Your updated cottage in the city - With a view to Toronto! Discover the charm of cottage living right in the city! Tucked away on an extraordinary 66' x 166' lot, this enchanting 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers historic character, beautiful gardens and a surprising view toward the Toronto skyline. Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to downsize or dreaming of a private cottage retreat without giving up urban convenience, this one-of-a-kind property is sure to capture your imagination. Originally built in 1851 as the Locktender's Cottage, this remarkable home blends the romance of another era with thoughtful updates for modern living. City-designated for its historical significance, it showcases beautiful red Grimsby sandstone masonry, limestone corner quoins and original stone lintels and sills. Inside, approximately 1,261 sq. ft. of inviting living space offers a versatile layout. The main floor features a primary bedroom, 3-piece bath and welcoming living room with a charming secret entrance to the basement. Upstairs, a spacious loft, second bedroom and 3-piece bath create a cozy private retreat.The bright, conservatory-inspired kitchen addition is a standout, overlooking the gardens and warmed by a gas fireplace. It's the perfect spot for morning coffee, relaxed dinners or gathering with friends. Open the doors and let the outdoors become an extension of your living space. The true magic continues outside. Set on a 166-foot-deep lot, the property features mature gardens, a charming gazebo and plenty of space to unwind, entertain or indulge your green thumb. Picture yourself enjoying a quiet morning surrounded by greenery, relaxing in a Muskoka chair on a summer afternoon or spending peaceful evenings outdoors as the seasons change.
Property Type:
Residential Freehold
Property Sub Type:
Semi-Detached
Home Style:
1 1/2 Storey
Approx. Age:
100+
Total Approx Floor Area:
1100-1500
Lot Depth:
166'50.6 m
Lot Frontage:
66'20.1 m
Lot Shape:
Irregular
Direction Faces:
South
Bedrooms:
2
Bathrooms:
2.0
Water supply:
Municipal
Kitchens:
1
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Kitchens Above Grade:
1
Rooms Above Grade:
7
Zoning:
G1, R1
Heating type:
Forced Air
Heating Fuel:
Gas
Fireplaces:
1
Foundation:
Block, Stone
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Basement:
Full, Unfinished
Fireplace Features:
Natural Gas
Fireplace/Stove:
Yes
Garage:
None
Garage Spaces:
0.0
Other Structures:
Gazebo
Parking Features:
Private Double
Parking Spaces:
3
Total Parking Spaces:
3.0
Family Room:
No
Pool:
None
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included In
Taxes:
$3,313 /
2026
Assessment:
$- /
-
Niagara
St. Catharines
460 - Burleigh Hill
Clear View, Park, Place Of Worship, Public Transit
Carpet Free, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Water Heater Owned, Water Meter
Data was last updated October 16, 2026 at 05:15 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
37
Avg list price:
$519,000
Min list price:
$399,000
Max list price:
$1,998,000
Avg days on market:
38
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
701
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