Affectionately known as the Bissel House, this is your opportunity to own a focal piece of local history. Located overlooking Bissel Park and the Grand River Valley, this home is set among mature trees on a large lot. Steps to the shops, pubs and restaurants of downtown Elora, this magnificent stone home is most recognizable for its grand front steps leading to the most amazing porch that adorns the front facade. Enter the main floor to wide central staircase creating a perfect post card setting. Grand principle rooms feature deep window sills, unique and original French door style windows, high ceilings, custom plaster finishes and wide, custom wood trim. Custom kitchen will spoil the gourmet chef and large dining room will easily host many special family occasions. Living room features character wood beams, gas fireplace and large windows flooding the space in natural light. Venture to the upper level to find 4 generous bedrooms. Amazing 5 piece bath features double vanity with leathered marble top, glass shower & separate tub. Primary bedroom boasts plenty of closet space as well as luxury 3 piece ensuite bathroom. Check out the lower level accessory apartment which features spacious kitchen, living area and large bedroom with its own separate entrance. Large families passionate about historical homes and architecture will be spoiled with this great home which may also appeal to Buyers looking to operate a Class 2 Bed and Breakfast with up to 6 rooms. A most impressive home centrally located in the sought after Village of Elora, this is a rare find worth a closer look. (id:54532)
MLS® Number | X11987655 |
Property Type | Single Family |
Community Name | Elora/Salem |
Amenities Near By | Park |
Equipment Type | Water Heater - Gas |
Features | Guest Suite |
Parking Space Total | 10 |
Rental Equipment Type | Water Heater - Gas |
Structure | Deck, Porch, Shed |
View Type | Valley View, River View |
Bathroom Total | 4 |
Bedrooms Above Ground | 4 |
Bedrooms Below Ground | 1 |
Bedrooms Total | 5 |
Amenities | Fireplace(s) |
Appliances | Central Vacuum, Water Softener, Dishwasher, Dryer, Two Stoves, Washer, Two Refrigerators |
Basement Development | Finished |
Basement Features | Walk Out |
Basement Type | N/a (finished) |
Construction Style Attachment | Detached |
Cooling Type | Central Air Conditioning |
Exterior Finish | Stone |
Fireplace Present | Yes |
Fireplace Total | 3 |
Foundation Type | Stone |
Half Bath Total | 1 |
Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
Heating Type | Forced Air |
Stories Total | 2 |
Size Interior | 3,000 - 3,500 Ft2 |
Type | House |
Utility Water | Municipal Water |
No Garage |
Acreage | No |
Fence Type | Fenced Yard |
Land Amenities | Park |
Landscape Features | Landscaped |
Sewer | Sanitary Sewer |
Size Depth | 137 Ft |
Size Frontage | 132 Ft |
Size Irregular | 132 X 137 Ft |
Size Total Text | 132 X 137 Ft |
Surface Water | River/stream |
Zoning Description | R1a.54.2 |
Level | Type | Length | Width | Dimensions |
---|---|---|---|---|
Second Level | Primary Bedroom | 9.4 m | 5.44 m | 9.4 m x 5.44 m |
Second Level | Bedroom | 3.72 m | 4.2 m | 3.72 m x 4.2 m |
Second Level | Bedroom | 3.54 m | 4.48 m | 3.54 m x 4.48 m |
Second Level | Bedroom | 3.8 m | 4.45 m | 3.8 m x 4.45 m |
Basement | Family Room | 5.93 m | 6.14 m | 5.93 m x 6.14 m |
Basement | Kitchen | 3.31 m | 3.35 m | 3.31 m x 3.35 m |
Basement | Mud Room | 4.03 m | 1.21 m | 4.03 m x 1.21 m |
Basement | Other | 4.15 m | 5.44 m | 4.15 m x 5.44 m |
Basement | Other | 2.39 m | 2.03 m | 2.39 m x 2.03 m |
Basement | Utility Room | 4.13 m | 8.4 m | 4.13 m x 8.4 m |
Basement | Bedroom | 5.47 m | 5.44 m | 5.47 m x 5.44 m |
Main Level | Foyer | 2.8 m | 2.72 m | 2.8 m x 2.72 m |
Main Level | Dining Room | 5.9 m | 5.54 m | 5.9 m x 5.54 m |
Main Level | Kitchen | 4.26 m | 3.74 m | 4.26 m x 3.74 m |
Main Level | Living Room | 10.47 m | 5.56 m | 10.47 m x 5.56 m |
Main Level | Mud Room | 2.35 m | 2.7 m | 2.35 m x 2.7 m |
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