730 Fire Route 970
Cavan Monaghan, ON
- 3 bed
- 2 bath
- approx. < 700 sqft
- Detached
Welcome to your own private 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. Although the shoreline is not owned, the owners have had uninterrupted and continuous use of the private road and waterfront features which is 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 lifestyle, this exceptional Otonabee River property offers privacy, recreation, and convenience in one remarkable package.
Listing Details
- Taxes (2026)
- $2,417
- Originally Listed
- $350,000
- Listed
- July 21, 2026
Price History
Property
- Style
- Bungalow
- Construction
- Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Piers
- Interior
- Carpet Free, On Demand Water Heater, Propane Tank, Solar Owned, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor
- Lot Size
- 129.3 x 95.69 Feet
Parking
- Garage
- None
- Covered Spaces
- 0
- Total Parking
- 4
Utilities
- Water
- Lake/River
- Sewer
- Other
- Heat Source
- Other
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- Mervin Line and Airport Road
- Parcel Number
- 280320092
- Possession
- Flexible
- Occupancy
- Owner
Included
- Inclusions
- All existing contents inside and outside that are not listed in the exclusions.
- Exclusions
- Black Stone griddle, 2 kayaks, pontoon boat, boat lift, personal items
Waterfront
- Water Body
- Otonabee River
- Shoreline
- Clean, Deep, Sandy
- Docking
- Private
Schools
Elementary
- Roger Neilson Public School4.2 km
Public · Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB · 245 students
Grade 3 reading: 61% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 34% met the provincial standard
- Kawartha Heights Public School4.4 km
Public · Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB · 235 students
Grade 3 reading: 88% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 23% met the provincial standard
- Kenner Intermediate School4.7 km
Public · Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB · 170 students
Secondary
- Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School4.4 km
Catholic · Peterborough Victoria Northum Clarington CDSB · 840 students
Grade 10 literacy: 71% met the provincial standard
- Kenner Collegiate and Vocational Institute4.8 km
Public · Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB · 525 students
Grade 10 literacy: 68% met the provincial standard
Straight-line distance. Nearby schools are not necessarily the assigned schools — confirm catchment with the school board. Scores are EQAO provincial test results for 2024-2025.
Community
Postal area K9J
- Population
- 44,547
- Private dwellings
- 19,998
- Median age
- 44
- Average household size
- 2.3
- Median household income
- $72,500
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population, catalogue 98-401-X2021013. Adapted from Statistics Canada. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Local market
Residential Freehold in Cavan Monaghan · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $792,000
- Homes sold
- 132
- Median days on market
- 32
- Sale-to-list price
- 99.3%
Based on 132 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Cavan Monaghan over the last 12 months.
Rooms
3-piece on Main, 2-piece
Main
- Bathroom4'2" x 5'9"
- Bedroom 26'11" x 9'1"
- Dining Room10'6" x 9'1"
- Kitchen15'10" x 9'9"
- Living Room15'10" x 10'4"
- Primary Bedroom11'9" x 3'3"
- Sunroom13'10" x 9'4"
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RE/MAX HALLMARK EASTERN REALTY
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$65,000
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,597
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Taxes: $201/mo · Insurance: $81/mo
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