian details.   Fully renovated with a cozy blend of period history and modern amenities.   This  historic home sits on a 130 foot deep lot with a spacious yet quaint yard.    Sun and shade all day long.

Five minutes from downtown and walking distance from the Ottawa Street Market, the Detroit River and Via Italia (Erie Street).   Willistead Park and the Old Walkerville BIA are steps away.
Surrounded by some of the city's best restaurants and pubs.   Great school and worship choices.   Your neighbours are an extraordinary mix of professionals including doctors, lawyers, educators, designers, engineers and business owners.

Home Features:

Two bedrooms.   Master bedroom features hurricane door, skylights and stained glass.     Spacious main bath with vaulted ceilings, large skylight and whirlpool tub.    Nicely appointed.   Period stair case is made with Douglas Fir.   Features cascading skylights from the roof line.   A second, half bath recreated in period motif.   Full kitchen with island. Maple cabinets, built-in dishwasher, built-in microwave, dining bay, ceramic floor and lots of natural light.    Dining and living rooms with high ceilings, egg and dart crowns with ash wood and ceramic floors.    All electrical wiring is new.    100 amp service.    All plumbing is 100% copper supply and 100% plastic drain. (no lead).   Central heating and cooling.    Brand new 96% efficient furnace.    Brand new tankless hot water.  Fully insulated with sound and fire attenuation.  Quaint lawns and gardens. Back yard is a nicely landscaped retreat with lots of sun and shade from a good selection of trees. (May Flower, larch, oak).   Lots of fragrant hosta, roses and perennials.   Brick gardens, patio and potting shed.   Back and front yards have full electricity.  
Monmouth road has been re-paved within the last several years.    Brand new sewers, gas and water supply. Historic street lamps have been installed as a neighbourhood improvement.



Photos.  Click on pics to enlarge:


End unit with southern exposure.

Peaceful yard.  Shade and sun.
Skylights.

Light  details.
Brick and cove details.

Variety of new lighting.  Pot, sconce, track ceiling.

Quaint gardens.
Details.

Victorian door console with corbels.

Heirloom varietals.
Brick and mortar

Large Rooms
Lots of light
Comfortable, relaxing whirlpool 
Dining.
Deep sink
Island view.
Kitchen.
A quaint, welcoming street.
Flowers on arbor.





These sought after homes are rising nicely in value.

This one is suitably priced as a solid investment. 


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