$4 million Ontario home was once a country retreat for a theatre legend

A charming Ontario country house is up for sale, one that impressively blends the surrounding rural charm into a package that pulls off both rustic and modern.

“The owners were searching for a quiet retreat property in Caledon,” realtor John Dunlap told blogTO.

“A friend told them of an old log home on 45 acres located on a scenic road near Caledon East. The property had been long neglected, but the owners fell in love with the land and the old log houses on the property. The rolling hills, views to the ponds and mature trees captivated them.”

The property feels like it was pulled straight out of a dream with breathtaking views of Innis Lake Pond.

The wraparound porch and BBQ at the main house.

After the couple purchased the property, they hired architect Keith Wagland, the brilliant mind behind Toronto’s Gardiner Museum, to restore and expand both the main house and the log guest house.

One of the bedrooms with exposed wood log walls.

The result is a stunning country home that seamlessly blends rustic charm with modern comforts.

The great room.

And fun fact, it was also once a retreat for ballet star Mikhail Baryshnikov when he defected from the Soviet Union during a performance of the Bolshoi Ballet in Toronto.

A cozy family room with a fireplace.

Every corner of this property exudes charm, from the exposed beams and stone fireplaces to the inviting trails and lush open vistas.

The open concept kitchen, living and dining areas.

At the heart of the main residence is an impressive great room, where soaring beamed ceilings, exposed log walls, and a dramatic stone fireplace set the stage for cozy evenings and gatherings.

The kitchen.

The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area invites you to soak in panoramic vistas.

A bedroom with views of the trees.

The main house boasts three bedrooms and three bathrooms. They’re simple, bright and cozy.

A large bedroom with an ensuite bathroom.

For those who love the outdoors, 17350 Innis Lake Rd. is the perfect home to take it in.

The screened in porch with stone floors.

A large screened porch with stone floors and a beamed ceiling offers the perfect spot to relax and take in the serene surroundings.

The lake and property.

The property, since its sitting on a whopping 45 acres, also includes miles of groomed hiking trails, ideal for peaceful strolls, adventurous hikes, or cross-country skiing in the winter.

A view from the foyer.

And because of where it’s located in Caledon, the home is also close to golf courses, fishing spots, and skiing destinations.

The guest house.

Adding to the allure of 17350 Innis Lake Rd. is a charming one-bedroom log guest house.

The interior of the guest house.

The guest house comes complete with a bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette.

The timber frame barn.

“The couple later added an authentic timber frame barn and hosted wonderful summer barn parties with live music played in the barn loft,” said Dunlap.