I have listed a new property at 1158 Fallbrook Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Every spring, the maples wake up on this 29 acre haven before anything else. The sellers have been tapping them for years - buckets on the trees, syrup boiling down over an outdoor burner - and that ritual is yours now if you want it. Trails wind through the mature hardwood bush behind the house, a bountiful forest abundant with wildlife, native plants, and an endless supply of firewood your family will enjoy for decades to come. The home is warm, well-built, and designed for comfort: built in 2005, three bedrooms up including a primary with its own ensuite and soaker tub, a kitchen and dining space that invites people to linger, and a walkout lower level with a fourth bedroom or office. Heat is never a concern. Electric forced air handles the baseline, and the woodstove, tied directly into the ductwork, can warm the whole house from one fire. And then there is the garage. Three bays. Timberframe construction. A loft above. It is the kind of structure that stops people mid-step when they first see it. Ideal for a woodworker, a mechanic, a collector, or anyone with a serious hobby, this garage will make you realize you have been compromising your whole life. It is not an add-on. It is a destination. The location completes the picture. Swim in the clean, deep, fast-moving water of the Mississippi River just three minutes away. Blue Heron Golf Club is four minutes down the road. Perth is twelve minutes away. Kanata is forty-five. Far enough to feel like you've left. Close enough that you actually will. Land with character, a home worth coming back to, and a garage that exceeds every expectation. If the idea of tapping your own maples next March is more than a passing thought, come see this house before someone else does.

I have listed a new property at 211 Meadow Lane Court in Tay Valley. See details here

Just north of Maberly in Bennett Lake Estates, this 21-acre forested retreat includes its own natural mountain, with sweeping views of Bennett Lake and the mixed, mature forest below. Carefully thinned and tended over the years, the woods feel open yet wild, with over 250 feet of natural shoreline accessible by a short flight of steps. Watch the breeze ripple across the lake, trace the shifting colours of the seasons, and at night, lie back under a sky filled with stars, far from city lights. Located at the very end of Meadow Lane Court, the property offers deep privacy, with no neighbours in sight. The simple one-bedroom, one-bath cabin is finished with cedar harvested from the land and includes power and running water. With basic insulation and a quality woodstove, it's usable year-round-whether as a quiet retreat, future bunkie, or a practical base while you design and build a true four-season home atop the mountain. Several outbuildings add both charm and function, including a garage, woodshed, garden shed, gazebo, and bathhouse. From the high building site, long views follow the length of Bennett Lake, inviting days spent boating, fishing, or swimming from your own shore. The surrounding forest encourages hiking, snowshoeing, and ATV or snowmobile adventures, with the Tay Valley recreational trail just fifteen minutes away. As a resident of Bennett Lake Estates, you have deeded shared access to the community's two private waterfront lots, one with boat launch. Private road with maintenance and snow plowing $450/year. Perth is approximately 25 minutes away and Kanata just over an hour. What begins as a quiet escape may soon feel like the place your days were always meant to begin.

I have listed a new property at 00 Christie Lake North Shore Road in Tay Valley. See details here

At the corner of Christie Lake Road and Christie Lake North Shore Road lies a one-acre parcel of land, open to the sun and waiting for a new beginning. Clear and level, with hydro running along the property line, it offers both simplicity and possibility for those ready to build. Included with the sale is a second property directly across the road - a small, strategically positioned parcel at the bend where Christie Lake Road becomes Althorpe Road. Perfect for signage or a pair of billboards, it also offers excellent potential for a garden, seasonal market stand, or other creative roadside venture. With steady cottage-country traffic heading toward Christie Lake and Bobs Lake, visibility here is unmatched. The beauty of this offering is in its placement. Ten minutes west, the shimmering waters of Christie Lake invite with a boat launch that makes summer days easy and carefree. Ten minutes east, Perth welcomes with its heritage streets, markets, and restaurants. Highway 7 is just five minutes away, connecting you quickly to larger centres, while the quiet rhythm of country life remains intact. Nearby golf courses, winding trails, and woodland drives add to the appeal of a place where daily living and leisure naturally intertwine.Together, these two properties offer a blend of practicality and charm-a chance to build, create, and enjoy in the beautiful Tay Valley.

I have listed a new property at 473 Ennis Road in Tay Valley. See details here

Set along a quiet country road that winds through forest and meadow, this modern log home rests on 2.6 acres near Bennett Lake. Surrounded by a cedar rail fence and open fields, it feels timeless and secluded, with only the soft presence of grazing cattle beyond. The back deck looks across meadow and forest, a perfect vantage for watching mist lift in the morning or autumn colour settle over the treeline. Out front, the verandah invites long evenings with friends, or a quiet soak in the hot tub beneath sunsets and stars. Inside, the home combines the warmth of exposed logs with an open, airy layout rarely seen in traditional log homes. The living room features hardwood floors, a cathedral ceiling, and tall windows that capture soft afternoon light. The kitchen is modern and welcoming, with updated appliances and a large island that's made for sharing meals and conversations. The main floor primary bedroom greets the morning sun and includes a recently added walk-in closet with built-in shelving. Downstairs, the walkout lower level offers ceramic tile floors, radiant heat, pot lights, two more bedrooms, a full bath, and a spacious family or rec room. With its own entrance, its ideal for guests, extended family, or a potential in-law suite. Recent updates include designer lighting, a new wood stove, commercial-grade washer and dryer, and a large Amish-built shed. Bennett Lake is just minutes away for swimming, paddling, and fishing. And for everything else, Perth is a quick 15-minute drive. This is country living with style, comfort, and space to breathe.

I have listed a new property at 2617 Christie Lake Road in Lanark. See details here

Along a quiet stretch of the Tay River, this 19-acre parcel offers over 650 feet of unspoiled shoreline and the rare opportunity to create your own retreat in a place of quiet beauty. The land blends open spaces and mature trees, with the river wide and calm, perfect for paddling, swimming, or simply sitting at the waters edge to watch the light shift across the surface. A road entrance is already in place, and hydro is available at the road, making the path from vision to reality that much smoother. Just as a beautiful painting begins with the right canvas, a property of this quality offers the foundation for building a legacy both lasting and beautiful. With privacy all around and the soft sounds of the river as your backdrop, this property invites a range of possibilities, from a secluded waterfront home to a simple seasonal getaway. Whether you imagine lazy summer days on the shore, autumn walks through the changing leaves, or cozy winters beside a fire, this setting offers a timeless, year-round escape. Just minutes from Perth yet a world apart, it is the perfect place to build a home and a life.

I have listed a new property at 2619 Christie Lake Road in Lanark. See details here

Along the gentle sweep of the Tay River, this 16-acre property offers more than 500 feet of natural waterfront in a setting where the pace of life naturally slows. A tapestry of open meadow and mature forest provides both beauty and seclusion, while the wide, tranquil river invites paddling, swimming, and quiet moments at the waters edge. The shoreline remains untouched, allowing you to shape it to your vision. With hydro available nearby, the essentials for building are within reach. Here, the possibilities range from a private year-round home to a seasonal escape, each day shaped by the changing light and the shifting seasons. Just minutes from Perth, yet far from the busyness of daily life, it is a place to create something enduring in harmony with the land and water.

I have listed a new property at 185 Althorpe Road in Lanark. See details here

Flowing gently past a wooded and open 16-acre landscape, this parcel offers more than 430 feet of inviting shoreline along the Tay River. The water here is calm and clear, ideal for paddling, wading, or simply sitting by the water's edge to watch the light ripple across the surface. The land itself offers a blend of mature trees and open spaces, providing both privacy and versatility. With over 1,500 feet of frontage as well as hydro at the road and an entrance permit already in place, access and infrastructure are a breeze. Whether you envision a private retreat, a year-round home, or a property with space for multiple structures, this parcel offers a setting where the natural beauty of the river shapes each season. Just minutes from Perth, it is a place to create something lasting along one of the regions most beautiful rivers.

I have listed a new property at 2565 Christie Lake Road in Lanark. See details here

Along a quiet bend of the Tay River, only ten minutes from Perth, this 73-acre estate offers a rare combination of history, privacy, and natural beauty. The 1870 century stone home stands with quiet dignity at the end of a long private driveway. Its original pine floors and beautiful historic millwork tell the story of generations past, while the propane furnace, new wiring and plumbing, updated windows, and additional insulation keep you more than comfortable in the present. Generously sized rooms, a large wood-burning fireplace, and a clean, dry basement offer both comfort and practicality. With 5 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, there's space for the whole family, even if you converted one bedroom into a luxurious spa bathroom. The kitchen and dining addition awaits your vision, and the unfinished master bedroom offers space to create a private retreat. The land is a peaceful blend of forest and field, with apple trees and wild berry bushes dotted throughout. Over 1,200 feet of natural, swimmable shoreline invites canoeing or kayaking, with a 2.5 km paddle leading you into Christie Lake. A boathouse rests on a grandfathered footprint by the water, ready for restoration. In the field, a barn from 1825, with its massive beams and storied charm, stands waiting to be reborn as a gathering place, while an 1820 log home, rustic and rough-hewn with a screened-in porch and endearingly wonky floors, makes a perfect guest house or summer cabin.With no neighbours in sight, the property feels like a private world, vibrant in summer and hushed under winter snow, a place where time slows and history breathes in every stone, beam, and ripple of the river.