I have listed a new property at 28 COLBORNE Street in Rideau Lakes. See details here

In popular tourist destination of Portland Village on the shores of Big Rideau Lake, large grocery store with 10,500 sq ft and exposure on three roads. The store has high visibility and signage on busy Hwy 15 that is major traffic route. Of the store's 10,500 sq ft, approx 4,500 sq ft is the grocery section. Plus, you also have deli, bakery, offices, loading dock and basement storage areas. Fully equipped with all that you need to operate a one-stop shop including expansive prep areas and lotto sales. Equipment included. Opportunity to improve profits with modernizing and increasing sales of local crafts, specialties and gourmet items. Electrical panels 1000 amps. Plenty of street parking available. Zoning is Local Commercial which permits many uses. The store is located on half an acre, room to grow your own produce. A gem with immense business potential, especially since nearest grocery store competitor is 15 min drive away. And, busy area with visitors coming to town to enjoy Big Rideau Lake attractions such as swimming beaches, boat launches, houseboat rentals.

I have listed a new property at 638-640 Bellows Bay Pt Road in Rideau Lakes. See details here

On Big Rideau Lake in a quiet bay is lovely upgraded cottage with 1.3 private acres and 210 ft lakefront. Facing south, in the morning you have glorious sunrises over the lake. During the day, you can watch the sun move across the sky. Evenings bring the amazing sunsets. The cottage is most inviting with its robin-egg blue trim and honey-hued wood siding. Inside is as welcoming as outside with quality finished pine floors and vaulted ceiling of matching warm pine. Fresh white walls create bright airy sense of space while enhancing the wood decor. The open living, dining and kitchen all have full views of the lake through big windows. The kitchen is a delight with its decorative accent and u-shaped design. Kitchen offers prep areas, two-door 2023 Samsung refrigerator and 5-burner Jenn Air stove. Contemporary patio doors open to the expansive wrap-about wide deck. Three restful bedrooms with warm pine accents and soothing décor. Three-piece bathroom has a shower. New windows and doors installed approx two years ago. Durable metal roof installed 2012. Tucked into one corner of the deck is newly built 2024 change cabin with attractive cedar-shake siding and sturdy metal roof. The cabin is perfect for kids to change out of wet swim suits, before entering the cottage. For visiting guests, extra space provided in the endearing bunkie that blends beautifully into the surroundings. Under the deck is enclosed storage and workshop area. Two firepits for evening stargazing and s'mores. Birds love being here too, including osprey, herons, geese and ducks. The lake is full of large & small mouth bass, pike, walleye and lake trout. Bass spawning beds are near the bay's shoreline. The cottage's 1.3 woodland acres consists of two separate lots, each with their own legal description. Surveys available for the cottage lot and vacant lot. Starlink available. Access to the cottage is by boat only; approx 1 km across the bay is the Portland marina with boat slip and also boat storage.

I have listed a new property at 3 Tower Road in Rideau Lakes. See details here

Enjoy peaceful country living on a quiet street in this warm and inviting family home set on a beautiful treed lot offering privacy and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy year-round. The spacious eat-in kitchen is perfect for everyday living and entertaining, featuring rich wood countertops, stainless steel appliances, a stylish glass tile backsplash, and durable tile flooring. The bright and welcoming living room showcases gleaming hardwood floors, a vaulted ceiling, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace that creates the perfect atmosphere for relaxing evenings with family and friends. Just a few steps up, the bedroom level offers hardwood flooring throughout. The primary bedroom includes access to a private deck - an ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee while overlooking the peaceful property. Two additional well-sized bedrooms and a beautifully maintained 4-piece bathroom complete this level, providing comfortable space for a growing family or guests. The fully finished lower level adds excellent additional living space and features a large bedroom, a comfortable family room with a wood stove, plus a convenient 2-piece bathroom and laundry area. This versatile level is ideal for teenagers, guests, a home office, or extended family living. Step outside and take in the private outdoor setting complete with mature trees, expansive yard space, a children's play structure, gazebo, and detached 2-car garage. Set well back from the main road, the property offers exceptional front and backyard space ideal for gardening, entertaining, family activities, or simply unwinding in a peaceful country setting. There is plenty of room to enjoy outdoor living in every season. Conveniently located with an easy 10-15 minute commute to Perth and Smiths Falls, and just minutes to the Big Rideau for boating, fishing, and recreation. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the charm of country living while remaining close to nearby amenities. 24 hours irrevocable on all offers.

I have listed a new property at 4712 Briton Houghton Bay Road in Rideau Lakes. See details here

Tucked into sheltered cove on Big Rideau Lake, enchanting lakehouse offers idyllic setting for your year-round retreat. With coveted western exposure, enjoy spectacular sunsets. The 255 ft of lakefront includes sandy beach, floating dock and two-slip boathouse with lift. Mature shade trees and perennial gardens add to the calm creating a serene lakeside escape. Welcoming foyer with floor-to-ceiling closets. Comfortable living room with efficient wood-burning fireplace and panoramic lake views. Extra-wide opening leads to expansive sitting room with flex space and wall of windows showcasing the lake. Show-stopper screened sunroom that's perfect for relaxed gatherings and informal dining, all the while admiring the lake's natural beauty. The kitchen is well-appointed with contemporary décor, abundant storage and extensive prep space. Ideal for indoor-outdoor entertaining, the wall of windows above kitchen counter open to courtyard bistro to keep conversation flowing with friends & family. Butler's pantry off kitchen has added prep space and includes hook-ups for washer & dryer. Home office, Starlink & cell service available. Main floor bedroom and 3-pc bathroom with luxury glass shower of travertine tile and rain head shower. Upstairs primary bedroom has large closet, 2-pc ensuite and phenomenal lake views. Guests or extended family rest easy in charming guest cabin overlooking lake. Well-equipped, the guest cabin has kitchenette, electric fireplace, eating & sleeping areas plus, running water & RV toilet. Woodshed & garden shed for storage & tools. Boathouse 21.8' x 32' with hydro, manual lift, storage area & automatic garage door. Aluminum dock has extended floating dock, 6'- 8' deep at end. Shoreline features sunset deck, firepit & swing. Kids will love playing at the sandy beach with shallow water that gradually gets deeper. Located on township road with garbage pickup, mail delivery & school bus pickup. 25 mins Smiths Falls or Perth; 1 hr Kingston or Ottawa.

I have listed a new property at 399 Grady Road E in Rideau Lakes. See details here

Secluded solitude on 198 acres with approx 2 km of waterfront along small lake, Black Creek. Surrounded by complete privacy, walk-out bungalow offers impressive light-filled spaces full of panoramic lake views. The home has 3,515sf on main floor and 3,100sf finished on lower level; total of 4+2 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. White bright foyer has marble floor and double closet. Off the foyer is welcoming den with half walls defining the room while providing clear sightlines of other living areas. Livingroom lovely 5-sided bay windows with forever views of the great outdoors. Great Room 12' vaulted ceiling showcases familyroom, kitchen and dining area. Kitchen one of style, with modern ceramic floor and light-hued solid oak cabinetry accented by marble knobs. Countertops and breakfast bar-island are a fusion of marble and black quartz. Next to kitchen is dinette with marble tile floor. Patio doors open to covered deck and screened porch for relaxing summer afternoons. Primary suite a winner with its dramatic drop ceiling and large windows; walk-in closet, 5-pc ensuite and garden door to deck. Main floor has three more bedrooms, 5-pc bathroom, powder room and laundry room. Lower level amazing big sunny rooms with laminate floors; one rec room has wet bar, the other has space for pool table. Lower level familyroom with woodstove, games room, den/office, two bedrms & five-pc bathrm. Radiant floor heating flows thru-out lower level. Upstairs, radiant floor heat in kitchen, bathroom, ensuite, mudroom and foyer. The other rooms heated by efficient air handler with propane boiler. Attached double garage insulated, drywalled and has wood storage room. Auto Generac. Besides frontage on the lake, the property also has private pond that attracts an array of wildlife. Only four other residents on Black Creek lake, that is shared with a family of swans. Located on township maintained road with garbage pickup & school bus route. Starlink internet. 15 mins Westport or 25 mins Perth.

I have listed a new property at 145 Mallens Road in Rideau Lakes. See details here

Tucked away on a quiet dead end road, this beautifully crafted log home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and year-round outdoor enjoyment on 8.7 acres of scenic woodland. Built in 2013, the home welcomes you with a stunning vaulted ceiling, a cozy fireplace, and expansive gable windows that frame the surrounding forest like living artwork, bringing in natural light and ever changing views of wildlife. The main level features two bedrooms, while the upper loft offers a versatile office or studio space, along with a spacious primary retreat complete with a full 4pc ensuite. A covered walkway connects the home to the oversized garage, which is much more than just parking! Above, you'll find a fully finished loft with a living room and bedroom, complete with its own heat and A/C (mini split and electric fireplace), making it ideal for guests, extended family, additional workspace, or potential for in-law suite. Both the home and garage are equipped with in-floor heating for efficient, year round comfort. Outside, explore your own private trail system winding through the trees, complete with charming wooden bridges. In the winter months, enjoy the rare luxury of skating through the forest right on your own property! Additional features include an EV charger outlet, exceptional privacy, and a setting that feels like a true escape, while still being within reach of everyday amenities - only 4 minutes to Elgin for groceries, schools, restaurants and shops. 7 minutes to Sand Lake, 20 mins to Westport, 41 mins to Kingston, 38 mins to Perth.

I have listed a new property at 352 Highway 15 in Rideau Lakes. See details here

Two complete homes, one connected life. Set on just under an acre at the edge of Smiths Falls, this updated home was made for the way families actually live, together, but with space to be separate when it counts. The main residence offers two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a bright vaulted kitchen and dining area with skylights, a movable island, and generous cabinetry. A south-facing picture window floods the living room with natural light through every season. The real story here is the in-law suite. Fully self-contained with its own entrance, full kitchen, living room, bright bedroom, and 4-piece bath, it's move-in ready for parents, adult kids, guests, or rental income. The two units share a stacked laundry and run efficiently on a central electric furnace (2023) and A/C (2021). And if life changes, the layout converts back to a single 3+ bedroom home without a gut job. Downstairs, the basement has served as a woodworking shop for years and stays ready for hobbies or storage. The attached double garage adds everyday utility, and a 23' x 13' outbuilding at the back of the lot is a blank canvas, ready to become your workshop, studio, or future bunkie. Big-ticket updates are already done: shingles (2024), kitchen skylights (2022), siding and windows (2020), attic insulation, and spray foam in the crawl space (2021). Whether you're building a multi-generational setup or looking for a property that pays part of its own mortgage, this one gives you options, just minutes from town.

I have listed a new property at 51 Otter Lake Road in Rideau Lakes. See details here

Paddler's Paradise! Modern roundhouse living on 7.3 acres with creek and lake water frontage, this is your sustainable escape from the city. Built in 2017 with energy-efficient ICF construction, this architecturally striking home blends contemporary design with intentional, low-impact living. Radiant in-floor heating (boiler system), solar panels, LED exterior lighting, and exceptionally low utility costs make this a smart choice for those who value comfort and sustainability. Inside, the open concept kitchen, living, and dining space is bright and welcoming beneath the sweeping circular design. Two bedrooms and a beautifully finished bathroom with a pebble stone bath/shower and dramatic dome skylight bring spa-like warmth to the heart of the home. Step outside to 7.3 private acres where Otter Creek winds through the property to Otter Lake. Natural lake frontage creates a haven for wildlife and a true connection to nature. Expect visits from deer and playful otters! Launch your canoe or kayak and explore at your own pace on this spring-fed lake with swimming, fishing, and iconic loon calls at dusk while you sit by the campfire. A boat shed, three wood sheds, fire pit, and attached single-car garage complete the package. Simple living doesn't mean remote. Just 18 minutes to Perth, 14 minutes to Smiths Falls, 1 hour to Kingston, and an easy 3.5 hour drive to Toronto. Spend a Saturday wine touring in Prince Edward County or working remotely with nature as your backdrop. Downsize. Unplug. Live intentionally.

I have listed a new property at 114 Lb 7a Railroad Street in Rideau Lakes. See details here

There are waterfront homes, and then there are homes that feel inseparable from the water. This light-filled retreat on Lower Beverley Lake belongs firmly in the latter category. Completely transformed by a major renovation just six years ago, this property offers the rare combination of a like-new home built just steps from the shoreline. New loft, kitchen, windows and doors, siding, lighting, electrical, a metal roof, and a full-length composite deck spanning the front of the home ensure years of worry-free enjoyment. In 2024, a beautiful three-season sunspace with gas fireplace deepened the indoor-outdoor connection, followed by a new bathroom in 2025 and a brand-new ensuite in 2026. To call this home "like new" is no exaggeration.There is something about this property that invites slow mornings. Sunlight pours through a wall of windows, and catching the shimmer of the water from inside can quite literally take your breath away. A deep exhale. A quiet sigh. This is the kind of place that slows you down without asking.What truly sets this home apart is something that can no longer be recreated. You simply can't build this close to the water anymore. The lake feels present in every room, with expansive views across the bay and a powerful sense of connection whether you're inside or out.The large, level lot invites lawn games, gatherings, and relaxed afternoons by the water. A flagstone sitting area with fire pit offers space for a crowd and long evenings under the stars. Inside, the layout is equally accommodating, with two bedrooms and a spacious loft that easily fits multiple beds while still leaving room to move. Need even more space? A generous bunkie with wood stove is ready to host overflow guests in every season. Lower Beverley Lake is a gem, and this home is something truly special. Nothing to do but move in, exhale, and begin enjoying the lake life you've been dreaming of.