Toronto, ON M4N 1M2
Nestled in a prime pocket of Lawrence Park sits 149 Dinnick Crescent. This classic red brickcenter hall home has been updated from top to bottom and offers a transitional floor plan. A rearaddition was added to the original structure approximately 20 years ago and has since had arecent cosmetic renovation that offers a sophisticated and timeless aesthetic throughout. Fromexterior to interior finishes, nothing has been overlooked.
Step inside and take in the neutral style and elegant finishes. The foyer has porcelain tile floors,pot lights and a coat closet for guests. The living room is to the left of the entry. This roomembraces the intended purpose as a formal sitting room. However, it has been completelyupdated with 5” plank white oak hardwood floors, a gas fireplace and pot lights. The dining roomis also a formal room, updated in the same fashion as the rest of the house. The display shelvesand easy access door to the kitchen will be appreciated.
The kitchen is the heart of the home and embodies family living at its best. The large centerisland grounds the space and offers breakfast bar seating. The cabinetry is solid wood andfinished with a marbled quartz countertop. A bonus pantry and top-of-the-line appliancescomplete the space. The position of the kitchen is perfect as it flows into the open conceptbreakfast room and overlooks the massive family room. The breakfast area boasts beautifulnatural light and has a double door walkout to the backyard. The family room addition exudescasual comfort. It can accommodate ample seating that focuses on the feature wall and gasfireplace.
Rounding out the main floor is a discrete mud room. Set off from the rest of the home, this roomcan handle all the clutter that comes with an active family. There is backdoor access, plenty offloor space, a double closet and a dutch door that leads to the kitchen. For convenience, themain floor powder room is tucked just off the mud room.
Head upstairs to the sleeping quarters. The primary suite is unreal luxury. The bedroom itself isking size with a bonus seating area. Paneled sliding doors lead to a spacious dressing roomwith a built in closet system that spans three full walls. The 4-piece ensuite bathroom is theepitome of relaxation. Find yourself surrounded by clean lines and modern finishes. The glassenclosed shower has an integrated rain head shower and curbless drain system. There is astandalone soaker bathtub and the heated porcelain tiles are warm under foot.
Three other large bedrooms comprise the second floor. Each room has neutral broadloom andeither a double closet or a walk-in closet complete with closet organizers. One bedroom has itsown 3-piece ensuite bathroom and the two other bedrooms share a large 3-piece bathroom.Both these bathrooms have similar high quality finishes.
Finally, the second floor has a private office. This space can be accessed from the mudroom onthe main floor or from a hidden door within the primary dressing room. The seclusion is ideal foranyone working from home. The private configuration would also allow for discretion if clientsneeded to come to the home office.
From the front of the house it is impossible to tell that this home has a finished third storey. Thisfinished space is currently used as a fifth bedroom with its own ensuite bathroom, but it couldalso be an additional home office or kids playroom. Impeccable finishes include the glass stairrailing, beadboard ceiling detail and skylight for additional light. A supplementary ductless airconditioning unit has also been added for the utmost comfort. A 3-piece ensuite bathroom hasbeen added to this bedroom suite. Timeless finishes have been chosen and the addition of abuilt-in dresser and closet space will be most welcome.
The lower level is exceptional catch-all space with a purpose. Used as desired, but the currentconfiguration works well for busy families. The recreation room is the ideal hangout spot for kidsof all ages. Just off the recreation room is a potential homework nook with a built-in desk readyand waiting. In the rear addition, there is a gym with mirrored wall and built-in storage shelvesfor equipment. The sixth bedroom and additional 3-piece bathroom could make for the perfectnanny suite. If storage is a priority, this home has ample. There is a designatedworkshop/storage room and the laundry room has wall to wall storage cabinets.
The exterior of this home is classic Lawrence Park. The red brick is striking and the whitetrimmed windows with black shutters pop. The mature greenery that surrounds the front andbackyard adds both shade and privacy. The backyard landscaping has been perfectly planned.The covered back deck adds some protection from the elements and the hanging swing is aquintessential touch. The two tiered interlocking patio allows for additional space for outdoorseating. Parking is not a problem. There is a private double driveway and an attached garage.
149 Dinnick Crescent is located in a desirable pocket of Lawrence Park known for spacious lots,quiet streets and ample green space. There is easy access to TTC on Lawrence and walk toYonge Street shops. Excellent public schools and several sought after private schools are withinclose proximity. Lawrence Park is a premium location for any growing family to call home.