Toronto in the fall is lovely, but out in the countryside, it’s pure magic.
If you’ve ever dreamed of escaping the city for a country home that still feels refined and modern, this Mono Township retreat might just make you want to trade your Presto card for hiking boots.
That is, if you can find your way through the forest.
Built in 1900, the original stone farmhouse is rich in Ontario history — but thanks to a stunning modern addition completed about eight years ago, it now blends old-world charm with all the comforts of contemporary living.
The kitchen.
“The addition houses the kitchen, dining, and great room,” said realtor Carolyn Scime, who’s listing the property.
The views from the great room.
“It has a real indoor/outdoor feel. The large glass sliding doors all open up and the pool and patio area feel like an extension of the home.”
The bright and airy great room.
The new wing’s great room is the showstopper: vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace framed by custom bookshelves, and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light.
Old-meets-new.
Parts of the home’s original stone exterior have been thoughtfully incorporated into the addition, creating a seamless connection between the old and the new.
The living room in the 1900’s farmhouse.
A breezeway links the two structures, and the original farmhouse — carefully preserved and updated — offers a cozy living room with a wood stove.
The home office.
There’s also a home office, and not one but two mudrooms (because country life can get muddy).
The priamry bedroom.
Upstairs are four airy bedrooms, and the lower level includes a family room, guest suite, and laundry, all illuminated by deep window wells that let sunlight pour in.
An old wood shed.
But it’s the outdoor space that truly sells the fantasy. “The property is magical,” Scime says. “At the top of the ridge there’s a big western view perfect for watching sunsets.”
The pool.
The saltwater pool and surrounding patio feel like a private resort, while the long, winding driveway and mature trees ensure plenty of peace and privacy.
The patio.
Located on a quiet country road just north of Caledon, this home is only an hour by car from Toronto and minutes from Hockley Village.
One of three bathrooms.
Scime adds that outdoor lovers will appreciate how close it is to Mono Cliffs Provincial Park, the Bruce Trail, Hockley Valley Resort, and Mansfield Ski Club.
An aerial view of the property.
833564 4th Line EHS is listed for $3,495,000.
