House of the Week: $4.3 million for a regal Georgian on a sprawling Forest Hill lot

BRAGGING RIGHTS: Even in a neighbourhood known for its Georgians, this redbrick revival stands out for its period details. Previous owners have carefully maintained the integrity of the style with paneled doors, a portico over the entry and strictly symmetrical construction.

BIG SELLING POINT: The tiered backyard will make for some epic summer parties. Fully landscaped, it contains a play area for the kids, a patio area for dining and a covered seating area set back from the house (so the late-night stragglers won’t disturb those sleeping inside).

POSSIBLE DEAL BREAKER: Though the home has been tastefully decorated, some of the paint choices—like the baby pink bedroom and the generous use of black—are idiosyncratic. Still, nothing a couple layers of primer and a new paint job can’t fix.

BY THE NUMBERS: • $4,300,000 • $24,042 in property taxes (2012) • 5,000+ square feet of living space • 8-car parking (including a 2 car garage) • 7 bathrooms • 6 bedrooms • 3 fireplaces • 3 skylights