PROPERTY INFORMATION
`Dayspring` is one of St.Andrew`s most prestigious estate properties and the former residence of
Baroness Lady Beaverbrook. It was originally built in 1929 and purchased
by Canadian financer Sir James Dunn in 1947. After the death of Sir
James, the property was inherited by Lady Dunn who later married Lord
Beaverbrook. Lady Beaverbrook continued to live at Dayspring until her
death in 1994. She was undoubtedly one of St. Andrew`s most illustrious
residents and one of Canada`s most prominent philanthropists. Numerous
famous people have visited or stayed at Dayspring over the years,
including the renowned Spanish artist, Salvador Dali.
Dayspring
is a stately historic home in the grand style always maintained to
perfection with spectacular views over its gardens & Passamaquoddy
Bay, giving direct access across the street to Katy`s Cove Beach. Walls
are 3/4` knot-free B.C. fir, the principal floors are 3/4` white English
pegged oak & solid brass fixtures throughout. The 2-storey great
room with huge stone fireplace & hand carved paneling reminiscent of
a Tudor castle. Octagonal dining room with fireplace & leaded-glass
built-ins. The main floor has 6 bedrooms (2 with fireplaces &
luxury walk-in closets), a study with fireplace, & 2 solariums, huge
ballroom & library on the 2nd floor with cac.sauna & cold room
in basement. A 9ft wall surrounds the 3.3 acre grounds, which also
contains a 2-bedroom `honeymoon cottage`, large greenhouse,
garage/workshop, pond, tennis court & 4 car garage. Adjacent are two
- 2 car garages plus ample guest parking. Can be sold as a parcel with
neighboring `Daytime` MLS# SJ101932.