1197 Birchview Drive, Mississauga

From time to time, a home is listed that stands out. Experience the charm & character of this fully redesigned Cape Cod home, nestled on a beautiful lot on highly desirable Birchview Drive in Lorne Park. Over 2500 sq ft of above grade, finished with the highest quality materials & crafted millwork. Featuring a Perola Kitchen with solid wood cabinetry, Caesarstone countertops, built ins, glass display cabinets, storage hutch, softclose drawers & pull outs, hidden pantry & under cabinet lighting, plus a long run of picture windows above the sink that frame the treed backyard and a deep farmhouse-style apron sink with high-end faucet (the casual dining end of the kitchen includes built-in bench seating). The main floor has a functional layout with a warm welcoming foyer with 2 custom built in coat closets (the foyer also features an inset patterned tile floor, pendant light and a window seat at the garden-facing window) & a library/office with French doors featuring solid wood bookcases, gas fireplace & custom mantle. The entire home is highlighted by beautiful rich hardwood floors, craftsman doorcasings, oversized baseboards & mouldings. The Sunken Family room has a wood burning fireplace, picture windows, 10ft coffered ceilings & glass doors opening out to the covered deck & backyard (the glass doors lead down to stone walkways and patios that connect the outdoor sitting areas). Natural light fills this elegant home while oversized picture windows that frame the dense mature evergreens, flowering tree canopy and perennial gardens from every room. Multiple covered decks & sitting areas linked by stone walkways provide outdoor areas to enjoy the tranquility & privacy of this extensively landscaped property (a curved paved drive and circular motor court, visible from above, enhance the handsome curb appeal). Upstairs the primary bedroom retreat features a vaulted ceiling, 3 skylights, Juliette balcony, His & Her closets & a 5 piece, spa like ensuite, 3 additional bedrooms, a reading nook, laundry closet and a main bathroom with pocket doors (the primary also includes a ceiling fan and abundant natural light from the skylights). The basement has hardwood & above grade windows, cold storage & a laundry room as well as a cozy recreation room with gas fireplace, & a gym equipped with rubber flooring. The oversized detached garage provides ample parking for 2 cars, storage & workshop area with side entrance, electric garage door opener, 200 amp electrical service. Short walk to schools, shops, Lake & easy access to QEW & GO. A home like this rarely comes along! (id:1945)