Inside the home
This is a 1925 century home on one of Brantford's most established streets, and it reads like one. The main floor has the kind of original detail — herringbone hardwood, a coffered dining room ceiling, arched plaster mouldings, leaded casement windows — that simply does not get built anymore. The formal rooms are large and well-preserved. The main kitchen has been updated with white cabinetry, a copper farmhouse sink, gas cooktop island, and double wall ovens. The basement has its own kitchen, living area, and separate walk-up entrance, which gives real flexibility for extended family or rental use. The third floor adds two more bedrooms and a skylighted loft with original pine floors. Outdoors, the 20x40 in-ground pool with a 2025 liner is the centrepiece of a private, brick-walled rear yard that also has a hot tub and stone patio. The bathrooms and some upper-floor rooms are dated and will need attention. Budget accordingly — this is a property with significant character and equally significant upkeep.
- Exceptional original millwork — herringbone hardwood, coffered dining ceiling, arched plaster mouldings
- Grand room proportions throughout main floor
- In-ground pool with new 2025 liner
- Two full kitchens enabling in-law or multi-generational use
- Separate walk-up basement entrance
- Detached double-car garage
- Third-floor loft with skylights and original pine floors
- Mature private lot with brick wall perimeter
GRAND SCALE & TIMELESS SOUL: ICONIC HOLMEDALE ESTATE W/ SALTWATER POOL. Nestled along the picturesque, tree-lined canopy of Dufferin Avenue—a storied street renowned for its charm and frequent appearances in major television productions—sits 122 Dufferin Avenue, a distinguished century home in Brantford’s coveted Holmedale neighbourhood. Poised on an exceptional .25-acre lot, a rare and generous footprint for the area, this architectural masterpiece immediately captivates with its timeless curb appeal, slate roof, and classic brick garden wall that frames the estate. Step inside through the grand foyer to discover over 5,500sqft of finished living space where historic grandeur seamlessly meets modern luxury. The home unfolds with soaring ceilings, oversized sun-drenched windows, intricate millwork, vibrant stained glass accents, and striking 5-inch hand-scraped herringbone hardwood flooring throughout. With 7 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and 2 full kitchens, the floor plan offers an extraordinary balance of grand scale and inviting warmth. Ascend to the charming, fully finished 3rd-floor loft for an inspiring studio, office, or entertainment retreat, while a beautifully appointed in-law suite with a walk-up entrance provides seamless multi-generational living or guest accommodations. The story continues outdoors in a private backyard sanctuary enclosed by mature landscaping and classic brick walls. Spend sun-soaked summer afternoons lounging beside the 20'x40' heated in-ground saltwater pool (liner 2025 & winter cover), unwind under the stars in the hot tub, or sip morning coffee from the charming upper terrace overlooking the manicured grounds. Complete with a detached double-car garage, ductless AC, and an updated boiler, this home leaves nothing to be desired. Perfectly situated just moments from scenic Grand River trails, parks, and schools, this is a rare opportunity to write your next chapter in one of Brantford’s most iconic, character-filled residences.
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