This masterfully restored 1870 estate sits on 5.5 private acres in the highly desirable Ancaster location of Oakhill/Clearview Estates, overlooking the Dundas Valley and the Hamilton/Toronto skylines. Timeless heritage architecture meets refined modern luxury with exceptional craftsmanship and extensive, energy-efficient upgrades, including a 3-storey elevator, renovated kitchen and bathrooms, new windows, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, generator, steel roof, insulation, and exterior stucco. The breathtaking foyer leads to an expansive main level featuring an opulent living room with a stone fireplace, private office, formal dining room, multiple washrooms, walk-in pantry, and a beautifully appointed eat-in kitchen opening to a covered stone terrace. The second level has five spacious bedrooms, including two with ensuites, a sprawling primary retreat, a laundry room, and three additional designer bathrooms. The customizable third floor is currently configured with a bedroom and open living area, with roughed-in plumbing for a kitchen and bath. A finished lower level with a separate entrance offers two additional bedrooms and in-law/ guest suite potential. Outdoors, the serene grounds feature an in-ground pool (awaiting reactivation) and a substantial detached stone garage/barn/workshop with 4 oversized spaces and parking for over a dozen vehicles. This impeccably restored estate is a rare fusion of historic grandeur, modern sophistication, and exceptional land, offering remarkable beauty, privacy, and legacy.
Fireplace insert in living room (gas, wood-burning, electric)
Central water softener
Intercom
Kitchen
Oven
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Patio
Porch
In-ground pool
Greenbelt and wooded landscaping
Hillside, hilly and open-space terrain
Shed(s) and workshop
View
Home design
Detached single-family residence
East-facing
2 stories
Parking
16 total parking spaces
4 covered spaces
Detached private garage with garage door opener
Security
Security system
Security gate
Smoke detectors
Carbon monoxide detectors
Construction
Stucco and stone exterior
Stone foundation
Metal roof
Built with partial finished basement
Utilities
Public water
Other sewer service
Sale and tax history for 353 Sulphur Springs Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TREB #X13175622
May 26, 2026
Listed
$4,199,900
TREB #X12437642
Jan 1, 2026
Delisted
—
Oct 1, 2025
Listed
$4,499,000
+44
Step into history reimagined with this breathtaking 1870 estate, meticulously restored to blend timeless heritage with modern luxury. Set on over 5.5 rolling acres in Ancaster's most coveted enclave overlooking the Dundas Valley, this home is a rare offering of elegance, craftsmanship, and comfort. Every detail has been carefully considered in the extensive restoration. Heritage features shine throughout, seamlessly complemented by modern updates: renovated kitchen and baths, new windows, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, generator, steel roof, and spray foam insulation. Fresh exterior stucco and advanced energy efficiencies ensure the home is as practical as it is beautiful. The dramatic foyer, with its lavish woodwork and sweeping staircase, makes an unforgettable first impression. The expansive living room is anchored by a towering stone fireplace, while the main floor also boasts a private office, formal dining room, two stylish washrooms, walk-in pantry, and a gourmet eat-in kitchen opening to a covered stone patio. Upstairs, accessible by both the grand staircase and a new elevator, you'll find a spacious hallway leading to five bedrooms, three baths, and a convenient laundry. Two bedrooms include ensuites, with the sprawling primary suite offering a true retreat. The third floor, also served by the elevator, is ideal for an in-law suite with rough-ins for a kitchen and bath. A finished basement with two bedrooms and its own entrance provides yet another suite opportunity. Outside, the acreage unfolds in serene privacy. A pool awaits reactivation at the back of the property, while a detached stone garage and barn/workshop offer endless possibilities for hobbies, storage, or creative ventures. This remarkable estate pairs historic character with modern convenience, all set in one of Ancaster's most desirable pockets. It is more than a home, it's a lifestyle.
TREB #X12169458
May 22, 2025
Listed
$4,499,000
TREB #X9377279
Jan 6, 2025
Delisted
—
Nov 1, 2024
Listed
$4,750,000
Nov 1, 2024
Delisted
—
Oct 2, 2024
Listed
$4,750,000
TREB #X10403805
Jan 6, 2025
Delisted
—
Oct 1, 2024
Listed
$4,750,000
TREB #X8298458
May 2, 2024
Listed
$4,999,000
TREB #X7247320
Oct 25, 2023
Listed
$4,999,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.