Inside an $11M mansion for sale in Calgary that comes with a pool, gated driveway

An $11M home has just hit the market in southwest Calgary, and it comes with a lap pool, glass cabana and tons of history.

The mansion, known as the Burns residence, sits at 930 Prospect Avenue S.W. in Upper Mount Royal.

930 Prospect Avenue S.W. in Calgary. (Realtor.ca)The 5,298-square-foot home was built in 1912 and originally owned by Alfred Price, a superintendent with the Canadian Pacific Railway.

The home was later the residence of George Robinson, an alderman from 1907 to 1908, as well as John Burns – nephew of Senator Patrick Burns.

Aside from serving as the home for several notable and influential Calgarians, the residence sits on a sprawling half-acre lot surrounded by mature trees and lush landscaping.

To enter the home, you access it through your own private, gated driveway.930 Prospect Avenue S.W. in Calgary. (Realtor.ca)

The home is listed by Vivienne Huisman from Sotheby's International Realty Canada.

Huisman says the property has undergone a full restoration and transformation into a modern take on luxury design.

"This is a special property bringing together history, design and art. The way they’ve integrated modern-day features with original charm Is incredible. There's nothing like it in Calgary."

930 Prospect Avenue S.W. in Calgary. (Realtor.ca)

Part of the modernization includes a smart home system and state-of-the-art kitchen with custom cabinets and marble countertops.

930 Prospect Avenue S.W. in Calgary. (Realtor.ca)The three-storey home has five bedrooms, six full bathrooms and three half-baths.

There are, according to the listing, two offices, an upper-level gym and a billiards room.

930 Prospect Avenue S.W. in Calgary. (Realtor.ca)

Huisman says the property is ideal for a couple or family who want to own a piece of Calgary's history, adding it is a great spot for social gatherings with friends and community members.

"Many fundraising events have been hosted at 930 Prospect Ave., and it's a great opportunity to continue this tradition."

One of the mansion's biggest draws may be the pool.

930 Prospect Avenue S.W. in Calgary. (Realtor.ca)It's situated near a glass cabana that can serve as a bar area or greenhouse. 

930 Prospect Avenue S.W. in Calgary. (Realtor.ca)The home also has a double attached garage, with more on-street parking available.

Annual property taxes are an estimated $22,895