SOLD Gilmour Church - $329,000
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Address: 20 Smith Road, Gilmour, ON
MLS: 40116804
Asking: $329,000
Situated on a quiet hill close to a library and a community centre, the former Gilmour United Church was built in 1952 and decommissioned in 1978. The current owner purchased it in 1982 and has used it since for a residence and music retreat. Features include poured concrete foundation walls, a finished basement with 8 foot ceilings, heavy floor joists designed to support large crowds, 13 foot ceilings on the main floor, original lighting fixtures, and maple woodwork throughout. A loft overlooking the main floor leads to a bedroom in the belfry. The bell in the tower was made by Henry McShane of Baltimore, Maryland, in 1884. It is 32 inches in diameter, weighs over 700 pounds and still operates beautifully.
The large open concept design preserves the charm of the old church. Original gothic windows are balanced with large picture windows that bring light and outside views in. A tall screened-in gazebo with a cathedral roof is set off against a spacious deck with stairs leading to the garden. This property is a mix of mature maple trees, lilacs and large, open grassy areas with plenty of sunlight for a large vegetable garden.
It is close to McGeachie Conservation Area on Steenburg Lake with hiking trails that become groomed cross-country ski trails in the winter. Public swimming can be found on Steenburg Lake and Wadsworth Lake, both just minutes away. Quiet paved roads for cycling are nearby as well as easy access to the Hastings Heritage Trail.
