Charming Farm in Ancaster: Step into countryside living with this exceptional 44.76-acre farm, featuring a spacious, structurally sound farmhouse with historic roots and modern upgrades. This 3,427 sq. ft. home, plus a 1,700 sq. ft. partially finished basement, offers the perfect blend of character and contemporary comfort.The original farmhouse is enhanced by a stunning rear addition, creating a spacious family room with a wood-burning stove and soaring cathedral ceilings. Overlooking this space is a large primary suite with a private en-suite bath. Throughout the home are original pine flooring, upgraded lighting, and restored architectural details that radiate warmth and history.The front sunroom is filled with natural light. The home includes 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and main-floor laundry. The kitchen features custom quartz countertops, built-in appliances, and modern lighting. The upgraded bathrooms include quartz countertops, glass-tiled showers, elegant cabinetry, and a jacuzzi tub in the upper en-suite. Maple hardwood flooring has been installed in the upper bedroom and attic.The property also includes a historic 50 x 60 ft., 3,000 sq. ft. Post & Beam Timber Frame bank barn in excellent condition, with 11 large stalls below and a hay mow/loft above. There is also a run-in shelter for horses or livestock, a detached heated 3-car garage, a large woodshed, and parking for 15 vehicles.The farm offers approximately 35 acres of open, workable farmland, with ongoing land improvement and servicing for cash crops. There are also 4 wooded acres, a small orchard with mature fruit trees, a productive vegetable and herb garden, and well-maintained landscaping.A drivable and walkable green laneway leads to a private pond and secluded meadows, creating a peaceful countryside sanctuary. Located minutes from Lynden and a short commute to Ancaster, Brantford, Dundas, Hamilton, Highway 403, Toronto, and Niagara. (id:2471)