In the heart of Picton, just steps from Main Street, an iconic heritage home has been reimagined for modern living — without sacrificing any of its historic soul.
Known as the Bigg/Strong House and dating back to 1900, this Queen Anne beauty at 29 Queen Street is a rare blend of architectural character and contemporary sophistication.
From the outside, the home channels Victorian grandeur with its stately form and historic detailing. Step inside, however, and you’ll discover an interior that has been thoughtfully transformed — a seamless union of light-filled spaces, preserved period elements, and sleek modern finishes.
The residence offers five bedrooms and four bathrooms, including a main-level guest suite with direct access to a screened Muskoka room, the sort of design flourish that makes hosting family and friends effortless. Upstairs, a fully separate third-floor apartment with its own entrance brings flexibility, whether as private guest quarters or a stylish rental suite.
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The home’s bathrooms are retreats in their own right, with the main bathroom featuring a glass-enclosed steam shower, freestanding soaker tub, and oversized windows that let natural light pour in. Throughout, restored hardwood floors, intricate tin ceilings, and a dramatic STÛV wood-burning fireplace in the dining room pay homage to the home’s past, while a chef-inspired kitchen — equipped with Bosch, Thermador, and Silhouette appliances — looks decidedly to the future.
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Our Favourite Thing
The main bathroom strikes the perfect balance of indulgence and restraint. With its steam shower, freestanding tub, and sunlit windows, it delivers spa-like serenity without ever feeling over-designed. It’s a space that elevates everyday rhythms into something restorative.
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Outdoors, the sense of refinement continues with tiered entertaining areas, expansive decks, and manicured gardens framing a heated in-ground pool. A detached two-car garage with front and rear access completes the picture, balancing beauty with practicality.
Location is another draw. Just two blocks from Picton’s vibrant core — lined with restaurants, theatres, and cafés — the home also keeps beaches, sailing, cycling routes, and the County’s celebrated wineries and farm-to-table dining within easy reach. It’s a property that offers the rare privilege of keeping one foot in a lively small-town scene and the other in the serenity of Prince Edward County’s natural landscape.
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This article was produced in partnership with STOREYS Custom Studio.