12 Forest Avenue

Half acre centre city retreat nestled onto a corner lot of historic Forest Avenue. Former site of the Renouf Tree farm, the property retains its unique and vibrant natural landscaping that perfectly compliments the clean, straight line modern design of the home. From the moment you enter the main foyer, you'll be dazzled by the polished concrete floors and expansive 10' ceiling through the main level. Heading into the great room, you have floor to ceiling windows along the entire south wall with panoramic views of the garden, and natural light year round. The Great room features a wood burning fireplace, birch built ins and bookshelves that make this the ideal space to relax next to a fire, or to entertain friends. The home was built with functionality and maximizing space in mind, throughout you will notice well inputed storage cabinets, full depth kitchen cabinets, perfectly organized walk in pantry, a mechanical spine along the north wall of the dwelling and hidden utility room. The Bright open concept kitchen with massive solid surface island makes food preparation and dining frictionless. Just beyond the kitchen is the 3rd bedroom, with a 3 piece ensuite, this room also functions as a main floor den, and has its own exterior entrance. Just off of the kitchen you find the sun room, with 3 panel glass sliding door leading to the back patio with solid granite pavers, surrounded by beautiful gardens and canopied by a massive Douglas Fir. Heading to the 2nd floor, you are immediately greated with a spacious loft living room. The first bedroom has the bed inset into a niche, with sidelight windows, it is hard to believe that you're in the center city. Heading into the master suite, you walk through galley closets, leading into a 4 piece ensuite, with jetted tub and tile shower. The master is spacious enough for a separate seating area. The master bedroom has its own balconey overlooking the entire property. (id:7637)