Available from Marilyn Mannion of Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited
For Chestnut Park real estate sales representative Marilyn Mannion, the arrival of summer every year brings a fresh group of people hopeful of finding a place to call their own on the shores of Muskoka. For some, the pursuit is a years-long process. Others get lucky quicker. This year, Marilyn’s listings contain two exceptional cottage properties on two of Muskoka’s hallmark lakes, Lake Rosseau and Lake Muskoka. Each offers the right buyer a wealth of both attributes and possibilities.
Situated on a gentle point of land with long lake views and 555 feet of shoreline, the Lake Rosseau property comprises a historic summer home and boathouse on a generous 2.6-acre parcel of land. The spacious five-bedroom cottage was built in 1890 and despite being updated with all modern conveniences, it retains much of its old-world charm, with delightful wood interiors, antique flooring, and an elegant formal dining area.
Echoing the Beaumaris style that is iconic of bygone Muskoka, the cottage features a languorous wraparound porch and screened-in Muskoka room. Nestled in the pines, it enjoys low elevation, making for easy water access into a shallow, hard-packed sandy shore, perfect for young ones and anyone with issues walking up or down a long set of steps.
Ideally situated for both sunsets and sunrises, the property has two docks for soaking in all-day sun and also plenty of shady spots for hot days. At the water’s edge, a three-slip boathouse includes guest quarters and spacious decking on the upper level as well as a lake-level pier dock with deep water access. Luxuriously private, and with plenty of space to support future expansion, this Lake Rosseau gem enjoys limited boat traffic and is located just minutes from Port Carling, by boat or car.
For a less historical but no less dream-worthy property, Marilyn points to a one-of-a-kind, luxury lake house on prized north Lake Muskoka. This stunning contemporary cottage has been fully renovated to an impeccable standard, and features over 4,000 square feet of living space, including six bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen, and a distinctive open concept solarium-inspired upper level.
The lake house is furnished with exclusive pieces, and is turnkey ready. With over a thousand square feet of lakeside decking and shimmering walls of glass, the distinction between indoor and outdoor space becomes nebulous. Slide open the floor-to-ceiling glass doors on a fine day, and wander with a drink from the sofa to a deck chair in the sun, and back again to grab a good book.
At the lake, a brand-new luxurious 1,500 square-foot boathouse boasts two docks: one for deep water entry and one for shallow. An enclosed lakeside entertainment and bar area includes roll-up glass doors, perfect for catching lakeside breezes on a warm day. With a separate sunning dock, waterslide, and two oversized boat slips, the boathouse is sure to be a gathering place for family and a hub for entertaining.
Private and tranquil, this unique property is located at the end of a quiet bay with great proximity to Port Carling and easy access from Toronto. With 260 feet of shoreline and a southwest exposure, it promises memories lit by sunset.
