Exclusively available from Joe Quinn - Chestnut Park Real Estate for $10,900,000
Nestled in at the peaceful north end of Lake Joseph, a new listing by Chestnut Park Real Estate’s sales representative Joe Quinn promises an array of desirable attributes which, taken together, amount to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Sitting on 4.7 acres of quintessentially Muskoka land, and with views across the water of a mostly uninhabited, picturesque, and protected 30-acre island, Joe says that the property enjoys the luxury of seclusion, “while also being convenient to the finest restaurants, resorts, golf clubs, marinas, and shopping in Muskoka.”
Looking southwest, the panorama spans a spectacular six-kilometre-long view, while the property enjoys its own 413 feet of frontage on some of the clearest spring-fed water in Muskoka. With both deep and shallow entry points, it’s well-situated for water sports and swimming and promises the rarity of commanding year-round sunsets.
The great room enjoys vaulted ceilings, a majestic stone wood-burning fireplace, and picturesque lake views. The mantel and beams have been reclaimed from the original settler cabin that was built on the property over 100 years ago.
The cottage and boathouse, continuous in aesthetic, are just four years old and a virtual masterclass in purposeful design. Harmoniously blending contemporary style and fine tradition in a suite of features designed for the utmost comfort and indulgence, they broadcast craftsmanship and quality in every scrupulous detail. Take, for example, the heated white oak floors throughout the cottage, which, along with triple-glazed windows and remote climate control, ensure comfort regardless of the season or the weather.
Guest accommodation promises to be headache-free with six bedrooms in the cottage (four ensuited) including three on the main floor, plus an additional luxuriously appointed bedroom and bathroom in the boathouse. Ideal for entertaining guests of all ages are a games room with walkout overlooking the lake and kitchen, dining room, and great room access to a spacious veranda with incredible lakeside views. High ceilings, soaring windows, and fluid design work together to create a remarkable interior openness and unbeatable views of the world outdoors.
A lower-level two-car garage features heated concrete-slab floors, windowed doors to allow in ample natural light, and an adjacent mudroom with a dog-washing station.
A granite-inlaid firepit sitting area over the water offers the ideal spot for stargazing at night and relaxing to the sound of the lapping waves in the daytime.
The epitome of waterfront luxury, the two-slip, 1,296-square-foot boathouse, accessed via a stunning granite staircase, includes upper-level living quarters as well as an extensive dock and a lower-level wet bar. Designed to complement the main cottage in form and function, the guest quarters can be conveniently reached by a catwalk, and feature large waterfront entertaining decks and docks constructed from thermally modified ash, and two cozy balconies, equally suited to soaking in the peace and quiet or al fresco entertaining. In the lower level, the cedar-lined interior, constructed exclusively with outdoor-grade materials, exudes warmth and elegance while providing all modern amenities.
Carefully designed and meticulously maintained, the exterior features of the cottage and boathouse echo the sophistication, glamour, and style of their counterparts indoors. At the front portico, and along the lake-facing side, pillars clad with granite and shake-overlap shingling gracefully support the structure while exuding tasteful Muskoka charm. Dark pewter timberthane exteriors are offset by the golden hues of cedar-inlaid soffits outfitted with pot lights and sound-system speakers. A combination of red shingle and pewter standing-seam metal make for added visual interest in a roofline charmingly characterized by peaks and gables.
A 12V charger in the heated garage, plus heated driveway, and 20-car parking ensure convenience and safety for residents and guests alike. Beside the garage, a formidable granite retaining wall contributes rustic elegance and the highest intentionality and craftsmanship. Meanwhile, a secondary deck area by the water features inlaid granite and a fire pit, equally suitable to serene relaxation or lively social gatherings.
For those looking to secure the peace of a hideaway in the midst of luxury, it doesn’t get much better than this. “Honestly, it has the privacy of a thousand-foot lot,” says Joe, “and you’re in the heart of Muskoka.”