21 Laurier Avenue, Toronto

Step into a piece of Cabbage-town history, beautifully reimagined formodern living. This Heritage-designated Victorian end unit is a rarefind - flooded with extra north-side light and treated to views mosthomes on the street simply don't get. Out back, a private gardenretreat awaits, made for long summer evenings with friends.Inside, gracious principal rooms unfold with the elegance only centuryhomes offer, leading to a kitchen that's equal parts function andcharm: a cozy eat-in bench nook, a bar sink tucked into customcabinetry, and an original tin ceiling overhead. Character lives inevery corner - stained glass catching the afternoon sun, ornate ceilingmedallions, deep original baseboards, and true Victorian doors and trimthroughout. On cooler nights, take your pick of two gas fireplaces tocurl up beside.Upstairs, an oversized second-floor bathroom and a laundry room withits own coffee counter add everyday indulgence, while a privatebalconette offers a quiet perch above it all. The third floor is aretreat unto itself: a spacious primary bedroom with vaulted ceilingsand a spa-like ensuite with wall to wall built in closets and drawers.But save your breath for the rooftop deck - accessed through Frenchdoors, it's a private escape is like a being in a tree house, the kindof view you'll never get tired of.