$4,900,000
↓ $1,050,000 from $5,950,000
Est. payment $21,696/moCalculate yours
1052 Longhurst Road 22, Muskoka Lakes, ON P0B 1J0
Watt, Muskoka Lakes, ON P0B 1J0
- 6 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,000 Sq Ft
Listing courtesy of Chestnut Park Real Estate MLS® X13126186
About this home
Welcome to Birchcove-an iconic Lake Rosseau Estate on Windermere’s coveted sunset shoreline. Offered for sale for the first time in its history, this generational property presents a rare opportunity to acquire one of South Lake Rosseau’s most distinctive and irreplaceable waterfront holdings. Held by the same family for five generations, Birchcove spans an extraordinary setting of sandy shoreline, granite outcroppings, level landscaped grounds, twin cottages, and twin grandfathered boathouses; all enveloped in remarkable privacy and framed by sweeping western views. The six-bedroom main cottage captures the essence of classic Muskoka with an effortless sense of style. Rich basswood interiors, original character details, a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, romantic dining room, two main-floor primary bedrooms, and a charming vintage kitchen create inviting spaces designed for gathering. Gingerbread-trimmed lakeside doors open seamlessly to a signature veranda overlooking the lake and spectacular summer sunsets. A separate three-bedroom guest cottage with full kitchen offers ideal accommodations for family and guests, creating a waterfront compound designed for generations to come. The grounds are exceptional with expansive lawns, historic stone pathways, and a stunning waterside terrace provide a setting equally suited to barefoot summer days, family celebrations, and elegant lakeside entertaining. At the shoreline, two iconic grandfathered boathouses offer five enclosed slips, extensive docking, and generous lounging areas connected by a whimsical footbridge that has become a landmark along these shores. Long antique slips, a boat port, sailboat ramp, and captivating views to Windermere & beyond complete an increasingly rare waterfront experience. Fully furnished and impossible to replicate, Birchcove represents a once-in-a-generation offering where heritage, privacy, and timeless Lake Rosseau living converge for today’s modern family.
Property details
Overview
- Property Type
- Detached
- Style
- 1 1/2 Storey
- For
- For Sale
- Status
- Extension
- Approximate Age
- 100+
- Size
- 2,000 sqft
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Kitchens
- 1
- Basement
- None
Building & Systems
- Heating
- Baseboard (Electric)
- Cooling
- None
- Exterior
- Wood
- Foundation
- Piers
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Water
- Other
- Sewer
- Holding Tank
Lot & Parking
- Lot Size
- 260 x 238 Feet
- Parking
- None garage · 6 total
- Zoning
- WR1-7
Financial
- Property Taxes
- $11,751 (2025)
Location
- Neighbourhood
- Watt
- Cross Street
- Longhurst Rd & 1052 Longhurst Rd
- Direction Faces
- North
Listing
- MLS® Number
- X13126186
- Days on Market
- 157
- Listed On
- 2026-05-14
- Possession
- On Closing
- Listed By
- Chestnut Park Real Estate
Rooms
Features
Interior
- Primary Bedroom - Main Floor
- Separate Heating Controls
- Separate Hydro Meter
Property
- Beach
- Golf
- Waterfront
- Wooded/Treed
- Island
Pool
- None
- Excluded
- Exclude all Personal effects & Sellers' discretionary removal of any artwork, memorabilia & ornamental items along with the sellers' discretionary exclusions of items of kitchenware, dining ware, and glassware. All motorized & non-motorized watercraft + accompanying accessories. List in Documents.
Mortgage calculator
Estimated mortgage payment
$21,696 per month
- Principal and interest
- $21,696
- Property tax
- $979
- Condo fees
- $0
- Estimated monthly cost
- $22,675
Your mortgage
- Mortgage amount
- $3,920,000
- Mortgage insurance
- Not needed
- Interest over 25 years
- $2,588,842
Cash to close
- Down payment
- $980,000
- Land transfer tax
- $108,975
- First-time buyer refund
- $0
- Sales tax on insurance (8%)
- $0
- Total, before legal fees
- $1,088,975
With less than 20% down, a 30-year amortization is available to first-time buyers and buyers of newly built homes.
Talk to me about financingEstimates only, not a mortgage offer or financial advice. Uses the Canadian fixed-rate convention (interest compounded twice a year), 2026 mortgage insurance premiums and Ontario land transfer tax. Your lender will confirm your actual rate and payment.
Location
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