17480 Dufferin St

Country location close to Newmarket & Aurora - Location, location, location! Ever wanted to enjoy peaceful country living and yet be 5 minutes to town & conveniences? This is it. A remarkably private setting on 15-acres, 5 minutes to Upper Canada Mall. 10 minutes to Southlake Hospital. 10 minutes to the Green Lane GO Station. Total privacy, tranquil setting, long views....and be only 5 minutes to Newmarket or Aurora! Gordon Ridgely Designed Home. A hidden property in King Township with amazing views over the hills of the protected Joker's Hill. Up a long gated and paved drive sits this impressive west coast inspired home designed by the noted architect Gordon Ridgely. The views across the valley are breathtaking. The lands include over 15 acres of mature woodlands, gardens, lawns with seating terraces and a pool with waterfall plus cabana. This light-filled 4-bedroom home was designed to capture the vast views from this hilltop site. 2-car garage plus detached workshop. The site for this modernist home is irreplaceable. The home takes advantage of the setting with superb views and offers a full walk-out lower level. The perfect near-urban location in King Township! The front entrance has impressive cut stone landscaping and lush gardens which continue around the home. The dramatic 2-storey window floods the foyer and main staircase with light. The main level includes a dramatic 2-storey living room which is the focal point of the home. The living room has massive showcase windows, built-in cabinetry and is wired for sound. There are multiple seating areas in the living room including 2 club chairs which are great for a morning coffee. Off this main living room is the kitchen with breakfast bar, dining room, sunroom, laundry, pantry, bathroom and a main floor office with walk-out to the grounds. This office can become a main floor bedroom if desired. Superb custom millwork in all bathrooms, laundry room and great room. Loads of storage in dining room and primary bdrm