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Casa Loma
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Casa Loma, South Hill
This is a district of abundant greenery, broad streets and grand ambitions, where the most fortunate residents look out their windows onto the Nordheimer Ravine, which connects to Sir Winston Churchill Park. Buildings here are either spectacularly public or intensely private. Casa Loma itself is, of course, public—a flamboyant folly that Toronto has never made up its mind about: should we be proud or disdainful of such madness? Private is defined by the gorgeous houses on Austin Terrace, so secluded it feels like a gated community. The old Toronto neighbourhood of South Hill now sits within Casa Loma’s expanded boundaries. It begins with a magnificent view, many properties looking south from the crest of Avenue Road. Those lucky enough to live in the wondrously detailed Clarendon apartments and the Benvenuto (a modernist accomplishment left by star 1950s architect Peter Dickinson) have an unparalleled view. Those living at ground level in single-dwelling houses also overlook the city.
Nearby Restaurants
Mashu Mashu Mediterranean Grill
Bright original art on the walls, cinnamon wood tones and a world music soundtrack set ... (0.56 km away)
David’s By Day/Buzz By Night
Morning and noontime see the dining room packed and the sunny patio hopping with locals, ... (0.62 km away)
Sushi Lovers
A few low stools indoors and plastic chairs on the patio provide minimal decor. Fancy ... (0.62 km away)
Hope Street Café
This cozy neighbourhood grill is famous for baby back ribs with hickory barbecue sauce, but ... (0.65 km away)
Corner House
A romantic evening in this rambling old house is an anachronism nowadays, when raucous restaurants ... (0.66 km away)
Village Restaurant
The more Forest Hill Village changes, the more this family-run diner stays the same. With ... (0.67 km away)
Sotto in the Village
When they can’t score a table at the downtown location, devotees head to Sotto’s sister ... (0.67 km away)
Nearby Shopping and Services
Casa Loma
With its towers, turrets and 98 rooms, the E. J. Lennox–designed castle is the perfect setting ... (0.50 km away)
Vila Ventura
A carnival of chic Brazilian, Spanish and little-known Canadian labels fills this Forest Hill boutique, ... (0.56 km away)
Word of Mouth
Despite the small size of this foodie favourite, the selection is surprisingly broad, with a ... (0.58 km away)
Spadina Museum
Built in 1866 for financier James Austen and improved throughout the Edwardian era, this city-owned ... (0.60 km away)
Track Fitness
Back in the 1940s, this Forest Hill studio was probably someone’s apartment: the feeling is ... (0.64 km away)
Kitsch Boutique
The three floors of this label-lover’s dream hold an impressive selection of trendy pieces often ... (0.66 km away)
Forest Hill Spa
There are swankier spots in town, but for exceptional facials that will leave your skin ... (0.70 km away)
Commuting
- King and Bay:
- 4.5 km
- 401 and 400:
- 9.5 km
- Gardiner and 427:
- 13.6 km
- Subways:
- St. Clair West Station 0.7 km
- Dupont Station 0.9 km
- St. Clair Station 1.4 km
Commuting and subway distances measured from neighbourhood centre.
Neighbourhood Data
- Average 2006 sale price:
- $875,000
- Property crime:
- Low
- Crime against people:
- Low
Real estate sales information provided by Ternet and its suppliers, who are not responsible for its accuracy. Crime based on Toronto Police Services 2006 statistical report.
