This $6.5 million lakefront cottage is on the market for the first time in 40 years

For the first time in over 40 years, the cottage at 4-1124 Island Park Rd. is up for grabs. The charming listing is enviably situated along Lake Rosseau and comes with 555 feet of shoreline. It also sits on a 2.6 acre lot, so there’s no shortage of outdoor space.

This Muskoka Lakes cottage comes with a wraparound porch, a three-slip boat house and plenty of yard space to hang out at during the summer. It’s on the market for $6.495 million.

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The living room is packed with old school cottage charm. It’s designed with wooden walls, white ceilings and large windows looking out to the water.

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Here’s a look at the spacious kitchen. It features wooden countertops and cream coloured cabinetry.

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Bright red walls pop in the dining area.

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A set of double doors lead you to the light-filled Muskoka room and wrap-around porch.

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The porch has a staircase leading down to the yard. There’s plenty of space for barbecuing and lots of tall trees if you want to hang out in the shade.

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Check out the putting green next to the cottage.

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The two-storey boat house along the water is worthy of its own postal code. It comes with a bedroom and living area that will be perfect for accommodating guests. The upper level has plenty of patio space to soak in the sun.

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Residents can also hang out along the water’s edge and take in close-up views of Lake Rosseau.

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There’s a spot for Muskoka chairs right along the shoreline.

4-1124 Island Park Rd. is listed with Marilyn Mannion of Chestnut Park Real Estate LTD., Brokerage, Port Carling.

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