187 Cottingham St

Gracefully set back from the street on coveted, quiet Cottingham in The Republic of Rathnelly, stands this exquisite turn-key home. Built in 1890, as one of the few detached homes on the street, 187 Cottingham is truly a great dame of the neighbourhood. In 2013 the home underwent a full back-to-the-brick restoration, meticulously overseen by the current homeowners, realized by Shima Homes. Their goal was to restore the handsome exterior, honouring the Victorian architecture of the streetscape while reimagining the interior spaces with modern conveniences and the efficiency of daily life in mind. The renovation included up-to-date building systems, intuitive planning, thoughtful design and a quality of craftsmanship that one must experience. The result; an elegant, timeless, turn-key home for the discerning homeowner. The main floor features soaring ceiling heights reaching over 10 feet, enhancing the sense of space and light. Meticulously crafted plaster molding and wall paneling create a sophisticated timeless elegance. Custom milled kitchen features highly organized storage, top of the line appliances and a breakfast bar. The butler's pantry / bar walks conveniently through to the dining room. Step down into the light filled living room with 11'9" ceiling heights, gas fireplace and french doors that walk out to the lush, landscaped backyard. The main floor was designed for entertaining and easy every day living. Incredible skylight and southern exposure drenches the home in sunlight. The second storey houses the primary suite with a luxurious 5pc ensuite, large walk-in closet and built-ins. The second floor family room is a wonderful place to unwind at the end of the day features a wood burning fireplace. The third floor houses two additional spaces, a bedroom and a home office that walks-out to south facing terrace with picturesque city skyline views in the distance. The den and office were both designed to easily be converted into bedrooms should one desire. The lower level features a temperature chilled wine cellar, and a large office / laundry space, a cedar-lined closet and incredible storage. All four levels are accessed by the paneled Cambridge elevator.