Ever dreamed of owning a waterfront home, enjoying the tranquility of living near the water, and drinking in the spectacular views, sunrises and sunsets? Many home buyers do, and with good reason.
These highly desirable houses retain their value longer and are considered a good investment. They also offer excellent rental opportunities, greater privacy and easy access to many water activities, promoting a healthier lifestyle, writes Kelly Roesler.
Location: 6995 Fennell Lane, Kars
Asking price: $475,000
Key features: For those looking to enjoy life on the river, this home features a spacious kitchen with plenty of cabinet and counter space, a living room with fireplace, large windows to savour the view, and an open-concept design perfect for entertaining. Also includes a generous loft bedroom with walk-in closet and a large dock.
Listing date: May 28
MLS#: 957473
Location: 6354 Roslyn Ave.
Asking price: $585,000
Key features: This three-bedroom bungalow sits on a large premium landscaped corner lot and is fully upgraded, with hardwood floors, large windows, a cosy gas fireplace in the living room, plus luxury kitchen with granite counters, stainless-steel appliances and large island with breakfast bar. This open-concept home also includes a fully interlocked backyard.
Listing date: April 16
MLS#: 951760
Location: 871 Berry Side Rd.
Asking price: $599,900
Key features: A three-bedroom, two-bath home in the heart of rural Kanata, Constance Lake, offering all the perks of cottage life. With 100 feet of waterfront, this house features a beautifully renovated open kitchen, west-facing windows, two second-level balconies, a double-sided wood fireplace, as well as a detached double garage and treehouse.
Listing date: June 18
MLS#: 960951
Location: 73 Villa Cr.
Asking price: $1.55 million
Key features: This waterfront home offers luxurious living in an idyllic natural setting, minutes from downtown. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, the 3,000+ square-foot house features an open layout, including spacious sun-filled rooms, walls of windows, high ceilings and hardwood floors, with four bedrooms, four baths, a private dock, wraparound decks and phenomenal views.
Listing date: Feb. 2
MLS#: 939950
Location: 169 Hillcrest Dr., Almonte
Asking price: $850,000
Key features: A stunning home with updated kitchen, an adjacent four-season solarium, cathedral ceilings in the living and dining room, and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. The stone and stucco exterior includes a triple car garage. With plenty of fishing, boating and swimming nearby, this house boasts a million-dollar waterfront view and is located 10 minutes from Kanata.
Listing date: June 8
MLS#: 959305
