9 COBOURG Street, Stratford

Overlooking Lake Victoria in the heart of downtown Stratford, this remarkable property sits steps from the theatres, shops, cafes and restaurants the city is celebrated for. Originally home to the renowned Rundles restaurant, the building dates to 1884 with renovations completed in 2001 by acclaimed architects Shim-Sutcliffe, drawing influence from Tadeo Ando, Carlo Scarpa and Alvar Aalto. A full conversion in 2022 brought all new electrical, plumbing, lighting and HVAC systems. A concrete ramp beneath a continuous skylight leads to the Lake Salon, a generous living and dining space with exposed trusses, steel beams, a wood burning fireplace inglenook flanked by custom fir daybeds and sweeping lake views. The kitchen features a 12 foot Corian island, custom fir cabinetry, Subzero fridge, JennAir dual fuel range, Fischer Paykel dish drawers, steam oven, wine fridge and Le Corbusier pendant fixtures, overlooking a rear courtyard garden. The second level offers a lounge with fir cabinetry, laundry with two washers and a dryer, and connects to the Garden Suite with bespoke wall coverings, coffee station, 3 piece porcelain bath and a private covered porch. The basement provides two 2 piece bathrooms, ample storage and mechanical equipment. The upper floor is reached by a custom steel and fir staircase. The main bedroom has lake views, custom carpeting and a 5 piece ensuite. The Onsen bedroom features a Japanese cedar soaking tub with lake views and cedar floors. The Garret Studio offers a kitchenette, gas fireplace, integral bed and cabinetry, 5 piece ensuite and a private roof deck, with its own York Lane access and parking. Currently operating as a boutique inn listed with Tablet Hotels and the Michelin Guide, the C3-11 zoning allows for a full range of commercial and residential uses.