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Natural light fills the home’s stylish great room.
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A 10-foot island with waterfall-quartz ends serves as the centrepiece of the elegant yet efficient chef’s kitchen, which also features a handy butler’s pantry.
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The main living space, with the dining area at its centre, is an entertainer’s dream.
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Families will love all the possibilities the light-filled second-floor loft offers.
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The elegant ensuite is loaded with spa-like splendour.
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Relaxation and restoration await in the tranquil and secluded primary bedroom.
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A spacious den was thoughtfully placed to the left of the grand foyer to accommodate a home office.
Over the years, many neighbourhoods emerged with great fanfare, creating real anticipation among prospective homebuyers.
Those neighbourhoods include (in no particular order) the Bridgwater, Sage Creek and Ridgewood West — among others.
Then, there are some neighbourhoods that — for some reason — fly under the radar. One of those neighbourhoods is Van Hull Estates, located just west of another popular area, River Park South in South St. Vital.
Tucked away off St. Mary’s Road just north of the Perimeter Highway, it’s a quiet, well-treed enclave that runs back toward some of the most picturesque stretches of the Red River.
And while it isn’t a huge neighbourhood, the quality of the homes built there makes up for its lack of size. That’s because almost every dwelling in the tranquil area is a beautifully designed luxury home.
A 2,945-sq.-ft., two-storey abode at 133 Marine Dr., is one of those stately homes, says Dan Thiessen of Coldwell Banker Preferred Real Estate.
“Not only was this home custom-built and meticulously designed, but it’s been very well-cared-for,” he says of the sprawling four-bedroom, five-bathroom residence, which was built in 2012. “In fact, it’s primarily been used as a winter home, as the outgoing owner has spent summers at the cottage. It hasn’t seen much wear and tear at all.”
That’s no empty claim. Step inside, and the grey tile floor in the grand foyer has a like-new look to it, as do the hand-scraped hardwoods in the main living area.
Meanwhile, subtle design features — high ceilings, eight-foot-plus-tall doors and a wealth of well-placed windows — give the spotless home a wonderful sense of space and natural light that makes you want to step inside to see what else it has up its sleeve.
As it turns out, it has much more to offer, starting with an exceptionally functional main living area.
“I think the home’s layout is outstanding,” says Thiessen. “The grand front entrance greets you, offering a perfect blend of space and style, with s a spacious den to its left. The main living area then opens in front of you, offering three wonderful spaces, and more.”
At the top of the list is the great room, which is a thoroughly delightful space.
“It’s filled with natural light that comes in through five large windows that surround it,” says Thiessen. “The windows not only let in light, but they also provide views of all the mature trees that surround the home. The flooring is warm, yet doesn’t absorb too much of the wonderful natural light.”
Next comes the dining area, which was placed between the kitchen and great room. A massive window behind it simultaneously lets in more natural light while framing it perfectly.
There’s also a patio door between the dining room and kitchen that provides access to a big backyard that offers a spacious deck and patio.
Thiessen says a gorgeous island kitchen finishes off the main living area in sensible style.
“With its 10-foot island — it has waterfall ends that, like the countertop, is Cambria quartz — plus high-end JennAir appliances and a butler’s pantry with another fridge and prep stove with exhaust fan — it’s a true gourmet’s kitchen,” says Thiessen. “Entertainers will love the butler’s pantry.”
Families will also appreciate the first space they see when they arrive upstairs after ascending a sleek staircase bordered by stainless-steel railings with tempered-glass inserts.
“An open-to-below loft surrounded by windows quickly catches your eye,” says Thiessen. “It’s a huge, naturally bright space that can be used as a media area or play space with room left for a study area.”
Likewise, kids will be thrilled with how well-appointed the two secondary bedrooms are.
“Both are huge and come with their own ensuite and a walk-in closet,” says Thiessen. “The primary bedroom is pretty nice, too.”
An understatement, that; opulent would be a better description.
“Not only is it a private, relaxing retreat, but it also has his-and-her walk-in closets and a custom-tiled ensuite with heated marble floors, a bubble-jet soaker tub, walk-in glass/tile shower with rain shower head and body sprays, and a double-sided fireplace with marble surround.”
The huge lower level then adds a fourth bedroom, rec room, full bathroom and ample storage space.
“This is a like-new home in a beautiful, quiet, area,” Thiessen says. “It’s a stunning home that’s full of style, luxury and practical features a family will fall in love with.”
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Details
Location: 133 Marine Dr., Van Hull Estates (Normand Park)
Year Built: 2012
Style: two-storey
Size: 2,945 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: four
Bathrooms: five
Price: $1,150,000
Contact: Dan Thiessen, Coldwell Banker Preferred Real Estate, 204-771-3526
