1160 Lakeshore Drive
Bracebridge, ON
- 3 bed
- 1 bath
- approx. 700-1100 sqft
- Detached
There's something special about a cottage that still feels like a cottage. Set among the trees on the quiet shores of Leech Lake, this charming three-season retreat offers the kind of simple Muskoka experience people come north looking for: peaceful water, surrounding forest, evenings around the fire, and a cozy cottage to call your own. With approximately 146 feet of northwest-facing frontage and a generous lot of nearly an acre, the property feels private and relaxed while still being just a short drive from Bracebridge. The shallow, sandy shoreline makes it easy to enjoy long summer days by the water, whether you're swimming, paddling, fishing, or simply settling into a Muskoka chair with a cup of coffee. Inside, the approximately 860 sq. ft. cottage is warm, welcoming, and full of character. Tongue-and-groove wood finishes create that unmistakable classic cottage atmosphere, while the open living space, wood-burning fireplace, and views toward the lake make it an easy place to settle in. Three bedrooms provide room for family and guests, while the wraparound deck extends the living space outdoors and gives you a front-row seat to quiet mornings and long summer evenings overlooking the water. A detached, insulated two-car garage adds another layer of versatility, with more than 700 additional square feet to make your own. Wired for an EV charger, you can use it for vehicles and cottage toys, create a workshop, or let it evolve into a games room or casual summer hangout with the garage door open and friends gathered nearby. Whether you're looking for your first Muskoka cottage, a weekend escape from the city, or simply a quieter place to spend your summers, this is an inviting opportunity to enjoy waterfront ownership without overcomplicating it. Close enough to Bracebridge for groceries, restaurants, shops, and a day in town, yet far enough away that when you arrive, it feels like you've escaped.
Listing Details
- Taxes (2025)
- $4,622
- Listed
- September 1, 2026
Price History
Property
- Style
- Bungalow-Raised
- Construction
- Wood
- Roof
- Metal
- Foundation
- Piers
- Interior
- Carpet Free, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Water Heater Owned
- Lot Size
- 146 x 203 Feet
Parking
- Garage
- Detached
- Covered Spaces
- 2
- Total Parking
- 8
Utilities
- Water
- Drilled Well
- Sewer
- Septic
- Heat Source
- Wood
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- Lorne Rd - Lakeshore Dr S
- Parcel Number
- 480550289
- Possession
- Flexible
- Occupancy
- Owner
Included
- Exclusions
- See Schedule D for exclusions.
Waterfront
- Water Body
- Leech Lake
- Shoreline
- Shallow, Sandy
- Docking
- Private
Community
Postal area P1L
- Population
- 17,984
- Private dwellings
- 9,535
- Median age
- 51.2
- Average household size
- 2.3
- Median household income
- $86,000
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 Bracebridge · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $630,000
- Homes sold
- 313
- Median days on market
- 32
- Sale-to-list price
- 94.8%
Based on 313 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Bracebridge over the last 12 months.
Rooms
3-piece
Main
- Bedroom9'3" x 10'1"
- Bedroom12'4" x 8'7"
- Bedroom9'3" x 10'9"
- Kitchen12'5" x 8'3"
- Living Room25'2" x 11'9"
Listed by
Peryle Keye Real Estate Brokerage
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$139,980
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,438
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Mortgage: $3,438/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $385/mo · Insurance: $175/mo
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