Trillium are in abundance and trees are leaved. Black flies are waning and water is getting warmer. May 24 has come and gone. The season is upon us. Expect weekend travel times to lengthen. However the joy of being by the water, or on it, far outweighs a slightly longer commute.

Our marketplace is in transition. A number of listings have been recalibrated as sellers realize the buyer/seller balance is more equitable than the last couple of years of COVID. There have been numerous sales in competition and most of them have come close to asking price with a few meeting or going over ask. Tracking sale values is complicated by renovations and updates. Comparing a property with one that has made changes requires what we call ‘adjustments’ which in some cases are judgement calls. That said, it appears values are in line with the end of last year. The normal ‘spring bump’ has been reflected in volume and not price so much. Many properties are selling quickly, within days of coming to market.

We’ve had a strong number of new listings and some reductions as well. As usual we have our faves and they are highlighted below, both those which are totally new to the market and those which represent better value now.

Take a look! There’s lots to see…

 

234 JEAN MARIE Road, Muskoka Lakes
$17,495,000 | MLS# 40423588
LAKE JOSEPH/LAKE JOE

Undeniably spectacular. This one-of-a-kind architectural masterpiece was designed and constructed over the span of 4+ years with the utmost attention to detail. A total of 8 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms sits upon 465 feet of incredibly private South West facing shoreline on Central Lake Joseph. The custom steel structure has a grandfathered setback from the water and features an open living style with exposed Corten steel and wide-plank oak that coats the floors, walls, and ceilings. Floor-to-ceiling windows span the entire facade of the building, illuminating the large space with natural light and creating a feel that meets the true definition of living on the water. A massive 3-panel sliding door magnificently opens to the grand Muskoka room with 24×11’ phantom screens, a board form concrete fireplace, dining and living space, a vented Alfa pizza oven, and more. Only 13 steps to the waterfront where you will find a large hard-packed sandy beach, the 3-slip boathouse with a fully equipped main-level living and entertaining space, a second storey living space with 1 bed + 1 bath, a grand ipe deck, and more stunning views. This secluded hideaway is tucked away from boat traffic, surrounded by 1000’s of feet of undeveloped (water-access only) shoreline, and benefits from a long private laneway from the main road. Complete with whole home automation including Lutron Homeworks lighting and shades throughout. Entertainment ready with Savant integration allowing control of the entire home from your fingertips. Designer interior and landscape lighting help to create the perfect ambiance inside and out. An engineered beach volleyball court, basketball court, and a professional home gym only add to the fun. The privacy is peaceful, the architecture brilliant, and the experience is unlike any other. Click here for property listing details

 

1079 Inawendawin – Lot 4 Road, Dorset
$2,395,000 | MLS# XH4164120
PAINT LAKE

You do not want to miss this! This beautiful 5 bedroom 4 bathroom waterfront cottage offers 17 acres of land with 275 feet of waterfront. Situated on Paint Lake, it is the only lake that provides boat access into Lake of Bays. The fully winterized cottage is an open concept design with loads of windows to capture the view, hardwood floors and breathtaking cathedral ceilings. Naturally landscaped grounds complete with a stone fire pit, gentle sloping shoreline, and amazing privacy. Only minutes from Dorset on privately maintained year round road. Can be sold together with lots MLS: H4154474, H4151749 & H4154478. Click here for property listing details

 

1093 DELIA Road, Port Sydney
$1,299,900 | MLS# 40423857
FAWN LAKE

Welcome to this beautiful waterfront residence resting on the shores of peaceful Fawn Lake in Port Sydney. Well maintained year round home offers a lovely great room with vaulted pine lined ceilings, wall of windows and spectacular panoramic views, cozy wood stove and walk out to an expansive entertaining deck. Good sized kitchen and spacious dining area boast beautiful garden views. 3 bedrooms on the main floor, fully renovated bathroom, sun filled foyer and inviting rear sundeck. Lower level features a 4th bedroom, large family room, utility room, laundry and tons of storage space. Convenient walk-out from the storage/workshop area complete with a 2nd wood stove. F/A propane furnace, hot water tank (owned), additional storage area, detached garage (used for storage) and ample parking. Enjoy the gorgeous perennial gardens throughout, fire pit area for family s’mores, shallow entry to the lake, great dock and 140 feet of sandy shoreline. Located on a year round private road just 15 minutes to Bracebridge or Huntsville. Come see for yourself & start making lasting memories with your family & friends! Click here for property listing details

 

2 ISLAND 30 SEVERN RIVER Shore, Georgian Bay
$799,000 | MLS# 40408485
Little Lake of Gloucester Pool

Located on YOUR OWN PRIVATE ISLAND with 4 Seasons Cottage that is Totally Updated Top to Bottom and Easy Access by Boat from Your own Personal Parking Area 5 minute Boat Ride….810 feet of Frontage and 1 Acre Lot. The Cottage is Right near the Water’s Edge. ***The Details*** 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathroom serves up Splendid Views, it’s a Well Maintained 4 Seasons Cottage, Complete with Updated Kitchen and Bathrooms, Swimming and Docking is Plentiful at Extra Docks East and West side of The Island with all The Summer Toys at Your Fingertips. Maturely Treed Forested Back Area Affords Extra Tablelands and Good Storage Shed Area for all the “Extras”- UV Water System, Heated Line, Metal Roof (2020), Central Vac, Forced Air Propane Furnace, Wired-in Generac Generator, Security System w/ Cameras, Full Laundry, Marine Railway, Crawl Space for Storage. ***More Info*** Little Lake of Gloucester Pool Offers Everything On Your “WishList” -Swimming, Fishing, All Water Sports, Kayaking/Paddle Boarding and on the Trent Severn Waterway with The Best Freshwater Boating in the World at Your Doorstep. You are Between the Port Severn Lock 45 and Big Chute Lock 44 or Go for a Day Trip to Georgian Bay thru Port Severn. Just 1.5 hours North of GTA and only Minutes to Port Severn, Coldwater, Orillia or Midland. Close to Golf and Restaurants on ‘The Pool’ as it is known…. Or Go Over The Big Chute and Check Out The Fun on The Severn River. It is a Fun Property to Live in and Cottage. Make This Your Hideaway For Many Years. Click here for property listing details

 

Price Reductions – Click here

$595,000 – $1,099,000 – Click here
$1,100,000 – $1,999,000 – Click here
$2,000,000 – $4,999,000 – Click here
$5,000,000+ – Click here

Islands – Click here
Mainland Riverfront – Click here
Vacant Waterfront – Click here
Pending – Click here

Ready to take a closer look? Drop me a line at 705.706.1177 or info@rosskoka.com

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