131 Cooksmill Rd

Welcome to 131 Cook’s Mill Road, a spacious four-bedroom home plus a private studio suite, set on two beautifully treed acres with 175 feet of serene river frontage along one of Guelph’s most prestigious streets. It feels like your own private cottage retreat, yet you’re less than five minutes from Guelph’s extensive amenities and close to Highway 401—an ideal location for commuters.

A concrete driveway leads to the attached two-car garage, while the mature trees and expansive property create an immediate sense of privacy and serenity.

Inside, French doors open to a spacious living room lined with large windows that fill the space with natural light—the perfect place to relax and unwind. The formal dining room provides an elegant backdrop for family dinners, holiday celebrations and intimate dinner parties.

The spacious kitchen features stainless steel appliances, including a dual oven, along with abundant counter and cabinetry space, a pantry cupboard and a convenient built-in desk. A large window above the double sink frames scenic views of the surrounding property, while the adjoining breakfast area features charming wainscoting and picture windows that bring the outdoors in.

Just off the kitchen, the inviting family room is centred around a cosy fireplace with custom built-ins, creating a comfortable gathering place for everyday living. A convenient powder room completes the main level.

Natural light pours through a skylight above the staircase as you arrive on the upper level, where you’ll find four bedrooms. The spacious primary suite features a large window, walk-in closet and renovated three-piece ensuite with a new quartz-topped vanity. The three additional bedrooms offer plenty of natural light and generous closet space, while an updated four-piece bathroom with a sleek quartz-topped vanity and shower-and-tub combination completes the level. Above the garage, you’ll find a private studio apartment with its own separate entrance, kitchenette and full bathroom. This versatile space is ideal for teenage children, in-laws, potential for additional income, or could be incorporated into the primary bedroom to create a truly expansive retreat.

Outside, the brand-new back deck with sleek steel railings provides a wonderful setting for summer barbecues, outdoor dining and entertaining. Cedar-chip trails wind through the mature trees and lead to the riverfront, where a private deck showcases spectacular views of the water and surrounding landscape. Gather around a fire by the river, launch a canoe and explore the water, or simply relax and take in the incredible peace and privacy.

Thoughtful updates include bathroom renovations & back deck in 2026, a new laundry set and water softener in 2021, pot lights in 2021, a furnace in 2020, a Carrier air conditioner in 2019, a concrete driveway and patio in 2019, and a new roof in 2019.

At the end of the street, you’ll find the scenic Smith Property Loop hiking trail—perfect for peaceful walks surrounded by nature. The home is also less than 10 minutes from Stone Road Mall, the University of Guelph and Pergola Commons, placing an incredible selection of shops, restaurants and everyday amenities within easy reach. Convenient back-road access to Highway 401 makes commuting simple.

Offering privacy, space, riverfront beauty and an exceptional location minutes from the city, 131 Cook’s Mill Road delivers the very best of country living without sacrificing convenience.