498 Queen Elizabeth Drive

THE GLEBE | OTTAWA

$2,200,000

COVETED LOCATION-GLEBE

Welcome to 498 Queen Elizabeth Drive, directly across from the Canal and NCC parkland on the quiet end of this iconic Ottawa street. Plus the serene  Brown's Inlet waters are only steps away providing a true sense of nature with ducks, herons and the fish whom you share the space.

This beautifully situated home offers an exceptional lifestyle surrounded by lush parks, vibrant community amenities, and effortless access to the city’s best schools and amenities. Whether you’re a growing family  or  professional couple who works from home, this home delivers warmth, functionality, and timeless appeal in one of the city’s most beloved neighbourhoods.

The standout covered front porch catches your eye immediately, adding to the home's handsome exterior.

THE SPACES:

Elegantly proportioned, this timeless residence is a complete in every way. Inviting and impressive from the moment you walk in.

Inside, a beautifully curated centre-hall plan creates a sense of balance and flow. Elegant principal rooms are defined by crown mouldings, hardwood floors, and a calm, neutral palette, all enhanced by abundant natural light and tranquil parkland views. The home feels complete in every way—inviting, well-proportioned, and designed for both entertaining and everyday living.

At the heart of the home, a gracious central staircase rises through all three levels, anchoring the design. The oversized kitchen is quietly sophisticated—streamlined, highly functional, and thoughtfully designed with generous counter space, smart storage, and a refined, understated aesthetic. It opens seamlessly to an inviting breakfast room, keeping conversation and connection at the forefront.

Designed for connection and entertaining, this kitchen balances everyday ease with an enduring sense of style. Entertain small or large groups, cook, dine, or simply enjoy this amazing space.

Upstairs, four well-appointed bedrooms offer flexibility for modern living—whether a nursery, bedrooms, home office, or guest suite.

The principal suite is a true retreat, with space for a sitting area, dual walk-in closets, and a beautifully finished ensuite that evokes a spa-like calm.

The serene Principal bedroom is a quiet retreat that includes a bedroom large enough for a real sitting area, his-and-hers walk-in closets, and a spa-like ensuite bathroom.

The lower level provides additional living space whether it be for a gym, office, hobby room or hang-out space for the kids.

Outdoors, a private garden setting invites slow mornings, long dinners, and relaxed evenings. A detached garage and heated parking pad, accessed off Broadway Avenue, add everyday ease.

From here, you can leave the car behind. Stroll to the shops and restaurants of Bank Street, enjoy nearby Old Ottawa South and Lansdowne, or walk and cycle along the canal all the way to the NAC. Dow's Lake is just moments away.This is a location—and a home—that offers the perfect balance: an effortless urban lifestyle set within the quiet beauty of tree-lined Queen Elizabeth Drive and its surrounding green corridors.

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The Spaces

MAIN FLOOR

Home has been renovated with attention to fine detailing of crown moldings with quality finishes and products through out. Wood floors, elegant trim . Wood staircase runs to the third floor with large landings on each level.

Verandah - 21.10' x 7.9'

Exceptional space for warm weather entertaining or simply relaxing overlooking the Ncc Parkland and Canal.

Foyer - 9.11' x 5.6'

Livingroom - 23.1' x 14.9'

A traditional feel with a brick facade fireplace - windows towards the parkland and to the rear garden area. Large enough for versitile use.

Diningroom - 15.1' x 11.5'

built in sideboard -sleekly finished with modern accent. Large wall above with pot display lighting ideal for a large painting. This room has a wall of windows that overlook the parkland.

Kitchen - 14.0' x 12.4'

WOW! people will never leave this room. Calming palette used in the design featuring granite countertops with natural veining resting on top of the multitude of 2 tone cabinetry. The white subway backsplash nicely accents the colours and stainless steel

Breakfast room - 13.7' x 12.11'

Open yet defined from the main kitchen you will enjoy the meals with the family and casual dining or coffee with friends . A welcoming space .

2pc Powder room - 6.9' x 2.2'

Rear Hallway - 12.11' x 8.0'

Providing privacy to the main rooms and just off the foyer it allows the staircase to act as a visual accent to the space. Steps down to the convenient mud room and rear entrance.

Mudroom/Rear Entrance - 13.9' x 11.7'

Perfect - nicely separated allowing for all the family sport equipment to be stored and not trip over it, coat and boot cubby, tile floor for easy cleanup and well finished in keeping with the home.

Second Floor

High ceilings with crown moldings, gleaming wood floors, an abundance of windows provide natural light to the spaces. Recessed lighting in many rooms.

Landing - 8.' x 8.8'

Bedroom - 14.3' x 10.9'

dcc

Full Bathroom - 7.3' x 6.7'

3pc

Familyroom/Office/Library - 12.11' x 12.1'

Gas fireplace - wall of built in display and book cabinets - ceiling speakers .

Primary Bedroom suite -Bedroom - 28.10' x 13.7'

A huge space allowing flexibility in furniture layout - large enough for a siting area - windows view the treetops of the NCC parkland.

Ensuite Bathroom - 9.7' x 7.4'

5pc Luxury 5 pc ensuite - vaulted ceiling gives the room light and a bit of drama to the room. Rich wood cabinets with 2 sinks - marble counters. Frameless glass shower stall and a softly sculptured freestanding soaker tub under the large window.

Walk in Closets - 10.8' x 11'

His and hers walk in closets- fully organized.

Third Floor

Landing 9.4 x 8- flooded with natural light proving an open feel to this floor.

Bedroom - 15.3' x 13.7'

Built in shelves under eaves providing an interesting accent to the rooms as well as practical storage areas.

Bathroom - 8.0' x 6.9'

Bedroom - 12.10' x 15.3'

dcc, plus wall of bookshelf or storage shelves - door to storage under eaves

Lower Level

The main floor opens to a private patio and yard area, gate opens to thelarge detached garage with easy access just off Broadway Ave at Pope's Lane .

Info & Facts

Bedrooms:5+DEN

Bathrooms:5

Parking:2

Taxes:$16380

Hot Water Tank: 2023

A/C Unit: 2012

Boiler and thermostats ($20,000) : 2026

Roof: 2012

Windows: 2012

Lot size     50.66   x   89.50

Stove, French door Refrigerator , dishwasher, microwave, Stainless steel range hood, washer, dryer, wine fridge Central /built in Vac with accessories ,window blinds, all lighting fixtures.

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