1034 Canning Heights Road, Minden Hills

Step into the kind of cottage escape people dream about. Tucked among mature trees within 2 hours of Toronto, this winterized 2-level retreat on a coveted 5-lake chain delivers spectacular sunsets and panoramic lake views from nearly every vantage point. Extensively renovated & interior designed w/ high quality features at a cost of $336,000 in 2025 by Terrelac, the cottage features a striking mid-century classic aesthetic that flows seamlessly across an open-concept layout defined by soaring ceilings, paneled walls, & new birch hardwood flooring. The heart of the home is a custom chef's kitchen equipped with new Café appliances, a Bosch dishwasher, & custom cabinetry, all framing beautiful waterfront vistas. Gather around the new teak dining table, then retreat to the living room where a majestic fieldstone fireplace steps out to a spacious, refinished sundeck. The cottage offers 3 bedrooms and 2 updated bathrooms, including one with an old-fashioned clawfoot tub, plus a peaceful second-floor window-lined room perfect for morning coffee or a home office. Moving in is entirely effortless; this turnkey property comes with premium chattel inclusions, including a new sectional sofa and lounge chair, vintage Arteriors bar cart, & new patio furniture. Outside, a gated entry with fieldstone posts lines the 4-season municipal road, where a stone walkway & stairs lead to a sandy beach with a gradual entry, fieldstone breakwall, historic stone boathouse, lakeside BBQ, & a brand-new 10'x20' floating dock with all-day sun. Complete w/ premium mechanical upgrades including a lifetime-warranty Stoughton metal roof, a 2021 furnace, a new water heater, updated plumbing and electrical, a 2026 water pump, & a new septic system designed to support future expansions like a garage or extension, this gem is ready for immediate enjoyment. 12 minutes to Minden and 16 to Haliburton, you are never too far from amenities, while the wooded land, clear waters, and vista offer instant serenity.