The Church at 701 Dovercourt Rd is a prime example of a church conversion; stained-glass windows, original brick and steel trusses, cornice and vaulted ceilings – such features evoke images of stately Neo-Gothic churches and…Toronto lofts? Circa 1906, this building has undergone indulgent restorations including masonry, limestone, wood doors, and period-inspired light fixtures. Take a deep breath as you step into the central atria focused around a gorgeous restored stained-glass skylight, or enjoy the fresh air as you lounge on your balcony, terrace, or rooftop deck.
Enjoy one of your own culinary creations as you breakfast in your European kitchen with stainless steel appliances, or explore the community of Bloorcourt Village and stop in at one of the many new restaurants in this emerging neighborhood. Take a short stroll to Dufferin Grove Park on a Thursday afternoon and sample local honey, inhale the fragrance of freshly baked organic bread, and breathe in the hunger-inducing scents of locally-grown organic fruits and vegetables. Meet a friend over coffee at one of the many independent local cafes or learn a new language as you explore the family-owned shops that are the heart of this area known as Toronto’s “Little Portugal.” When you call The Church your home, everything from seventeen-foot soaring ceilings to organic apples are within your reach.