It’s fair to say that it’s not all that easy to impress realtor Joe Quinn. After all, he’s been serving the cottagers of Muskoka as they buy into, sell out of, and move within the big-lakes real estate market for over 30 years now. But this summer, he’s got a listing that makes even a Muskoka realtor pause.
Among the features that truly set this property apart is its collection of amenities more typical of a private resort. For example, tucked among the trees, you’ll find a full-size tennis court, yoga pavilion, and infinity pool with elevated, awe-inspiring views across the lake. Nearby, a separate office and studio provide a quiet, tranquil place for remote or creative work.
Joe Quinn - Sales Representative, SRES, ABR
“First of all, you won’t find a prettier example of Muskoka’s iconic landscape,” he says, “from huge wind-bent pines to extensive granite throughout the property, sparkling clear water, and unbelievably long lake views.” The splendid custom-built contemporary lakehouse is thoughtfully designed to balance a modern aesthetic with these examples of nature’s own artistry. In every room, expansive windows and glass doors frame sweeping views, while a unifying soft white palette and warm wood tones work together to create an atmosphere of luxury and relaxation. Throughout, fine millwork and thoughtful detailing are the chef’s kiss of understated elegance.
At approximately 5,500 square feet, the lakehouse includes four luxurious bedrooms and five bathrooms, providing ample space for family gatherings, while also inviting grand-style entertaining with a large chef’s kitchen, expansive island, spacious butler’s pantry, and premium appliances.
Not surprisingly, the outdoor spaces reflect the same purposeful approach to design found in the home itself. Winding granite paths and gently descending stone steps link the lakehouse with its outbuildings, perennial gardens, stone patios, and waterfront for a natural flow and effortless movement between different settings. A waterside terrace with built-in stone firepit helps extend outdoor time near the lake into the evening hours.
Arriving at the water’s edge, expect no compromise in the comfort you have enjoyed in the lakehouse. The property’s impressive three-slip boathouse serves as both chic guest quarters and an inviting hub for entertaining and having fun on the water. Two-bedrooms, full facilities, and magnificent wraparound decking with glass railings expand the property’s capacity for hosting and provide additional gathering spaces. A charming lakeside change house is a convenient place to transition between activities, making it easier to spend the day by the water, then hop in the boat for a short ride to enjoy the scenery, or to visit nearby destinations, including Port Sandfield and Port Carling, for shopping or a night out.
Taken together, the elements of this Lake Rosseau estate add up to a property uniquely suited to life as a family compound. The lakehouse, boathouse, guest accommodations, grounds, and exceptional recreational amenities provide all the ingredients for building lasting traditions across generations. Yet for all the care that has gone into establishing this meticulously planned property, its greatest attribute may be the landscape that surrounds it. Canopied by mature pines and shaped around rugged protrusions of Canadian Shield, this remarkable Lake Rosseau property evokes a Muskoka that stirs the soul with its untamed nature. To enjoy contemporary comforts within such surroundings is the enduring promise of this extraordinary part of the world.
Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited, Brokerage
110 Medora Street, P.O. Box 444, Port Carling, Ontario P0B 1J0
Ph: 705.644.3015 • [email protected]
