I have listed a new property at 320 Pike Lake Route 12 Road in Tay Valley. See details here

On Pike Lake, palatial setting with grand living and leisure spaces for the extended family who enjoys gathering together and entertaining. Tucked into private, exquisitely landscaped, acre is resplendent custom walkout bungalow. You also have exceptional 3-car garage-workshop with attached luxury apartment plus phenomenal 4000sf loft for game nights, memorable celebrations and quiet times. Outdoors is like a resort with Tiki bar, band shelter, gazebo, patio, decks, hot tub & bunkie. The 318' lakefront faces west for spectacular sunsets and, has dock with boat lift. The bungalow home showcases premium quality & family comfort. Big welcoming foyer with double closet. Stain glass doors to sun-filled living room with Jotul propane stove, patio doors to wrap-about deck & wall of windows overlooking lake. This wall of windows continues thru dining area to adjoining gourmet kitchen. With gracious style, kitchen offers slate floor, granite counter, island-breakfast bar, Butler pantry and panoramic lake views. Two sets of patio doors to deck & propane BBQ hookup. Main floor has two bedrooms plus 3-pc granite bathrm. Ultimate laundry room sink, endless cabinets, pull-out drying rack & folding table. Mudroom door to deck. Upper floor, primary retreat has ledgerstone propane fireplace, two walk-in closets & patio doors to private deck. Upper floor 2nd bedroom access to another private deck. Sparkling 4-pc bathroom double sink vanity & dressing table. Detached 3-car garage-workshop has huge gym plus, attached apartment/in-law suite featuring cozy propane fireplace stove in livingroom, contemporary kitchen with breakfast bar, large bedrm, 5-pc bathrm & laundry room. The remarkable loft is world onto itself; lounge, propane fireplace, solid cherry wet bar, space for pool table & home theatre. Loft also has 900sf private office & 2 workstations. Home & apartment/loft each has 2023 propane furnace/central air. Private road upkeep & snow removal $1,048/24. 15 mins Westport or Perth.

I have listed a new property at 308 Scott Court in Tay Valley. See details here

Lakefront luxury living on 6 lovely acres along Bennett Lake. Located in prestigious Bennett Lake Estates, exceptional walkout Scandinavian log home with traditional warmth of log construction while offering bright contemporary spaces. The 3bed, 2 full bath home's honey-hue logs create light-filled airy rooms that enhance the grand open floor plan. Welcoming wrap-about deck opens to Great Room and kitchen featuring impressive slate floors and efficient Jotul fireplace stove. Cathedral ceiling 16' high, wall of soaring windows and garden doors to extensive, entertainment-sized, deck. Gleaming kitchen showcases upscale white cabinetry including elegant glass display cabinets; the complementary ebony toned island-breakfast bar is designed for casual dining or family gatherings. Sun soaked den/office has windows on all sides and garden door to upper deck. Wonderful sunroom with cascading Weatherwall windows and access to upper deck. Main floor primary bedroom and 4-pc bathroom with slate floor, two-sink vanity plus shower with slate wall. Upstairs is huge open loft for flex space or bedroom, with finished pine plank flooring. Lower level family room walkout double doors to covered stone patio with picture-perfect views of the lake. Lower level also has rec room, two bedrooms with sliding barn doors and 4 pc bathroom of porcelain sink, extra deep soaker tub plus rainhead glass shower. Detached double garage 60 amps with 250V, concrete floor and overhead heater. Attached to garage is charming covered porch, for times of quiet reflection. Both home & garage have metal roof. Waterfront 319', sandy, rocky and natural. Shoreline is shallow and then deepens. End of dock 8-10' for swimming, fishing & boating. Bennett Lake connects to Fagan Lake for extended boating. As resident of Bennett Lake Estates, you have deeded shared access to the community's two private waterfront lots, one with a boat launch. Private road with maintenance and snow plowing $450/year. 30 mins to Perth

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 473 Ennis Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Set along a quiet country road that winds through forest and meadow, this modern log home rests on 2.6 acres near Bennett Lake. Surrounded by a cedar rail fence and open fields, it feels timeless and secluded, with only the soft presence of grazing cattle beyond. The back deck looks across meadow and forest, a perfect vantage for watching mist lift in the morning or autumn colour settle over the treeline. Out front, the verandah invites long evenings with friends, or a quiet soak in the hot tub beneath sunsets and stars. Inside, the home combines the warmth of exposed logs with an open, airy layout rarely seen in traditional log homes. The living room features hardwood floors, a cathedral ceiling, and tall windows that capture soft afternoon light. The kitchen is modern and welcoming, with updated appliances and a large island that's made for sharing meals and conversations. The main floor primary bedroom greets the morning sun and includes a recently added walk-in closet with built-in shelving. Downstairs, the walkout lower level offers ceramic tile floors, radiant heat, pot lights, two more bedrooms, a full bath, and a spacious family or rec room. With its own entrance, its ideal for guests, extended family, or a potential in-law suite. Recent updates include designer lighting, a new wood stove, commercial-grade washer and dryer, and a large Amish-built shed. Bennett Lake is just minutes away for swimming, paddling, and fishing. And for everything else, Perth is a quick 15-minute drive. This is country living with style, comfort, and space to breathe.

I have listed a new property at 2499 BATHURST CONCESSION 2 Road in Lanark. See details here

Exceptional waterfront home, unlike any other. Grand 3757sf stone and log home offers European flavours with 92 park-like acres on the Tay River. Gorgeous landscaped front yard with graceful fountain flowing into a pond. Circular driveway leads to showcase stone portico with amazing gothic solid wood door. Inside 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom Montebello-styled home are soaring timber beams, massive stonework and architectural details offering refined sophistication with enduring charm. Livingroom dramatic fan tracery ceiling and amazing stone wall with built-in stone fireplace that has woodstove insert. Solarium floor-to-ceiling glass wall, rock wall with decorative waterfall and glass door to flagstone patio terrace. Open dining room and kitchen, wrapping you in warm wood decor and tranquil views of the private outdoors. Welcoming well-designed kitchen has cherry cabinets and Butler pantry with breakfast bar. The family room, or bedroom, has 3-pc ensuite with second door to hallway. Main floor two more bedrooms, powder room and another powder room with laundry station. Big bright mudroom features wall of closets. Upstairs is relaxing library loft and the primary suite; walk-in closet plus 4-pc ensuite shower and jet tub. Lower level recreational room, wine cellar and storage room. The left wing of this home has radiant floor heating which includes the bedrooms, bathrooms and upstairs primary ensuite. Home has attached insulated double garage-workshop with log walls and radiant heated concrete floor. You also have driveshed, woodshed and garden shed. Enclosed gazebo for summer respite and gatherings. Endearing bunkie by the river is insulated; it also has hobbit-like front door, hydro, woodstove and softwood floors. Walking trails thru the woods. Enjoy summers of canoeing, kayaking and tubing on the river. Hi-speed and cell service. On township maintained road with mail delivery and school bus pickup. 15 mins to Perth.

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

Along the gentle sweep of the Tay River, this 16-acre property offers more than 500 feet of natural waterfront in a setting where the pace of life naturally slows. A tapestry of open meadow and mature forest provides both beauty and seclusion, while the wide, tranquil river invites paddling, swimming, and quiet moments at the waters edge. The shoreline remains untouched, allowing you to shape it to your vision. With hydro available nearby, the essentials for building are within reach. Here, the possibilities range from a private year-round home to a seasonal escape, each day shaped by the changing light and the shifting seasons. Just minutes from Perth, yet far from the busyness of daily life, it is a place to create something enduring in harmony with the land and water.

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

Along a quiet stretch of the Tay River, this 19-acre parcel offers over 650 feet of unspoiled shoreline and the rare opportunity to create your own retreat in a place of quiet beauty. The land blends open spaces and mature trees, with the river wide and calm, perfect for paddling, swimming, or simply sitting at the waters edge to watch the light shift across the surface. A road entrance is already in place, and hydro is available at the road, making the path from vision to reality that much smoother. Just as a beautiful painting begins with the right canvas, a property of this quality offers the foundation for building a legacy both lasting and beautiful. With privacy all around and the soft sounds of the river as your backdrop, this property invites a range of possibilities, from a secluded waterfront home to a simple seasonal getaway. Whether you imagine lazy summer days on the shore, autumn walks through the changing leaves, or cozy winters beside a fire, this setting offers a timeless, year-round escape. Just minutes from Perth yet a world apart, it is the perfect place to build a home and a life.

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

Flowing gently past a wooded and open 16-acre landscape, this parcel offers more than 430 feet of inviting shoreline along the Tay River. The water here is calm and clear, ideal for paddling, wading, or simply sitting by the water's edge to watch the light ripple across the surface. The land itself offers a blend of mature trees and open spaces, providing both privacy and versatility. With over 1,500 feet of frontage as well as hydro at the road and an entrance permit already in place, access and infrastructure are a breeze. Whether you envision a private retreat, a year-round home, or a property with space for multiple structures, this parcel offers a setting where the natural beauty of the river shapes each season. Just minutes from Perth, it is a place to create something lasting along one of the regions most beautiful rivers.

I have listed a new property at 4031 Bolingbroke Road in Lanark. See details here

Off-Grid Living at Its Finest! Welcome to this stunning 2022 built, solar powered home. Nestled on a 1 acre property adjacent to a sprawling 25-acre pond that is like a lake in the spring for canoeing and kayaking. Thoughtfully designed for sustainable living, this property offers the perfect balance of comfort, efficiency, and connection with nature. Step outside and enjoy wood chip walking trails through the forest, a private dock, a stone patio, and a soothing waterfall that flows into the fish pond. Unwind in the homemade sauna (dry or steam) or relax in the hot tub powered by solar energy. This low-load 200W home runs almost exclusively on solar, with a battery system that lasts up to 2 days before recharging. For peace of mind, there's a generator plug-in - though its never been needed, as the home has never lost power. Operating costs are incredibly low: Propane approx. $200/year, Wood approx. $800/year. Inside, you'll find modern features like pot lighting, a bright walk-out basement, and efficient open spaces. Outside, enjoy wildlife watching year round, skating on the pond in winter, and no lawn to mow, just natural beauty everywhere you look. Located just 24 minutes to Perth or 16 minutes to Sharbot Lake, you'll experience peaceful, off-grid living with convenient access to amenities. Whether you're seeking a year round residence or a private nature retreat, this one-of-a-kind property offers the ultimate in rural living with unmatched sustainability.