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$1,999,000

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1521 Old Hwy 117

Franklin, Lake of Bays, Ontario P0B1A0

For sale· Added

2 bed1 bath700–1,100 sqft

About this home

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.

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Property details

Listing

MLS® number
X13830728
Added
Sep 25, 2026 ()
Updated
Sep 27, 2026 ()
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Overview

Property type
Single Family
Building type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Storeys
1
Ownership
Freehold

Inside

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Heating
Other, Other
Cooling
None
Fireplace
No
Features
Irregular lot size

Building

Basement
None
Exterior
Wood
Foundation
Wood/Piers
Parking
No Garage · 8 spaces

Land

Lot size
265 x 831 ft
Lot notes
Irregular
Waterfront
Waterfront on lake
Body of water
Lake of Bays
View
Lake view, View of water, Direct Water View
Zoning
Waterfront Service Commercial

Services

Sewer
Septic System

Location

Cross streets
Hwy 117 and Old Hwy 117
Directions
Highway 117 to Old Hwy 117 to subject property.

Running costs

Annual property tax (2025)
$7,792

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