When looking for a new place to call home, most people have a set list of features in mind that should fulfill their needs, their lifestyle and their personal requirements. And while for some these demands consist of practical characteristics, like having a fully-equipped kitchen, a spacious workshop or solar panels on the roof, others put more emphasis on features that endorse their leisure activities and hobbies.
Boating is a popular sport in Canada, with a large number of sailing and boating clubs found in every corner of the country. Whether you’re into fishing, water skiing, rowing or sailing, there’s likely no better place to enjoy these activities than in the country which borders two oceans and has more than 60% of the world’s lakes! You’ll be happy to find that the Canadian real estate market recognizes the popularity of these recreational activities and boasts quite a versatile supply of properties featuring amenities that encourage getting out on the water.
Check out five Canadian homes for sale with impressive boating facilities:
#1 90 George Mercer Drive, Bay Roberts, NL, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, $549,900
Kickstarting our list is this inviting 5-bedroom, 4-bath home located in the popular Bay Roberts real estate market, on the northern part of the Avalon Peninsula. It’s the only property in this list which is situated by the ocean rather than a lake. The home itself comes with over 2,700 square feet of living space, including a fully-equipped kitchen with a dining area, a separate formal dining room, and an oversized living area which is ideal for entertaining guests. The executive waterfront property’s finest assets, however, are its boating facilities, which consist of a fabulous boathouse and a 50’x8’ wharf, situated just across the street. The finished deck, the fully-landscaped grounds, the double attached garage, and the separate detached garage are also worth noting.
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#2 714 Riverside Avenue 60, Sicamous, BC, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, $589,000
This gorgeous example of Sicamous real estate is part of a desirable boating area on Mara Lake, near the Trans-Canada Highway and approximately halfway between Calgary and Vancouver. Such an enviably-situated waterfront property with its very own 45’ boat slip is quite a prize, so anyone interested in it is advised to schedule a viewing ASAP. Besides the exceptional boating facilities, the 1,263-square-foot condo unit with its bright and airy layout, fully-equipped kitchen and brand new laminate flooring doesn’t disappoint either. New residents will enjoy full access to the development complex’s many amenities, including its swimming pool, patio and barbecue facilities.
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#3 1145 George Robertson Way, Fawn Island, ON, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, $599,900
Next up we have this exceptional 3-bedroom, 2-bath home located on tiny Fawn Island in the Ontario real estate market, situated in the St. Clair River, which forms a border between Canada and the US and which offers fantastic boating conditions on nearby Lake St. Clair. The listing is made up of two lots, with a 180’ frontage on the river and a private canal offering 160’ of protected docking. The dock area can leisurely accommodate multiple boats and its hoist will hold up to 10,000 lbs. Both the steel seawall on the river and the canal are in excellent condition.
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#4 2973 Highway 43, Montague, ON, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, $675,000
This inviting example of Montague real estate is tucked away in a quiet bay on the Rideau River near Smiths Falls, and can be found on a 3-acre lot dotted with mature trees and shrubs which offer plenty of privacy to its residents. The 5-bedroom, 3-bath ranch-style home comes with a separate in-law suite along with plenty of space to entertain guests. The backyard deck and the private beach area look over the scenic river and the meticulously-maintained grounds. The property also comes with a handful of boating facilities, including a dock and a jetty, which boating enthusiasts can make good use of when practicing their favourite hobby.
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#5 1094 Baltac Road, Windermere, BC, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, $1,590,000
Concluding our list is the priciest property of our list, in the form of this 5-bedroom, 4-bath home in the Windermere real estate market. The luxurious 3,412-square-foot custom-built house lies on the shores of Windermere Lake, not far from Banff, and offers unobstructed views of the mountains and the water. The opulent listing has too many awesome features to list, but its in-floor radiant heating, wired-in audio system, outdoor shower and dumb waiter which carries your luggage from the garage to the main level are worth noting. The property might serve as the perfect base for boating enthusiast, as it boasts its very own boat buoy along with a range of other amenities encouraging this sport.
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Photo Credit: Point2 Homes
All in all, the Canadian real estate market is quite rich and diverse regarding homes offering boating facilities to residents. Over to you: what type of boating activity do you like to practice, and which property of the ones we have described here would best support it? Leave your opinions in the comments section below and don’t hesitate to keep on browsing for more options!
