Nestled within the exclusive Mimico Beach Estates is this special piece of Toronto's lakeside history. 

Built in 1931 by the renowned Hayhoe family, this stately home exudes elegance and offers sweeping views of the city skyline and Lake Ontario. 

However, the history of the property goes back further than the 1930s. 

The living room. 

2639 Lake Shore Blvd. W is actually the third house to be built on this lot.

The foyer. 

The property was originally developed by James Swift in 1913, but after two devastating fires in 1922 and 1928, the lot lay vacant until Ralph Hayhoe purchased it in 1931.

The dining room. 

The Hayhoe family were devoted members of the Plymouth Brethern and the founders of Flowerdale Tea, Hayhoe Tea, and Hayhoe Flour Mills. The latter is still run by a Hayhoe descendant. 

The upstairs landing. 

Inspired by elegant French chateaux-style homes, Ralph Hayhoe built the present structure, which thankfully hasn't gone up in flames like the other two houses.

A sitting room. 

2639 Lake Shore Blvd. W remained in the Hayhoe family until 1969, when it was sold after R.J. Hayhoe's passing, marking the end of an era for the estate.

The living room has an original fireplace and hardwood floors. 

But while it might have been the end of an era, the home has thankfully retained its tons of charm and character.

A bedroom. 

It's definitely giving grandma chic, or if you prefer, timeless sophistication.  

The family room. 

As you step inside, you’re greeted by grand principal rooms and original finishes like intricate crown mouldings and hardwood floors that have stood the test of time. 

A bedroom. 

The craftsmanship in this home is undeniable, although there are definitely parts of the house that could use an upgrade or two. 

The kitchen features a Quasar microwave-convention oven, GE wall oven and cooktop, Frigidaire fridge, and a Bosch dishwasher. 

One example is the kitchen, which is very 8os and almost feels out of place in the historic home. 

The primary bathroom. 

There are also beige-on-beige bathrooms that scream early 2000s and an unfinished basement, both of which could use some TLC. 

The primary bedroom. 

But with seven bedrooms and four bathrooms, this home is spacious and has plenty of good bones to work with. 

An aerial view of 2639 Lake Shore Blvd. W

And what's more impressive than the home itself is the land it is sitting on. 

The view of Lake Ontario from the backyard. 

2369 Lake Shore Blvd. W is on a sprawling half-acre lot that backs right onto Lake Ontario.

The backyard. 

The lush, mature gardens are idyllic, but the expansive lawns mean there's ample room for future expansion, should you choose to make this lakeside retreat even grander.

The front yard. 

2639 Lake Shore Blvd. W is listed for $5,600,000, down from $6,000,000.