Back in the 1930s through the late 1950s it was not uncommon for people desiring a weekend retreat from the cities to own their get-away in lakeside villages and fishing camps around Ontario. These villages, such as Wasaga Beach, Crystal Beach, Grand Bend, and Bewdley to name a few, provided seasonal cottages on large lots, offering the serenity of country living with access to public beaches, docking and boat launch facilities. In addition, the community of seasonal dwellers provided a social circle of card parties and barbeques at a time when television at the cottage was not even considered as an option. All eagerly looked forward to their summer friends coming in from all points in Ontario and nearby States. Yes, it was a gentler time, but the current economic conditions and stresses may make the vintage idea of the seasonal lakeside village property a come back option for many.
The initial cost to purchase in a village and the taxes are considerably lower than lakefront properties. Yet the lifestyle of the retreat, lakeside activities, community and heritage Ontario architecture are all present for you to enjoy. The Muskoka/Parry Sound area has a number of quaint villages that offer the Muskoka lifestyle at a fraction of the cost of similar lakefront living.
Thinking about buying a cottage but thought the prices were out of your reach? Perhaps looking into lakeside village living is an option for you to consider. A professional real estate team can assist you in exploring all options for country living in the Muskoka/Parry Sound area that will fit your budget.
The opinions expressed on this page are those of the authors and not necessarily those of Coldwell Banker S.W.E. Heritage Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage
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