538 Skene Road

Lake Ward, Marmora and Lake, K0L 1W0

$599,000

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  • 3+1 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 4 parking
  • 1500-2000 sq ft

Listed 40 days ago · MLS® X13767952

About this home

Welcome to a rare waterfront retreat on the quiet shores of Lost Lake, offering exceptional privacy, natural beauty, and four-season enjoyment. This property features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, providing comfortable space for family living, weekend escapes, or hosting guests. Offering peace of mind with recent updates, an automatic generator, propane heat and forced air recirculation for the warmer months, ensures comfort and reliability throughout the seasons. The layout provides functional living space while maintaining a cozy cottage feel that encourages relaxation and connection. Lost Lake is an exclusive and peaceful setting shared by only a small number of waterfront owners, where nature takes centre stage. Mornings begin with calm waters and the sound of loons, while evenings bring breathtaking sunsets and clear night skies. The lake offers excellent opportunities for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and paddle sports, making it an ideal setting for those who appreciate quiet waterfront living. In winter, the property transforms into a true outdoor retreat with skating, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing right outside your door. Warmer months invite long days on the water, quiet afternoons on the dock, and evenings spent enjoying the natural surroundings. The property is accessed via a township-maintained road, with garbage and recycling services available, making year-round use easy and accessible. Located just minutes from McGeachie Conservation Area and the Dickey Lake boat launch, outdoor recreation opportunities are always close by while the setting still feels private and removed from everyday busyness. Known as "HYGGE," this special property reflects the Danish concept of warmth, comfort, and enjoying life's simple moments whether used as a year-round home or a peaceful getaway.

Details

Type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Size
1500-2000 sq ft
Lot
117 × 147 ft
Basement
Finished with Walk-Out, Separate Entrance
Garage
None
Kitchens
1
Property tax
$4,778 (2026)
Neighbourhood
Lake Ward
Municipality
Marmora and Lake
Price per sq ft
$342 (19% below detached houses in Marmora and Lake, $423)

Interior

Bedrooms
3 above ground + 1 below
Bathrooms
1 × 4-piece (main), 1 × 3-piece (basement)
Rooms
6 above ground + 4 below
Family room or den
No
Fireplace
Wood Stove
Features
Generator - Full, Guest Accommodations, In-Law Capability, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor

Heating, cooling and services

Heating
Forced Air, Propane
Water and sewer
Septic

Building and exterior

Style
Bungalow
Exterior
Vinyl Siding
Roof
Shingles
Foundation
Concrete Block
Faces
West
Outdoor
Year Round Living
Waterfront
Direct

Parking

Total parking
4

Lot

Size
117 × 147 ft

More

Possession
flexible
Cross street
SKENE RD & DICKEY LAKE RD.

History of this address

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Location

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The neighbourhood

Getting around Car-dependent

No subway, LRT or GO station within a short trip.

Within a 10-minute walk: no grocery stores, 0 cafés and restaurants, 0 parks.

Who lives here postal area K0L

Owners / renters
88% / 12%
Median household income
$79,000
Average age
48
Children under 15
13%
Homes
92% detached, 0% high-rise
Commute by transit
1%
Population
78,142

Languages spoken most at home besides English: Polish 0.1%, Yue (Cantonese) 0.1%, Mandarin 0.1%, German 0.1%.

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Commute

Noise Nothing major nearby

No highway within 500 m, rail line within 300 m, or airport flight path nearby.

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Internet High-speed

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