4 O’Donnell Court

A Turn-of-the-Century Home, Thoughtfully Preserved and Beautifully Updated

Set on a sprawling, fully fenced lot, this red brick home—built in 1908—offers a rare blend of preserved architectural character and carefully integrated modern updates. Rich in history and craftsmanship, the home has been meticulously maintained to honour its origins while supporting a comfortable, contemporary lifestyle.

A welcoming front porch, restored with traditional detailing and a classic blue ceiling inspired by early 1900s design, sets the tone for what lies within. Inside, original wide plank pine floors, high baseboards, detailed window casings, and preserved interior doors speak to the home’s enduring quality. The original staircase and a heritage light fixture at its landing further highlight its authenticity.

The main living area is warm and inviting, anchored by a wood stove and filled with natural light. At the heart of the home, the kitchen has been beautifully updated with quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, and excellent storage—while thoughtfully incorporating period-inspired elements. William Morris “Lemon Tree” wallpaper, rooted in the Arts & Crafts movement, and unlacquered brass hardware that develops a natural patina over time, create a space that feels both timeless and functional. The adjoining eating area is wrapped in windows, with a patio door opening to the side deck and expansive yard beyond.

To the rear, a family room with an exposed brick wall adds character, leading to a practical mudroom with laundry and a charming three-piece bath. From here, there is direct access to the yard and detached garage.

Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations, complemented by a four-piece bathroom. A separate loft space, accessed from the mudroom, provides flexibility for a home office, gym, or lounge—an adaptable area suited to a variety of needs.
The basement remains unfinished, offering excellent storage potential.

GROUNDS AND EXTERIOR:
The outdoor setting is equally compelling, featuring an expansive composite deck that opens onto the fully fenced, private and beautifully treed yard—ideal for outdoor living, gardening, or play. The oversized detached garage offers ample storage or workshop space, with the potential for future use. A long driveway conveniently extends through double gates directly to the garage.

A HOME WITH HISTORY: O’Donnell Court is named after the family who originally owned the surrounding land and built this home, grounding the property in local history. During renovations, a portion of the original kitchen flooring was uncovered and preserved, with a small section framed as a keepsake—offering a tangible connection to the home’s early years.

KEY HERITAGE FEATURES:

• Original hardwood and wide plank pine flooring
• Original staircase, interior doors, and hardware
• Heritage light fixture at staircase landing
• Restored front porch with traditional detailing including decking and posts, and “haint blue” ceiling inspired by Victorian design
• William Morris “Lemon Tree” wallpaper (19^th century Arts & Crafts inspired). Morris’ botanical designs celebrated nature, craftsmanship, and timeless design—values that align beautifully with the character of this 1908 home.
• Unlacquered (“living”) brass hardware in kitchen
• Since connecting to city water in 2025, the well on the property serves as a convenient water source for the gardens
• Preserved section of original kitchen flooring
• Repurposed an old piece railway track discovered on the property as a landscape feature

HOME IMPROVEMENTS:

2025: 

• Pumping of septic tank
• Connection to city water, removal of water softener system

2024: 

• New kitchen installed
• Large front porch repair
• New woodburning stove
• New pass-through linking
  kitchen and living space

2022:  New main floor bathroom

2021: 

• New composite deck
• New double-wide gate
• Window frames painted

2020: 

• New driveway from fence to garage
• Window to patio door conversion
• New eavestrough and downspouts
• HWT (approx. age—rented)

Updates completed by previous owners:

2020:  Replaced Attic Insulation
2011:  Furnace, AC (lifetime warranty on compressor and heat exchanger)
2010: Garage rebuilt
2001: Septic