Muskoka cottage with private dock and Lake of Bays access. Exceptional value in a sought-after location. Welcome to 1257 Paint Lake Road. An increasingly rare opportunity to own an affordable cottage with real waterfront use on one of Muskoka's most desirable lake systems. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage is ready to enjoy immediately, offering a warm, inviting interior with a WETT-certified wood-burning fireplace and a bright sunroom for added living and sleeping space. Set back from the road with a forested backdrop, it delivers privacy and a relaxed cottage feel. Your 58 feet of deeded shoreline just across the road features a clean, sandy-bottom entry and private dock, ideal for swimming, boating, and long summer days on the water. Paint Lake offers direct boating access into Lake of Bays, unlocking extended exploration, waterfront destinations, and full-day adventures. With year-round access on a municipally maintained paved road, plus a drilled well, septic system, and detached garage for storage, this property is both practical and easy to enjoy from day one. In a market where many options are water-access only, vacant land, or priced significantly higher, this property stands out as a smart entry into Muskoka ownership with immediate use and long-term upside. The lot also offers strong potential to expand or build a larger custom two-storey cottage, whether for personal use or as an investment rental, while still enjoying the existing structure today. Opportunities like this are limited. Secure your place in Muskoka paradise now and start making the most of the seasons ahead. If you're looking for a summer retreat, a family gathering place where cherished memories are made, or a property with future upside, this is your opportunity to step into Muskoka cottage living today, with the flexibility to grow into something more. (id:47421)
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Detailed Information
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Lot
105 x 152.67 ft
Community Features
School Bus
Equipment
None
Property Easement
Unknown
Listing Contract Date
2026-03-25
Location Description
Cross Streets: Hwy 117. ** Directions: Hwy 117 to Paint Lake Rd, to 1257 Paint Lake Rd.
Ownership Type
Freehold
# of Parking Spaces
5
Property Type
Single Family
Rental Equipment
None
Structures
Deck, Porch, Dock
Transaction Type
For sale
Views
Lake view, Direct Water View
Waterfront Type
Waterfront on lake
Waterfront Name
Paint Lake
Zoning Description
R
Building
Age
51 to 99 years
Appliances
Water Heater, Stove, Window Coverings, Refrigerator
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Basement Type
None
Construction Style (Attachment)
Detached
Cooling Type
None
Exterior Finish
Wood
Fireplace Present
Yes
# of Fireplaces
1
Fireplace Type
Woodstove
Foundation Type
Unknown
Heating Fuel
Electric
Heating Type
Baseboard heaters
Stories Total
1
Type
House
Utility Water
Drilled Well
Rooms
Room
Level
Dimensions
Notes
Living room
Main level
5.21 m x 3.53 m
Kitchen
Main level
3.53 m x 2.13 m
Kitchen
Main level
2.26 m x 1.6 m
Bedroom
Main level
2.31 m x 2 m
Bedroom
Main level
2.31 m x 2.62 m
Bathroom
Main level
2.03 m x 1.7 m
Sunroom
Main level
5.79 m x 1.9 m
Parking Spaces
Name
Spaces
Detached Garage
Garage
Utilities
Type
Description
Electricity
Installed
Wireless
Available
Telephone
Nearby
Land
Total Size
105 x 152.7 FT | under 1/2 acre
Access Type
Public Road, Private Docking
Sewer
Septic System
Size of Irregular Land
105 x 152.7 FT
Surface Water
Lake/Pond
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