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A medallion ceiling and stunning curved upper-level staircase combine to endow the home’s foyer with a wonderful sense of grandeur.

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Spa-like comfort awaits in the remodelled ensuite in the form of a heated tile floor, walk-in shower and deep, jetted soaker tub set in elegant tile.

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The massive bedroom — which revolves around a gorgeous, coffered ceiling — is a spacious, light-filled retreat.

Set beneath a striking honeycomb-beamed ceiling the remodelled island kitchen is filled with style and rich, high-quality finishing materials.

The family room is an inviting, cosy space that’s perfect for visiting with guests after dinner.

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A stunning space, the rec room — which holds games and media areas — also has a patio door on its side wall that provides access to the resort-like backyard.

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Surrounded by windows, the second-floor den starts off the home’s upper level in practical, refined style.

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The amazing backyard is capped off in style by a huge deck with an elegant sitting area that backs onto a stunning outdoor fireplace.
Some homes have it, while others don’t.
What is that intangible quality? None other than presence.
Glen Williams of the Glen Williams Team says 65 Colchester Bay — a 4,905-sq.-ft., two-storey estate built by Birchwood Homes in 1988 — possesses it in spades.
“The curb appeal of this home is absolutely off the charts,” he says of the regal-looking home, which has a modified Victorian exterior. “It’s situated on two full-sized building lots, so it’s an incredibly wide home that stands out the moment you look at it.”
If there’s one thing that sets the Tuxedo home apart from other luxury homes, it’s the attention to detail that went into both its structure and finishes, says Williams.
“I just love the craftsmanship and finishes — both are superb from start to finish. “Birchwood was one of the best custom builders of its day, and that certainly shows in the design and execution of this home. It was custom-built for one of Winnipeg’s most exclusive families and is simply magnificent.”
That magnificence starts in the foyer, which literally envelops you in grandeur.
“The moment you step inside, you find yourself standing beneath a gorgeous medallion ceiling with a lovely chandelier,” he says. “Then, there’s an amazing, curved staircase that sweeps beautifully up to the second floor to the rear of the foyer. A formal dining room to the left and family room to the right with wide, arched entrances finish the foyer off perfectly.”
While the home’s floor plan is more traditional — it’s not open-concept like many of today’s contemporary homes — it flows exceptionally well from space to space.
That pleasing, free-flowing feel comes from how generous hallways combine with the wide doorways to provide effortless access to each space.
At the same time, the finishes — gleaming hardwood flooring, high baseboards, ornate wainscoting and lovely light fixtures — mesh marvellously to endow the home with a rich, distinguished feel.
Each space is special in its own way, says Williams.
“You know, I love how the home starts off with the family room on its right-hand side. “It’s such a welcoming space with its huge bay window and gas fireplace that comes with a beautiful white mantel and taupe tile surround. It’s a great spot to visit with guests when you’re entertaining.”
He notes the space to its rear — a spacious, well-appointed kitchen — makes it a snap to create gourmet meals.
“What can you say — it’s just gorgeous. It’s been updated with granite countertops and an incredible blend of French white and cherry cabinetry and comes with a Thermador six-burner gas range with griddle, built-in Sub-Zero fridge, custom hood fan cover, tile backsplash and an amazing honeycomb ceiling.”
Take the stunning staircase up to the second floor, and you find yourself standing on the threshold of a spacious den that’s surrounded by huge windows.
From there, a wide hallway leads to a well-laid-out area that holds a total of five bedrooms.
“The great thing about all the bedrooms is that each one is absolutely huge. Three of the secondary bedrooms are 18 feet by 12 feet, while the fourth is 16 feet by 13 feet. And if you wondered why there isn’t a main bathroom, that’s because each bedroom comes with its own ensuite.”
That leaves the primary bedroom, which dwarfs the secondary bedrooms both in terms of its size and amenities.
“At 26 feet by 19 feet, it’s a massive, private retreat that offers a gorgeous, coffered ceiling, an abundance of large windows that let in tons of natural light, reading and office areas, and a huge walk-in closet,” says Williams. “The remodelled ensuite is absolutely amazing with its heated tile floor, deep jetted soaker tub, walk-in shower and elegant vanity with dual sinks.”
Finally, there’s the massive, walk-out lower level.
“It includes a sixth bedroom with its own ensuite, an exercise room, stunning rec room with games and media areas, and access to an outdoor hot tub area. That’s just the start of the backyard, which is like a resort with the hot tub area, a pool, and a huge deck with sitting area at the end with a gorgeous outdoor fireplace. It’s the highlight of the home.”
Williams says few luxury homes possess the style and substance of 65 Colchester.
“It’s as nice and well-done as any luxury home I’ve sold over the past 40 years,” he says. “As far as location goes, it’s on the most exclusive bay in Tuxedo on an incredible lot. This home is among Tuxedo’s best estate homes with its quality, craftsmanship, finishes and overall appeal.”
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Location: 65 Colchester Bay, Tuxedo
Year Built: 1988
Style: two-storey with walk-out lower level
Size: 4,905 sq. ft.
Lot Size: 176’ x 143’ (Double lot)
Bedrooms: six
Bathrooms: six
Price: $3,250,000
Contact: Glen Williams, the Glen Williams Team, 204-800-0462