26 SOUTH DRIVE, St. Catharines (Old Glenridge), Ontario

A rare combination of timeless Georgian architecture and an exceptional double lot in Old Glenridge. With 100 feet of frontage (13,293 sqft total) , this distinctive 2 1/2 storey red-brick home offers original craftsmanship, established gardens and room to create what comes next. The traditional centre-hall plan showcases rich gumwood doors and trim, hardwood floors, French doors, crown mouldings and graceful barrel ceilings. A formal dining room, recently renovated kitchen and inviting living room preserve the home's enduring character. A striking see through wood-burning fieldstone fireplace connects the living room and bright, heated sunroom, where new wraparound windows fill the space with natural light. On the 2nd floor, three bedrooms include a primary with a charming window seat set within an arched alcove, built-in wardrobe and his and her closets. A full bathroom serves this level, with two additional powder rooms on the main and lower floors. The finished basement offers flexible space for recreation, work or exercise, plus storage. A permanent staircase from the second-floor hallway leads to an unfinished walk-up attic with plumbing, electrical and HVAC rough-ins, offering additional potential living space. Beyond the home, generous grounds reveal a series of distinct outdoor spaces. Expansive, exposed aggregate concrete driveway, walkways and patios provide room for outdoor gatherings and everday recreation. Open lawn offers space for play, while mature evergreen trees, estabished gardens and a secluded wooded area create privacy & a sense of retreat. With room to envision a pool, an addition or accessory dwelling, this exceptional property offers flexibility for changing needs and lifestyles. Enjoy Old Glenridge's established streetscape and convenient access to downtown St. Catharines amenities, the St. Catharines Golf & Country Club, Brock University, Ridley College and Highway 406. A home of enduring character on a unique oversized parcel. (id:56426)