Have you always dreamed of living on the water, but your budget can't get you there? Or maybe you have a vision of running a charming B&B or owning a lakefront vacation rental property? Now is your chance! Don't miss this exceptionally rare opportunity to experience waterfront living without the waterfront price tag in charming Portland village: perhaps one of Eastern Ontario's best kept secrets - centrally located an hour from Kingston & Ottawa. Nestled on a large, fenced lot and directly across from a waterfront heritage park, you'll enjoy unobstructed sunset views from the south shore of Big Rideau Lake. Life in this quiet & inclusive lakefront community feels unspoiled, but still buzzes with year-round activity & neighbourly camaraderie, boasting marinas, restaurants w/ live music, a trendy coffee shop, "Skate the Lake" every winter & other convenient amenities just steps away. Don't miss the newly-built community hall & library building right next door, home to markets, fitness classes & other vibrant community gatherings. Built in 1885, this 4-bed, 4-bath home stands proud as one of Portland's most historic properties, dating back to the Rideau's thriving steamboat cruise era. The home has been thoroughly & thoughtfully updated over the years, offering modern luxuries while maintaining irreplicable features like wide-planked original pine floors, soaring ceilings & intricate woodworking both inside & outside the home. With lush perennial gardens & extensive exterior updates - including new siding, windows & doors, roof, front porch w/ pergola & armourstone (2016/17) - this stately property is well-revered by residents. So, get ready to soak up summer in this exquisite & turnkey home in endearing Portland village: Dig your toes into the sandy public beach just a stone's throw from home; slip your kayak in the water at the dock across the street; bike the 100km+ Cataraqui trail; picnic under the gazebo's shade as you watch the boats come into the bay at sunse (id:15069)
| MLS® Number | X13100130 |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| Community Name | 818 - Rideau Lakes (Bastard) Twp |
| Amenities Near By | Beach, Marina |
| Community Features | Fishing, Community Centre |
| Equipment Type | Propane Tank |
| Features | Flat Site, Level, Carpet Free |
| Parking Space Total | 4 |
| Rental Equipment Type | Propane Tank |
| Structure | Porch, Shed, Workshop |
| View Type | Lake View, View Of Water, Direct Water View, Unobstructed Water View |
| Water Front Name | Big Rideau Lake |
| Water Front Type | Waterfront |
| Bathroom Total | 4 |
| Bedrooms Above Ground | 4 |
| Bedrooms Total | 4 |
| Age | 100+ Years |
| Amenities | Fireplace(s) |
| Appliances | Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Dryer, Stove, Washer, Water Softener, Refrigerator |
| Basement Development | Unfinished |
| Basement Type | N/a (unfinished) |
| Construction Style Attachment | Detached |
| Cooling Type | Central Air Conditioning |
| Exterior Finish | Wood |
| Fireplace Present | Yes |
| Fireplace Total | 1 |
| Foundation Type | Poured Concrete, Stone |
| Half Bath Total | 1 |
| Heating Fuel | Propane |
| Heating Type | Forced Air |
| Stories Total | 2 |
| Size Interior | 2,000 - 2,500 Sqft |
| Type | House |
| Detached Garage | |
| No Garage |
| Access Type | Marina Docking, Public Docking |
| Acreage | No |
| Fence Type | Fenced Yard |
| Land Amenities | Beach, Marina |
| Landscape Features | Landscaped |
| Sewer | Septic System |
| Size Depth | 122 Ft ,9 In |
| Size Frontage | 60 Ft ,1 In |
| Size Irregular | 60.1 X 122.8 Ft |
| Size Total Text | 60.1 X 122.8 Ft |
| Surface Water | Lake/pond |
| Level | Type | Length | Width | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second Level | Bathroom | 2.36 m | 1.42 m | 2.36 m x 1.42 m |
| Second Level | Bathroom | 2.22 m | 1.25 m | 2.22 m x 1.25 m |
| Second Level | Primary Bedroom | 4.75 m | 3.91 m | 4.75 m x 3.91 m |
| Second Level | Bedroom | 5.2 m | 3.19 m | 5.2 m x 3.19 m |
| Second Level | Bedroom | 3.25 m | 3.19 m | 3.25 m x 3.19 m |
| Second Level | Bathroom | 2.36 m | 1.64 m | 2.36 m x 1.64 m |
| Main Level | Kitchen | 4.8 m | 3.96 m | 4.8 m x 3.96 m |
| Main Level | Living Room | 4.86 m | 4.8 m | 4.86 m x 4.8 m |
| Main Level | Dining Room | 4.53 m | 3.76 m | 4.53 m x 3.76 m |
| Main Level | Office | 2.92 m | 2.85 m | 2.92 m x 2.85 m |
| Main Level | Bedroom | 3.92 m | 3.76 m | 3.92 m x 3.76 m |
| Main Level | Bathroom | 2.6 m | 2.05 m | 2.6 m x 2.05 m |
| Cable | Installed |
| Electricity | Installed |
| Wireless | Available |
| Electricity Connected | Connected |
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