Autor/In: Morin Heights, Laurentides

Perched above Morin-Heights with sweeping panoramic mountain views in the winter, this extensively upgraded Laurentian residence combines classic character with thoughtful modern improvements. South-facing and filled with natural light, it offers inviting living spaces, a private main-floor primary suite, 2 additional bedrooms, a 3-season veranda and a fully renovated garden level. Since 2022, major investments have been made to the home’s exterior, insulation, windows, roof, mechanical systems and landscaping. A private setting minutes from skiing, golf and the heart of the village.

PROPERTY

* Private, south-facing setting with panoramic views over the mountains and surrounding Laurentian landscape.

- Character home originally constructed in 1971 with an extension added in 2016.

- Extensive improvements completed by the current owners since their acquisition in 2022.

- Bright principal living areas with exposed wood beams, wood floors and a wood-burning fireplace.

- Main-floor primary suite with fireplace, 2 walk-in closets, ensuite bathroom and direct access to the 3-season veranda.

- Two additional bedrooms upstairs, each served by a full bathroom, including one ensuite.

- Bright, spacious garden level with a family room, recreation area, wood stove, and exterior access.

- Proximity to alpine and cross-country skiing, golf, cycling, parks and the village of Morin-Heights. The previous listing also identifies nearby schools and daycare services.

MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS

2022--2023

* Replacement of the older windows and secondary exterior doors in the original portion of the home with NZP triple-pane Passive House windows and doors.

- New NZP insulated steel front door.

- New asphalt-shingle roof over the entire residence, including new vents, aluminum work and eaves.

- Complete reconstruction of the masonry chimney, including liner and cap.

- New wood-burning stove.

- Installation of heat pumps providing air conditioning and more efficient heating on all floors and in all bedrooms.

- Electrical supply to the residence buried underground.

2023--2024

* Exterior refinished with Maibec siding, including trim.

- Additional insulation added to the original portions of the residence.

- Extensive renovation of the garden level, including electrical upgrades, plumbing, baseboard heaters, spray-foam insulation, new flooring and soundproofing in the original section.

- Associated structural/interior work between the garden level and main floor.

- Accessible plumbing replaced from copper to PEX during the renovations.

2024--2025

* Extensive landscaping, including grading of the property.

- Improvements to the septic field, including the addition of sand and extension of ventilation pipes.

- New water softener and water filtration system installed in 2025.

- Electrical service relocated to a post near the driveway for EV charging.