I have listed a new property at 5525 PETTAPIECE Crescent in Manotick - Kars - Rideau Twp and Area. See details here

Gracious home for the family wanting to live on quiet treed crescent where you can walk to a park for play, basketball and hiking. Along with its idyllic setting, this home is designed for the family desiring big rooms, sunny spaces and generous bedrooms - including five bedrooms on the second floor. Lovely landscaped interlock walkway leads you to front entrance with sparkling white foyer offering closet and new ceramic floor. Home has 4,349sf, plus 2,328sf in finished lower level. Off front foyer is home office or, den for quiet times. Elegant vaulted living room with natural light flowing thru grand arched window. Formal dining room for family celebrations and entertaining. Ultimate gourmet kitchen all renovated & upgraded in 2024 with new quartz counters, new appliances and deluxe island-breakfast bar. Kitchen also has dinette in windowed alcove with garden door to deck. Spacious comfortable familyroom features natural gas fireplace. Main floor powder room plus combined mudroom-laundry room with closet, storage cupboards, sink and window. Sweeping central staircase up to wide circular landing on second floor. You'll love the palatial primary suite with its custom walk-in closet-dressing room with big windows; your luxurious 5-pc spa ensuite has double-sink vanity with cascading quartz counter, deep soaker tub and glass shower with body spray. Four more bedrooms, one with 3-pc ensuite. Second floor 5-pc bathroom has porcelain tiles, double-sink vanity, soaker tub plus glass rainhead shower. In the finished lower level, you have another family room, rec room, den, kitchenette/bar, gym and 3-pc bathroom. The attached 3-car garage is insulated and finished. Auto generator included. Backyard oasis a family's staycation dream with private park-like 0.7 acre bordered by mature trees. Expansive deck includes hot tub. Added bonus is heated, salt-water, in-ground pool. All this, located in prestigious family-friendly Manotick Estates, just 30 min drive to downtown Ottawa.

I have listed a new property at 00 Christie Lake North Shore Road in Tay Valley. See details here

At the corner of Christie Lake Road and Christie Lake North Shore Road lies a one-acre parcel of land, open to the sun and waiting for a new beginning. Clear and level, with hydro running along the property line, it offers both simplicity and possibility for those ready to build. Included with the sale is a second property directly across the road - a small, strategically positioned parcel at the bend where Christie Lake Road becomes Althorpe Road. Perfect for signage or a pair of billboards, it also offers excellent potential for a garden, seasonal market stand, or other creative roadside venture. With steady cottage-country traffic heading toward Christie Lake and Bobs Lake, visibility here is unmatched. The beauty of this offering is in its placement. Ten minutes west, the shimmering waters of Christie Lake invite with a boat launch that makes summer days easy and carefree. Ten minutes east, Perth welcomes with its heritage streets, markets, and restaurants. Highway 7 is just five minutes away, connecting you quickly to larger centres, while the quiet rhythm of country life remains intact. Nearby golf courses, winding trails, and woodland drives add to the appeal of a place where daily living and leisure naturally intertwine.Together, these two properties offer a blend of practicality and charm-a chance to build, create, and enjoy in the beautiful Tay Valley.

I have listed a new property at 3900 Stonecrest Road in Constance Bay - Dunrobin - Kilmaurs - Woodlawn. See details here

Family home in the country, on 23 acres with two meandering creeks - just 25 mins from Kanata. This home's modern upgrades and classic design create comfortably pleasing spaces for the whole family. Double attached garage with great family function due to convenient inside entry to both main & lower levels plus door to yard. Outside, the kids will thrive playing in and exploring natural surroundings while parents relax in tranquil beauty. The growing family will especially appreciate having four large bedrooms on the second floor, including primary suite. All freshly painted, the 4bed, 2.5bath home offers spacious sunlit rooms. Front foyer has big double closet and new 2025 laminate tile floor. Livingroom features fireplace with upscale Jotul woodstove insert. Hardwood floors flow from living room to open dining room with big window that includes built-in Hunter Douglas blinds. Family-sized kitchen has new 2025 quartz countertops, wall of storage cupboards and dinette with patio doors to new 2021 deck. Family room suits quiet times, games and movie nights. Main floor powder room. Mudroom big full-length closet and door to attached double garage. Upstairs, primary suite has huge closet and 3-pc ensuite with shower. The three other bedrooms also have large closets. Sparkling renovated 4-pc bathroom with quartz vanity. Lower level rec room, laundry station, workshop with workbench and access to attached garage. You also have auto connect 2024 Generac that can power the whole home. Extra-large yard has perennial gardens, garden shed, portable greenhouse and woodshed. Cut firewood for woodstove is included. Possible to apply for Conservation Land Rebate to reduce property taxes. Bell Fibre and cell service. Located on paved township road with garbage pickup, mail delivery & school bus stop. Walk to Stonecrest Elementary School. And, family fun 5 mins away at Fitzroy Provincial Park for swimming & boating. Besides being 25 mins to Kanata, only 15 mins to Arnprior.

I have listed a new property at 2638 Rideau Ferry Road in Drummond/North Elmsley. See details here

Exceptional exquisite estate with elegant century stone home on 10 pastoral acres - where luxury meets opportunity. This landmark 1840 home, fully renovated to modern luxury, offers both a prestigious lifestyle and income potential. Whether envisioned as an extended family compound, wellness retreat, boutique inn, or executive business centre, this 5,500sf, 8 bedroom, 7 bathrooms residence adapts beautifully to many purposes. Just minutes from the artisan town of Perth, the property blends historic character with refined comfort. Grand light-filled rooms feature high ceilings, deep sills and exquisite décor. The entertainment-sized Great Room impresses with a stone fireplace, granite mantle, and slate-style floors. The butler's pantry with copper sink, beverage fridge, and full cabinetry adjoins the space - perfect for hosting or events. Formal dining room accommodates 20 guests in style, while the true gourmet kitchen dazzles with rounded granite counters, double ovens, 9ft breakfast bar, and classic AGA range framed by stained glass and chandelier lighting. Main-floor primary suite offers radiant in-floor heat, a walk-in dressing room and five-piece spa ensuite with Silestone quartz vanity, soaker tub, and walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms on main level, two are currently used as office and den. Sunroom lounge, sitting room, ultimate laundry room and mudroom complete the main level. Upstairs are four generous bedrooms, three with ensuites and one with an attached fitness room. Second floor luxury 4-piece bath. Two single attached garages provide inside entry. Recent updates include architectural 2019-2024 roof shingles and new 2023 septic. Charmingly renovated barn serves as professional office, with heat and air conditioning. Property also has large driveshed and two paved driveways, one is circular. Set amid landscaped grounds and just five minutes from conservation trails, this stately property invites both refined living and visionary investment.

I have listed a new property at 946 French Line Road in Lanark Highlands. See details here

Discover this stunning 2024 custom built raised bungalow nestled on 2.4 acres in the wooded countryside of Lanark Highlands. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and efficiency, this home offers a bright open concept layout with pot lighting, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a cozy fireplace for those chilly evenings. The kitchen is a showstopper - featuring stainless steel appliances, elegant herringbone tile backsplash, and a large island perfect for entertaining. The spacious primary bedroom on the main level includes a generous walk-in closet. Enjoy the convenience of a walk-out lower level, providing ample natural light and in-law suite potential. Outside, you'll find a large insulated garage/workshop ideal for hobbyists, contractors, or extra storage, plus plenty of room for boat storage and a dedicated EV plug. Built with energy efficiency in mind, this property boasts average total monthly utilities of just $338, offering peace of mind and affordability year round. Enjoy privacy, nature, and modern comfort - all just a short drive to town amenities. 8 mins to Hopetown General Store, 25 mins to Calabogie, 30 mins to Almonte, 17 mins to Rosetta Hills Mini Putt & Alpaca Farm! Don't miss your chance to own this move-in-ready retreat surrounded by trees and fresh country air!

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 556 West Point Drive in Drummond/North Elmsley. See details here

Exquisitely elegant bungalow with attached three-car heated garage, on 2.4 landscaped acres in family-friendly country subdivision neighbourhood. You'll love how the light cascades thru this 3+1 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home featuring impeccable attention to detail, while offering warm family comforts. Bordered by perennials, the interlock front walkway leads you to impressive pillared porch. The grand foyer's soaring ceiling creates a great sense of space. To left of foyer is inviting den with attractive tray ceiling. To right, is formal entertainment-sized dining room. Architectural features include dramatic arched pillars framing the open living room with propane fireplace flanked by tall windows. Sparkling white kitchen designed with superior style and gourmet function. Kitchen's wall of cupboards has two built-in oven plus microwave; the granite peninsula has sink and prep area. Open to the kitchen is bright sunny dinette in a windowed alcove, with garden doors to expansive deck. The primary suite is a relaxing respite with three-sided propane fireplace connecting sleeping area to your own private sitting nook featuring wall of windows and garden door to deck. The primary suite also has two walk-in closets and spa ensuite with two vanities, glass shower and soaker tub. Two more large bedrooms, each with wall of windows. These two bedrooms share 4-piece Jack & Jill bathroom. Main floor powder room. Lower level has 8' high ceilings and radiant in-floor heating flowing through the generous-sized family room, office, fourth bedroom and 3-pc bathroom. Lower level also has convenient yard door to outside. The attached 3-car garage includes new 2024 overhead propane heater and extra large garage doors. Generator panel and elaborate security system. Located on paved municipal maintained road with curbside garbage pickup and school bus route. Just 3 min drive to picturesque Rideau Ferry with public boat launches on both Upper and Lower Rideau Lakes. 10 mins to Perth.

I have listed a new property at 540 Ski Hill Road in Mississippi Mills. See details here

Bring your skis and snowboards! Steps from Pakenham ski hills is custom 2009 log home on large half acres with magnificent sunsets over the hills. The impressive 3+1 bed, 2.5 bath home features grand wrap-about verandah. Light-filled open-concept home built with 1.5' diameter logs from British Columbia. Front foyer has slate-like ceramic floor and nook with built-in shelves for coats, hats & boots. High ceilings and floors of hardwood, softwood and ceramic tile. Livingroom 10' ceiling and tall windows for natural light. Dining room tall windows overlook great outdoors. Kitchen has peninsula with breakfast bar that sits 7-8 comfortably; birch cabinetry includes pantry and drawer divided to fit cooking pots & baking tins. Family room soaring cathedral ceiling and superior, top-of-line, Masonry woodstove from Vermont. Double doors open to expansive verandah that welcomes you to sit down, and relax. Main floor powder room has ceramic tile floor and endearing wooden barrel vanity with hammered copper sink. Solid wood staircase to primary bedroom with 12' ceiling and double closet. Two more bedrooms and upgraded bathroom of porcelain plank floor, double quartz vanity, deep soaker tub and walk-in ceramic shower with rain head. Lower level rec room, gym, fourth bedroom and 3-pc bathroom with glass shower and another wooden barrel vanity including hammered copper sink. The well-built home has energy-efficient ICF foundation & Thermolec boiler to heat water for radiant floor heating through out the lower level. Second floor heated with radiant wall heaters. Outside, you have chicken coop, garden shed and woodshed. Bell Fibre available & cell service. Located in family friendly neighbourhood of Mount Pakenham, On paved township road with garbage and recycling pickup plus school bus stop. Five mins down the road is Pakenham golf course; another minute further, is delightful artisan Village of Pakenham on shores Mississippi River for swimming, boating & fishing. 25 mins Kanata.

I have listed a new property at 556 West Point Drive in Drummond/North Elmsley. See details here

Grand elegant living spaces in executive 2003 bungalow that offers exquisite finishings. The 3+1 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom family home has 2.4 acres in family-friendly country neighbourhood subdivision. Paved driveway leads you home to extra-large 3-car garage. Interlock front walkway bordered by perennials up to the impressive pillared porch. Light-filled foyer's soaring ceiling creates great sense of space. To left of foyer is inviting den with attractive tray ceiling; this room could also be your home office. To right of foyer, is formal entertainment-sized dining room. Architectural details include dramatic arched pillars framing the living room with its propane fireplace flanked by tall windows. Sparkling kitchen impeccably designed with superior style and gourmet function. Kitchen's wall of cupboards has two built-in oven plus microwave; granite peninsula with sink and prep area. Open to the kitchen is bright sunny dinette in a windowed alcove, with garden doors to expansive deck. The primary suite is a relaxing respite with three-sided propane fireplace connecting sleeping area to a sitting nook featuring wall of windows and glass door to deck. Primary suite also offers you walk-in closet and spa ensuite with two vanities, glass shower and soaker tub. Two more bedrooms, each with wall of windows. These two bedrooms also share 4-pc Jack & Jill bathroom. Main floor powder room plus laundry room with convenient sink and lots of cupboards. Lower level with 8' high ceilings and radiant in-floor heating through out the family room, fourth bedroom and 3-pc bathroom. Lower level yard door to outside. The attached 3-car garage has new 2024 overhead propane heater and extra large garage doors. Home also has generator panel and elaborate security system. Located on paved maintained municipal road with curbside garbage pickup and school bus route. Just 3 mins to picturesque Rideau Ferry with public boat launches on both the Upper and Lower Rideau Lakes. 10 mins to Perth.

I have listed a new property at 1053 Mitchell Road in Lanark Highlands. See details here

Peaceful country setting for spacious family home on one acre, professionally landscaped by horticulturalists. Every detail of the yard is gracefully designed with vibrant perennial gardens, mature trees and flowering shrubs - creating inspiring outdoor living spaces. Adding to the landscape charm is cedar rail fencing that borders the back and sides. Beyond the fence are pastoral meadows, that were in hay for over 25 years. The 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home has welcoming front entry with side glass panel to let the sun shine inside. Foyer ceramic floor and convenient double closet. Livingroom huge wide window overlooking the gardens. Dining room also has large window for more natural light and garden views. Patio doors open to deck with BBQ hookup. White bright kitchen full of storage including two tower cabinets with large pull-out drawers; the sink overlooks gorgeous backyard and tranquil countryside. Main floor powder room. Combined mudroom and laundry room with door to attached garage. Second floor offers extra-large primary bedroom that was two bedrooms and now, renovated to a generous light-filled primary. Two more comfortable bedrooms and luxury 4-pc bathroom with heated slate floor, ceramic vanity, two-person soaker tub and shower with full-body spa spray. Lower level family room, recreational room and combined hobby/utility room. Attached garage-workshop has workbench, hot & cold hose bibs plus two 240V outlets. This home is well maintained with many upgrades. Roof shingles 2019. Furnace and central air conditioner both 2019. Generac, auto connect, included. Updating carpets to hardwood or luxury vinyl in main living areas will allow you to add your own personal touch and also increase equity of your home. Driveway paved. Hydro wires are underground from road to home. Bell internet & cell service. On quiet township maintained road with mail delivery & school bus pickup. Added bonus is the location, just 20 minute drive to Perth, Carleton Place or Almonte.

I have listed a new property at 00 Drummond Concession 12C Road in Drummond/North Elmsley. See details here

Set in a friendly established community near Innsville, just west of Carleton Place. Surrounded by picturesque countryside, this 3.9 acre building lot has a cleared site and southern exposure for your new home. Peaceful country living, minutes from shopping, schools, recreation, and services in Perth or Carleton Place. The level lot is currently a mix of open meadow, natural vegetation and trees that border the property for privacy. Approx 150 ft road frontage allows you to design your preferred entrance off of township road. Visibility from Hwy 7 offers potential for a home-based business. Rural zoning permits custom-built home, garage-workshop, home-based businesses, hobby farm, market garden, small agricultural venture or, land investment. Location on township maintained road with cell service, high-speed internet and curbside garbage pick-up. Hydro available at the road. Survey also available. Added bonus, HST included. Enjoy rural life with easy access to major routes for commuting. Just 10 minutes to Perth or Carleton Place and only 30 mins to Kanata.

I have listed a new property at 3004 Rideau Ferry Road in Perth. See details here

Set on a level 1.2-acre lot just beyond the edge of Perth, this thoughtfully renovated 1.5 storey home offers a rare opportunity to live and work in one place. Warm and welcoming, the move-in-ready residence features fresh flooring, new paint, and beautifully updated bathrooms. The spacious eat-in kitchen, complete with an oversized pantry, feels like the heart of the home-perfect for family meals or morning coffee before heading out to the shop. The main floor also includes a large, light-filled living and dining room, ideal for entertaining or relaxing with family, and a full bathroom. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms and another full bath provide plenty of room for a growing household. A full-height unfinished basement adds generous storage or potential for a workshop or additional living space. Recent updates to the home include re-shingling of the house and shed in 2016 and a new gas furnace and electric hot water tank in the house in 2022. Beside the home, a versatile commercial building, formerly rented to a successful antique shop, offers high visibility and steady road traffic from locals and cottagers alike. Heated and powered, it includes a single bay door, with the option to reopen two more, making it easy to convert into a multi-bay workshop or studio. A new steel roof was installed on the commercial building in 2021. The deep, wide backyard invites endless possibilities: a pool, vegetable garden, or fenced-in space for kids and pets. Located just outside the town limits, the property benefits from lower taxes and more flexible zoning. It's less than ten minutes from the Rideau Ferry boat launch. Whether you're a craftsman, entrepreneur, or other small business owner, this is a place to build both a business and a home. You'll be surrounded by the calm rhythm of cottage country, yet close to the vibrant and welcoming community of Perth.