188 Dorset Street W, Port Hope, ON L1A 1G2, Port Hope, ON
Bed 5
Bath 6
One of the finest and famous estates in Port Hope, the magnificent "Homewood' exudes elegance and grandeur. Privately sitting behind 10 foot hedges, Homewood, built in 1899, is gracefully ensconced in a park-like setting of over 1 acre, surrounded by ancient majestic oaks and pines. Dorset Street West, one of the town's quintessential streets, is home to numerous historical, imposing, noble estates. As you come into the grand reception hall it serves as the entrance to the expansive principle rooms that offer a splendid stage for any art or furniture collection. The rooms speak of elegant entertaining, the perfect home for dinner parties and exceptional Holiday festivities. The extensive veranda speaks of summer cocktail parties and al fresco dining. The immaculate attention to detail and style taken in Homewood's restoration is beyond exemplary. Respecting the rich history and integrity with thoughtful modernization of the kitchen and 6 bathrooms, spa, sauna, steam shower and 7 working fireplaces. The outstanding primary bedroom suite boasts a fireplace, a dressing room and a 4 piece ensuite. All 2nd floor bedrooms boast a working fireplace. The original floors throughout are beautiful stained oak and in prime conditon. No expense was spared anywhere from fixtures, to appliances to replated hardware on every window, door and cupboard sourced from around the world. In particular the marble bathrooms & lower level marble spa with a hot pool, sauna and steam shower stand out. The original Butler's pantry and linen room are magnificent examples of fine preservation. The kitchen lacks for nothing, it's a cook's paradise. The heated double, built-in garage with lower-level entry takes you into the special dog washing area & one of 2 laundry rooms in the home. Sophistication & elegance, Homewood is the epitome of a gracious old world blended with contemporary modern conveniences. Trinity College School for your children.Toronto Airport 1 hr. 401, VIA, 407 minutes away.
Property Highlights
For Sale
MLS NO.
X12294604
Type
Residential Freehold
Sub Type
Detached
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
6
Parking
8.0
Garage
Yes
Complete Property Details
Property Type
Residential Freehold
Sub Type
Detached
Transaction Type
For Sale
Status
Expired
Contract Status
Unavailable
MLS® Number
X12294604
Living Area Range
5000 +
Total Bedrooms
5
Bedrooms Above Grade
5
Total Bathrooms
6
Total Kitchens
2
Kitchens Above Grade
1
Kitchens Below Grade
1
Rooms Above Grade
15
Rooms Below Grade
2
Interior Features
Carpet Free, Central Vacuum, Generator - Full, Sauna, Steam Room, Water Heater Owned, Upgraded Insulation
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Features
Wood, Other
Central Vacuum Yn
Yes
Construction
Other
Roof
Metal
Lot Width
273.0315
Parking Total
8.0
Covered Spaces
2.0
Garage Type
Built-In
Garage
Yes
Pool
None
Direction Facing
North
Cooling
Central Air
Heat Source
Gas
Heat Type
Water
Internet Address Display Yn
Yes
Internet Entire Listing Display Yn
Yes
Full Address
188 Dorset Street W, Port Hope, ON L1A 1G2
City
Port Hope
Neighbourhood
Port Hope
County / Region
Northumberland
Province / State
ON
Postal Code
L1A 1G2
Cross Street
Bramley and Dorset W.
Directions
Dorset St. W to 188
Country
CA
List Price
$3,499,000
Annual Taxes
$14,777
Tax Year
2024
Legal Description
Plan 31 Lots 2 to 6 Lot 8 Plan 1 Pt Lot 20 RP 9R918 Part 5
Possession Type
Flexible
Possession Details
immediate
Listing Office
CHESTNUT PARK REAL ESTATE LIMITED
Board
Central Lakes Association of REALTORS
Original Entry
2025-07-18T18:52:03Z
Media Updated
2025-07-19T17:58:57Z
Photos Updated
2025-07-19T17:58:57Z
Last Modified
2025-12-20T05:15:24Z
System Modified
2025-12-20T05:15:24.683494Z
MLS Status
Expired
Architectural Style
2 1/2 Storey
Basement
Finished
Ddfyn
Yes
Expiration Date
2025-12-19
Foundation Details
Stone
Heat Source Multi
Gas
Heat Type Multi
Water
Hstapplication
Included In
Link Yn
No
Occupant Type
Owner
Originating System Id
A00001796
Parcel Number
510710343
Parking Spaces
6
Public Remarks
One of the finest and famous estates in Port Hope, the magnificent "Homewood' exudes elegance and grandeur. Privately sitting behind 10 foot hedges, Homewood, built in 1899, is gracefully ensconced in a park-like setting of over 1 acre, surrounded by ancient majestic oaks and pines. Dorset Street West, one of the town's quintessential streets, is home to numerous historical, imposing, noble estates. As you come into the grand reception hall it serves as the entrance to the expansive principle rooms that offer a splendid stage for any art or furniture collection. The rooms speak of elegant entertaining, the perfect home for dinner parties and exceptional Holiday festivities. The extensive veranda speaks of summer cocktail parties and al fresco dining. The immaculate attention to detail and style taken in Homewood's restoration is beyond exemplary. Respecting the rich history and integrity with thoughtful modernization of the kitchen and 6 bathrooms, spa, sauna, steam shower and 7 working fireplaces. The outstanding primary bedroom suite boasts a fireplace, a dressing room and a 4 piece ensuite. All 2nd floor bedrooms boast a working fireplace. The original floors throughout are beautiful stained oak and in prime conditon. No expense was spared anywhere from fixtures, to appliances to replated hardware on every window, door and cupboard sourced from around the world. In particular the marble bathrooms & lower level marble spa with a hot pool, sauna and steam shower stand out. The original Butler's pantry and linen room are magnificent examples of fine preservation. The kitchen lacks for nothing, it's a cook's paradise. The heated double, built-in garage with lower-level entry takes you into the special dog washing area & one of 2 laundry rooms in the home. Sophistication & elegance, Homewood is the epitome of a gracious old world blended with contemporary modern conveniences. Trinity College School for your children.Toronto Airport 1 hr. 401, VIA, 407 minutes away.
