Home of the Week: 451 Westmount Drive
451 Westmount Drive: $1,290,000 for a spacious and elegant oasis in the heart of the city
Address:451 Westmount Drive
Neighbourhood: Westmount Hills
Agent: Michelle Symons, Keller Williams Lifestyles, Brokerage
Price: $1,290,000
The Place
A spacious and meticulously updated four-bedroom retreat in the heart of the city.
The Details
Given this home’s size and appointments, “cottage-esque” may not be the best word to describe it ― it’s a generous home, with four bedrooms, 2,700 square feet of space and a fully finished basement ― but there is definitely something the way it is nestled on a grassy hill along the Thames River and surrounded by lush forest, with its stone walkways and red-brick exterior, that instantly evokes the feeling of leaving the city behind and spending a relaxing weekend in nature.
You are still in the city, but this property ― located in Westmount Hills, west of Wonderland Road South and just steps away from Springbank Park ― offers more than a bit an escape. Inside, the home has a very elegant and sophisticated feel, with luxurious features and elements through much of the home. As you enter, there’s a living room to your left through a set of French doors, featuring a large gas fireplace and an impressive mantle. A door in this room leads to the home’s sunroom ― a bright and naturally lit space with windows on three sides, with another set of French doors leading to the first of two stone patios.
The kitchen and dining room are located on the other side of the home and are flooded with natural light thanks to a wall of windows facing out toward the front of the house. The kitchen revolves around a large granite island, which has seating for three and a large double sink. The kitchen is also outfitted with a gas range, plenty of cabinets and a custom tile backsplash. The dining room looks out over the front porch and has plenty of room for family dining and entertaining.
The bedrooms in this home are spread across the two upper levels, with the main floor featuring two bedrooms and a bathroom toward the rear of the house, facing the back patio. (Don’t worry if you’re starting to lose track of the number of patios, here…). One of the bedrooms could also make a perfect home office. The other two bedrooms, including the primary suite, are located on the second floor. The primary suite has an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower, and boasts its own ― you guessed it ― private patio, this one on a balcony overlooking the side of the house.
Down in the lower level is where a lot of the fun will take place, with a large central wet bar, with a gorgeous wood countertop, acting as the focal point of the finished basement. There’s lots of room down here for whatever kind of furniture you want to go with, be it a home theatre setup, a pool or ping-pong table. There’s also a two-piece bathroom on the lower level, plus an oversized mud room/laundry room with a convenient entrance to the garage.
And finally, there’s the stunning back patio, recently renovated and built right into the forested hill behind the house. Here you’ll find lots of room for seating and outdoor furniture, plus a newly installed hot tub and pergola. It features natural stone and landscaped lighting, and a beautiful woodland setting. If you’re looking for a beautiful and cozy home in the lush west end of the city, this home could be a perfect option for you, and with lots of nearby amenities (Springbank Park, Thames Valley Golf Course, Reservoir Park and more) you’re definitely getting the best of Forest and City.
The Tour
Big Selling Point
With four separate patios and a lush green backdrop, this is the perfect blend of indoor-outdoor living.
By the Numbers
- 4 bedrooms
- 5 baths
- 2,723 square feet
- 5 storeys
- 4 patios
- 1 hot tub
- 1 gas fireplace
- 1 attached garage
- $7,788.01 annual property taxes
- 140- by 101-foot lot
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