4688 5th Side Road

About this home

Welcome to this extraordinary custom-built Mediterranean-inspired bungalow, built in 2017, where timeless architecture and exceptional craftsmanship meet resort-style living. Offering 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, and a heated 5-bay garage, this remarkable estate is surrounded by environmentally protected farmland, providing outstanding privacy and picturesque views. Inside, brushed American walnut hardwood, Sonos whole-home audio, Hunter Douglas Wi-Fi blinds, an intercom, security system, and climate-controlled spaces showcase the home's premium quality. The chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, two oversized islands with sinks, a six-burner gas cooktop, double wall ovens, steamer, and built-in microwave. The luxurious primary suite includes a spa-inspired ensuite with an oversized shower, freestanding soaker tub, dual vanities, bidet, custom dressing room, and integrated laundry. The finished lower level offers 8-foot ceilings, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, in-floor heating, a safe room, abundant storage, and rough-ins for a future kitchen or wet bar. A private office with its own entrance is ideal for a home business, guest suite, or multigenerational living. Completed in late 2020, the resort-inspired backyard features a 20' x 40' automated saltwater pool, an impressive 600 sq. ft. pool house with lounge and 3-piece bath, custom fire pit, covered outdoor living spaces, irrigation system, heated workshop, climate-controlled storage building, additional outbuildings, and a paved driveway throughout. An on-site fuel tank adds exceptional convenience for business owners with work trucks and equipment. Ideally located just 15 minutes to Highway 400 and Tanger Outlets, 20 minutes to Barrie, and approximately 45 minutes to Pearson Airport, this one-of-a-kind estate offers luxury, privacy, and exceptional lifestyle and business potential.

Details

Type

Detached

Style

Bungalow

Age

6-15 years

Size

3500-5000 sq ft

Lot

283.21 × 462.13 ft

Basement

Finished, Full

Garage

Attached

Kitchens

1

Property tax

$11,047 (2025)

Neighbourhood

Thornton

Municipality

Essa

Price per sq ft

~$941 (80% above detached houses in Thornton, $523)

Interior

Bedrooms

3 above ground + 2 below

Bathrooms

1 × 6-piece, 1 × 4-piece, 3 × 3-piece, 4 × 2-piece

Rooms

16 above ground + 9 below

Family room or den

Yes

Fireplace

Wood

Features

Auto Garage Door Remote, Built-In Oven, Countertop Range, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Separate Heating Controls, Storage, Sump Pump, Upgraded Insulation, Water Heater Owned

Heating, cooling and services

Heating

Forced Air, Propane

Air conditioning

Central Air

Water and sewer

Septic

Building and exterior

Style

Bungalow

Exterior

Stone, Stucco (Plaster)

Roof

Asphalt Shingle

Foundation

Insulated Concrete Form

Age

6-15 years

Faces

North

Pool

Inground, Salt

Outdoor

Landscape Lighting, Landscaped, Lawn Sprinkler System, Patio, Privacy, Year Round Living, Built-In-BBQ, Lighting, Barn, Workshop, Storage, Shed, Additional Garage(s)

Parking

Garage spaces

5

Total parking

35

Driveway and parking

Private Double, Circular Drive

Lot

Size

283.21 × 462.13 ft (rectangular)

Acreage

2-4.99

More

Possession

TBD

Cross street

Between 10th Line and 11th Line- 5th Side Rd

Rooms