Property Attributes
- MLS#X13808544
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status New
- CityChatham-Kent
- AreaHighgate
- NeighbourhoodHighgate
- Postal CodeN0P 1T0
- Style2-Storey
- Taxes$ 2931
- Price$ 825,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2000-2500
- Lot Size0.502 Acres
Data Source:
Toronto Real Estate Board (TRREB)
Property Description
Victorian grandeur meets country living at the Reycraft-McLaren House, a remarkable late nineteenth-century Queen Anne Victorian set on a private double lot of approximately half an acre (with the potential to sever) in the village of Highgate. Behind its terracotta brick exterior, gingerbread detailing and charming east-facing Juliet balcony, this four-bedroom home is filled with the craftsmanship that makes an old house unforgettable. Ten-foot ceilings extend across both levels, complemented by substantial 12-inch trim, crown moulding, decorative ceiling medallions, stained glass and transoms. Original newel posts anchor the staircase, while period chandeliers, early twentieth-century Toronto-made cast-iron radiators, a reglazed clawfoot tub and the original butler's staircase preserve the character of another era. The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with a Fireclay farmhouse sink, subway tile backsplash, updated countertops, new gas range and dishwasher. Outside, the fully enclosed grounds offer mature trees, perennial gardens, raised beds, asparagus, strawberries, raspberries, grapevines and apple, cherry and pear trees. A custom chicken coop and views across neighbouring farmland bring a little country to village life. The extensively renovated detached two-car garage features a new roof, custom birch carriage doors and a herringbone floor laid with carefully sourced reclaimed brick. Two driveways provide parking for approximately 12 vehicles. Additional improvements include a Hy-Grade steel roofing system, repointed fieldstone foundation, R40 attic insulation, completed copper plumbing updates, a custom seven-foot reclaimed barn-beam fence and professional exterior finishing. More than 125 years of character, thoughtfully cared for and ready for its next chapter.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/21/2026 | Listed $825,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Wall Unit(s) |
| Roof | Metal |
| Architectural Style | 2-Storey |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Wood |
| Heater Type | Water |
| Parking Spaces | 10 |
| Topography | Flat |
| Property Subtype | Detached |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Lot Depth | 165.31 |
| County | Chatham-Kent |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential Freehold |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Facing Direction | West |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Fence - Full,Playground,Other,Storage |
| Status | New |
| City | Chatham-Kent |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Feet |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2931.99 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Legal Description | LT 6-7 PL 328; CHATHAM-KENT |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Carpet Free |
|---|---|
| Basement | Unfinished,Walk-Up |
| Heat Source | Gas |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Elevator? | No |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Living Area Range | 2000-2500 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Deck,Privacy,Landscaped |
|---|---|
| Waterfront | None |
| Parking Features | Private Double |
| Total Parking | 12.0 |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Foundation Details | Stone |
| Spa | No |
| Lot Size Source | MPAC |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 2.0 |
Amenities
- Views
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No Strata Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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