$2,100,000
For sale: Detached

Welcome to 26 Church Lane, affectionately known as The Cranberry House, a truly special residence in historic Thornhill. Set on a secluded lot backing onto a picturesque, wooded ravine overlooking the golf course, this remarkable home offers approximately 3,022 sq ft of elegant main floor living surrounded by lush greenery and complete privacy. Located within the Thornhill Heritage Conservation District, the property carries a rich legacy tied to Sir Robert Watson-Watt, inventor of radar, and features beautifully curated English-style gardens designed by Roland Barnsley.The thoughtfully designed main level offers 4 spacious bedrooms and a convenient combined laundry and powder room. The primary retreat includes a 3-piece ensuite and his-and-hers closets, while the second bedroom features a charming double-sided wood-burning fireplace. A bright eat-in kitchen walks out to a serene private garden with tranquil ravine views-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The upper loft provides versatile space for entertaining, with potential for a study or home office. Additional highlights include a built-in 2-car garage and a detached 3-car garage with loft-ideal for a workshop, studio, or creative space. Ideally located minutes to parks, golf, top-rated schools, community centres, Yonge Street amenities, transit, and highways 407/404.A rare offering blending history, nature, and refined living-this is a home unlike any other. **Reference Plan Available Under Attachments ** Home is designated as a "B" by the City of Markham and cannot be knocked down. **
Sold data
Detached homes in Markham (Thornhill) took a median of 19 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 10 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 36, across 359 recorded sales.
That clock counts only the listing each home finally sold on. Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 35 days.
The median sale price was $1,449,900.
Homes sold for about 3.0% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 31% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 9% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 359 recorded sales in the last 90 days. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.
Schools
Markham (Thornhill) has 95 Fraser Institute–rated schools (76 elementary and 19 secondary), averaging 7.9/10.
School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.
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