The history of Guildwood revolves around The Guild Inn which was founded in 1932 by Rosa and Spencer Clark as a retreat for artists and craftsmen. "The Guild of All Arts," as it was then known featured workshops and studios, in a picturesque setting atop the Scarborough Bluffs.
During World War II, The Guild Inn was used as an official naval base called "HMCS Bytown II, and then later as a specialized military hospital known as "Scarborough Hall." After the war, The Guild Inn was returned to the Clarks and its popularity rose to new heights.
In the 1950's rising taxes forced the Clarks to sell 400 acres of their property to the developers who built the present day Guildwood neighbourhood. In 1978 the Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority purchased the remainder of the Guild Inn estate, thus preserving its beauty for future generations to explore and enjoy.
Overview
Guildwood is one of Toronto's most beautiful and exclusive neighbourhoods. The main entrance to the Guildwood neighbourhood is marked by a formal stone pillar and cast iron gateway, situated at Kingston Road and Guildwood Parkway.
The major landmark in this neighbourhood is the historic Guild Inn, located at 201 Guildwood Parkway. The Guild Inn is situated on ninety acres of property overlooking the Scarborough Bluffs. Tourists and local residents come to the Guild Inn to enjoy its historic architectural walking tour and rustic woodland nature trail.
Guildwood has an active community association that produces its own newsletter as well as sponsoring various neighbourhood events. One of these events is Guildwood Day, which is held in June and features a pancake breakfast, games, races, crafts, a parade along Guildwood Parkway and an evening barbeque.
Guildwood Homes
Guildwood Village features an excellent mix of houses, including bungalows, split-level and detached two-storey homes built in the 1950's and 60's, and newer custom designed homes . Many Guildwood Village houses feature front porches that look out onto the tree-lined streets and lush gardens that are trademarks of this neighbourhood. Also noteworthy are the many houses situated on the south side of Guildwood Parkway that command a spectacular view of Lake Ontario.
When Guildwood Village was developed a bylaw was in place stipulating that tall tress were not permitted to be removed from properties. So while the housing stock generally dates from 45-60 years old, many of the trees in the neighbourhood are much older, which accounts for the picturesque beautiful tree canopy found throughout the neighbourhood.
The stretch of Guildwood Parkway west of Livingston Road contains a mix of townhouses, multi-plex dwellings, and low-rise apartment buildings. There is also a luxury condominium apartment building just south of Kingston Road, at the entrance gates to this neighbourhood.
MLS®#:E4606729 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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1500-2000 Sq Ft
Corner Lot, Brick Bungalow Located In Highly Sought After Guildwood Community. Beautiful And Spacious 3 +1 Bdrm, Hardwood Through Out, Crown Molding, Freshly Painted, New Light Fixtures. Walk Out To Side Deck From Dining Room. Massive Backyard With Pool, Cabana And Top Notch Landscaping. Perfect For Entertaining Guests. Separate Back Entrance With ....More details
MLS®#:E4607601 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Area:
2000-2500 Sq Ft
Welcome Home! Fantastic 5 Bedroom Detached House Awaiting Your Personal Touches In Sought After Guildwood Neighbourhood. Cozy Family Rm W/ Fireplace & Bright Eat-In Kitchen Leads Out To A Balcony Overlooking A Beautiful Fenced-In Backyard. Spacious Master Bdrm Contains Ensuite & Walk-In Closet. Finished Bsmt Incl. Second Kitchen W/ W/O To Private D....More details
MLS®#:E4360834 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:Guildwood - Toronto
* Rare Buying Retail Property Opportunity * In Mature Neighbourhood Of Guildwood * Corner Unit With 12 Parking Spots * With Side Yard * N.C Zoning For Restaurant, Retail And More * Beside School * Surrounded By Newly Renovated Houses *
MLS®#:E4596503 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Executive Home In Sought After Area Of Guildwood Village! Steps From Lake Ontario. This 3Br, 2Bath, Is A Retreat From The Modern World. 2-Storey Foyer W/ Towering Stone Wall. Open Concept For Flexible Living. Modern Kitchen Cabinets, Granite Counter Tops, Custom Bcksplsh, S/S Appl, B/I's To Please. Crown Moulding/Led Pot-Lights T/Out. Lrg Mstr Bdr ....More details
MLS®#:E4592464 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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An Immaculate Waterfront Home On The Toronto Bluffs (Backing Onto Lake Ontario). This Breathtaking Renovated 3+1 Bdrm Bungalow Is A Paradise. Pot Lights, Hardwood Floors Throughout, Open Concept Kitchen Combined With Dining Room That Walks Out To The Bluffs. View From Almost Every Room. Backyard With Deck And Glass Railings At The Water Edge.
MLS®#:E4601915 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Attention Builders, Renovators, Diyers!!! Extremely Solid Bungalow On Huge Lot 60 By 318!!! Massive Potential To Build Up Or Tear Down And Build Your Dream Home!! Lath And Plaster Throughout With Steel Roller Blinds!! One Bedroom And Second Kitchen In Basement Nanny Suite!! Plus Separate Entrance!! Detached Heated Garage!! City Property To The West....More details
MLS®#:E4550200 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Area:
1800-1999 Sq Ft
Location! Location! Location! Bright And Spacious 3 Bedroom Semi-Detached In The 'Classic Of Guildwood'. About 2000 Sqft. Soaring High Ceiling (2nd Level), Updated Kitchen And Washrooms With Quartz Countertops, Freshly Painted Through Out House. Ground Level; Access To Garage, Finished For Rec Area Or Office With W/O Private Backyard. Just Minutes ....More details
MLS®#:E4570066 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Area:
2500-3000 Sq Ft
Over 3500 Sq Ft Living Area In A Beautiful Home In The Guildwood Area With Walking Distance To The Lake . 4 Bedrooms With 3 Washrooms. Skylight And Huge Backyard With Swimming Pool. Lot Size Is 68 Feet By 119 Feet. Walking Distance To School, Bus Stop & 10 Minute Drive To U Of T & Centennial College. Large Master Bedroom With Big Closet Space And ....More details
MLS®#:E4603767 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Area:
1500-2000 Sq Ft
Fantastic Opportunity To Own This Large Lot And Immaculately Kept Home.Backing Onto Scarborough Golf Club!! 3 Bedrooms + Extra Bedroom In Basement. Separate Entrance.Double Car Garage. Gorgeous Perennial Gardens, Including Many Different Types Of Fruit Trees( Raspberry, Red Currant, Etc). Spot Deer In Your Backyard.Truly A Unique Property & Very We....More details
MLS®#:E4582549 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Area:
1000-1199 Sq Ft
Highly Sought After Guildwood Building. Beautiful 1071 Sq Ft 2 Bed, 2 Bath W/ Stunning South East Lake Views. Large Master W/ 3 Piece Ensuite & Double Mirror Closets. Laundry & Large Pantry/Storage Rooms. Very Clean, Well Maintained Unit And Building. , Tiling Throughout & Breakfast Bar. Recently Upgraded Hvac Actuator & Thermostat. 1 Parking Spot.....More details
MLS®#:E4608154 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Absolutely Spectacular Move Right In And Put Your Feet Up Home! 3+1 Bedrooms, 2 Kitchens, Side Entrance And A Backyard Oasis That You Dream Of! This Home Has Been Renovated Top To Bottom And Is In Immaculate Condition. Fantastic Newer Kitchen W/Pantry, Marble Backsplash. Hardwood Floors Thru-Out The Main Floor. Bright And Spacious Living And Dining....More details
MLS®#:E4558756 Status:Sale Pending Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Rare Opportunity! Wonderful Bungalow Backing To The Pathway Of Guildwood Village Park. Lovingly Cared For & Updated Incl. A Full Basement Reno W/Huge Rec Room, Roof (2017) & Patio (2015). The Layout Has Been Partially Opened While Preserving Touches Like The Handcrafted Plaster Ceiling In The Living/Dining Room & The French Door To The Lower Level.....More details
MLS®#:E4575699 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Area:
1000-1199 Sq Ft
Newly Up Graded Kitchen Backsplash, New Laminated Flooring In Both Bedroom And Professional Painted This Month Open Concept 2 Bedroom & 2 Bath Bright & Spacious Unit With Fabulous Floor To Ceiling Windows, Convenient Ensuite Laundry. Gym, Indoor Pool, Sauna, Party Room, Security. Guildwood Go Station Nearby. Steps To Conservation Area Trails, Minut....More details
MLS®#:E4599710 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Wow! Attention First Time Buyers, Renovators And Investors. Situated In Desirable Guildwood On A Beautifully Manicured Lot, This Charming 3 Bdrm, 3 Level Back Split Features Spacious Rooms, Large Eat In Kitchen, Finished Basement With English Style Pub Bar And Stunning Curb Appeal. Close To Shops, Schools, Parks And Transit. Truly An Amazing Opport....More details
MLS®#:E4608160 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Beautiful Home On Quiet Guildwood Street! This Stunning Home Features Open Concept Flr Plan With Modern Reno'd Kitchen, Built-In S/S Appliances & Huge Centre Island, Reno'd Baths, 3 + 1 Spacious Bedrooms, Hardwood Floors & Separate Side Entrance To Basement! Basement Offers 3Pc Bath, Kitchenette, Bdrm Can Be Used As Recrm & Storage Area! Spacious ....More details
MLS®#:E4555490 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Wonderful, Well Cared Home On Beautiful 60\' X 159\' Mature Lot In Exclusive Hill Cres Area! 3 Spacious Bdrms With Hardwood Flrs, Newly Renovated Kitchen With Granite Counter, Stainless Steel Appliances, Newly Done Basement, Newer Hi-Efficinecy Gas Furnace, New Shingles 2015, Newer Custom Tilt Windows! Steps To Ttc, Go, Shopping, Schools And Parks!
MLS®#:E4491506 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Attention All Builders Or Investors This Property Is An Opportunity For Builders. Double Wide Lot 70 Feet Wide- Renovate Existing Home And Build Next Door Or Take Down Existing Home And Build Town Homes .{ Please Present All Offers For Sellers Review } Seller Will Concider All Offers
MLS®#:E4595424 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Hidden Gem In The Heart Of Guildwood! Beautifully Maintaind & Updatd Hm,Fab Family Community! Newer Flooring On Mn, Roomy 3+1 Bdrms, Upd Flooring & Mn Bath (W/W/I Shower & Granite Ctr!) Sep Side Entry To Bsmt, Perfect For Teens/Nanny, O/S Bed & 4 Pc Bath! Lg Rec Is Bright, Great Space! Dream Laundry W/Cupboards/Counter! Utility Rm For Workshop Or G....More details
MLS®#:E4593920 Status:Sale Pending Type:Condominium Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Area:
1400-1599 Sq Ft
Enjoy The Lifestyle Of Guildwood. Relax To The Panoramic Views From This Well Appointed 1540 Sq. Ft. Split 2 Bedroom Rowatson Suite. Custom Eat In Kitchen. Master Bedroom Retreat. Bright And Spacious Living Areas. Beautiful Hardwood Laminate Flooring. California Shutters. Two Car Tandem Parking.Generous Open Balcony. Guildwood Is A Community, Lots ....More details
MLS®#:E4563512 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Rare Opportunity To Own 3+1 Bedroom, 3 Bath Bungalow Facing Grey Abbey Park And Lake Ontario In Prime Guildwood. Move-In And Enjoy Or Renovate To Enjoy The Views. Large Principal Rooms. Eat It Kitchen With Walkout To Enclosed Sunroom/Deck. Master Bedroom Has 2-Pc Ensuite. Hardwood Floors Throughout. Wonderful Views From Living/Dining Rooms. Double ....More details
MLS®#:E4542796 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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3500-5000 Sq Ft
Completely Renovated 5+2 Bedroom 6 Washroom 2 Kitchen Home On 50 X 210 Ft Lot. New Unique Driveway Design 2017, New Cement Sidewalks 2017, New Roof, Skylights, Eaves Through & French Well Drainage System 2017, New Upstairs Kitchen 2016, New Sep Entrance W/ 2 Bedroom Apt W/ Kitchen 2017, New Stairs W/ Built In Lights 2016. Custom Coffered Ceiling In....More details
MLS®#:E4566271 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Detached Family Home On Quite Street In The Beautiful Guildwood Village Neighbourhood! Situated On Private & Large Lot. Gleaming Hardwood Throughout. Spacious Eat In Kitchen With Tons Of Storage. 3 Large Bedrooms. Can Easily Be Converted To 4 Bedroom. Cedar Room. Sun Room With Floor To Ceiling Windows, Skylight And Walkout To Deck Overlooking The B....More details
MLS®#:E4605564 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Guildwood - Toronto
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Outstanding! Located South Of Kingston Road This Gorgeous Residence Offers All Your Modern Amenities, Fabulous Open 2 Storey, Living Room, Large Formal Dining Room,Walk-Up, Fully Finished Basement, Breathtaking Serene Gardens With Stone, Walk Ways, Gorgeous Trees, Fabulous Pergola, A Real Private Back Yard Oasis
