This home features horizontal and cedar shake siding set off by a dramatic entry faced with stone. Inside, a stunning curving staircase separates the formal and informal living spaces. The secluded living room flaunts sloping 10-foot ceilings and a central gas fireplace provides a cosy focus for family and friends to enjoy.

The dining room is three steps up and open to the living room over a decorative railing. The large family area or popular great room extends across the width of the house and offers all the requirements for enjoyable, day-to-day informal living. The adjoining kitchen offers a work island, corner walk-in pantry and a window over the sink that opens up the rear view.

The intimate carousel breakfast area has a garden door to the sundeck. A half-wall is all that separates the expansive family room, three steps down. A corner gas fireplace and a full rear wall of windows floods the room with natural light.

A garden door offers access to the rear patio. The double garage leads into the house through a full-sized laundry room. A powder room and the den are tucked behind, for quiet and privacy.

Upstairs, two secondary bedrooms share a three-piece main bathroom. Bedroom No. 3 has the additional benefit of a walk-in closet.

The master suite has all the features of a luxurious suite retreat. The full rear windows and sloping ceiling add to the room’s expansiveness and the carousel sitting area offers a pleasant place for a quiet read or early-morning coffee. A see-through gas fireplace may be enjoyed from the bedroom or while soaking in the tub.

The five-piece ensuite is complete with separate shower and toilet. The house is 40 feet, 4 inches wide and 55 feet, 4 inches deep with 2,286 square feet of living space and a full unfinished basement.