I have listed a new property at 1374 Black Lake North Shore Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Welcome to this modern lakefront cottage retreat, perfectly designed to capture stunning waterfront views and year-round enjoyment. Set on a private lake & surrounded by mature trees, this property offers exceptional privacy along with the convenience of year-round road access. A beautiful sandy beach and dock create the perfect setting for swimming, boating, and relaxing by the water. The main level features two bedrooms & full bathroom w/heated flooring , along w/a bright and inviting open-concept living space. The well-appointed kitchen includes a breakfast bar overlooking the lake, a walk-in pantry, & dedicated eating area. A welcoming family room with wood-burning fireplace completes the space, creating the perfect gathering area while enjoying scenic lake views through large picture windows that flood the home with natural light. The fully finished walk-out lower level offers excellent additional living space w/a large bedroom, full bathroom, second family room, laundry area, & ample storage-ideal for guests or extended family. Outdoor living is exceptional with two levels of entertaining space. A large upper balcony runs the full width of the home, offering plenty of room for seating & enjoying elevated views of the lake. Below, the covered patio provides a comfortable outdoor lounge area w/sliding doors connecting to the lower level. The shoreline features a beautiful sandy beach with a gentle entry into the water, creating an ideal space for swimming, lounging in the sun, or enjoying time by the lake with family & friends. The dock provides easy access for boating & waterfront recreation. The exterior features vertical hardboard siding, giving the home a rustic yet modern cottage feel. This well-maintained waterfront property on a private lake is the perfect four-season getaway or full-time residence, combining privacy, natural beauty, and year-round accessibility while maximizing light, space, and breathtaking views. 24 hrs irrevocable on all offers.

I have listed a new property at 18318 Hwy 7 Highway in Tay Valley. See details here

Prime Location on Highway 7 near Perth. Many advantages to this 0.34-acre commercial property offering excellent exposure and accessibility with plenty of paved parking along the busy Highway 7 corridor just west of Perth. Positioned for both local and through traffic it provides an opportunity for investors and business owners seeking a versatile site in a high-visibility location at the corner of an intersection. General Commercial (C) Zone offers a wide range of permitted uses including retail store, restaurant, hotel/motel, vehicle sales or rental establishment, bank, service station, clinic, professional or business offices, personal services, recreational facilities, tradespersons establishment, community services, and more - Buyer to verify intended use. Ideal for owner-operator or investor looking to develop a high-profile commercial site. This property provides the opportunity to build a foundation for long-term success. 4 Mins west of Perth. 25 mins to Carleton Place. I Hr to Kingston or Ottawa.

I have listed a new property at 889 Jones Point Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Upgraded home on Big Rideau Lake, with the amazing panoramic lake views. Lovely family home on the lake or, your wonderful vacation retreat for any time of the year. Light bright bungalow offers expansive spaces inside and out for easy living - plus, all fenced yard is perfect for pets and young children. Freshly painted in 2024, the three bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home has large welcoming foyer with big closet. Livingroom stone fireplace includes energy-efficient pellet stove insert with new 2025 blower fan. Wide patio doors open to huge expansive deck that keeps you connected to the outdoors, facing southeast over the lake. Extra-large dining area open to living room and is adjacent to contemporary kitchen with ledger stone backsplash and lovely birch cabinetry. Relaxing den offers you extra flex space. Den also opens to sitting nook with more patio doors to the deck. Main floor powder room and laundry station. Comfortable primary bedroom with attractive tongue & groove pine ceiling. Two more good-sized bedrooms. The 4-pc bathroom updated 2023 with shiplap wall and rain head shower-tub. Home has heat pump for heating and, cooling with 2020 mini-split wall unit. Updated vinyl windows and sliding doors are 3 to 6 yrs old. Roof shingles new 2020. Hook up in place for a generator. Detached single car garage has hydro. Guest Bunkie completely insulated and has patio doors to its own wrap-about 2022 covered deck. For toys and tools, you have garden shed, storage shed plus small coverall. Gentle, slightly sloping, access to the 128 ft waterfront with boat lift and a dock that's 6' deep at end. Shoreline clear for swimming and has shallow area for young children. Big Rideau Lake is the largest and deepest lake in the Rideau Canal System with great boating and fishing for Lake Trout, Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass plus Northern Pike. Bell hi-speed and satellite available. Cell service. Private road fee for maintenance and snow plowing is approx $400/year. Just 15 mins to Perth.

I have listed a new property at 109 Bennett Lake Road in Tay Valley. See details here

TWO ACRE LOT IN FALLBROOK READY FOR COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT. HYDRO ONSITE ALREADY (200 AMP). WELL AND SEPTIC REQ'D. RESIDENTIAL BUILDING IS PERMITTED WHEN COMMERCIAL BUILDING IS IN PLACE

I have listed a new property at 121 Ernest Way in Tay Valley. See details here

Elegant walkout bungalow built in 2022, with impressive balance of architecture style and modern contemporary design. Front Cortona stone with accents of quality Maibec wood siding, they both complement each other while blending into the surrounding two acres. Front porch graciously welcomes you with set of beveled glass doors that open into big bright foyer and double closet. The open floor plan is a palette of calming soft colours and full of natural light flowing in from all the tall windows. Modern hardwood, laminate and ceramic flooring through this spacious 3+2 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home. Living room has showcase recessed shelving next to propane fireplace that is the ideal gathering place for family and friends. Dining area defined by attractive drop ceiling plus wrap-around windows and patio doors to deck. You'll love the kitchen with its two-tone cabinetry, gold-accent hardware, quartz countertops and subway tile backsplash; grand chef island-breakfast bar fits 4-5 comfortably. Primary suite retreat includes quality blackout curtains and full wall of closets; luxurious ensuite quartz vanity, makeup nook, touch-light mirrors, soaker tub and glass shower with luxury body-spa showerhead. Two more large bedrooms. Main bathroom quartz vanity, touch-light mirror and clock display; shower has exotic tile and body-spa showerhead. Main floor laundry room with cabinets and window. Lower level features luxury vinyl floors and pot lights. Rec room patio doors open to outdoors. Family room has area for entertainment centre. Den provides flex space, could be hobby room or office. Lower level also has two more bedrooms; one includes walk-in closet. Lower level 3-pc bathroom quartz vanity, touch-light mirror and soaker tub, Both lower and main floors access attached double garage with its storage loft and yard door. Architectural roof shingles. And, under Tarion warranty. Located on township paved road with school bus pickup. Hi-speed and cell service. 10 mins to Perth.

I have listed a new property at 115 Doran Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Woodland 5 private acres with meandering creek. This building lot has mature hardwoods and softwoods. Picturesque topography with hills on either side of a valley where Doran Creek flows seasonally. Wonderful habitant for birds, frogs and wildlife. You have easy access to the land via a township maintained road. Driveway installed with entrance permit, gravel and municipal number. The land also has secondary non-conforming entrance directly from Hwy 7. Survey available. Hydro and Bell services are available on the lot. Curbside garage pickup and also on school bus route. Cell and Internet services available in area. Bonus is that HST is included in the purchase price. Fire Station just 6 minutes away, approx. 8 km, for potential insurance discounts. Close to town amenities. 10 mins to Perth or 25 mins to Carleton Place. 1 hour to Ottawa or Kingston.

I have listed a new property at 100 NAGLE Way in Tay Valley. See details here

Lovely Long Lake is a joy, all seasons. Winter sparkles with beauty as you skate and cross-country ski on the lake. Summers full of fun swimming, boating and fishing. Home is big and beautiful, with light-filled flex spaces for all your family and friends. Located at the end of a quiet road, the home sits on 7 woodland acres. The sun rising and then setting over the lake makes every day special. In the evenings, the moon and stars are magical. Watch all this beauty outside on decks or inside via endless walls of window. The Great Room welcome you with its soaring ceiling and handsome fireplace with efficient woodburning insert. Open to the Great Room is the sunny dining room with wall of windows framing the lake. Family room is place to relax by the woodstove and enjoy the south and west panoramic lake views. Calming sitting nook encourages quiet times for reflection. Patio doors open to covered deck for lounging or gatherings. Contemporary brand new 2025 kitchen has island-breakfast bar where mornings welcome you with sunrises over the lake. Main floor bedroom is possible primary; main 4-pc spa bathroom has soaker tub. Main floor laundry station includes 2021 washer & dryer. Upstairs is three-piece bathroom and two bedrooms, with one also being your possible primary. Walkout lower level bright airy family room (or 5th bedroom) has patio doors to tiered Trex balcony with glass railing. Lower level den currently set up as bedroom; and, one more bedroom with patio doors to its own balcony. Lower level also has new 2021 three-piece bathroom. Hot water on demand 2021. Auto plug-in for a generator. Roof 2018 with quality fiberglass 40yr shingles. Attached oversized double garage insulated, finished and has workshop area with 220V. Gently treed landscaped yard leads to 608' of waterfront. Dock 9' deep at end for swimming, boating or, just sitting. High speed & cell service. Neighbours share snow plowing & maintenance for Nagel Way road; road fee $500/yr. 15 mins to Perth.

I have listed a new property at 462 Althorpe Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Outstanding. With smooth clean lines this 2022 home offers a sophisticated presence and, its unparalleled construction creates a wealth of efficiencies. The exterior steel siding is eye catching with its attractive slate-hued finish, accented by earthy warm cedar. The design elements blend flawlessly into 3 peaceful country acres. Step inside to the sleek foyer featuring white bright décor enhanced by double closet's charcoal glass panels; elegance added by the porcelain floor and glass chandelier. Flooring thru-out 3+1 bed, 2 full bath home is porcelain tile plus, luxury vinyl plank with cork cushioning for sound absorption - you will appreciate this with every step. Ceilings 9' high, light cascades inside thru big windows and living spaces insulated for sound separation from the bedrooms. Livingroom linear propane fireplace is surrounded by showcase porcelain wall. Impeccable gourmet kitchen most welcoming with Cambria quartz countertops, custom Deslaurier cabinetry, generous breakfast bar and premium Bosch appliances including two built-in ovens. Adjoining butler's pantry and sitting area. Primary suite calming retreat with two large closets and luxurious 5-pc ensuite porcelain floor, two-sink quartz vanity, rainhead glass shower with body-spray tower and deluxe soaker tub. Two more bedrooms and well-appointed 4-pc bathroom also with porcelain floor, quartz vanity, touchscreen mirror and rainhead shower with body-spray. Lower level 8' ceilings, R22 insulation and potential for in-law suite with rough-ins for kitchen and bathroom. From lower level, direct access to double attached garage with hookup for overhead propane heater. Adding to home's ultra-modern design and commitment to quality is superior steel roof with protective membrane & R60 insulation. Steel fascia has recessed soffit lighting. High energy-efficient Kohltech windows & propane furnace. Underground hydro line from road to home. On paved township road. Cell service & hi-speed. 10 mins Perth.

I have listed a new property at 211 Meadow Lane Court in Tay Valley. See details here

Just north of Maberly in Bennett Lake Estates, this 21-acre forested retreat includes its own natural mountain, with sweeping views of Bennett Lake and the mixed, mature forest below. Carefully thinned and tended over the years, the woods feel open yet wild, with over 250 feet of natural shoreline accessible by a short flight of steps. Watch the breeze ripple across the lake, trace the shifting colours of the seasons, and at night, lie back under a sky filled with stars, far from city lights. Located at the very end of Meadow Lane Court, the property offers deep privacy, with no neighbours in sight. The simple one-bedroom, one-bath cabin is finished with cedar harvested from the land and includes power and running water. With basic insulation and a quality woodstove, it's usable year-round-whether as a quiet retreat, future bunkie, or a practical base while you design and build a true four-season home atop the mountain. Several outbuildings add both charm and function, including a garage, woodshed, garden shed, gazebo, and bathhouse. From the high building site, long views follow the length of Bennett Lake, inviting days spent boating, fishing, or swimming from your own shore. The surrounding forest encourages hiking, snowshoeing, and ATV or snowmobile adventures, with the Tay Valley recreational trail just fifteen minutes away. As a resident of Bennett Lake Estates, you have deeded shared access to the community's two private waterfront lots, one with boat launch. Private road with maintenance and snow plowing $450/year. Perth is approximately 25 minutes away and Kanata just over an hour. What begins as a quiet escape may soon feel like the place your days were always meant to begin.