257 Rue Corot

Description

This is a truly exceptional property, situated in a privileged location directly on the banks of the St. Lawrence River and very close to Vancouver's wooded park. It offers breathtaking river views from each of its four levels. The spacious interior, with its open-plan living room, kitchen and dining room, offers a bright, welcoming atmosphere. In addition, the presence of a large enclosed office on the first floor adds a practical dimension. With four bedrooms, a loft and a family room in the basement, this home can comfortably accommodate a family. The first floor is impressive, with a large, welcoming entrance hall. The kitchen is a real highlight of this home, with a large island that invites culinary creativity. It's a space where cooking becomes a real pleasure, whether for preparing delicious family meals or entertaining guests. The living and dining room, with its comfortable dimensions and generous windows overlooking the water, ensures a soothing atmosphere. The closed office offers a pleasant space to work, with built-in furniture and bookcase.The curved staircase with its huge skylight adds an elegant and luminous architectural touch to the space, creating a harmonious transition between the different levels of the house. The master bedroom, overlooking the river, offers a truly exceptional setting. With its en-suite bathroom, large walk-in closet and built-in furniture, it's a veritable sanctuary of comfort and privacy. The other two bedrooms share the second complete bathroom on this level. Next to this bathroom is a well laid-out laundry room with cupboards and a sink. The loft, this light-filled multi-purpose room, is a versatile and inspiring space from which one accesses the large rooftop terrace. The basement of this residence is designed with unobstructed windows for maximum natural light. The large family room offers a welcoming space for relaxing and entertaining, adjoining a bedroom and full bathroom, ideal for guests or for a teenager living space. There's also a custom-built wine cellar for up to 900 bottles. Not to be overlooked, too, is a double garage with a driveway that can accommodate 2 vehicles.The house is also equipped with many modern conveniences: intercom, an audio wiring system, two air-conditioning zones, two humidifiers, an air purifier, an air exchanger and a central vacuum cleaner.Outside, the grounds are carefully landscaped to offer an enchanting setting, with an automatic watering system to maintain the magnificent landscape. The 32-foot private dock provides direct access to the water, while the in-ground chlorine pool heated with a thermo-pump offers options for relaxation and outdoor recreation. The pergola, lighting system and awning create a true oasis of tranquility and pleasure.And all this in a peaceful, private area just ten minutes from downtown, offering the perfect balance of tranquility and proximity to urban amenities.