5037 Franklin ST Durham, ON L1Y 1B4

Step into an ENCHANTING VICTORIAN-INSPIRED RETREAT in the heart of the Hamlet of Claremont, N of Pickering. A family-friendly home where history and modern luxury harmonize beautifully. A magnificently restored ivy-clad 100-yr-old Post and Beam barn stands sentinel on this one-acre property, adding both historical charm and functional versatility. The barn and mature perennial gardens provide, privacy, serenity, and a stunning backdrop to a heated saltwater pool w/spillway and charmingly restored raised gazebo. Behind the gazebo, sit back, relax and absorb the beauty of the seasons around the picturesque fire pit. Inside the home, the Main floor boasts 9'ceilings and hardwood oak floors...it's the ideal space for Living and Entertaining Family and Friends. A classic Victorian sitting room & large Formal Dining room flow into the open concept Kitchen, Breakfast and Family Room w/gas fireplace. Wall-to-wall windows and sliding glass doors provide access to a private multi-tiered deck w/pergola! Bright kitchen w/Country flair features natural limestone countertops, SS appliances and a blt-in wine cooler. Up the solid Oak staircase, This Four BR Belle, (currently 3) exudes grace and elegance. African Rosewood Hardwood floors or new Engineered Oak Hardwood grace the BRs. Exquisite Newly Created Primary Oasis features a stunning Brand New 5 pc Spa-Like Ensuite bath w/Heated Porcelain nonslip tiles, a Rainhead shower & a Luxurious soaker tub. The Finished Basement is equally suitable as a Home office or Home-Entertainment center. Discover the High ceilings, luxury Vinyl Plank Floors on raised subflooring, built in cabinetry, Gym, Reno'd 2 pc bath, storage space and large Cold Room for storing the garden's bounty. **Your Barn Transforms with the Seasons... Let your imagination run wild!! As the sun sets, exterior illumination transform your estate into a Magical Retreat, as the pool reflects the golden-light.. THE MOST MAGICAL PLACE T0 CALL HOME.