While normally we’d say it’s unrealistic for a home to look like it’s off a movie set, 521 Spadina Rd. might be the exception.
The four-bedroom, six-bathroom home looks like it could be home to a Miranda Priestly-esque character with how perfectly executed and curated it is.
Right from the main gates, the home is something that makes you want to stop and appreciate every detail.
In addition to the two-car garage, the heated European-inspired courtyard can fit eight cars.
“It’s such a beautiful property. It’s pretty rare to see this kind of home in Toronto. It feels very European, hidden behind the gates,” realtor Janice Fox told blogTO.
Parisian gardens, ornate gates, sculptures, and statues add an artistic touch to the home.
“The whole property is extremely private as it is fenced but also green hedges and cedars all around, so the foliage really provides a natural green lush wall.”
The foyer.
Something that is very needed considering it’s on a main through road with lots of traffic.
Located in Forest Hill, the home offers convenient access to the best dining, entertainment, and shopping options the area has to offer.
But once inside, you’d never know you’re right on Spadina. Instead, it feels like you’re transported to a Parisian-inspired home.
The living room with herringbone Belgian oak hardwood flooring and pocket doors that can be left open or closed.
“The level and quality of finish is extraordinary,” said Fox.
The home was planned specifically to accomodate the art.
“The sellers did this home as a labour of love and not with a view to ever selling, so the attention to detail is impressive.”
The bold and sophisticated dining room with custom plaster ceiling designs and hidden wall cabinets.
From the bright and airy principal rooms to herringbone wood flooring, there’s a perfect mix of traditional and modern design that make the spaces feel cozy, yet elevated.
The family room with a cozy fireplace.
“All of the panelling you see in the photos was imported from Italy, as are the shelving systems,” noted Fox.
The second floor landing.
“They had custom plaster work done on the ceilings. As you can see, they have a fabulous modern art collection so wall space was carefully planned.”
Both functional and visually stunning, the top-of-the-line Scavolini chef’s kitchen is a seamless blend of clean lines, sleek surfaces, and integrated appliances.
The kitchen is chef-worthy, with Gaggenau appliances and sleek cabinetry.
A guest bedroom.
The bedrooms are also stunning.
A view into the primary bedroom’s walk-in closets and ensuite bathroom.
The primary bedroom features floor-to-ceiling Molteni closets with custom Italian cabinetry and a spa-like ensuite.
The primary bedroom.
There’s also a fireplace, plus floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the private terrace.
A lounging area off the kitchen that walks out to the backyard.
The home also comes with tons of resort-like amenities, including a home gym/yoga room, smart home integration, heated floors, a home entertainment system, and more.
The library with an antique black and crystal chandelier and plaster ceiling moldings.
But the backyard is truly where this home comes into its European vibes. The owners just finished doing the backyard this year, paving it with Indiana limestone.
The backyard has a surround sound speaker system for outdoor entertainment.
There’s a pool with a separate pool house and self-contained outdoor 3-piece bathroom with a rain shower, all clad in Italian stone.
A covered relaxing area.
Additionally, there’s a fully-equipped entertainment area with an automated pergola.
Outdoor dining at its finest.
“The imported Italian pergola in the yard is automated and the roof is louvred so you can adjust the way the sun enters,” explained Fox, who added that 45 feet of automated awnings allows for weather-proofing during dinner parties or outdoor hangouts.
An aerial shot of the backyard.
The home is listed for $8,999,000.
