135 Colcleugh Avenue

Welcome to 135 Colcleugh Avenue, Mount Forest

When you want more of a manor than a house, compromise is sometimes necessary; you could buy a bungalow in the city and take it down to the studs before raising up a palace, but that would involve being uncomfortably close to your smaller neighbours. Or you could opt for a suburban McMansion, sacrificing character in the process. You could even hope to win the lottery to finance either of the above scenarios. Fortunately, the stunning two and a half storey, four bedroom home at 135 Colcleugh Avenue in the heart of Mount Forest, Wellington County, makes compromise unnecessary: This is the opportunity of a lifetime to move right in to a huge, exquisitely renovated home on an enormous lot close to parks, shopping, schools and trails in a quiet community – all at a very competitive price.

City dwellers may think of Mount Forest as a tourist district because of its quaint bed and breakfasts, thriving summer festivals, great golfing, and close proximity to the Grand River and other conservation areas, but in reality, Mount Forest boasts a unique mix of rural and urban that is perfect for raising families or retiring away from big-city hustle and bustle. Residents of Mount Forest and Wellington County in general enjoy the benefits of small-town living, with close proximity to municipal centres like Kitchener-Waterloo, making Mount Forest a welcoming destination for people of all ages and lifestyles.

An area of balanced residential and commercial growth, Mount Forest offers a close knit atmosphere with community-oriented, civically involved residents who enjoy the fresh air and top-notch educational facilities, recreational programs, community services and ideal location in an unspoiled natural setting. Families with children at home will especially appreciate the easy access to campgrounds, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, beaches and hiking trails; for the city slicker who is excited at the sight of a raccoon, the biodiversity in Luther Marsh will be stunning! In winter months, recreational opportunities abound within the Township of Wellington, including the Arthur & Area Community Centre and the Mount Forest & District Sports Complex, which contains an Olympic sized ice surface where curling clubs practice.

In a community central to the great outdoors, it’s not surprising to find large outdoor swimming pools, lawn bowling clubs, baseball diamonds, a skateboard park, soccer pitches and children’s playgrounds; what is (pleasantly) surprising is the ease of use of these undercrowded and beautifully maintained facilities. Wellington is also blessed with an abundance of parkland and walking/ biking trails, such as the Saugeen Trail in Mount Forest which connects major park areas and diverse landscapes within the town. No wonder the town’s motto is “High, Healthy, Happy”.

The home at 135 Colcleugh Avenue looks like a grand country estate, yet is close enough to the main arteries of Main Street South and Queen Street West to make shopping, dining, socializing and everyday errands a breeze. Magnificent on the outside, with its manicured lawns, red brick and many windows, a cozy porch welcomes guests to sit a while and enjoy the sound of birdsong in the shade. Inside, a veritable paradise awaits: space, space, and more space, all tastefully decorated, filled with natural sunlight and the ambient glow of pot lights plus an elegant gas fireplace in the living room.

Shining hardwood floors throughout the main floor tastefully pair with virtually any furnishings. The classic formal dining room is the ideal place to serve meals prepared in the home’s expansive modern kitchen, which is flanked by top of line stainless steel appliances and features custom cupboards. A main floor sunroom is truly just that: surrounded by walls of floor-to-ceiling windows on two sides and overlooking the treed yard, this room has a ceiling fan to evenly spread cooled air in the hottest summer months.

Upstairs, the on the second level, there are 3 bedrooms each could be called a Master in their own right – perfect for those with extended family, frequent guests, or for use for a special purpose such as creating a sunny library, art gallery, meditative space…the possibilities are endless. A second large sunroom on this level extends the living space even further, while a roomy 4-piece bath with marble-topped vanity serves this level.

One flight up, a delightful family room provides a retreat with an extra bedroom (and a place to house children’s ever-expanding collections). The basement is partially finished, with a convenient three-piece bath with glass-enclosed shower stall. This lower level walks out to the spectacular grounds.  There is a three-tiered elevated wood party deck, which is walled in by natural stone and leads to a flagstone patio and enormous backyard. There is sufficient space not only to grill, but to invite the entire neighbourhood over for the BBQ – perhaps to enjoy around your newly dug pool!

We are delighted to offer 135 Colcleugh Avenue for sale, as it represents tremendous value for a substantially sized, stylishly renovated family home in a quaint country setting. This is a rare chance for families and retirees to own a well-appointed, spacious home in a town that combines the best of rural and urban living… at a very comfortable price.

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