True Luxury Home in Rockcliffe Park

A phenomenal example of contemporary family living, this home is designed around light, space and an effortless connection between the indoors and out. The southern and western exposure of the property is extraordinary, bringing natural light into the home throughout the day and capturing beautiful late-afternoon and evening light across the gardens and pool.

From the moment you enter through the dramatic double front doors, the scale and architecture of the home are breathtaking. The foyer opens to the principal entertaining spaces, with carefully considered sightlines that reveal the living and dining rooms without immediately exposing the kitchen. A dramatic sunken dining room, designed to create greater ceiling height, features beautiful coffered ceilings, while the living room is anchored by a gas fireplace with stone feature wall extending to the ceiling and framed by western light.

The sophisticated kitchen and spacious breakfast room form the heart of the home. The kitchen features a large centre island with counter seating, as well as top-of-the-line appliances, extensive cabinetry and a walk-in pantry. The adjacent breakfast room opens completely to a spectacular covered terrace, creating a seamless extension of the living space. The terrace is designed for entertaining for three seasons, with cedar-panelled ceilings, built-in speakers, a barbecue area, and ethanol fireplace that creates ambiance for the backyard. A few steps lead down to a tiered cedar deck and the beautifully landscaped grounds beyond.

The outdoor spaces have been thoughtfully planned, with distinct areas for dining, lounging, entertaining and enjoying the saltwater pool and hot tub with electric cover. The primary suite also has its own private deck and seating area overlooking the pool, surrounded by mature, lush landscaping. The combination of open and covered spaces allows the property to be enjoyed throughout the seasons.

The oversized double garage leads directly into a fantastically designed mudroom with built-in benches and thoughtful storage for everything from sports equipment to coats, shoes and everyday essentials. Every aspect of the home has been designed for real family life while maintaining a remarkably polished aesthetic - and there is a wonderful amount of storage space throughout.

The main floor primary suite is a private retreat. A discreet entrance leads into the expansive bedroom, where the bed is positioned away from the main sightline. A gas fireplace with a beautifully tiled feature wall creates a warm focal point, while French doors open directly to the private deck overlooking the pool and gardens.

The ensuite bathroom is equally impressive, with a freestanding soaking tub, heated floors, dual vessel sinks, a separate vanity for makeup application, walk-in shower with bench and private water closet. Two generous walk-in closets feature custom cabinetry, display areas and automatic lighting.

Two staircases provide exceptional flexibility and flow between the levels. Upstairs are three additional spacious bedrooms - one with its own ensuite bathroom and the other two sharing an ensuite - a convenient laundry closet, and a beautiful reading or sitting area overlooking the open gallery below. The layout offers privacy for children, guests or extended family and allows the home to adapt easily to different family configurations.

The lower level is anything but typical. Deep window wells bring an unusual amount of natural light into the space, particularly from the west, giving the level a bright, open quality. A very large media room provides a dedicated space for family gatherings and entertainment, complemented by an additional bedroom and bathroom, with further space for recreation, guests or a home office. There is also a cedar closet, incredible laundry room, fitness room and sauna. The basement also offers a walkout directly to the backyard.

At more than 6,900 square feet, 77 Placel Road combines impressive architectural scale with the warmth and functionality of a truly amazing family home. Its extraordinary southern and western exposure, seamless indoor-outdoor connection, private pool, multiple entertaining spaces and beautifully considered floor plan make it a rare offering in Rockcliffe Park.