This beautifully restored red brick home in the heart of downtown Guelph has been completed renovated and expanded with a second storey in 2020. Upon arrival you'll be impressed by the ample parking and greeted by a large front porch with the most charming porch swing. This home offers nearly 3,300 sq ft of finished living space, with thoughtful customizations. Inside, 10' ceilings on the main floor and 9' ceilings on the second create a sense of space rarely found in homes of this era. Custom millwork, window bench seating, built-in ceiling speakers, and aesthetic finishes carry throughout the home, while oversized windows and skylights bring in natural light. The layout includes 5 (4+1) bedrooms and 4 (3+1) full bathrooms. Upstairs features three bedrooms and a very conveniently located laundry, while the main floor bedroom could second as the perfect home office. The primary bedroom includes a walk in closet and beautiful ensuite bathroom with a large glass walk-in shower. You'll be impressed by the legal basement apartment as it adds versatility for guests, rental income, or future multi-unit potential. Outside, the property continues to impress. A rare 400 sq ft heated garage with 12' ceilings offers ideal space for a workshop or studio, complemented by a large driveway with parking for multiple vehicles. The backyard is designed for everyday living, with updated fencing, a hot tub, dining area, built-in sandbox, natural gas BBQ line, and a beautiful tree line for privacy. All major systems were updated in 2020, including roof, windows, furnace, electrical, and a new sewer line to the city, offering a true turn-key opportunity. Located one block from Sunny Acres Park and the Howitt Park trail system, and walking distance to Market Fresh, the Farmers' Market, the GO Station, and downtown shops and restaurants, this is a location that supports a connected, walkable lifestyle. A thoughtfully rebuilt home in one of Guelph's most desirable neighbourhoods. (id:2493)