93 Gilchrist Avenue
$1,999,000
3+1 bedroom | 4 bath
Parking: 2
Property Type: Single Family 33 x 103
Property style: 2-Storey
93 Gilchrist Avenue isn't just an address; it's a masterclass in collaboration. When you bring together the architectural vision of Jacques Hamel, the interior intuition of Penny Southam, and the craftsmanship of local legends like Joe Rizk and artist Detlef Gotzens, you don't just get a house, you get a living, breathing piece of art all pulled together by renowned builder Gallivan Developments. No wonder it took 1st place in the 2007 GOHBA awards for renovation and addition, effectively doubling its size. From the moment you step into the airy, maple-lined foyer, it's clear that light was the primary guest invited to this design. The home feels drenched in it, thanks to a soaring cathedral skylight and a floating oak staircase that acts as a utilitarian sculpture at the heart of the home. It's the kind of space that makes you want to pause before you even take your coat off. The kitchen is where the "slick" meets the "soulful." Backlit translucent glass panels handcrafted by Gotzens create an intimate glow against soapstone counters and Sub-Zero refrigeration. It's a high-performance workspace. Whether you're hosting a formal dinner under the Flos chandelier or retreating to the west-facing office with its floor-to-ceiling frosted glass doors, every corner feels intentional. Upstairs, the primary suite is a sanctuary of glass and marble, complete with a private balcony for morning coffee. But perhaps the most charming "secret" is the second bedroom, a Southam designed dream of built-in nooks and window seats that would make any guest (or lucky child) feel instantly at home. Even the basement refuses to feel like an afterthought, boasting 7'8" finished ceilings (rare for the village), heated floors, and a sophisticated in-law suite that looks out over a rock garden. This isn't a home of "builder-grade" anything. It's a home of lava rock tile, stainless steel reveals, and Crestron lighting. It's sophisticated, yes, but it's also warm, functional, and deeply human!
Bedrooms: 3+1
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3+1
Year built: Full expansion and rebuild in 2004/05
Garage Parking:
Total Parking: 2
Heating: Forced Air + Radiant
Heating fuel: Natural Gas
Air conditioning: Central Air
Water: Municipal
Sewer: Sewer connected
Foundation: Concrete+ ICF
Exterior: Hardboard, EIFS
Floor coverings: Hardwood, Tile
Neighbourhood influences: Recreation Nearby, Public Transit Nearby, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Parks Nearby, Near Ottawa River
Inclusions: Stove, Microwave, Freezer, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
ROOM DIMENSIONS -
Room
Foyer
Dining Rm
Kitchen Great Rm
2pc Bath
Pantry
Primary Br
4pc Ensuite
W/W Closet
B/I Closet
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 4
4pc Bath
Laundry Rm
Recreation
4pc Bath
Exercise Rm
Level
Main
Main
Main
Main
Main
Main
2nd
2nd
2nd
2nd
2nd
2nd
2nd
2nd
2nd
Bsmt
Bsmt
Bsmt
Dimensions
6.11 m x 2.42 m (20.05 ft x 7.94 ft)
3.68 m x 3.63 m (12.07 ft x 11.91 ft)
6.05 m x 5.35 m (19.85 ft x 17.55 ft)
6.04 m x 4.15 m (19.82 ft x 13.62 ft)
2.27 m x 1.11 m (7.45 ft x 3.64 ft)
2.04 m x 3.68 m (6.69 ft x 12.07 ft)
6.29 m x 4.28 m (20.64 ft x 14.04 ft)
4.44 m x 3.9 m (14.57 ft x 12.8 ft)
4.26 m x 1.93 m (13.98 ft x 6.33 ft)
4.82 m x 2.39 m (15.81 ft x 7.84 ft)
4.26 m x 3.36 m (13.98 ft x 11.02 ft)
3.54 m x 3.32 m (11.61 ft x 10.89 ft)
3.54 m x 3.28 m (11.61 ft x 10.76 ft)
3.64 m x 2.42 m (11.94 ft x 7.94 ft)
2.17 m x 1.68 m (7.12 ft x 5.51 ft)
8.28 m x 5.85 m (27.17 ft x 19.19 ft)
3.36 m x 1.45 m (11.02 ft x 4.76 ft)
5.83 m x 4.15 m (19.13 ft x 13.62 ft)
Westboro
Westboro is a popular area for home buyers that offers residential living, including a mix of traditional and infill homes, in an increasingly upscale neighbourhood close to downtown.
Attractions range from the Ottawa River and a beach to coffee shops, restaurants, and boutique shopping, a pedestrian/cycling friendly neighbourhood, and old homes and historic sites, including the ruins of Skead’s mill. Ideal for those seeking a connected, character-filled neighbourhood close to the heart of the city.
Since the onset of its gentrification, Westboro has become home to an unusual concentration of sports and outdoors stores, including Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC), Lululemon, Bushtukah and Great Escape Outfitters. That could be because of a higher-than-normal concentration of fitness-focused residents (it’s a highly walkable community) or just because it’s conveniently close to cycling trails, Westboro Beach, and whitewater rapids in the Ottawa River.
— Information from allthingshome.ca