$2.2 million for a Mono bungalow with diner seating and a magnolia

Location: Mono, Dufferin County Price: $2,195,000 Size: 2,900 square feet plus a 1,942-square-foot basement on 10 acres Bedrooms: 2+2 Bathrooms: 4 Real estate agent: Carolyn Scime, Chestnut Park Real Estate

The Tour

A two-plus-two-bedroom, four-bathroom mid-century classic in Dufferin County. The recently renovated house blends California architecture with modernist furniture and some contemporary flourishes. It comes with windows on every wall, a big backyard deck and an outdoor shower. A tributary of the Humber River runs through the grounds, nourishing the home’s vegetable gardens and surrounding wildlife. Residents are within walking distance of the Bruce Trail, and motorists are a short drive from Highways 9 and 10.

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The History

This property dates back to 1969. Its current owners have been upgrading the home—including the installation of a three-person infrared sauna—every year since 2020. Now they’ve put it on the market.

The Place

A mature spruce tree greets residents at the front door, which features a custom wood walkway.

Here’s the foyer-mudroom combo, complete with ample closet space and a wall of windows.

Now for the living room, designed with sight-lines in mind. There are curved motifs—like that circle window and spiral staircase—throughout.

The open-concept spaces have vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors and studio lighting. This one comes with a gas fireplace.

This angle highlights the large picture window, for views of the immense grounds.

Just past the living room is the dining area. It also walks out to the backyard.

In the kitchen: seemingly endless counter space, tons of storage and a large central island with a built-in glass cooktop.

The kitchen’s diner-like banquette with pendant lighting is a charming nod to the ’60s.

Moving along reveals the sunroom, which is an addition. It has two walkouts and another fireplace.

The bedrooms and bathrooms are on the opposite end of the main floor.

This bathroom, with matte-black tiles, a raised soaker tub and a sleek vanity, is a departure from the rest of the place.

Here’s the main bedroom.

Every trip to the basement is a treat when taking the spiral staircase. This space is half family room, half rec room (note the ping-pong table, lounge and treadmill).

There are big sliding doors down here with southern views. Not pictured: an infrared sauna with space for three, which the owners added last year. The basement also has two additional bedrooms, each with access to a three-piece ensuite.

Time for outside. There are plenty of decks for looking out at the meadows.

The back patio is huge.

At the side of the home is this landscaped yard and magnolia.

Mature trees provide privacy all around.

This enclosed zone is ideal for gardening or raising animals.

Finally, if you can believe it, a tributary of the Humber River runs through the property.

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