I have listed a new property at 2619 Christie Lake Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Imagine 16 acres where the only schedule that matters is the one the river sets. This Tay River property offers more than 500 feet of untouched waterfront shoreline, the kind of setting where you hear moving water before you see it through the trees. Open meadow gives way to mature forest as you walk the land, each section suggesting a different possibility for where your home could sit, where a garden could grow, where a path could wind down to the water. The river is wide and tranquil here, perfect for paddling into Perth for a coffee or on through town toward the Rideau waterway. The shoreline has never been altered, which means you get to decide exactly how you meet the water, whether that is a dock, a gentle clearing, or a natural stone landing. Hydro is available at the road, and a road entrance is already in place. Waterfront acreage with this kind of privacy, size, and river access is something that even most locals have never seen available. You are minutes from Perth, with its heritage downtown, farmers market, and year-round community, but standing on this land you would never know it. This is where someone builds the home they have been sketching on napkins for the last ten years.

I have listed a new property at 185 Althorpe Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Some properties sell a lifestyle. This one sells a feeling. Standing on 16 acres along the Tay River with more than 430 feet of shoreline, you notice the calm first. The water is clear and unhurried, moving past a landscape of mature trees and open spaces that feels both sheltered and expansive at the same time. Paddle out from your own shore and you are connected to Perth and the broader Rideau waterway, one of Ontario's most storied canal systems. On land, the property gives you options that most waterfront lots simply cannot. Over 1,500 feet of road frontage means access is never a concern, and with hydro already at the road and a permitted entrance in place, you are not starting from scratch. Whether you envision a single home tucked among the trees or a a family estate with a workshop, guest house, and room for family to spread out, the acreage supports it. Lots like this, with real waterfront footage, proper infrastructure, and this much usable land, are a rare find in any market. Perth is minutes away. The river is right here. The only thing missing is your plans.

I have listed a new property at 2617 Christie Lake Road in Tay Valley. See details here

What would your mornings look like with 650 feet of river at your doorstep? On this 19-acre waterfront parcel along the Tay River, that question stops being hypothetical. The river runs wide and calm here, the kind of water that calls you out in a canoe at dawn and keeps you sitting on the shore long after sunset. From this stretch, you can paddle right into the heart of Perth or further out into the Rideau waterway system, a network of lakes and locks that most Canadians only ever visit on vacation. The land itself is a thoughtful mix of open spaces and mature trees, offering the freedom to site your home exactly where the view moves you most. A road entrance is already in place and hydro is available at the road, so the practical side of building is well ahead of where most vacant land starts. Waterfront acreage like this is genuinely hard to find in this part of Ontario, and it is even harder to find with infrastructure already in place. This is 19 acres of privacy, natural beauty, and a river that changes with every season, minutes from the shops and restaurants of Perth but feeling like a world that you get to have entirely to yourself. If you have been waiting for the right piece of land to build the home you have always pictured, this is the canvas.

I have listed a new property at 00 Fallbrook Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Discover your own slice of waterfront paradise on beautiful Upper Mud Lake! Set on 7.5 acres of private, natural landscape, this property offers the perfect opportunity to escape the everyday and embrace the peace and beauty of cottage country. A long driveway leads you into your own tranquil retreat, where winding trails invite you to explore the surrounding woods and enjoy the serenity of nature. Take in the beautiful lake views, spend quiet mornings by the water, or head down to the dock to enjoy everything waterfront living has to offer. Whether you're dreaming of a private getaway, a place to build lasting family memories, or a peaceful setting to enjoy the outdoors, this property offers endless potential. Experience the beauty, privacy, and relaxed pace of life on Upper Mud Lake!

I have listed a new property at 793 Powers Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Exquisite country home with attractive farmhouse style and traditional wrap-about verandah. Built in 2023 on 1.8 peacefully private acres, 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom home offers 3517sf of luxury elegance and generous spaces. The home's rich mahogany front doors add to its appealing character. Elegant foyer extra large for ease of greetings guests. Well-appointed home with high tray ceilings, large windows, natural light, luxury vinyl plank floors, energy efficiencies and smart technology. Living, dining and kitchen are open, while still maintaining their own distinct character and purpose. Living room soaring 20' cathedral ceiling, wet bar and woodburning fireplace. Gracious dining area with walls of windows overlooking outdoors. Kitchen a culinary showpiece with tray ceiling, white custom cabinetry and quartz counters, offset by iron lantern pendants. Designed for the family, kitchen has 6-burner gas stove, electric grill, pot filler and grand island-breakfast bar that seats five. For extra prep and storage, walk-in pantry with bright window. Main floor primary retreat has trim light around tray ceiling, walk-in closet and luxury 5-pc ensuite with two-sink quartz vanity, soaker tub and spa shower. Main floor second bedrm, 4-pc bathrm, powder room, laundry room and family-sized mudroom. Second floor big family room, or 5th bedroom, with attached 4-pc bathrm. Two more bedrooms, each with walk-in closet and 4-pc quartz ensuite. Lower level 2,263sf additional family space or in-law suite. Partly finished, lower level has 9' ceilings, radiant floor heat, rough-ins for two bathrms and separate access. Well built ICF home with extra insulation, heat pump and Generac. Attached insulated 3-car garage with EV rough-in, hot&cold water plus access to main & lower level. Garage's loft includes rough-in for bathroom. Detached single garage with hydro. Composite decks overlook inground salt-water pool. Kids will also love the tree fort. Paved driveway and paved road, 10 mins to Perth

I have listed a new property at 793 Powers Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Set on a quiet, tree-lined paved road, this three-year-old home sits on a private 1.87-acre lot with room to grow in every direction - a rare combination of scale, quality, and thoughtful design.At the heart of the home, a soaring family room with 20-foot ceilings, a wall of windows overlooking the treed lot, and a wood-burning fireplace creates a space you won't want to leave. The main floor is built for real life: a dedicated office, main-floor laundry, two pantries, a mudroom, and a layout that flows effortlessly from everyday living to large-scale entertaining. The kitchen anchors it all, finished with appliances and materials chosen without compromise. Rounding out the main floor are the primary suite - with an ensuite that has to be seen to be believed - and a guest room with its own bath.Five bedrooms in total (or four, plus a second-floor family room), each with a private bath, bring the home to 5.5 bathrooms above grade. Every detail, from the aesthetic to the functional, has been considered with equal care, and it shows throughout.A three-car attached garage plus a separate detached garage offer exceptional storage and workspace for vehicles, equipment, or hobbies. And what you can't see matters just as much: energy efficiency and smart home technology were built into this home from the ground up, not tacked on after. The unfinished basement adds another 2,640 square feet of potential, with nine-foot ceilings, in-floor radiant heat, a separate entrance, and rough-ins for two bathrooms - ready to become a future suite, recreation space, or income-generating opportunity. Above the garage, a 480-square-foot unfinished loft with a bath rough-in adds even more flexibility.Outside, a large deck and front porch make the most of the wooded, private setting, and a saltwater pool extends the summer season. Over 7,300 square feet across all three levels. Want even more privacy? Ask about the adjacent lot, available separately.

I have listed a new property at 243 Colin Farmer Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Facing west on Otty Lake for spectacular sunsets, welcoming family home tucked into picturesque private acre. Thoughtfully designed, the 3+1 bedroom, 3 full bathroom home offers big family spaces full of natural light. Front foyer white and bright with lovely stained glass window and stately French doors opening to deep closet. Living room generous both in size and flex spaces. Patio doors all along one wall provide endless lake views. Architecturally handsome stone fireplace complements the space and has efficient wood-burning insert with built-in fan circulating the warmth. Adjoining the living room is sitting area/den with large window. Also open to living room is kitchen with amazing extra-long island facing the lake. As you prep food, the lake is right there. All renovated in 2020, the kitchen's custom cherry wood cabinetry accents quartz counters and textured ceramic backsplash. Butler's pantry cheerfully airy with windows and extra cabinet storage. Sunny open dining room overlooks the lake, with more fabulous views. Several sets of patio doors lead to new 2020 deck with glass railings for full lake views. This home offers flexibility such as main floor bedroom and a 3-pc bathroom with quartz vanity. Second floor has your primary suite with full wall of closets and phenomenal views of the lake; 4-pc luxury ensuite ceramic rain head shower and two custom quartz vanities, one with make-up table. Two more bedrooms and 4-pc bathroom also on second floor. Lower level family room overlooks the spectacular lake. Lower level office nook, cold room, gym & storage; the laundry room is welcoming with chic herringbone ceramic floor, sink & counter for folding. Lower level also has door to outside. Architectural roof shingles 2020. Propane furnace 2024. Electrical 200 amp, 2020 panel. Propane hot water on demand. Waterfront 153' with 2021 Dockmaster dock, approx 7' deep at end. On private road, maintenance & snow plowing $400/2025. 20 mins Smiths Falls or 10 mins Perth

I have listed a new property at 1394 Black Lake North Shore in Tay Valley. See details here

Forget the dock that bottoms out by August. Here, you've got roughly 15 to 20 feet of water off the dock, the kind of depth that means proper swimming, diving, and a boat that stays afloat even through a dry summer. Welcome to 1394 Black Lake North Shore, a three-season cottage made for long days on the water and easy evenings with nowhere else to be. Inside, the open floor plan keeps everyone in the same room whether they're cooking, playing cards, or just landed from the lake. A spacious sunroom stretches across the waterside of the cottage, with oversized windows framing the lake and surrounding trees. It's the natural morning-coffee spot, the rainy-day retreat, and the place you'll still be sitting long after the sun starts to disappear. Three bedrooms give you room for family and friends, while a simple one-bath layout keeps cottage life exactly that: simple. Outside, the deck overlooks the water, with a hot tub positioned for late-night soaks beneath the stars. A detached garage with power gives you plenty of space for boats, tools, toys, and hobbies. The practical pieces are already handled too, including a steel roof and low-maintenance finishes, leaving more of your weekends for swimming, paddling, boating, and doing very little at all. Deep water is one of those cottage features you can't easily add later. Here, it comes with the property.

I have listed a new property at 243 Colin Farmer Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Facing west on Otty Lake for spectacular sunsets, welcoming family home tucked into picturesque private acre. Thoughtfully designed, the 3+1 bedroom, 3 full bathroom home offers big family spaces full of natural light. Front foyer white and bright with lovely stained glass window and stately French doors opening to deep closet. Living room generous both in size and flex spaces. Patio doors all along one wall provide endless lake views. Architecturally handsome stone fireplace complements the space and has efficient wood-burning insert with built-in fan circulating the warmth. Adjoining the living room is sitting area/den with large window. Also open to living room is kitchen with amazing extra-long island facing the lake. As you prep food, the lake is right there. All renovated in 2020, the kitchen's custom cherry wood cabinetry accents quartz counters and textured ceramic backsplash. Butler's pantry cheerfully airy with windows and extra cabinet storage. Sunny open dining room overlooks the lake, with more fabulous views. Several sets of patio doors lead to new 2020 deck with glass railings for full lake views. This home offers flexibility such as main floor bedroom and a 3-pc bathroom with quartz vanity. Second floor has your primary suite with full wall of closets and phenomenal views of the lake; 4-pc luxury ensuite ceramic rain head shower and two custom quartz vanities, one with make-up table. Two more bedrooms and 4-pc bathroom also on second floor. Lower level family room overlooks the spectacular lake. Lower level office nook, cold room, gym & storage; the laundry room is welcoming with chic herringbone ceramic floor, sink & counter for folding. Lower level also has door to outside. Architectural roof shingles 2020. Propane furnace 2024. Electrical 200 amp, 2020 panel. Propane hot water on demand. Waterfront 153' with 2021 Dockmaster dock, approx 7' deep at end. On private road, maintenance & snow plowing $400/2025. 20 mins Smiths Falls or 10 mins Perth

I have listed a new property at 194 Tay Ridge Drive in Tay Valley. See details here

Welcome to Tay Ridge Village, where life means trading square footage for freedom and choosing comfort and community. The security of ownership with right size overhead. The thoughtfully designed Brixton Model blends style and functionality, offering an inviting living room with an optional fireplace, perfect for quiet evenings or gathering with family and friends. Functional kitchen with plenty of storage space allows for optional configuration with center island. Two spacious bedrooms with build-in storage and a four-piece bathroom complete the home. Set on helical anchors, the design provides practical space for essential utilities. Personalize the layout and finishes to suit your lifestyle, then have your new home delivered exactly as envisioned in 2027. Lot ownership is by way of an occupancy agreement with the Community Cooperative Corporation. The images include the virtual design of Brixton model and photos of completed home by same builder but different model. Become part of the community located just minutes from downtown Perth, 45 minutes from Ottawa and 1 hour away from Kingston.