The Asa Wolverton House

Restored Estate in "Canada's Prettiest Little Town", Paris Ontario. Currently running as a Bed and Breakfast and Tea Room.

Riverfront Estate in “Canada’s Prettiest Little Town”, Paris. Lovingly restored with attention to every detail, this special property is to be appreciated. 4,766 sq. ft. over 3 stories, more than an acre of land and 186’ of Grand River frontage. Built by one of the earliest settlers in the area, The Asa Wolverton House was built in 1851. With Greek Revival Architecture the façade’s pillars and balcony has impressive curb appeal. The main house features large formal rooms, central staircase, wide halls, 3-season veranda and 4 original fireplaces. The adjoining carriage house has been renovated into a modern guest suite with a kitchenette, separate entrance and lower level family room; both spaces feature electric fireplace inserts with historic mantels. The 3 level barn consists of a storage loft, 2+ car garage and wood-working shop equipped with a service elevator. The property has cobblestone garden walls and cobblestone smokehouse, beautiful gardens, stairs to the river edge and heated fishing cabin. All overlooking the amazing forest and river; wildlife sightings are common including, water birds, eagles, deer, fox and beaver. Walking distance to downtown with an abundance of shops and restaurants.

Bed and Breakfast, Tea Room. This property has more potential, much of the house is being used by the Owners, also there is an additional 2,400 sq. ft. that could be converted into income generating space. The area has quite a bit of future development planned, including the restoration of a near-by historical building into a library/conference space/concert hall.

Retirement.