Trillium are blooming. In places the forest floor is a carpet of deep red and brilliant white. This week will be the highlight of Ontario’s flower in these parts. It’s likely, too, as it usually is, that black flies will have their heyday as well. For about 10 days the beauty of the forest is tempered by tiny pests. They’re not biting… yet. But as leaves pop, appetites change and back flies rule. Thankfully, their season is very short.

Talking about short, the spring cottage season is short too. We’re about half way through it. This year has been marked by lower levels of inventory on the one hand and quick sales on the other. More than a few times have we been questioned about a property on the market for a couple of days, only to find it’s already under contract. At this time of year it’s important to stay on top of what’s available and to be able to act when a good one comes along. Unfortunately, convenience is not a consideration in the spring market in any year.

This week there’s another crop of listings, some of which will go quickly. If you see something that truly appeals, don’t hesitate. It could well be gone when it’s convenient to drive north. Take a look at our highlights!

Questions? Just call.

1043 HEATHER LODGE Road, Port Carling
$6,495,000 | MLS# 40412842
LAKE MUSKOKA

An exemplary offering on north Lake Muskoka, in the very rarely offered Mortimer’s Point area, minutes to Port Carling. Superlative 3-years new absolutely stunning custom 4 season hideaway by a well reputed local builder, serving up sprawling principal living spaces seamlessly uniting the interior with the exterior, handsome great room with exposed architectural trusses and impressive wood-burning stone fireplace, gleaming wood floors, bar area, lakeside dining with seating for 12, traditional face frame kitchen with centre island, walkout to porch, and handy pantry and prep area, front hallway with bench and powder room, welcoming foyer, 4 season Muskoka room with banks of sliding doors and screens for classic screened room-like enjoyment, plus another floor-to-ceiling wood-burning stone fireplace. Luxurious main floor owner’s suite complete with its own laundry, elegant ensuite, walk-in closet, and private balcony. Tastefully finished lower level walkout with gorgeous updated bathrooms, including a secondary “principal” bedroom, family room with built-in bunk beds, cedar sauna, the most exquisite of laundry rooms with ample Chervin cabinetry, extra refrigerator, and its own entry from the lakeside. Radiant in-floor heat throughout the lower level, Sonos system with speakers inside and out, 22kW back-up auto start generator, central air, the list goes on. Expansive lakeside deck, water’s edge stone landscaping, including terraces, irrigated grounds, ample table land, incredible privacy afforded by 205 feet of assessed shoreline, boasting deep and shallow water, granite stairs into shallow sandy bottom area, plus 17 feet of depth off the end of the dock, 2-slip boathouse with hydraulic lifts, jet-ski lift, very large dock area, with views galore and sun all day including summer sunsets from the dock. Mostly furnished, away from boat traffic, in a prime high end cottage neighbourhood. A superb cottage package for the discerning buyer.

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33960 GEORGIAN BAY Shore, Georgian Bay Twp
$3,450,000 | MLS# 40416188
GEORGIAN BAY

A stunning and masterfully executed architecturally designed retreat located in the Go Home Bay area of Georgian Bay at the Monument Channel is now being offered for sale. ( It is the creation of well known architect Mr. Charles Gane and was built for his family’s personal use.) The construction materials of the massive Douglas fir timber frame structure with its glass, cedar shakes, and rough cut limestone blends in perfectly with the surrounding natural environment. The building is located on a massive Canadian Shield outcropping of 3+ acres that hugs the 1000 ft. plus of shoreline that cascades down to the pristine waters of Georgian Bay. The layout of the 2300 sq. ft. open concept design consists of a living room with a massive limestone fireplace, dining room, kitchen, four bedrooms, two 3 pc. bathrooms, laundry room, an exterior covered stone limestone patio with limestone fireplace, and a screen porch that opens onto a 400 sq. ft. exterior terrace for outside entertaining. There is also a mechanical/storage room. The building is winterized, has radiant in floor propane heating and the building is solar powered. There are Group of Seven views from every window and all points on the property. One can listen to the whispering pines as one walks the barefoot granite down to the shore deck at the waters edge to enjoy the exceptional privacy the location at Monument offers. There is excellent deep water dockage, a great area for swimming and all watersports and has immediate access to the open Georgian Bay for sailing etc. Furnishings are included in the sale. The property is located 15 minutes by boat from the marina at King Bay or 30 minutes from marinas in Honey Harbour. Membership in the Madawaska Club is available upon approval.
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1031 LANDSIDE Trail, Minden
$ 1,499,999 | MLS# 40406220
GULL LAKE

The panoramic views you encounter when you step into this cottage will take your breath away! This is a true cottage property with 320 ft of waterfront on prestigious Gull Lake. Well treed 2.6 acre lot boasts spectacular views, combination of shallow and deep water, sand cover, waterfront cement retaining wall and patio, new dock and a rare wet slip boathouse. The cottage is 3 bedrooms with 2 full washrooms and features a french door entry to the stunning living room with stone fireplace and breathtaking unobstructed panoramic views of the lake, 8ft sliding glass door walkout to the wrap around deck with glass panels creating the impression of floating on the water. Open concept kitchen/dining/sitting area with sliding glass door walkout to waterfront wrap around deck, family room or additional bedroom with access to basement, utility area, workbench, sauna and new propane furnace. The master bedroom has large lakeside wrap around windows to show off the views of the lake and provide lots of natural lighting, includes a 4 pc ensuite with corner shower and claw foot soaker tub. As an added bonus you can enjoy your morning coffee in your bright sunroom or your screened in porch, both allowing enjoyment of the beautiful surroundings and views. Lots of storage/parking available in your 38 x 61 Quonset Hut with concrete floor.Easy access off Highway 35 on year round road, only a few minutes outside of Minden Village for all amenities and a easy 2 hour commute to the GTA. View this One of A Kind “Turn Key” cottage today!
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*SPECIAL MENTION*

216 BASS BAY Road, Port Severn
$1,990,000 | MLS# 40417208
GEORGIAN BAY

Georgian bay waterfront log home on 160′ of direct Georgian Bay. Sand beach, large boat port with deep moorage and boat lift. 3000+ square foot log home, with detached double garage. 3 Beds, 4 baths, Sunroom, decks and beautiful views. Canadian shield surrounds the back decks and enclosed porches. Large Primary suite with ensuite, large dining room with pressed tin ceilings. Newer propane furnace, systems, hydro and water treatment. Home itself is an older log home rebuilt on this site (80’s), plus the addition of the large sunroom, and then the new addition (log) done in the early 2000’s built to the same look and standard as the original log structure. This home is elevated off the water by about 30 feet giving it lovely views and privacy. The property is large at over 1.3 acres. There is an additional bunkie by the waters edge for overflow of guests. This home is located within 6 minutes of Highway 400 and about 1 hour and 20 minutes from Pearson Airport.
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3-1148 SOUTH MULDREW LAKE Road, Gravenhurst
$ 979,000 | MLS# 40417301
MULDREW LAKE

Great topography and opportunity on 3/4 of an acre of South Muldrew Lake waterfront. Perched on a granite outcropping, this large frontage waterfront property provides you with a sense of privacy and peace all with a panoramic view. Of the 5 buildings in total, the main dwelling was constructed in 1990. In this home, light floods the upper living space with huge windows, wind swept pines, and a jaw-dropping vista while the lower level provides a walk-out facing the lake. The shed/garage is huge and surrounded by windows. There is significant value offered in the footprint of the numerous legal non-conforming outbuildings: a 2 slip wet boathouse, an ‘at the water’ 2 level cabin that offers lower level waterside storage, and another 2 level ‘A frame’ style cabin that sits by itself high on the granite overlooking the water. Rehabilitation is required on the boathouse, outbuildings/bunkies and decking. There is great opportunity in the sheer number of buildings and a boathouse that would normally not comply with current zoning guidelines. Make sure to view the video and extra photos for a better scope. A glorious family compound waiting to happen!
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Ready to take a closer look? Drop me a line at 705.706.1177 or rosskoka@gmail.com

Ross
Rosskoka.com
RE/MAX Hallmark Realty Inc.
Bracebridge