Rich past with modern features
Home linked to leader of Upper Canada Rebellion boasts blacksmith shop
Schomberg, York Region Location: 27 Western Ave., Church and Main Sts. Asking price: $999,000 Size: over 2,000 sq. ft. Lot: 114-by-147 feet, single-car detached garage, carport, private drive Taxes: $5,090 (2017) Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3
A blacksmith shop, a woodworking studio and a family history connected to the Upper Canada Rebellion of 1837 are all features of this family home.
The original pair of houses were built in 1932, by Alfred Levi Lloyd, grandson of Rebellion leader Jesse Lloyd who founded the neighbouring village Lloydtown. Alfred built the residences — now joined and renovated, and boasting double staircases — for his family and for his mother.
The large property flaunts two buildings to accommodate the current owner’s passion — a unique blacksmith shop, as well as a woodworking shop that doubles as a garden shed.
“My husband and I have lived in this house since 2002,” owner Susanne Prince says. “During that time, he took up the craft of blacksmithing. His interest grew into a committed hobby, so much so that he built a workshop. His skills have led him to both volunteer at Black Creek Pioneer Village and teach courses in blacksmithing.
“Schomberg has a great sense of community, with many groups such as a cycling group. My husband and I frequent the pubs, restaurants and coffee shops, which are all within walking distance,” Prince adds.
The home is also walking distance to a school and a park, and is about an hour’s drive to Toronto. “The owners have modernized this home while maintaining its historic character. It has two fireplaces, hardwood floors and detailed craftsmanship throughout,” listing agent Marcia Walter says. “This unique residence is situated on one of the most sought-after streets in the neighbourhood.”
This two-storey detached home has a wood exterior and features an interlocking stone walkway with a side drive leading to a detached garage and a carport.
Inside the front door is an enclosed porch, or sunroom, with a wood floor, wood panelled walls, a ceiling fan and surrounding windows.
Asolid wood door opens to the living room with a hardwood floor, crown moulding, a gas fireplace, a picture window and two skylights.
The adjacent dining room is outfitted with a hardwood floor, crown moulding, a ceiling medallion, a moulded rail near the ceiling and two windows.
From the dining room is an entrance to the eat-in kitchen which has an island/breakfast bar with pendant lights, Caesarstone counters, high-end stain- less steel appliances, a double sink, track lights, a pantry, a glass door walkout to the deck, a built-in bench and a built-in wine rack. A powder room and mud room are located off the kitchen, as well as another walkout to the back deck.
Upstairs, the master bedroom showcases double French doors, a hardwood floor, pot lights, a gas fireplace, wall sconces and walk-in closet with built-in organizers. The master three-piece ensuite has a heated floor and granite vanity. The second bedroom has a hardwood floor, large closet and picture window. The third bedroom is used as an office and has a hardwood floor, track lights and two windows.
Also on this level is the main, four-piece bathroom.
The basement is unfinished with a separate entrance.
There is a spacious tiered deck in the backyard, as well as lawn, gardens and mature trees. An interlocking stone walkway leads to the two workshops.
To have a look at this property contact listing agents Marcia Walter and Melissa Mackenzie, Engel & Völkers Toronto Uptown, Brokerage, 416-2567000; melissamackenzie.evcanada.com. Although we try to provide the most up-to-date information available, we cannot guarantee features as listed. Please contact the realtor for latest details. To make a submission to Home of the Week, email soldhome@rogers.com.