26 Church Ln Markham near Yonge St./John St. | Double Car Garage Detached home for sale

Description

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 **

Features

Facing: North
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Garages: 2
Kitchens: 1

Details

Lot size: 148.54 x 155.35 Feet
Space: 3000-3500
Tax: $ 15054.50
N12952184
Listing contracted with: CENTURY 21 LEADING EDGE REALTY INC.

Room	Size(M)	Description
Family Rm	8.69x4.65	Hardwood Floor, Bay Window, Overlooks Ravine
Dining Rm	4.80x4.60	Hardwood Floor, Separate Rm, Overlook Golf Course
Kitchen	8.10x3.89	Hardwood Floor, Eat-in Kitchen, W/O To Yard
Primary B	7.27x5.23	Hardwood Floor, 3 Pc Ensuite, Walk-In Closet(s)
2nd Br	4.88x4.22	Hardwood Floor, Brick Fireplace, Overlooks Ravine
3rd Br	4.50x3.58	Hardwood Floor, Closet, Overlooks Ravine
4th Br	3.71x3.33	Hardwood Floor, Closet, Window
Loft	9.27x4.62	Hardwood Floor, Overlooks Family, Separate Rm
Study	8.08x4.55	Wood, Separate Rm, Large Window

Bathroom	Pieces	Level
1xBath	2 pcs	Ground
1xBath	3 pcs	Ground
1xBath	4 pcs	Ground

Property Summary

Located close to the intersection of Yonge St. and John St., 26 Church Ln is a 4 bedrooms 3 washrooms Detached. The unit has a Double Built-In Parking Spaces. The property has many nice features including Central Vacuum and Carpet Free. Family Room Rm, Dinning Room Rm, Kitchen, Primary B, second bedroom, third bedroom and fourth bedroom are on the Ground floor; Loft and Study Room are on the upper floor.

School Information

Elementary Schools
E.J. Sand Public School (Grade: JK-08) | School Boundary

Home school

Rank: 337 out of 3022 (Score: 8.0)

Distance to school: 3.8 km (~12 min drive)
Woodland Public School (Grade: 01-08) | School Boundary

French Immersion school

Rank: 2601 out of 3022 (Score: 3.9)

Distance to school: 1.1 km (~19 min walk)
Yorkhill Elementary School (Grade: 01-03) | School Boundary

French Immersion school

Rank: 337 out of 3022 (Score: 8.0)

Distance to school: 1.9 km (~35 min walk)
Woodland Public School (Grade: 04-08) | School Boundary

French Immersion school

Rank: 2601 out of 3022 (Score: 3.9)

Distance to school: 1.1 km (~19 min walk)
ST. ANTHONY (Grade: JK - 8) | School Boundary

Catholic French Immersion school

Rank: 1934 out of 3022 (Score: 5.5)

Distance to school: 1.4 km (~26 min walk)
ST. CHARLES GARNIER (Grade: JK - 8) | School Boundary

Catholic Gifted program school

Rank: 1 out of 3022 (Score: 10.0)

Distance to school: 4.6 km (~14 min drive)
Secondary Schools
Thornhill Secondary School (Grade: 09-12) | School Boundary

Gifted program school

Rank: 112/746 (Score: 7.8) 5 year average: 87/746 (Score: 7.7)

Distance to school: 0.7 km (~13 min walk)
Thornlea Secondary School (Grade: 09-12) | School Boundary

French Immersion school

Rank: 20/746 (Score: 9.0) 5 year average: 50/746 (Score: 8.0)

Distance to school: 2.0 km (~6 min drive)
Westmount Collegiate Institute (Grade: 09-12) | School Boundary

Arts program school

Rank: 100/746 (Score: 7.9) 5 year average: 60/746 (Score: 7.9)

Distance to school: 2.6 km (~8 min drive)
Alexander Mackenzie High School (Grade: 09-12) | School Boundary

AP program school IB Program

Rank: 67/746 (Score: 8.2) 5 year average: 109/746 (Score: 7.5)

Distance to school: 6.3 km (~19 min drive)
ST. ROBERT (Grade: 9 - 12) | School Boundary

Catholic Home school

Rank: 1/746 (Score: 10.0) 5 year average: 2/746 (Score: 9.3)

Distance to school: 4.0 km (~12 min drive)
OUR LADY QUEEN OF THE WORLD (Grade: 9 - 12) | School Boundary

Catholic AP program school

Rank: 89/746 (Score: 8.0) 5 year average: 135/746 (Score: 7.3)

Distance to school: 7.8 km (~23 min drive)
ST. THERESA OF LISIEUX (Grade: 9 - 12) | School Boundary

Catholic Gifted program school

Rank: 1729/746 (Score: 5.8)

Distance to school: 9.3 km (~28 min drive)

Commute Information

Langstaff Go Train Station (2.4km)

Location

Community Overview

26 Church Ln is at the Heart of Thornhill Community. The community of Thornhill runs from Yonge Street on the west to Railway on the south, Bayview Avenue on the east, and German Mills Creek on the North. The community has convenient shopping and public transit. Bungalow, split, and two stories houses are very common, with the majority built between the 1960s and 1970s. In past 3 months, 4 Detached homes were sold at average of $1.47M. There are many Persian and Chinese immigrants. Public transit is relatively convenient for residents. Inside the community, there are Don Valley Park and Woodland Park. Residents can also find the World Shops shopping mall in the neighbouring Grandview community. Thornhill is a mature community at the heart of old Thornhill village. It has a plethora of housing options and convenient public transit.