Cross Streets: Madawaska Rd and Davies Ln. ** Directions: From Bancroft follow Hwy 62 N to Hwy 127 to Madawaska Rd, (not Old Madawaska Rd) turn left on Davies Lane. ER # 198. A Peaceful Retreat in South Algonquin: Welcome to beautiful Cross Lake - a.k.a. Lyell Lake and discover the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and natural beauty at this serene South Algonquin cottage. First time offered for sale in over 40 years. Over 1000 feet of frontage on pristine water and 4.7 acres of privacy surrounded by acres of Crown land. This well maintained Pan-Abode cottage has large windows that invite bright lakeviews inside the thoughtful open concept layout to ensure a cozy, welcoming atmosphere year-round. With interlocking western cedar construction, this cottage offers 3 bedrooms, 4pc bathroom, laundry and space to sleep 8 including couch. Cozy up next to the wood-insert fireplace with a very efficient wood burning furnace in the basement for year round enjoyment. Baseboard heater in the bathroom as well as basement. Walkout to the large wrap around deck and screened-in gazebo overlooking serene lakeviews. There is a bunkie that sleeps 8 including the futon. Also a large outbuilding approx. 24ft x 16ft that could be used as a games room or boat storage. At the waters edge there is a newer dock (2022) which has plenty of room for entertaining and boats. Very friendly beach area for the little ones and to easily launch canoes and kayaks. In behind the bunkie is a nature trail that gives access to Long Lake. The property goes all the way to Long Lake and it would be possible to add a dock for a boat if desired. The entire lake is surrounded by Crown land. The path also opens up 300 metres along to a Bluff - perfect for sunsets. You can canoe/kayak on Long Lake to a jump rock. Set in the tranquil beauty of South Algonquin, this property provides both seclusion and ultimate waterfront enjoyment. From canoeing, kayaking and hiking to simply soaking up the quiet, every day here feels like a step into a simpler, more peaceful world. (id:27476)
