Breathtaking water-access cottage on Big Island on prestigious Lake Vernon featuring 200 feet of frontage and sought-after SW exposure for all-day sun. This charming 3-season retreat is ideal for large families offering an abundance of thoughtfully designed living space accented with warm wood finishes throughout.The open-concept main level features a spacious kitchen, inviting living room with a cozy wood stove, generous dining area and an abundance of windows that fill the cottage with natural light. Several large patio doors lead to the welcoming screened Muskoka room overlooking the waterfront - the perfect place to relax and entertain. The second level offers 3 generously sized bedrooms, a guest bathroom plus a 3-pce ensuite off the primary. Outside the beautifully maintained waterfront includes a large sitting area, fire pit at the water's edge and a cedar cabin ideal for conveniently storing all your waterfront toys near the dock. Enjoy everything this turnkey seasonal cottage has to offer on a spectacular 4-chain lake system with over 40 miles of boating across Lakes Vernon, Fairy, Mary & Peninsula. Located just a short 5-minute boat ride from Ruthven Marine off Peacock Bay Road, this exceptional waterfront property is the perfect Muskoka getaway!
Address
768 Big Island
List Price
$749,900
MLS® Status
New
Property Type
Residential Freehold
Type of Dwelling
Detached
Style of Home
2-Storey
Transaction Type
Sale
Area
Huntsville
Sub-Area
Stisted
Region
Muskoka
Bedrooms
3
Bedrooms (Total)
3
Rooms Above Grade
9
Bathrooms
2
Floor Area
1500-2000 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source
GeoWarehouse
Lot Depth
412
Lot Size Range (Acres)
.50 - 1.99
Lot Size Units
Feet
Lot Width
200
Parcel Number
481250019
Occupant Type
Owner
Cross Street
Peacock Bay Rd (Marine)
MLS® Number
X13188764
Listing Brokerage
Coldwell Banker Thompson Real Estate
Basement Area
None
Postal Code
P1H 2J2
Posession Details
Flexible
Tax Amount
$4,160.76
Tax Year
2025
Site Influences
Deck, Island, Porch Enclosed, Privacy, Seasonal Living, Waterfront, Wooded/Treed
Exterior Features
Deck, Privacy, Porch Enclosed, Seasonal Living
Interior Features
Storage, Water Heater Owned
Property Features
Island, Wooded/Treed, Waterfront
Central Vacuum
No
Family Room
No
Hydro
Yes
Ensuite Laundry
No
Special Designation
Unknown
Standard Status
Active
Disclosures
Unknown
Board Or Association
One Point Association of REALTORS
Heat Source
Wood
Heat Type
Other
Cooling Features
None
Construction Materials
Wood
Direction Faces
South
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Features
Wood
Foundation Details
Piers
Garage
No
Garage Type
None
Kitchens Total
1
Kitchens Above Grade
1
Other Structures
Shed
Pool Features
None
Roof
Shingles
Tax Legal Description
PCL 4-4 SEC 35M596; PT LT 4 PL 35M596 HUNTSVILLE PT 4 & PT 6 35R19517; HUNTSVILLE; THE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY OF MUSKOKA
Topography
Sloping, Wooded/Treed
Water Source
Lake/River
View Type
Forest, Lake, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
Water View
Direct, Unobstructive
Waterfront
Yes
Docking Type
Private
Waterfront
Direct
Waterfront Accessory
Not Applicable
Waterfront Features
Dock
Water Frontage (Feet)
200
Water Body Name
Lake Vernon
Water Body Type
Lake
Shoreline
Natural
Shoreline Allowance
Not Owned
Access To Property
Marina Docking, Water Only
Alternative Power
None
Sewer
Septic
Rooms
| Floor | Type | Dimensions | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | Living Room | 5.31 x 6.65 | Walk-Out, Wood Stove |
| Main | Dining Room | 5.31 x 3.72 | Walk-Out |
| Main | Kitchen | 4.25 x 4.09 | |
| Main | Sunroom | 2.8 x 14.45 | |
| Second | Bedroom 2 | 3.23 x 3.12 | |
| Second | Bedroom 3 | 3.21 x 3.12 | |
| Second | Bathroom | 1.94 x 3.12 | 3 Pc Bath, Vinyl Floor |
| Second | Primary Bedroom | 3.65 x 5.3 | 3 Pc Ensuite |
| Upper | Bathroom | 1.98 x 3.12 | 3 Pc Ensuite, Vinyl Floor |