First time Buyers, live your dream of being the proud owner of this Yesteryear treasure, nestled in the quaint Town of Carleton Place. This unique home is conveniently located within walking distance to the exciting Riverside Park and the downtown core of Bridge Street.  This Ottawa Valley Town offers a well–stocked Library, situated only blocks away from this residence, boasting a collection of more than 48,000 books, and extensive Inter-Library lending program. The staff of this well attended Library provides programs and services for children throughout the year. 

For those who appreciate the past, you will be delighted with the ambience of this charming circa 1900 2 storey, which has been lovingly redecorated with a fresh, country chic flair. “Mix don’t match” is the mindset of today’s interior decorators, this home certainly distinguishes this theory. Wonderful architectural details, found only in homes of this era, will be an exciting backdrop for the new homeowner to have fun personalizing their own space. I am sure you will simply love the Heritage Staircase, featuring charcoal Bannister, cloud white Spindles & ornate Valance bracket trim. Ten ft. ceilings, original wood trim, a distinctive Archway, and a transitional framework of etched glass, combine to represent the essence of a yesteryear home. A great décor transforms a heritage property into an eclectic masterpiece and creates a stylish backdrop for eclectic furnishings and accessories. 

Living Rooms, one of the most versatile rooms in a house, is exactly what you make of it. “Country or Uptown” the choice is all yours. Once you script the room’s role, deciding on it’s wardrobe of furnishings is a snap. The handsome painted Fireplace is a showstopper and anchors this comfortable retreat. The formal Dining Room boasts a keen respect for the past and welcomes your antique furnishings. The funky chandelier is included for your pleasure!

Remember Grandma’s Kitchen? This old fashioned space, enhanced by an efficiently designed, modern day Oak Kitchen, boasts a hardworking dual purpose Island. The Kitchen is normally one of the drawbacks encountered at this price point, however this great Kitchen is a wonderful surprise!! 

The spacious upper level consists of 3 Bedrooms, and a retro 4 piece Bath/Laundry. Out of curiosity, old homes have many “nooks and cranies” this Home follows suit. Curious closets in the secondary bedrooms were originally used as shoe cupboards, while the larger closet at the end of the hall would have probably stored hand embroidered quilts or seasonal clothing. * Note the quaint little window….  

  Similar to this lovely Vintage Home, the Town of Carleton Place retains the “Best of Both Worlds”. Stroll arm in arm down the tree lined Main Street that is home to Art Galleries, Cafes and Curiosity Shops. Riverside Park, Historic Canoe Club, and the Trans Canada Trail welcome you to enjoy small Town living.  And then there is the Town that is very much into “today”.  Look for; National name “Big Box Stores”, a State of the Art Fitness Centre, a newly constructed LCBO with Vintner’s selection, Home Depot, Starbucks and a Staples.

Seeing is believing… make Carleton Place your future Home!