307 Pine Street, Collingwood MLS® 20133593
Detail Notes
General
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Combination of original or reproduction, 12” baseboards throughout main floor
All light fixtures are antiques except pot lights through-out the home
9’ to 10’ ceilings
Beautiful, original stained glass with one new near kitchen island
Stunning original and reproduction hardwood floors including a mix of oak, maple and beech
Main floor is wired for surround sound speaker system
All but one of the windows are original and were rebuilt, rehung, and counterweights were restrung
Mechanical and Structural Details:
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Poured concrete foundation
200 amp panels (2 x 100 amp)
All new or updated wiring – all grounded
All new or updated plumbing
Combination hi-efficiency gas boiler by New York Thermal, also serves as hot water heater
All radiators have been refurbished
3 heating zones: all of main floor, solarium office, second floor. Note that basement has the
infrastructure already in place for a future heating zone
Fujitsu ductless air conditioning on third floor
Aluminum Soffits and Fascia completed in 2006
Double Brick construction in excellent condition
Roof completed in spring 2013 with 35 year Owens Corning shingles and all with eave starter, extra
(6’) of ice and water shield
Aluminum soffits and fascia in 2006
Insulation was blown into flat area of roof (minimum R40) and knee walls were also done.
Double paved driveway; single car, extra depth garage
Eco-energy audit completed
Low VOC paints used through out
Outside:
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Exception, extra wide lot measuring 89.51 feet wide by 165 feet deep
Grand covered porch
Patio and decks
Back Courtyard with covered, exterior entrance to the basement
Fully Fenced Yard
Mature trees and perennial gardens
Main Floor Rooms
Entry
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Stunning, stained glass entry door
Vestibule entry with oversized 40” door
6’ hallway, preserved original oak floor in the entryway
Beamed ceiling
Restored lathe and plaster walls
Parlour/Family Room
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Classic, colonnade entry
Gas fireplace with original glass tile hearth
Wood floors
Unique curved, architectural ceiling detail
Living Room:
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13’ x 18’
Norwegian crafted, super high-efficiency, Jotul wood fireplace insert, hand-crafted mantle and
original brick hearth
10’ beamed ceiling
Original, glass paned pocket doors
Glass paned window with stain glass and two additional original stained glass side windows
Much of the trim work in this room is original and provided the inspiration for any reproduction
trim work in other areas of the home
4 antique wall sconces
Beautiful wood floors in a herringbone pattern
Dining Room:
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11’4 x 12’10
13’ x 16’
Stunning, antique, Maria Theresa Chandelier
Tall wainscotting
Large crown moulding
Trim replicated to match old
Single hung windows rebuilt and restrung with original ropes and weights
Herringboned flooring as per original – maple
Open Concept to kitchen and living area
Custom island
Wall sconces that are original to the home
Kitchen:
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11’6 x 18’
Timeless, custom, face-framed, painted maple cabinetry by McKee kitchens
Full height cabinets with soft closing drawers, timeless “vanilla” paint colour
Oil-rubbed, bronze hardware
Caesarstone counter with featuring double ogee profile edge
Under cabinet lighting with 2 settings (high and low)
Wood tongue and groove backsplash
Grohe, low-flow tap and pull-out sprayer
Maple flooring
Laundry Room / Pantry
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Appliances: Whirlpool Washer/Dryer
Built-in cabinetry and raised countertop
Oak floors
Office:
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13’5 x 12’
Suitable for year round use
Heated tile floors and electric heater
Tongue and groove, painted wood ceiling
Solarium:
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12’5 x 12’6
Hot tub (cover included in “as is” condition)
Heated, tile floors
View over private, treed yard
vented
Powder Room
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6’3 x 11’7
Modern wallpaper
Dual flush Toto toilet
Kohler sink
2nd Floor Rooms
Master Bedroom
14’ x 21’1
 Wood-burning fireplace
 Walk-in closet ready for personal customization
 hardwood
 3 pc. Ensuite featuring frameless glass corner shower with dual shower heads, heated limestone
floors, custom cabinetry, Caesarstone counter and crown moulding detail
 Grohe fixtures
Bedroom
13’9 x 12’9
 Closets with lighting and built-in shelves
 Wood floors
 All bedrooms have large crown moulding and tall baseboards
 9’ ceiling
Bedroom
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11’6 x 11’7
Same features as above and includes a wonderful secondary room - 12’6 x 6’8 with wood ceiling
Main Bathroom:
 4 piece
 Heated tile floor
3rd Floor Rooms
Bonus room –
18`6 x 18`9
 new broadloom
 original restored wood railings
 3 skylights
Bedroom
 New broadloom
 Large, open closet
 Dormer windows
9’6 x 21’
Basement:
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Full height (at 7’), windows – natural light
Concrete slab floor
Ski storage, potential wine room
Exercise room, playroom, ample storage
Has been very dry, finishable
Inclusions
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Alarm system (services not included)
LG French door fridge, LG 5 burner, gas stove stove, LG dishwasher, built-in Microwave, Whirlpool
front load washer, Whirlpool dryer
All light fixtures
All window coverings
Fujitsu ductless A/C
Central Vac and attachments
Garage door opener
Utility Costs
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Electric:
$2,085.00 For 2012 = $173.75 per month on average
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Gas:
$1390.00 For 2012 = $115.00 per month on average.
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Taxes:
$5,945.03 (2013)
Heritage
Do you ever wish the earth could speak? It can be fascinating to imagine the lives of the people who were
attached to the land over the last 146 years.
The following is an excerpt from Collingwood’s Heritage Conservation District Plan:
“Collingwood owes its existence to the arrival on January 1, 1855, of the Ontario, Simcoe & Huron
Union Railroad, later known as the Northern Railway, connecting Toronto, through the Barrie area,
to the harbour on Georgian Bay. The railway transformed the area from a roadless “impenetrable
mass of cedar swamp” into an incorporated Town in 1858.”
Records show that the first registration of the land that took place was to Benjamin W Smith who was the
Sheriff of Simcoe county at the time.
“The port quickly developed and other railways like the Hamilton & North Western constructed lines into
Collingwood in the late 1870s. The growing population eagerly pursued the opportunities offered by this transportation
terminal. Milling, fishing, lumbering, grain handling, and boat building became important industries. A large
mercantile business sector developed. As Collingwood prospered between about 1870 and 1910, the wealthier citizens
built impressive dwellings.”
It was during this time that the house was built and an old map from 1904 shows the house already in
existence. It was quite likely built during the ownership of Alexander Buist who was one of the first settlers
in the town.
According to the 2008 Jubilee History:
“In 1854 the Town was given its name of Collingwood, after the famous English Admiral, the
christening being performed by Sheriff Smith and F. W. Cumberland. The occasion passed off
with great éclat, what was then considered a great crowd assembling, and a champagne lunch
being added to the glories of the event, so that the extraordinary spectacle of railroad laborers
filled with the most expensive of wines was witnessed.”
The first settlers who actually took up residence in Collingwood were Messrs., A. Melville and
Alex. Buist, who was elected as a town councillor in 1875.”
Subsequent registry records show that the home was also once owned by Kaufman Furniture amongst other
Collingwood notables.
(Attach Margie Mooys title search)
Heritage Policies
While the property is not located in the Heritage District, it is located in an area where a number of homes
are designated and as such, any major alterations outside may be subject to a Heritage Impact Assessment to
ensure they are in keeping with the adjacent heritage character. There is an opportunity for new owners to
apply for a Heritage designation for this home and enjoy tax benefits as a result. The following document
outlines how you go about doing so with the Town of Collingwood.
Town of Collingwood
Thinking of Designating your Heritage Building?
Here are the steps to follow:
1. Letter from owner to Town of Collingwood Heritage Committee via Building Department (55 Ste.
Marie St., Unit 301, Collingwood, ON L9Y 0W6) requesting consideration for designation,
including photos and brief history of the house.
2. If Heritage Committee accepts the request, our Heritage Consultant Su Murdoch will be
contacted to prepare a report.
3. If the report supports designation it will be forwarded to Town Council with the Heritage
Committee’s recommendation to proceed.
4. Town Staff process the designation ensuring all regulations of the Ontario Heritage Act are met.
5. Designation is registered on the legal title of the property.
6. Owner will receive a copy of the Heritage Report.
7. Presentation at Town Council of plaque to be displayed on the building.
What does owning a designated building really mean?
 Exterior of buildings only designated, no heritage permits required for interior work however
regular building permits maybe required.
 Any Exterior work such as painting, windows, doors & re-roofing would require a Town of
Collingwood “no cost” heritage permit.
 Any building permits or planning applications for neighbouring properties would be reviewed for
possible negative impact on the designated property.
 Designations stay on the property even after you sell it.
 Opportunity to receive financial incentives from the Town of Collingwood
Incentives offered by the Town of Collingwood:
1. Heritage grants available annually from the Town of Collingwood for repair & restoration of
heritage features up to $3,000.00.
2. Heritage Tax Relief By-law approved by Town Council on February 8, 2010
 Allows owners of “significant” heritage buildings to apply for a 10% refund of their municipal
tax & education tax.
 Possibility of Simcoe County also participating
 Fill out an application form with $50.00 one-time fee (per property).
 Applications accepted through the Building Department until June 15th, 2010 (future years
March 15th).
 A site inspection will be arranged to establish a work plan. Annual inspections in
subsequent years.
 Heritage Preservation & Maintenance Agreement between Town & owner
 Taxes paid in full & work (if required) for year one complete, cheque issued for refund.
Further information or questions: Cathy de Ruiter (705) 445-1030 ex. 3243 or Ron Martin ex. 3235
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