354 College St

Main-floor living, a private garden retreat & a separate, detached studio, just blocks from downtown Cobourg, waterfront trails and the beach! The Hough House, c.1867, pairs historic character with thoughtful updates, offering 5 bedrooms & 3 baths with flexibility for family, guests & working from home. The main-floor primary suite features dual walk-in closets with custom built-ins, dedicated 2-in-1 laundry machine & a luxury 3pc ensuite with heated floors, glass shower and custom storage. Direct access to a secluded hot tub deck from the primary creates a quiet place to unwind. At the heart of the home, the custom eat-in kitchen combines premium appliances, quartz counters, a generous centre island, built-in pantry & gas fireplace with views of the private courtyard as well as a walkout to the back yard. A formal dining room & formal living room combination form inviting spaces to gather, while the main floor family room is the perfect place to retreat. A south facing mudroom entry offers heated herringbone tile, built in fridge & impressive custom storage. Upstairs, four bedrooms with custom closets, an additional stackable laundry area & a beautifully finished 5pc bath with curbless shower, marble-topped vanity, toe-kick lighting & reeded soaker tub accommodate family & overnight guests. Outside, the south-facing courtyard is ready for dining & entertaining with a built-in gas BBQ & integrated speakers. Perennial gardens, flagstone paths & landscape lighting extend the experience into the private backyard. A detached approx. 492 sq. ft. studio/workshop, equipped with a heat pump, electric heat & wood stove, offers space for creative work, hobbies or an office separate from the house. Capital improvements include windows, doors, plumbing, electrical, insulation, roofing, decking & lighting. A distinctive combination of downtown convenience, main-floor comfort & space to make your own.