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If you've ever watched the Netflix show Anne with an E, you might recognize this sprawling 96-acre estate in Caledon, Ont. Known as Belain Farm, realtor Andrea Durand told blogTO that the property served as a filming location for Anne with an E , with its picturesque pond appearing as the iconic "Lake of Shining Waters" and the main farmhouse used as the Barry family home . And honestly, looking at it, it's not hard to see why the production team fell in love with the place. The driveway leading to the house. Reached by a picturesque maple-lined driveway, the property unfolds into a landscape of rolling meadows, mature forests, private trails, paddocks, and pastoral views. The front entrance. Apart from Anne with an E, the estate has also been used as a backdrop for feature films, television productions, commercials, and other media projects over the years, proving that some places really are camera-ready from every angle. The view of the barn. But Belain Farm isn't just a good filming location; the property has been a working farm since the 1800s and is protected through the Ontario Farmland Trust , helping preserve both its agricultural heritage and natural landscape for future generations. The dining room. At the centre of it all sits a beautifully restored century-old brick farmhouse with five bedrooms and five bathrooms. The kitchen with a wood-burning stove. And unlike many heritage homes that get renovated into something unrecognizable, the current owners took a much lighter touch. A mudroom. "The owners have always focused on preserving the integrity and charm of the farmhouse rather than modernizing it beyond recognition," says Durand. The breakfast nook. Original pine floors, extensive custom millwork, original baseboards, wood-burning fireplaces, and other historic details remain intact throughout the home, while thoughtful updates make it comfortable for modern living. The living room with a fireplace. The result is a home that feels authentic, cozy, and very charming. A bedroom. Beyond the main residence, there's also a separate studio building that could serve as a home office, fitness studio, guest accommodation, or artist's retreat. The paddocks. Of course, for many buyers, the real draw will be the equestrian facilities. A view of the property. The property includes a 10-stall barn complete with a self-contained apartment, four paddocks with run-ins, a sand riding ring, expansive fields, and private riding trails that wind throughout the estate. The barn and fields. And if that's somehow not enough trail riding, the property's forested paths connect directly to the Elora-Cataract Trailway. A bedroom. It's also ideally positioned for serious equestrians, located just minutes from Osprey Valley Golf, Woodbine Racetrack, Angelstone Events, and Palgrave Equestrian Park. The iconic pond. Nature lovers may be equally impressed. An aerial view of the pond that was featured in Anne with an E. The estate's pond sits beneath a graceful willow tree, while mature forests throughout the property provide habitat for abundant wildlife and migrating birds. The maple trees. Even the iconic maple-lined driveway has a story to tell. A powder room. Durand noted that historically, the trees were tapped for maple syrup, adding yet another layer of Ontario farm history to a property that already has plenty of character. The primary bedroom. And while many luxury country estates promise peace and quiet, few can also claim they've been immortalized on Netflix. The primary ensuite. For Anne with an E fans, horse enthusiasts, nature lovers, or anyone who has ever fantasized about owning their own private slice of rural Ontario, Belain Farm might be about as close to a storybook property as you're likely to find. The front entrance. The only thing missing is Anne Shirley herself running down the driveway with a basket of wildflowers. An aerial view of the estate. Belain Farm, 18101 Shaw Creek Rd., is currently listed for sale for $4,999,000 .
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