Long recognized for the quality of its restoration in a range of publications, both books and magazines, Retreat Cottage, c. 1834 was given the Southcott Award by the Newfoundland Historic Trust in 1988. The house is complemented with a stunning.814 acre garden with spaces that represent a secluded, and private retreat from the rush of the town. Retreat Cottage has grown out of its original form as a country cottage. In its 4200 square feet it has five bedrooms, two full bathrooms and one half-bathroom. It is noted not just for its exterior but also for the interest of a number of its interior features including the cast-iron range set into the kitchen chimney, French doors with sliding shutters n the dining and sitting rooms that open onto the front porch and into the garden. Along the full length of the house front is a glazed porch which provides a warm space on a sunny winter’s day. There are eight working fireplaces in the principal first- and second-floor rooms including two Rumford fireplaces. There is a large modern kitchen with granite counters and an eating area in the bay window which overlooks the garden. Two pantries off the kitchen (one with a Victorian pump) and one off the sitting room provide more than ample storage. The main bathroom has pine cabinets made of paneling rescued from an 1847 house as well as a fine six-foot cast-iron bath. The main bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with its own fireplace. Vendors prepared to consider an extended closing date. (id:47423)
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Detailed Information
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
2
Amenities Nearby
Recreation, Shopping
Listing Contract Date
2024-06-01
Ownership Type
Freehold
Property Type
Single Family
Transaction Type
For sale
Zoning Description
Res.
Building
Constructed Date
1834
Construction Style (Attachment)
Detached
Exterior Finish
Other
Fireplace Present
Yes
Flooring Type
Hardwood, Other
Heating Fuel
Oil
Stories Total
2.5
Type
House
Utility Water
Municipal water
Rooms
Room
Level
Dimensions
Notes
Office
Second level
7x10
Bedroom
Second level
7x10
Bedroom
Second level
11.5x17
Primary Bedroom
Second level
19.5x11.5
Bedroom
Third level
12x12.5
Bedroom
Third level
14.5x11
Laundry room
Main level
9x13.5
Not known
Main level
43x6
Living room
Main level
19.25x17.5
Dining room
Main level
17x18
Den
Main level
13x16
Kitchen
Main level
18.5x15
Parking Spaces
Name
Spaces
Garage
1
Land
Total Size
.814 acre | 21,780 - 32,669 sqft (1/2 - 3/4 ac)
Amenities
Recreation, Shopping
Landscape Features
Landscaped
Sewer
Municipal sewage system
Size of Irregular Land
.814 acre
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