7568 Marden Road offers a stunning custom-built 4-bedroom bungalow with a heated 32 x 64 ft shop, perfectly positioned on a sprawling 1.48-acre property. Less than 5 minutes from essential amenities, this home combines convenience with tranquil country living. As you approach the property, a long driveway flanked by mature trees leads to a spacious parking area for up to 14 cars, complemented by an attached two-car garage. Handypersons, business owners or car enthusiasts will love the massive 2000+ sqft shop with heat/hydro, a gas hot water heater, heated floors and 4 garage doors including a large bay door. There was a new patio installed off the shop in 2023. The grounds are meticulously maintained, featuring interlocking stone pathways and beautiful gardens.

Stepping inside, the great room captures your attention with its 12-foot ceilings, elegant crown moulding, rich hardwood floors, custom built-ins and a barn wood door. A floor-to-ceiling gas fireplace adds a cosy, welcoming touch to this exquisite space. The formal dining room, accessible through double frosted doors, boasts arched windows, hardwood flooring, and cathedral ceilings with a beautiful light fixture—perfect for entertaining guests.

The executive kitchen showcases cherry cabinets with glass inlays, new quartz countertops (2023), top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, luxury COREtec vinyl/cork flooring and a massive centre island with an overhand for causal dining or entertaining. A charming dinette area set against a backdrop of panoramic windows that offer serene views of the peaceful backyard. Step through the garden door to the inviting back deck, which seamlessly extends the living space outdoors.

The main floor also includes a tastefully appointed 2-piece bathroom & a convenient laundry room with ample storage and a newer washer/dryer (2017). The master suite is a true retreat, featuring a coffered ceiling, gas fireplace, walk-in closet, and a spa-like ensuite with heated flooring, a separate jacuzzi tub, and a walk-in glass shower.

The second bedroom offers cathedral ceilings, arched windows, and elegant wainscoting. All three main floor bedrooms offer solid hardwood floors. The professionally finished basement offers a spacious recreational room with a third gas fireplace, a fourth bedroom, and a soundproofed media room that is wired for surround sound. The large windows and ample pot lighting allow the space to be bright & inviting.

This home has been thoughtfully updated for peace of mind for years to come, including the oven, baseboard/trim painted on main floor & A/C in 2023, microwave/stove top, water softener in 2022, window coverings in 2021, furnace in 2020 & much more! 

Outside, the backyard is an oasis featuring a large deck with stylish rod iron railings, and a lovely patio with a stunning pergola —all surrounded by gorgeous blue spruce trees for privacy. An enclosed hot tub provides a luxurious touch. The proximity to Guelph Lake means weekends can be spent enjoying scenic trails, a beach, and campgrounds, with a quick drive to multiple shopping centres, including grocery stores, restaurants, and much more!