| Region | Ontario, Canada |
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| Price | from CAD $5000 /wk |
| Available? | Yes |
| Size | 20 acres |
| Location | Georgian Bay |
Somerset Island
Ontario, Canada
http://www.privateislandsonline.com/somerset-island.htm
| Region | Ontario, Canada |
|---|---|
| Price | from CAD $5000 /wk |
| Available? | Yes |
| Size | 20 acres |
| Location | Georgian Bay |
A rare opportunity to rent a private island in Georgian Bay - historic Somerset Island. On the 20 acre island rests Woryco, a 17 room cottage designed with both rustic charm and the latest amenities.
The Island
Somerset Island is definitely a gem of the 30,000 islands. Somerset is actually two distinct sections of land joined by a low-lying rock cleft. Nestled amongst the Gerogian Bay Islands, Somerset island consists of 2 kilometres of wide paths that wind around the islands, connecting many look out points and scenic views.
Be wowed by astounding rock formations sculpted thousands of years ago by receding glaciers. Wander through wetlands where songs of rare bird species are heard every day. In the snowy season, cozy up to a crackling fireplace after a challenging day of skiing.
The Cottage
Woryco, the 4,500 square foot the main residence on Somerset Island, was built in 1902. The main level of the cottage consists of a great room, living room, dining room, ten bedrooms, den, mudroom, kitchen, kitchen pantry, laundry room and several bathrooms.
The great room is constructed of stained tongue and groove pine and the flooring is stained hardwood. It features a massive two storey fireplace with insert, three skylights, a fan and fronts on the “open” of Georgian Bay. It has corridors or wings on either side with access to the bedrooms and bathrooms.
The dining room is surrounded by windows on both sides and is finished with hardwood flooring, pine walls and ceiling and another massive fireplace with insert.
The guest wing contains five bedrooms plus a den and is finished in pine. There are also two three-piece bathrooms, a bathtub and shower room, as well as an open vanity area containing three sinks which were installed by the original owner, circa 1902. The corridors house original closets, a large linen closet and blanket box, all finished in pine.
The master wing, also finished in pine, contains a master bedroom and two dressing rooms (or three bedrooms) which all overlook “open” Georgian Bay waters as well as two washrooms. One washroom contains a vanity and toilet while the other washroom contains a six-foot bathtub, an oversized shower and vanity. The corridors are lined in pine closets (original to the home), and the floors are covered with decorator carpeting.
The kitchen has an Elmira Oval wood burning stove, hardwood cabinets, double sinks, fridge, stove, and microwave. It contains a large butchers block working table. Located off the kitchen is a walk-in pantry. There is also an eat-in area in the kitchen with ceiling fan. The flooring is Nafco laminate hardwood.
Next to the kitchen eating area is the nanny’s bedroom. The walls have been wallpapered and the floor has been carpeted. There is also a two-piece bathroom located here. The adjacent exercise room has wall-to-wall carpet and wall coverings.
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