Cross Streets: Grey Rd 12 & Baseline Road. ** Directions: West from Markdale on Grey Road 12 to Baseline and follow to # 414681. Escape the city and discover your own private country retreat, set on more than five acres where fresh air, organic living and a slower pace of life come naturally. Surrounded by everything from organic gardens, established vegetable, fruit and herb beds, and organic fruit trees to a private pond and peaceful tree-lined setting, this property offers the space to grow, gather and reconnect with the outdoors.Set atop a hill, this immaculate French Cottage-style 1 3/4 storey brick home feels both welcoming and wonderfully removed from the everyday. Two covered verandas invite you to slow down, breathe in the fresh country air and enjoy the changing seasons.Inside, the bright kitchen features upgraded cabinetry, a built-in oven and countertop range, opening to the dining area with a walkout to the outdoors. The living room is warm and inviting, centred around a wood-burning fireplace, while a convenient two-piece bathroom completes the main level.Upstairs, the primary bedroom includes a private three-piece ensuite, accompanied by two additional bedrooms and a second full bathroom. The finished lower level offers flexible space for a family room, home office or sitting area, gym and plenty of storage.Central air provides summer comfort, while the built-in 22 kW Generac whole-home generator offers added peace of mind in every season. The detached 32' x 48' shop, complete with two 10-foot doors, provides exceptional space for vehicles, equipment, hobbies, storage or workshop use.Close to Townsend Lake, Bells Lake, the Saugeen River, golf courses, ATV and snowmobile trails, this property is perfectly suited to those who appreciate the outdoors. With schools, shopping and hospitals in both Markdale and Durham approximately ten minutes away, you can enjoy the privacy of country living without giving up everyday convenience.More than a home, this is a place to plant roots, live more naturally, garden, gather, relax and enjoy a quieter way of life. (id:27476)
