Every inlet, island and glistening bay is beautiful, but the stretch of shoreline between Port Carling and Port Sandfield is one of the most coveted in Muskoka.
Discreetly nestled on the shores of Lake Rosseau’s crystal-clear waters, sandy beaches, and rugged cliffs, this spot is close to some of Muskoka’s best dining and shopping, and offers easy boating access to nearby Lake Joe and Lake Muskoka through the locks. It is also near to the Muskoka Lakes Golf and Country Club.
“It’s a coveted area, where listings very rarely come up,” says Rick Scully of Richard Scully and Associates. “Properties just aren’t availble here very often.”
In fact, there are only about 5,800 cottages on Lakes Rosseau, Joe and Muskoka – and only a small fraction ever go up for sale.
The first time this property came up for sale, it saw multiple offers and was sold quickly for well over asking, notes Rick.
This is why he, along with his associate Dustin Cleveland, consider 5-1114 Shamrock Road in Muskoka Lakes one of the best real estate opportunities you’ll see this summer.
“We’ve seen and sold many cottages,” says Dustin, noting that their team has more than 50 years of combined real estate experience in Muskoka. It’s that experience that has helped them identify which properties will give their clients the best Muskoka experience.
Gentle topography
“This property is perfect for a young family with kids, or a larger family with grandchildren,” he adds, noting that cottages with steep steps to the shore can be difficult to navigate for young and old alike.
“With a flat property, you save your joints and your sanity, while increasing your family’s safety. It’s also important for resale.”
In addition to its gentle topography, this property, which is listed for $8,989,000, features a waterfront fire pit area, stone paths, and 180 feet of straight-line shoreline, along with a Caribbean-like all-sand beach tucked away from boat traffic in a recessed, north-facing bay, with a view toward Morinus.
“This time of year, the sun sets in the northwest, so you get a lovely pink sky at the dock,” says Rick.
Acres of privacy
While the location is ideal and the topography is gentle, the tree-framed 2.7-acre lot also adds a level of privacy that is ideal for a lakeside retreat. While the property features a newly built, stunning cottage and matching two-slip boathouse, Dustin notes that the property is large enough to build a tennis court, garage, and guest house, if you need more space.
“What I love is that the evergreen trees encircle the property,” notes Rick, adding that this allows you to relax without being in view of other nearby cottages year-round.
If you’re using the property to host extended friends and family, the newly built modern five-bedroom cottage offers plenty of room to relax undisturbed.
Each bedroom features its own ensuite, electric blinds, and lake view.
“There are a lot of places to go to play, read, or socialize. There’s two full levels, including multiple family rooms, so there’s nice separation of spaces.”
Contemporary design
Expertly designed, this modern beauty is handsomely dressed in an exterior facade of cedar, glass, stone and steel, with a breathtaking interior that frames the view of the lake like a work of art.
“It has a glamorous showpiece interior that gives you breathtaking views of the lake from the front foyer, and eye-candy touches throughout.”
Inside you’ll find three fireplaces, six bathrooms, a well-defined open living space, a chef’s kitchen and a four-season Muskoka room complete with a walk-out deck, from which you can watch the soft pink glow of the sunsets all summer long.
Move-in ready In Muskoka, buyers tend to fall into one of two camps, says Dustin: those who want a blank canvas to build their dream cottage on, and those who want a turnkey, ready-to-enjoy cottage experience.
“This one is the latter,” he says. This property not only has a cottage and boathouse that are less than five years old, but it is also being sold fully furnished.
“It’s the whole package,” says Rick. “Ready for your family’s immediate enjoyment.”
