26 Church Lane, Markham, ON L3T 2G5
Markham, ON, L3T 2G5 · Thornhill
About this property
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. **
Features & Amenities
- Basement: Unfinished
- Garage: Other
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heat Type: Forced Air
- Heat Source: Gas
- Style: 1 1/2 Storey
- Construction: Wood
- Sewer: Septic
Property Details
| Property Type | Residential Freehold |
|---|---|
| Property Sub-Type | Detached |
| Architectural Style | 1 1/2 Storey |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Lot Size | 1 Feet |
| Basement | Unfinished |
| Garage | Other |
| Parking Spaces | 5 |
| Heat Type | Forced Air |
| Heat Source | Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Sewer | Septic |
| Annual Tax | $15,055 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Carpet Free, Central Vacuum
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Fireplace Features
- Wood
- Central Vacuum
- Yes
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Year Round Living
- Other Structures
- Shed
- Pool Features
- None
Building & Construction
- Architectural Style
- 1 1/2 Storey
- Construction Materials
- Wood
- Foundation Details
- Concrete, Other
- Roof
- Shingles
- Basement
- Unfinished
- Approximate Age
- 51-99
Heating & Cooling
- Heat Type
- Forced Air
- Heat Source
- Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking & Garage
- Garage Type
- Other
- Garage
- Yes
- Parking Spaces
- 5
- Parking Total
- 10.00
- Parking Features
- Private
- Covered Spaces
- 5
Lot & Land
- Lot Size Area
- 0.64
- Lot Size Units
- Feet
- Lot Depth
- 155.35
- Lot Width
- 148.54
Community & Neighborhood
- Property Features
- Park, Place Of Worship, Public Transit, Golf, Ravine, School
Financial & Tax
- Tax Annual Amount
- $15,055
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Possession Type
- 60-89 days
- Possession Details
- 60-90 days/TBD
Utilities & Services
- Sewer
- Septic
Room Details
- Rooms Above Grade
- 9
- Kitchens Above Grade
- 1
- Kitchens Total
- 1
- Bedrooms Above Grade
- 4
Additional Details
- Occupant Type
- Owner
- Direction Faces
- North
- County Or Parish
- York
- Cross Street
- Yonge St./John St.
- Directions
- https://share.google/Eijksk3UT4W91TSyf
- Special Designation
- Unknown
- Showing Requirements
- Lockbox
Location
26 Church Lane, Markham, ON L3T 2G5, Markham, ON, L3T 2G5