7399 BELL SCHOOL LINE, Milton, Ontario L9T 2Y1

A truly extraordinary century-old log estate set on 11.4 acres along the Niagara Escarpment, offering privacy, timeless craftsmanship and panoramic Toronto skyline views, just minutes from Milton and major commuter routes. Rich in history, the residence was transported log by log from an island in the Ottawa Valley by horse and sleigh across frozen waterways, before renowned Ontario architect Mel Shakespeare united two historic log homes into one remarkable residence.The chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry, stone and quartz countertops, a La Cornue dual gas-electric range, built-in Jenn-Air refrigerator/freezer, dining area with sweeping skyline ... read more

A truly extraordinary century-old log estate set on 11.4 acres along the Niagara Escarpment, offering privacy, timeless craftsmanship and panoramic Toronto skyline views, just minutes from Milton and major commuter routes. Rich in history, the residence was transported log by log from an island in the Ottawa Valley by horse and sleigh across frozen waterways, before renowned Ontario architect Mel Shakespeare united two historic log homes into one remarkable residence.The chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry, stone and quartz countertops, a La Cornue dual gas-electric range, built-in Jenn-Air refrigerator/freezer, dining area with sweeping skyline views and a butler's pantry with wine and beverage refrigeration. Original exposed logs, wide pine floors, traditional brick oven and wood-burning stove preserve the home's authentic character. The grand living room features a gas-converted Rumford-style fireplace. A spacious laundry room with custom cabinetry doubles as a home office, while the side entrance includes mudroom, 2-pc bath and private den.Upstairs, three bedrooms each feature updated ensuites. The primary retreat offers custom built-ins, walk-in closet and a spa-inspired ensuite. The enhanced lower level includes a fourth bedroom, stunning bathroom, custom storage, redesigned family room and sound-insulated music room.The detached two-car garage, constructed from a third historic log building, offers a loft and lower level with a simulated ice surface for hockey enthusiasts. Geothermal heating and cooling, Enviroshake premium composite roof, and 100-amp garage service add modern performance. Additional improvements include a whole-home standby generator, upgraded electrical with surge protection, heated and insulated garage, new garage door, gated entrance, fenced-in dog run, updated water treatment, extensive lighting upgrades and chimney restoration. Furnace (2023); most windows and doors (2022) 400 AMP service to the house. (id:25417)