1521 Old Hwy 117, Lake of Bays, ON P0B 1A0
Lake of Bays, ON, P0B 1A0 · Franklin
About this property
An extraordinary two-storey boathouse unlike anything else on Lake of Bays. Approximately 2,200 sq. ft., it features multiple dormers, skylights, balconies, a spacious entertainment deck, upper and lower multipurpose rooms, two boat slips with electric hoists and even a washroom. The true showpiece is the natural stream that flows through the boathouse, passing through two sections of the building connected by a distinctive arched footbridge before continuing to the lake. A remarkable combination of architecture, nature and waterfront living. The property comprises of three parcels totaling approximately 2.16 acres with 265 feet of Lake of Bays shoreline. Abundant table land and a gently sloping building site create an ideal setting for a luxury cottage or year-round home. A demolition permit is already in place for the existing two-bedroom cottage, providing a valuable head start for a new build. Enjoy wide-open big-lake views toward Bigwin Island, all-day sunshine and spectacular western sunset exposure, along with excellent privacy. Access is straightforward, with a private meandering driveway leading directly from Muskoka Highway 117, a year-round municipally maintained road. The driveway winds through mature forest, past the property's distinctive weathered lions and alongside a gentle bubbling stream before opening onto the waterfront. This prime location offers an important advantage: easy highway access and a shorter commute to the city, making it an especially appealing choice for a luxury cottage or year-round home. Close to championship golf, downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking, biking, boating and the charming communities of Muskoka, this is a remarkable opportunity to build your dream on Lake of Bays while keeping the GTA within convenient reach.
Features & Amenities
- Garage: None
- Cooling: None
- Heat Type: Other
- Heat Source: Other
- Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Wood
- Sewer: Septic
Property Details
| Property Type | Residential Freehold |
|---|---|
| Property Sub-Type | Detached |
| Architectural Style | Bungalow |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Basement | None |
| Garage | None |
| Parking Spaces | 8 |
| Heat Type | Other |
| Heat Source | Other |
| Cooling | None |
| Sewer | Septic |
| Annual Tax | $7,792 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Primary Bedroom - Main Floor
Exterior Features
- Pool Features
- None
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Waterfront Features
- Boathouse, Boat Slip, Boat Lift, Dock
Building & Construction
- Architectural Style
- Bungalow
- Construction Materials
- Wood
- Foundation Details
- Piers
- Roof
- Metal
- Basement
- None
- Approximate Age
- 51-99
Heating & Cooling
- Heat Type
- Other
- Heat Source
- Other
- Cooling
- None
Parking & Garage
- Garage Type
- None
- Parking Spaces
- 8
- Parking Total
- 8.00
- Parking Features
- Private
- Covered Spaces
- 0
Lot & Land
- Lot Size Units
- Feet
- Lot Depth
- 831.00
- Lot Width
- 265.00
- Lot Irregularities
- Irregular
Financial & Tax
- Tax Annual Amount
- $7,792
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Possession Type
- Flexible
- Possession Details
- Flexible
Utilities & Services
- Sewer
- Septic
Room Details
- Rooms Above Grade
- 5
- Kitchens Above Grade
- 1
- Kitchens Total
- 1
- Bedrooms Above Grade
- 2
Additional Details
- Occupant Type
- Owner
- Direction Faces
- West
- County Or Parish
- Muskoka
- Cross Street
- Hwy 117 and Old Hwy 117
- Directions
- Highway 117 to Old Hwy 117 to subject property
- Special Designation
- Unknown
- Showing Requirements
- Showing System
Location
1521 Old Hwy 117, Lake of Bays, ON P0B 1A0, Lake of Bays, ON, P0B 1A0