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- Kymberley McKee
Property Description
An exceptional offering in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake's Queen-Picton Heritage District, the historically recognized Promenade House (circa 1819) is a designated heritage property valued for both its architectural integrity and its place in the town's early development. Over the past two centuries, the home has served a range of uses. In the late 1820s, it operated as an inn and tavern, gaining a colourful local reputation. It later supported wartime efforts - standing during the War of 1812 era and serving as barracks during World War I. At other points, it functioned as both a school and a stable, reflecting the evolving needs of the community. Today, the property has been carefully maintained and updated as a private, luxury residence. The classic Georgian facade, Flemish bond brickwork, thick masonry walls, and traditional centre-hall plan remain intact, along with notable original millwork. A hand-crafted replica front door opens to feature wide-plank hardwood flooring throughout. The vaulted kitchen showcases exposed brick, custom lighting, premium JennAir appliances and granite counters. Elegant principal rooms display original built-ins, the restful library is anchored by a gas fireplace. Upstairs, spacious bedrooms include a refined primary retreat with custom built-in closets and fireplace, complemented by two beautifully renovated bathrooms and a convenient second-floor laundry. A cozy media room with a third gas fireplace (crafted from the home's original hearth), along with additional guest accommodations, laundry, and utility space complete the lower level. Professionally landscaped grounds, impressive exterior lighting, and a new cedar roof perfect this iconic property. Ideally situated at Prideaux and Regent Streets, one block from both Queen Street and Lake Ontario, The Promenade House offers timeless "Old Town" character and refinement.
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Amenities
- 3+ Fireplaces
- Backyard
- Basement - Finished
- Butlers Pantry
- Central Air
- Cycling
- Den
- Eat in Kitchen
- Garage
- Gardens
- Generator
- Golf
- Granite Counter
- Hardwood Floors
- Historic
- Lake
- Laundry
- Library
- Media Room/Theater
- Pantry
- Parking
- Patio
- Privacy
- Professional Grade Appliances
- Scenic
- Storage
- Vaulted Ceilings
- Waterfront
- Wine Country
- Wood Fence
Rooms
- TypeLevelDimensionsFlooring
- Living roomMain19' 9" x 13' 1.4"Other
- LibraryMain19' 9" x 13' 2.6"Other
- KitchenMain9' 10.8" x 14' 1.2"Other
- Home officeMain20' 2.9" x 8' 5.1"Other
- Powder RoomMain5' 2.9" x 7' 3.7"Other
- Bedroom2nd floor13' 3" x 19' 9"Other
- Bedroom2nd floor13' 10.8" x 13' 5.8"Other
- Bathroom2nd floor5' 10.8" x 10' 5.9"Other
- Bathroom2nd floor6' 4.7" x 5' 2.2"Other
- Media / EntertainmentLower20' 6.8" x 19' 7"Other
- BedroomLower20' 2.9" x 13' 8.1"Other
- BathroomLower7' 4.1" x 7' 6.1"Other
- Laundry roomLower13' 10.8" x 9' 6.9"Other
- FurnaceLower13' 10.8" x 9' 10.1"Other
- OtherLower6' 4.7" x 5' 4.1"Other
- FoyerMain8' 3.9" x 6' 4.7"Other
- Dining roomMain10' 4" x 14' 2"Other
- FoyerMain4' 3.9" x 6' 11.8"Other
- Laundry room2nd floor4' 3.1" x 5' 10.2"Other
- Other2nd floor6' 4.7" x 14' 2.8"Other
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55 Prideaux St, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0 Canada
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Area Description
Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL) is a picturesque, historic town located in southern Ontario, Canada, widely celebrated as the heart of Ontario Wine Country. Situated at the confluence of the Niagara River and Lake Ontario, it sits roughly 90 minutes west of Toronto. Frequently described as one of the prettiest towns in North America, it offers an elegant, slow-paced alternative to high-energy commercial bustle. The town features an exceptionally well-preserved 19th-century grid core. Established in 1792, it served as the very first capital of Upper Canada. It contains significant historical structures from the War of 1812, including the Fort George National Historic Site. The tree-lined streets are lined with gorgeous Regency, Georgian, and Classical Revival buildings. Main thoroughfares like Queen Street feature massive, colourful flower-filled storefronts, hanging baskets, and manicured gardens. Fast-food chains and neon signs are noticeably absent in the Heritage District, giving it a peaceful, old-world feel. The surrounding Niagara Peninsula is home to dozens of award-winning estates. It is globally renowned for its signature, sweet Icewine, as well as exceptional cool-climate varietals. Running from spring to autumn, the globally recognized Shaw Festival Theatre presents massive productions dedicated to George Bernard Shaw and contemporary playwrights. The main strip features independent specialty boutiques (such as year-round Christmas shops), artisan ice cream parlours, and high-end farm-to-table dining. The Niagara River Recreational Trail offers a paved path for biking or walking alongside the water, while Queen's Royal Park provides an iconic lakeside gazebo with views across the water to New York State.
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Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
242 Mary Street, Unit 8
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0


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