5037 Franklin St

A MAGICAL OASIS awaits you and your family in the Hamlet of Claremont, just N of Pickering! Flanked by a magnificent ivy clad 100 yr old reinforced barn which rests on its original concrete foundation, a majestic repro Victorian home w/wrap around porch nestled in mature perennial gardens awaits. This beauty has been renewed top to bottom and it rests on a PRIVATE 585' deep, acre lot w/conservation land behind. A serene, private heated salt water pool w/spillway and a delightful raised gazebo give way to a picturesque fire pit and your estate from which you can absorb the beauty of the seasons. In true Victorian fashion, the Main floor boasts 9' ceilings and hard wood oak floors. A classic sitting room and formal dining room with wall to wall windows blend harmoniously with the open concept Kitchen, Breakfast and Family Room w/gas fireplace and sliding glass windows facing the grounds. Bright, white kitchen w/Country flair, natural limestone countertops, and all the modern amenities including blt-in wine cooler, provide easy access to the grounds and are the Ideal space for Living and Entertaining Family and Friends! Up the solid Oak staircase, This Four BR Belle, (currently 3) exudes grace and elegance. African Rosewood Hardwood floors or new Engineered Oak Hardwood grace the BRs. Newly redone Primary Oasis WWI closet and a stunning TOTALLY NEW 5 pc Spa-Like Ensuite bath w/heated porcelain nonslip tiles, Rainhead shower, & separate soaker tub, will enthrall all! Lower Level has a fully finished basement. Discover the High ceilings, luxury Laminate flooring on raised 3 3/4" subflooring, built in cabinetry, and loads of storage space worthy of a Large scale office or indoor entertainment space Plus, a Gym, Reno'd 2 pc bath and large Cold Room for storing the garden's bounty. Your Barn Transforms with the Seasons... Let your imagination run wild. Picturesque exterior illumination creates a magical atmosphere when the sun sets and reflects off the pool.