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Maple Grove Dr. and Lakeshore Rd. E.

Size: 6,918 sq. ft., plus 4,190 sq. ft. finished basement

Lot: 101-by-456 feet, two-car attached garage, private drive, inground pool

This two-storey estate has more than an acre of scenic land with rare, riparian rights providing access to the shoreline of Lake Ontario.

The expansive, European chateau-style residence features imported limestone while the interior showcases custom fireplaces, hand-crafted hardwood floors, specialty ceilings, a loft plus lower-level entertainment area including a wine cellar.

“The design of my home was inspired from my years of travelling. Its chateau-style comes from my love of history and an appreciation for the superior craftsmanship and artistry of older times as seen in the custom fireplaces, the iron details throughout, and the inlaid floors,” says homeowner Lily Szekely.

“We hosted some grand events on the property — the front gardens are magnificent and a joy to look at, and the backyard overlooks the lake and has a gazebo where we hosted wedding nuptials. The infinity pool with a built-in hot tub and waterfall feature has been ideal for both relaxing and entertaining,” adds Szekely.

The home is walking distance to parks and school, and close to downtown Oakville.

“The high quality of features in this home are evident in every detailed aspect, from the hand-cut limestone to the plaster walls,” says listing agent Donna Gray. “The designs and interior selections were sourced through visits to Europe and carefully duplicated by skilled trades people.”

This majestic home features a limestone exterior with curved, peaked rooflines, arched windows and shutters, a covered circular entryway and landscaped front yard with gardens, limestone walkways, sculptures and a linear water fountain.

Inside, the foyer includes a soaring barrel ceiling, a large, arched window and marble floor.

The living room has a coffered ceiling, a fireplace and a double-door walkout and is open to the formal dining room which includes a coffered ceiling, a chandelier, wall scones and detailed, decorative entry pillars.

Kitchen highlights include a heated limestone floor, a centre island, breakfast bar, chandelier, marble counters, walk-in pantry, plus a breakfast room with a tray ceiling, surrounding windows and two double-door walkouts.

The family room is equipped with a coffered ceiling and a fireplace.

Features of the handsome main-floor office include wood-panelled walls, a wood coffered ceiling, built-in shelves and a fireplace.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom has a fireplace, a barrel ceiling, two walkouts to a balcony, a dressing room and five-piece ensuite.

A secondary bedroom has a fireplace and a walkout to a private balcony. There are three more bedrooms on the second floor: one that includes a private balcony walkout, a three-piece ensuite and stairs to an open, third-level loft area.

The home’s lower floor features a recreation room with two walkouts, a fireplace and wet bar, a media room, a games room, an exercise room, a pool room and a wine cellar.

To have a look at this property please contact the listing Donna Gray, Invidiata eXp Realty, Brokerage, 905-339-3444; invidiata.com.

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