
Where it is
12240 Lake Louise Way S.E.
The renovation
This Lake Bonavista home was stripped down to its studs and fully renovated. The result is a distinguished property with timeless elegance, modern upgrades and detailed craftsmanship. The landscape has been carefully manicured and complements the east-facing front patio. French doors lead to the equally manicured backyard, which is ideal for entertaining and everyday living with its stone patio and mature trees. In addition to the oversized, heated triple detached garage/shop, there is also a second attached double garage.
What to love
Nestled on an expansive lot, there’s much to love about this home beginning with its spacious foyer. The foyer leads to a warm, sophisticated front living room with expansive windows that welcome natural light.
The heart of the home is centred around the kitchen with its custom cabinetry, granite countertops and full-service butler’s pantry. The adjacent dining room has the perfect ambiance for grand dinners, with a wood-burning fireplace and French doors leading to the backyard.
Upstairs, the primary bedroom boasts an elegant ensuite with a five-piece layout, a steam shower and a generous walk-in closet. The fully developed basement has an additional living room, a fourth bedroom, a full bathroom and a cold room.
What to consider
This home also has appealing features like upgraded electrical and plumbing, triple-pane Low-E windows and heated tiling.
The stats
2,403 square feet (full home square footage)
Four bedrooms
Four bathrooms
Wood-burning fireplace
Heated, triple detached garage/shop
Attached double garage
Listed for $1,399,000 with realtor Melissa Kost of CIR Realty.
Inside the Home

The foyer sets an elegant tone and feel right when you enter the home.

The front living room is an ideal space to entertain guests or unwind in the warm and spacious room.

With its brick-clad, wood-burning fireplace and double French doors leading outside, the dining room is set for any grand dinner.

This kitchen boasts ample storage, cooking space and high-end appliances.

If you need more cooking space, the butler’s pantry adds plenty of extra space and storage, or could even be turned into a nifty crafting room.

The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet and a full ensuite with a steam shower.

This ensuite has plenty of charm with its dual vanities, soaker tub and accent lighting.

The fully developed basement has a second living room where you can enjoy some quiet time.

Step outside and enjoy the manicured landscaping, the large, mature trees and patio seating.

For more privacy, head outside to the backyard and enjoy the peaceful layout with its concrete patio, green space, garden shed and mature trees.
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