79 Baby Point Crescent

This exquisite grand estate overlooks the scenic Humber River, offering a unique opportunity to purchase an elegant five-bedroom home in a serene setting. Situated atop Baby Point Cres, it offers spectacular views of the river. Featured on the cover of Canadian Homes and Gardens (October 1938) and in Toronto Life Magazine, this residence blends original charm with modern amenities. It boasts a hand-laid split stone exterior, carriage horse garage doors, a heated garage with direct access to the mudroom, and a cedar shingle roof.The front door leads to a stately entrance with oak wood paneling, arches, and a handcrafted wrought-iron staircase. A 2000 Peter Higgins extension creates a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living spaces. The home is filled with sun-filled rooms and expansive windows that capture the beauty of each season. It includes a charming knotty pine wood-paneled library with an original fireplace, three gas fireplaces, and four wood-burning fireplaces. The eat-in kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite island and counters, oversized butcher block counters, and double-sided sinks.Entertaining is made easy with a secondary staircase, perfect for hosting dinner parties in the formal upper dining room or casual lower dining area with patio doors leading to a stone terrace. Relax in the family room by the wood-burning fireplace or enjoy movies in the theatre room, equipped with surround sound and a projector. The home also features a sauna, an arts room with a pottery sink, a crafts room, and a wine cellar.Beyond the home, youll join the close-knit Baby Point community, with access to the Baby Point Club offering bowling, tennis, skating, and year-round events. The home is within walking distance to the subway and Bloor West Village cafes, bakeries, shops, and dining options from fine dining to local pubs. (id:54626)