Favourite elements of this home and property....
The carving in the original glass that says C Barker 1879, September 23
The inclusion in the historical books
It’s very rich history
triple brick construction and insulation, low heating costs
canopy of trees shading the home in the summer, low cooling costs
One of Ontario’s original farmhouses build by the Barker family, a prominent family in the area
Christopher Barker build the home on 200 acres of land and was awarded for the best managed farm in the year 1880-this medal was given by the Agricultural and Arts Association of Ontario
imprinted high heels in the original red pine floor in the parlour from the maids shoes serving around a large table (since sanded down)
Many wouldn't expect these features...
The luxurious ensuite
Double laundry
Front porch, perfect for sipping on morning coffee, watching birds hatch, and bunnies run across the lawn
The library
Love the Original formal parlour and dining room, the library and the back office & family room
Expansive rooms with multiple fireplaces for entertaining
Cooking in the kitchen with the fireplace ablaze
Winter nights by the fireplace
Summer cookouts on the large fire pit
Treehouse built with walnut bark from a local restoration project
We love the more then hundred year old trees scattered throughout the property and the massive 8 pane windows overlooking those trees
Near nature, yet minutes to town.
Ponds and rivers, steps from the property. Great for kayaking, canoeing, hiking, swimming, fishing, dog walking
History - features including the lattice freework, the original fireplace, the red pine floors
Family - space for all, great for large families & for entertaining
Character - the grand front staircase, the hall leading to the back staircase
Luxury - ensuite
Alluring - nature at your doorstep
Downtown Paris, quaint boutique shops and restaurants lining the Grand River
Pinehurst lake
Local farms selling their produce
Farmers market
The carving in the original glass that says C Barker 1879, September 23
The inclusion in the historical books
It’s very rich history
triple brick construction and insulation, low heating costs
canopy of trees shading the home in the summer, low cooling costs
One of Ontario’s original farmhouses build by the Barker family, a prominent family in the area
Christopher Barker build the home on 200 acres of land and was awarded for the best managed farm in the year 1880-this medal was given by the Agricultural and Arts Association of Ontario
imprinted high heels in the original red pine floor in the parlour from the maids shoes serving around a large table (since sanded down)
Many wouldn't expect these features...
The luxurious ensuite
Double laundry
Front porch, perfect for sipping on morning coffee, watching birds hatch, and bunnies run across the lawn
The library
Love the Original formal parlour and dining room, the library and the back office & family room
Expansive rooms with multiple fireplaces for entertaining
Cooking in the kitchen with the fireplace ablaze
Winter nights by the fireplace
Summer cookouts on the large fire pit
Treehouse built with walnut bark from a local restoration project
We love the more then hundred year old trees scattered throughout the property and the massive 8 pane windows overlooking those trees
Near nature, yet minutes to town.
Ponds and rivers, steps from the property. Great for kayaking, canoeing, hiking, swimming, fishing, dog walking
History - features including the lattice freework, the original fireplace, the red pine floors
Family - space for all, great for large families & for entertaining
Character - the grand front staircase, the hall leading to the back staircase
Luxury - ensuite
Alluring - nature at your doorstep
Downtown Paris, quaint boutique shops and restaurants lining the Grand River
Pinehurst lake
Local farms selling their produce
Farmers market