House of the Week: Embrace Burlington’s past in this historic home

This place: A reimagined classic

Property type: Two-storey

Price: $2,749,000

Address: 977 Unsworth Avenue, Burlington

Neighbourhood: Aldershot

Bedrooms: Four + one

Bathrooms: Five

Lot Dimensions: 89.9 x 160.03 feet

Taxes: $8,540

Welcome to the famous George Unsworth House, a high-quality, Neo-Tudor-style home constructed with cut and carved stone alongside a textured stucco exterior finish.

Built in 1932, it was the home of Unsworth and his family. He ran a 13-acre farm and greenhouse operation and was well-known to Aldershot residents. Redesigned by renowned architect Walter Scott, and located in an upscale neighbourhood, this beautiful home of approximately 5,000 sq-ft total has been completely reimagined with a modern yet charming design.

Upon entering, you’ll find large principal rooms enhanced with sophisticated hardwood floors, LED pot lights, panelled walls, and more. At the heart of this home is where you’ll locate the chef’s kitchen elevated with a centre island, stone countertops, JennAir appliances, charming stone backsplash and ample cabinetry space. Overlooking the kitchen is the grand family room, which boasts cathedral ceilings, a stone fireplace, and direct access to your covered outdoor patio, perfect for al-fresco dining with loved ones. Also on this level is the formal living room, which features a fireplace, wood beam ceilings, and access to the outdoor patio, as well as a home office perfect for professionals working from home.

Ascend to the owner’s suite, curated with a boutique-inspired walk-in closet, a wet-bar, and an oversized six-piece ensuite with heated floors, a soaker tub, and a rainfall shower. Two more bedrooms with built-in closets and a shared three-piece bath with heated floors are down the hall. The loft can easily serve as a nanny or in-law suite, featuring a spacious bedroom with a three-piece ensuite, a seating area, and a separate laundry room.

The basement completes this home with perfect entertainment spaces, including a wet bar, a large recreation room, a fifth bedroom, a three-piece bath with heated floors, and a den that can serve as a gym, playroom, spa, or theatre…the possibilities are endless.

Beautifully situated in a highly rated family-oriented neighbourhood, it is near top-rated schools, grocery stores, shopping malls, lakeside parks and trails and more. A piece of history with a modern twist!

Thanks to Sam McDadi Real Estate Inc. Brokerage for all the information about the House of the Week. For more information about this house, please visit Sam McDadi Real Estate Inc.