1257 Portage Road, Kawartha Lakes, ON
Property Highlights
Welcome to this remarkable 2-Storey detached located in the coveted neighborhood of Carden. Expertly crafted featuring premium wood construction, this residence presents an exceptional opportunity offered at $1,399,000 to acquire a beautiful home in a highly sought-after setting. Designed for both comfortable daily living and elegant entertaining, the layout maximizes natural light, functional flow, and lifestyle utility.
- 5 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms
- Generous living space spanning 2000-2500 sqft on a premium 827.02 x 200 ft lot
- Features a finished with walk-out, full basement, adding superb versatility for recreation, a home gym, or extra storage
- 15.0 total parking spaces available with a convenient detached configuration
- Notable attributes: Auto Garage Door Remote, Bar Fridge, Generator - Full
- equipped with central air central cooling and highly efficient forced air heating via wood
Description
EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOM-BUILT EXECUTIVE RETREAT commanding one of the area's most spectacular HILLTOP SETTINGS on a private 2.73-ACRE PROPERTY with breathtaking PANORAMIC TRENT-SEVERN WATER VIEWS, spectacular sunrises & sunsets, and unmatched privacy. Built in 2017, this luxurious YEAR-ROUND HOME offers over 3,000 sq. ft. of finished living space, combining modern design with resort-style outdoor living just minutes from BALSAM LAKE. Featuring 5 spacious bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a dedicated HOME OFFICE with high-speed fibre internet from BOTH BELL & ROGERS, and a fully finished WALK-OUT LOWER LEVEL ideal for extended family, guests or IN-LAW ACCOMMODATION. The impressive GREAT ROOM showcases SOARING CATHEDRAL CEILINGS, a stunning WOOD-BURNING FIREPLACE, hardwood & ceramic flooring, and expansive windows framing spectacular water views. The MAIN-FLOOR PRIMARY SUITE features direct walkout access to the wrap-around deck, walk-in closet, electric fireplace, and a spacious ensuite with soaker tub & separate shower. Your PRIVATE BACKYARD RESORT includes a HEATED 20' x 40' INGROUND POOL with waterfall, premium GLASS CABANA, fully fenced pool area, and beautifully landscaped entertaining spaces overlooking Mitchell Lake. The HEATED 900 SQ. FT. TRIPLE DETACHED GARAGE/WORKSHOP with upper loft is ideal for vehicles, boats, workshop, studio or additional storage. Additional features include CENTRAL AIR, 24 kW GENERAC STANDBY GENERATOR, oversized driveway, and quality finishes throughout. Minutes to public BOAT & KAYAK LAUNCHES, marinas, beaches, golf, ATV & snowmobile trails, with direct boating access to BALSAM LAKE & its famous sandbar via the TRENT-SEVERN WATERWAY with NO LIFT LOCKS. A rare opportunity to own a luxury four-season lifestyle property in the heart of the Kawarthas.
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Auto Garage Door Remote, Bar Fridge, Generator - Full, On Demand Water Heater, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Propane Tank, Sewage Pump, Sump Pump, Water Heater Owned, Water Softener, Water Treatment
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About Purchasing a Home in Kawartha Lakes, ON
For a property listed at $1,399,000 in Kawartha Lakes, the legal minimum down payment is $279,800 under current Canadian banking regulations. This calculation applies a 5% requirement on the first $500,000, 10% on the next $499,999, and a flat 20% on any amount exceeding $1,000,000.
Additionally, buyers in Ontario must budget for the Provincial Land Transfer Tax, which is estimated at $24,455 for this transaction. As this listing is in Kawartha Lakes (outside the City of Toronto), no additional municipal land transfer tax is levied, resulting in total estimated land transfer taxes of $24,455.
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