If a Muskoka island could tell its story, what a fairytale it would be as this historic landmark has seen over a century of changes in fabled Muskoka, Ontario. Since 1888, the aptly named “Fairview” Island has welcomed families to its 5 acres of gently sloping, user-friendly topography and over 2,200 feet of shoreline on lower Lake Rosseau. The island itself boasts some of the finest sand beaches in all of Muskoka and includes groupings of stunning granite rock outcroppings and rock ledge shorelines that fall off into the sparkling blue waters of Lake Rosseau. The 360 degree outlook through mature hardwood forest and century old windswept pines, allows breathtaking views from anywhere on the property and each day begins and ends with magnificent sunrises and sunsets.

Fairview Island is the ideal setting to build your new dream retreat with unbeatable redevelopment potential due to its extensive list of desirable attributes. It is a magical place where you can start your own family history of cherished memories. Alternatively, you can be one of the few families to enjoy the original cottage which still sits stoically on Precambrian granite as it has for over a century. This traditional “Olde Muskoka” cottage includes both walls and striking 12 foot ceilings of the finest handcrafted gum woods throughout the cottage. Most of the 7 uniquely designed bedrooms feature a combination of Juliet balconies, or covered verandas, perfect for a quiet morning coffee with the sounds of the waves breaking on the rocky shore. The 4th floor belfry tower and over 1,550 square feet of covered veranda surrounding the main floor with sweeping views of Lake Rosseau add even extra character to this exceptional vintage cottage. A winterized 2 bedroom pine-lined bunkie with screened Muskoka room plus a 2 slip boathouse with additional sleeping area, complete this exclusive family enclave.

Whether embracing the historic buildings already onsite, or building your dream cottage and boathouse, Fairview Island is a rare opportunity for the exclusivity and privacy of owning your own paradise and as a side benefit, you won't have any uninvited “drop-ins” by car on your summer weekend at the cottage.

This coveted location on Lake Rosseau affords easy access to mainland docking and parking, to the hub of the Muskoka Lakes in Port Carling, and to championship golf clubs and premier resorts. This is an ownership destination in a class all by itself.

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