Originally built in 1872 as a Manse (home) for the local Presbeterian minister, the home was soon after purchased by the Nightingales.  Their daughter, Florence, was born in the home in 1896 and lived there as a recluse until her death at age 82.  The home was in a state of disrepair, without electricity or indoor plumbing, when it was donated to the Red Cross in 1978.  While distinguished and historic, this home does not have an historic designation.

The beautiful Nightingale estate boasts just under 3400 square feet of above ground living space plus three covered patios, set on over an acre of entirely fenced, mature grounds.  For its 150th birthday, this picture perfect family home received a top to bottom renovation, including a chefs kitchen, heated floors in bathrooms and laundry, freshly refinished original flooring, doors, trim and staircase.  An entertainers dream, this home includes a huge butlers pantry, two large primary bedroom suites, and gated parking for a dozen of your guests vehicles.

Other improvements include all new windows (June 2022), new 200 amp electrical panel and all new switches, outlets and fixtures (May 2022),  new driveway (June 2022), fresh landscaping (May 2022), and a lifetime galvanized aluminum roof.

GOrgeous REception Area

The main foyer welcomes your guests with double entry doors, 10' ceilings, original and refinished main staircase, red pine floors and 13" trim.

South-West Facing Living Room

With orignal crown moulding and plaster work, the spacious and sun-filled living room includes a gas fireplace and four large windows that bring in light and provide unique views over the estate sized property.

Chef's Kitchen

The large chef's kitchen includes a 12' Canadian granite island with integrated sink, double wall ovens, flat cooktop, and plenty of drawered storage. The adjacent 2-piece bathroom and staircase to the Servant's Quarters, and Butlers pantry make entertaining a breeze.  Comes complete with pot lighting and a large, East-facing, covered patio for your morning coffee.

Butler's Pantry with Laundry

Like to hide your small appliances?  Have a catered event to host?  Leverage the Butler's pantry, directly behind the kitchen and complete with large sink, refridgerator, quartz countertops, laundry facilities, heated floors, loads of built-in storage, and views over the expansive rear yard.

Dining for ten or more

The large South-East facing dining room features a gas fireplace, original trim, flooring and interior doors, 10' ceilings, and large windows overlooking your front and side yards.

Main floor study

The large main floor study offers high celings, original features, an electric fireplace insert, and a West-facing window.

One of two primary suites

This South-West facing bedroom features 9' ceilings, crown moulding, a window bench with cedar storage, and tree-top views over the gated property.  Seen here with a king-sized bed, there is plenty of room for additional seating and storage.

Front upper foyer

At the top of the main staircase, this upper foyer provides access to the upper front balcony, as well as one of the primary suites and the South East bedroom.  Featuring an original balcony door, a designer walnut chandalier, and room for furniture for use as a sitting room.

Ensuite Bathroom

This ensuite bathroom is East facing for beautiful sunny views in the morning, overlooking the neighboring farm fields.  Features include newer fixtures, heated floors, high ceilings and wall-mounted taps.

Front Upper Balcony

This South-facing upper balcony overlooks the front yard and sits high in the trees, private from the street.  With a ceiling fan to keep you cool on summer nights, this is the perfect place for an evening nightcap.

Second Primary Suite

Originally the servant's quarters, the second primary suite offers it's own staircase, hallway, 4-piece bathroom, and walk-in closet.

Servant's quarters hallway and staircase

Located above the kitchen, the rear hallway features West-facing views and access to the bedroom and large bath from either the kitchen or the upstairs front hallway.

Servant's quarters bathroom

With an expansive view over the rear yard, this bathroom features heated floors, a period-correct clawfoot tub, and a large barrier-free walk-in shower.

West Bedroom

The smallest of the bedrooms, this West-facing room has plenty of space to accomodate a Queen sized bed plus two large dressers, with room to walk around the room comfortably.

South-East Bedroom

Currently used as an office, this large bedroom overlooks the front upper balcony and features two large windows, a walk-in closet, and a bright 3-piece ensuite bathroom.

Main Floor Powder room

Located off of the kitchen, this two-piece powder room features a lintil window and a sink from the 1930s, while being updated with all new features.

Form Follows Function

A large Victorian farmhouse is apt to house kids, adults, pets, and everything that comes along with them.  The mud room, accessible directly from the driveway, includes easy to clean floors, built-in storage, and expansive views over the rear-yard

Storage is a must

In the 1800's, even those living in ~3400 square foot home didn't have a lot to store.  That's no longer the case, and this home has had extensive built-ins added, including in the mud room, butlers' pantry, in two walk-in closets, and the basement.

Well-Sorted Utilities

Not many century homes have basements that are featured in the listing, usually with good reason.  This home is the exception, with very well sorted basement and utilities.

The electrical has been updated, and the panel has just been replaced (200 Amp).  There is no knob and tube in the home.  The basement has been dug down, allowing for added head-room, and underpinning has been completed.  The stone foundation shows very well.  Oil tank has been removed, and modern natural gas furnace and central air have been added.  Hot water tank is owned, as is UV water purification and water softener.  Well pump is 2 years old, and poured concrete floor is less than 10 years old.