House of the week: $4.5 million for this butterfly-shaped mansion on “Thornhill’s Bridle Path”
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ADDRESS: 37 Steele Valley Road NEIGHBOURHOOD: Thornhill (Bayview) AGENT: Jerry Hammond, RE/MAX Ultimate Realty Inc. PRICE: $4.5 million THE PLACE: The long driveway gives visitors plenty of time to take in the grounds and striking look of this Markham mansion. Nestled in a ravine on a prestigious cul-de-sac, the property offers utter privacy behind the front lawn’s mini-forest.
BRAGGING RIGHTS: The Steele Valley cul-de-sac is considered the Bridle Path of Thornhill, only instead of elite international families, it is chockablock with medical superstars. Neighbours who might offer house-call privileges include a highly sought after eye doctor and a prominent surgeon. BIG SELLING POINT: The house has been built in the shape of a butterfly, with each room offering a view in a different direction. POSSIBLE DEAL BREAKER: The incredibly long driveway will add precious minutes to morning commutes.
POSH BY THE NUMBERS: • 7,000 square feet • 6 bathrooms • 6 fireplaces • 1 acre • 4 bedrooms • 1 indoor pool • 1 spa suite with hot tub • 1 nanny’s room • 1 exercise room
