Arguably one of Torontos most iconic estates, this French-style château is an extraordinary expression of European grandeur on a 3.12-acre double lot in the prestigious enclave of Bayview Ridge. Designed by renowned architect Gordon Ridgely, the residence commands unobstructed western views over the Rosedale Golf Club. Beyond the stately stone gates and circular drive, manicured gardens by Ron Holbrook frame a breathtaking setting featuring a negative-edge infinity pool, a reflecting pond with a stepped waterfall, tennis court, kitchen gardens, flagstone terraces, and a stone cabana. The striking façade spans nearly 150 feet, clad in Indiana buff limestone and rubble stone with Vermont unfaded green slate shingles and lead-coated copper details. An ivy-clad turret anchors the asymmetrical design, lending the home its signature silhouette. Inside, over 15,000 square feet of living space showcases Brazilian cherry wood floors with African wenge inlay, acid-etched antique Crema Marfil marble, coffered ceilings, Indiana limestone fireplaces, and solid North American cherry doors. Six principal bedrooms and two additional suites are complemented by ten baths and warm, richly detailed interiors. The main floor features an impressive library and office with wood-burning fireplace, a grand dining room with artisan-painted walls and ceilings, a conservatory beside the spacious family room, and a sunlit morning room perfect for coffee. Three staircases, including a hidden passage, lead to the lower level with a Bordeaux-inspired wine cellar, cigar room, gym, nanny suite with two bedrooms, a full kitchen, and a large recreation space. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a six-piece spa bathroom, dual dressing rooms, gas fireplace, and sweeping views. Each bedroom enjoys an ensuite bath and sitting area, blending luxury with practicality. This remarkable estate is a once-in-a-generation offering at once grand, intimate, and built to endure.
Address
45 Bayview Ridge
List Price
$22,500,000
Property Type
Residential Freehold
Type of Dwelling
Detached
Style of Home
2-Storey
Transaction Type
Sale
Area
Toronto C12
Sub-Area
Bridle Path-Sunnybrook-York Mills
Region
Toronto
Bedrooms
6 + 2
Bathrooms
10
Floor Area
5000 + Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source
Other
Lot Depth
666.66
Lot Size Range (Acres)
2 - 4.99
Lot Size Units
Feet
Lot Width
235.07
Approx. Age
16 - 30 Years
MLS® Number
C12256564
Listing Brokerage
SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY CANADA
Basement Area
Apartment, Finished
Postal Code
M2L 1E3
Parking
Circular Drive
Parking Places (Total)
10
Tax Amount
$90,807.00
Tax Year
2025
Interior Features
None
Heat Source
Gas
Heat Type
Forced Air
Cooling Features
Central Air
Construction Materials
Stone
Direction Faces
West
Fireplace
Yes
Foundation Details
Block
Garage Type
Attached
Kitchens Total
2
Pool Features
Indoor
Roof
Unknown
Waterfront
No
Sewer
Sewer