A $10 million Toronto mansion dropped its asking price by almost $2 million

When you feel like you haven't seen the sun in a century, the thought of owning an Italian-style retreat — the kind with a resort-worthy pool, iron detailing, and a backyard built for long, wine-fuelled summer nights — sounds especially tempting. 

But since we're not even a week into 2026, 11 Doon Rd. might be the closest thing you'll get to an Italian summer without leaving Toronto or inventing time travel. 

Set well back from the street behind private gates and towering mature trees, this North York mansion feels worlds away from the city, even though it’s right in the middle of it.

The backyard during the summer. 

The vibe here is less Toronto mansion and more Tuscan-inspired escape.

The dining room. 

Inside, the house leans hard into grand European-inspired drama.

The foyer. 

A soaring double-height foyer sets the tone, complete with custom millwork, marble floors, and ornate wrought-iron detailing that feels plucked straight out of an Italian villa.

A home office with a fireplace and built-ins. 

The scale is over the top, but the warmth comes from rich materials and tree-filled views framed by oversized windows throughout the more than 6,000-square-foot interior.

The living room. 

The main floor is designed for entertaining.

The wine cellar. 

Formal living and dining rooms both walk out to a statement wine cellar crafted from walnut wood — a subtle but serious flex.

The family room. 

Nearby, a cathedral-ceiling family room with a fireplace flows directly into the kitchen and out to the backyard, blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living in a very Mediterranean way.

The kitchen and breakfast area. 

The kitchen itself is built to impress and function: an oversized eat-in island, built-in appliances, a breakfast area, and a walk-in pantry make it equally suited to casual mornings and full-scale dinner parties.

Views from a balcony over the backyard. 

But it's the backyard where the Italian retreat fantasy really locks in.

The backyard. 

The outdoor space has been transformed into a private resort, complete with a large Betz pool, jacuzzi, fire pit lounge, outdoor kitchen, stone patio, and even dedicated changing rooms.

The outdoor kitchen. 

It's the kind of setup that makes you resentful of the fact that there are still at least three more months of winter.

The primary bedroom. 

Upstairs, the home features five spacious bedroom suites, including a sprawling primary wing that feels intentionally secluded and serene.

The lower-level lounge and wet bar. 

Downstairs, the lower level leans into indulgence: a cozy home theatre, wet bar with wine fridge, lounge and gaming areas, plus a nanny suite, art studio, and fitness studio with sauna. 

The wine cellar looks over the staircase. 

Originally listed at $11,900,000, the property has now dropped to $10,280,000, shaving nearly $2 million off the asking price.

Marble floors and soaring ceilings in the foyer. 

In today's luxury market, that might just be the push needed to convince someone that their Italian-style dream home doesn't actually require a passport.

An aerial view of 11 Doon Rd. 

Just a very large cheque.