738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

This $3.5 million Toronto house has an actual forest for a backyard

Looking for a dreamy escape that's still close enough to the heart of Toronto?

Well, 738 O'Connor Dr. is like a fairytale dream come true. 

This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home is tucked away in the Taylor Creek Ravine and can only be accessed by a private road that's shared with just one other house.

738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

A garden shed overlooking the ravine. 

It's like stepping into another world, and yet you're only 10 minutes from downtown Toronto. Yeah, it's pretty magical. 

738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

The foyer. 

The home itself is very classic and charming in style, with features like hardwood floors, fireplaces and arched doorways.

738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

The dining room. 

The main floor has all the principal rooms.

738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

The living room. 

They're spacious and bright. 

738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

The kitchen. 

The kitchen has been recently updated with Jenn-Air appliances and custom cherry wood cabinets. 

738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

The primary bedroom. 

Upstairs, you'll find the bedrooms, which are all pretty standard.738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

Another bedroom with a walk-out to the second-floor terrace. 

The second-floor outdoor terrace is a nice touch. It's the perfect spot for sipping your morning coffee while soaking in the breathtaking views of the ravine. 

738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

The basement office. 

There's more space in the renovated basement, which has a chic home office with a view of the trees, giving you somewhere to stare wistfully as you're stuck in yet another Zoom meeting. 738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

The family room. 

But the coolest feature of  738 O'Connor Dr.? No matter where you are in the house, you're just steps away from the great outdoors.

738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

The backyard. 

There are eight separate walkouts to the backyard, which features a multi-tiered backyard deck and direct access to the ravine.

738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

The patio leading to the ravine. 

So whether you're into hiking, biking, a leisurely stroll, or just want to sit on your deck and stare at trees, you've got four seasons of outdoor adventures right at your doorstep. 

738 O'Connor Drive Toronto

The back of the house. 

738 O'Connor Dr. is listed for $3,599,000.

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