$924,900

About this home

Nestled on the shores of highly sought-after Maple Lake, part of a scenic three-lake chain, this exceptional year-round home or cottage represents a opportunity to own a slice of paradise. Perfectly curated by the current owner as a retirement sanctuary, the property boasts a rarely found level lot featuring 103 feet of clean sand beach, an aluminum dock, and panoramic lake views. The exterior is a masterclass in curb appeal, with over $300,000 invested in custom professional landscaping includes elegant stone patios and walkways, extensive shoreline enhancements with a stone retaining wall, lush perennial gardens, and a charming small creek. The interior of this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home combines comfort with functional upgrades. The living room serves as a warm centerpiece, showcasing rich cherry floors, a Napoleon zero-clearance airtight fireplace, and expansive walls of windows that frame the water like a living work of art. The main-floor bedroom also features cherry floors and double closets, situated adjacent to the primary 5-piece bathroom, which is thoughtfully equipped with laundry facilities, a bidet, and a Safe Step walk-in tub featuring a heated seat and therapeutic functions.The kitchen is fitted with granite countertops and ample cabinetry, flowing seamlessly into the open-concept dining room. This space offers abundant storage and large picture windows, with a walkout to a 10' x 11' covered Trex deck. Relax in the sun-filled family room, which boasts a propane fireplace and sliding glass doors that lead directly to the lakeside stone patio. Complete with central air, a propane forced-air furnace, and a drilled well. For additional space, there is a insulated garage with a pine-finished upper loft with skylights, peferct for extra guest, as well as an a pine-finished studio with a propane stove. This retreat is located just off Highway 118 for an easy, stress-free commute to the GTA. (id:65958)

Subtype

Single Family

Structure

House

Community

Stanhope

Common interest

Freehold

Lot dimensions

103 x 209 FT

Bedrooms

3 above grade

Parking

6 total

Stories

1.5

Fireplace

3

On market

Apr 22, 2026

Status changed

Apr 22, 2026

Annual tax

$2,693 (2025)

Zoning

SR2 & EP3

Photos

47

MLS#

X13029094

Area

ALGONQUIN_HIGHLANDS_(STANHOPE)

Features and systems

Mortgage estimate