What a $9 million Italian Renaissance-inspired Ontario estate looks like

When you think of the Italian Renaissance, sprawling palazzos, grand stone staircases, ornate craftsmanship, and manicured gardens probably come to mind — not a quiet cul-de-sac in Markham.

But one newly listed estate is bringing a slice of Italy to the GTA.

The estate at 15 Sylvia Crt. has just hit the market for $8,800,000.

An aerial view of the property. 

Set on nearly two acres in the exclusive Cachet Estates neighbourhood, the property spans more than 15,000 square feet and takes its design inspiration from Italian Renaissance architecture.

Grand columns and tile are a clear nod to the Italian inspiration. 

Known as the "Grand Palazzo Cachet," the mansion lives up to its name.

The foyer. 

The home's dramatic entrance immediately sets the tone with 24-foot ceilings, while 11-foot ceilings continue throughout the rest of the house, creating an overwhelming sense of scale.

A home office.

Natural stone, custom millwork, imported finishes and radiant heated limestone floors across all three levels add to the home's old-world European aesthetic.

The Great Room. 

The Great Room is one of the standout spaces, combining a formal living room with a piano salon beneath soaring ceilings.

The French doors leading to the terrace off the Great Room. 

Multiple French doors open onto a sprawling terrace with wrought-iron railings overlooking the grounds.

The dining room. 

Elsewhere, the home includes formal entertaining rooms, as well as more casual family spaces. 

The kitchen. 

And of course, there's a gourmet kitchen designed for hosting large gatherings.

The primary bedroom. 

There are six bedrooms and seven bathrooms on the main two levels alone. 

The primary ensuite with a soaker tub next to a fireplace. 

The primary suite featuring a spa-inspired ensuite and expansive dressing areas.

The main staircase. 

The lower level is fully finished with walkout access to the grounds and includes additional flexible space for recreation, entertaining, or multigenerational living.

A full picture of the property. 

The nearly 1.93-acre property is just as impressive outside, with professionally landscaped gardens, mature trees, manicured lawns, elegant stone terraces, and even a private tennis court, making it feel more like a country estate than a suburban home.

Mature landscaping helps make the property feel private. 

Despite its secluded feel, the property is still close to major highways, shopping, restaurants, golf courses, and several highly regarded public and private schools.

The family room. 

The home's current asking price is a significant jump from its last sale. According to property records, it changed hands in 2012 for $3,799,800, meaning it's now listed for roughly $5 million more than its previous sale price.

The Great Room. 

Of course, the luxury market has changed dramatically over the past 14 years, and homes of this size and calibre rarely come to market in the area.

The back of the mansion. 

It's a hefty price tag, especially considering you could probably buy a real Italian palazzo for less in some parts of Italy. But then you'd have to learn Italian, deal with centuries-old plumbing, and say arrivederci to your GTA commute.