Welcome to the iconic William Thoburn House, a heritage-designated stone home built in 1888 and once home to one of Almonte's most prominent industrialists, set on nearly 1 acre in the heart of Almonte, known as the Hallmark movie capital of Ontario. Offering over 4,600 sq ft of finished living space across 3 lvls, this meticulously maintained & extensively restored 5 bed, 3.5 bath home blends timeless character w/ modern updates. Showcasing remarkable craftsmanship and distinctive architectural detail, enhanced for modern living while preserving its historic legacy.
Highlights include most ceilings at 9'-11', rich wood floors, crown mouldings, decorative trim & restored stained glass window (2025). Most windows replaced in 2023. Grand principal rms include a bright living rm w/ gas FP, formal dining rm w/ large closet for dishware/linens, and stunning great rm w/ wood-burning FP & bay window.
Eat-in kitchen features wood cabinetry, farmhouse sink, butcher block prep, SS appliances & walk-in pantry, plus sun-filled breakfast nook. Functional mudroom w/ heated floors, stone feature wall & full-height cabinetry w/ access to garage, backyard, kitchen & front entry. 2nd lvl offers spacious primary retreat w/ ensuite, plus 2 generous bdrms w/ architectural details, incl.
one w/ WIC. Main bath w/ clawfoot tub, heated floors & dbl vanity. Office + well-appointed laundry rm.
3rd lvl loft ideal for playroom or additional lounge, along w/ 4th bdrm & private 5th bdrm w/ ensuite + large storage area. Oversized dbl garage (over 1,100 sq ft) w/ expansive room above, currently used as home gym, plus 2 driveways & elegant interlock approach. Private backyard retreat w/ deck, stone patio & gazebo, surrounded by mature hedges, curated gardens & professionally landscaped grounds.
Walking distance to shops, restaurants, parks, schools & amenities. A rare opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind historic home!
24 hrs irrev. on all offers preferred.
Fridge, gas stove, dishwasher, hood fan, microwave, washer & dryer, light fixtures, bathroom mirrors, drapery tracks & rods, drapes in kitchen, horse artwork & picture light in mudroom, wall mounted TVs & wall brackets, corner cabinet in breakfast nook, workbench in lower level, water softener & desalination system, garage door opener w/ 1 keypad & 2 remotes, Nest smart thermostat, Bell security system w/ 2 cameras & entry monitors + fire/smoke/co2 detection, Nest monitoring (requires separate subscription) w/ 3 cameras + fire/smoke/co2 detection, central vacuum 'as-is' (not used by homeowners), original hundred-year-old windows stored in lower level, gazebo
