730 Fire Route 970, Cavan Monaghan, ON K9J 6Z9
Cavan Monaghan, ON, K9J 6Z9 · Cavan-Monaghan
About this property
Welcome to your own private waterfront retreat on the beautiful Otonabee River. This charming off-grid 3 season property offers the perfect balance with peaceful cottage living, just 5 minutes from Peterborough. The main cottage features 2 bedrooms and a 3-piece bathroom with a composting toilet, making it ideal for weekend getaways or extended stays. A separate bunkie provides an additional bedroom, perfect for guests or family, along with a nearby 2-piece washroom in the outbuilding featuring running water and a flushable toilet. The property is equipped with a high-performance solar system featuring brand new 10,000 kW batteries installed in 2026, propane runs the fridge, stove, and an on-demand hot water system. Set on an 129 feet of clean, swimmable shoreline, you'll love spending your days on the water or sitting by a campfire. The private dock offers over 10 feet of water depth at the end, making it ideal for swimming, boating, and fishing. From your dock, enjoy a scenic 15-minute boat ride to Lock 19 and Little Lake, the other direction winds its self to Rice Lake, opening the door to endless days of exploring the Trent-Severn Waterway. Surrounded by mature trees, the property offers exceptional privacy and a tranquil setting. A spacious deck off the living room provides the perfect place to relax with your morning coffee or entertain family and friends while overlooking the river and watching boats as they pass by. A storage shed/workshop with plenty of room for tools, water toys, and outdoor equipment. Whether you're looking for a seasonal escape or a unique waterfront lifestyle, this exceptional Otonabee River property offers privacy, recreation, and convenience in one remarkable package.
Features & Amenities
- Garage: None
- Cooling: None
- Heat Type: Other
- Heat Source: Other
- Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Sewer: Other
Property Details
| Property Type | Residential Freehold |
|---|---|
| Property Sub-Type | Detached |
| Architectural Style | Bungalow |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Basement | None |
| Garage | None |
| Parking Spaces | 4 |
| Heat Type | Other |
| Heat Source | Other |
| Cooling | None |
| Sewer | Other |
| Annual Tax | $2,417 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Carpet Free, On Demand Water Heater, Propane Tank, Solar Owned, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Backs On Green Belt, Seasonal Living, Privacy, Deck
- Other Structures
- Garden Shed
- Pool Features
- None
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Waterfront Features
- Dock, River Front
Building & Construction
- Architectural Style
- Bungalow
- Construction Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation Details
- Piers
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Basement
- None
Heating & Cooling
- Heat Type
- Other
- Heat Source
- Other
- Cooling
- None
Parking & Garage
- Garage Type
- None
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- Parking Total
- 4.00
- Covered Spaces
- 0
Lot & Land
- Lot Size Units
- Feet
- Lot Depth
- 95.69
- Lot Width
- 129.30
Community & Neighborhood
- Property Features
- Cul de Sac/Dead End, Hospital, River/Stream, Waterfront
Financial & Tax
- Tax Annual Amount
- $2,417
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Possession Type
- Flexible
- Possession Details
- Flexible
Utilities & Services
- Sewer
- Other
- Water Source
- Lake/River
Room Details
- Rooms Above Grade
- 7
- Rooms Below Grade
- 2
- Kitchens Above Grade
- 1
- Kitchens Total
- 1
- Bedrooms Above Grade
- 2
- Bedrooms Below Grade
- 1
Additional Details
- Occupant Type
- Owner
- Direction Faces
- North
- County Or Parish
- Peterborough
- Cross Street
- Mervin Line and Airport Road
- Directions
- From highway 115 take the Airport Road/Brealey Drive exit and head south. Before the airport turn left on Mervin Line
- Special Designation
- Unknown
- Showing Requirements
- Showing System
Location
730 Fire Route 970, Cavan Monaghan, ON K9J 6Z9, Cavan Monaghan, ON, K9J 6Z9