I have listed a new property at 710 Burchill Road in Montague. See details here

Fifteen acres of hardwood forest, walking trails winding through ash, birch, oak and cedar, and not a neighbour in sight. Minutes from the Village of Merrickville and under an hour to Ottawa, this high ranch bungalow delivers the privacy buyers dream about without trading away convenience. The main level has been refreshed top to bottom. A brand new kitchen with new appliances anchors an open-concept living space, with fresh paint throughout. The kitchen and living area flow together around a wood-burning fireplace and open to the back deck overlooking the landscaped yard and treeline beyond. Two bedrooms and a full bath complete the main floor. Downstairs, the finished walk-out lower level opens the home up considerably: two more bedrooms, a second full bathroom, and a sprawling 37-foot family room with space for a home theatre, games table, or quiet office in the corner. The walk-out design keeps it bright and grade-level, never the dim afterthought a lower level can be. Then there is the shop. A detached 30 x 40 steel building on an engineered concrete slab, with an oversized 12 x 14 door and the power to run whatever you bring into it. Hobbyists, contractors, mechanics, and RV owners, this one was built for you, and it rarely comes alongside a house like this. The homes mechanicals are handled: a furnace replaced in 2022, a water softener added in 2021, a sediment and UV filtration system, gas hot water, a private security system, and a Generac generator sized to carry the entire home through any outage. Bell fibre internet keeps you connected for work or play. Homes with this combination of acreage, shop space and move-in-ready updates rarely surface this close to Merrickville. Book your private showing, walk the trails, and stand in that shop. You'll understand the appeal before you reach the front door.

I have listed a new property at 279 Brown Road in Montague. See details here

Imagine stepping off your own property and onto 296 km of year-round trail. The Ottawa Valley Rail Trail sits less than 100 metres down the road, ready for cycling, walking, ATVing, and winter snowmobiling straight from your future front door. This private 1.9-acre lot is tucked into a quiet forest setting, the kind of place built for a country retreat without the long-drive isolation. Carleton Place is 15 minutes away, Smiths Falls just 8, and Kanata only 30, so amenities and the commute stay easy. The hard part is already handled: a drilled well is in, the lot sits on a municipally maintained road, and hydro runs to the lot line. High-speed internet and cell service are available, so working from the woods is genuinely an option. Rural zoning opens the door to more than a home and garage-workshop, it also allows home-based businesses and bed & breakfasts. A few kilometres on, the Lanark Community Forest adds even more trails for hiking and exploring. This is a blank canvas with the groundwork already laid, waiting for the right plan and the right owner. Bring your builder, bring your ideas, and walk it with your agent. Please do not walk the land without a real estate agent present.

I have listed a new property at 388 Cottage Road in Lanark. See details here

Tucked along a quiet stretch of the Rideau River, this charming 3-season log and cedar cottage offers a peaceful escape just a short paddle from historic Merrickville. Built in 2017 and lovingly maintained since, the cottage blends rustic warmth with light, modern touches. Inside, you'll find beautiful engineered hardwood floors with live-edge inlays and a soaring ceiling that adds a sense of space and character. The relaxing sunroom provides great views of the water and fills the cottage with natural light. A wood stove installed in 2021 keeps things warm during the cooler seasons, allowing you to make the most of spring and autumn at the river. The 3-piece bathroom features a deep soaker tub that offers a perfect way to end your day spent in the fresh air and sunshine. With two bedrooms plus potential sleeping space in the bunkie/shed, there's plenty of room for family and guests. The bunkie even has hydro for extra comfort. This property has an artesian well with clean, high-quality water. An added bonus is that behind the cottage, you have Crown Land that provides privacy and a beautiful natural environment of mature trees and wildlife. This is a spot for lazy afternoons, canoe rides into town for coffee or ice cream, and bonfires under the stars. Whether you're fishing, swimming, or simply relaxing by the shore under the canopy of cedars, you will love the tranquility of this riverfront retreat. Private road, maintenance is approx $200/year for spring and fall grading. Just 10 minutes to Merrickville or Smiths Falls and 50 minutes to Ottawa.