Secluded $3.5 million Ontario home makes year-round cottage living a reality

Ever want to give it all up to live in a cabin in the woods? Then this Ontario home might just be a dream listing — but it replaces the run-down cabin concept with a stunning home.

A secluded spot surrounded by two acres of serene nature, 5031 Lakeshore Road is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom detached home in Burlington — touted as "one of Burlington's most remarkable and private residential properties."

Head up the hidden laneway and see what this property has to offer.

Lush landscapes abound.

As the last remaining portion of the original 100-acre Rosehill Farm, it's basically begging you to slow down and enjoy natural living.

The property is nestled right beside Appleby Creek — with old-growth trees, winding valley trails and the ruins of a stone footbridge. The spring offers a chance to fish for trout — which is a rare privilege in residential settings.

The porch.

Near the covered porch and lounge, the circular driveway is your entry point to this slice of modern living in a country setting — with an oversized detached two-car garage and an all-wooden porch that walks off the family room entrance.

The kitchen/family room.

Light pours into this bright, vaulted family room, while large windows and a massive skylight create breezy spaces to relax next to a cozy fireplace. It leads directly into the open-concept gourmet kitchen sporting marble and quartz countertops, a large island, and professional-grade built-in appliances.

See that custom cabinetry? That’s a theme throughout the home.

The den.

Facing the foyer is a den that should make for the ideal nook for a writing desk. Hard to be productive with a view like that, though.

The dining room.

Dine in elegance with this bright dining room featuring built-in cabinetry to store everything you need to be the host with the most. Yes, that is another fireplace behind that table.

The living room.

The living room — featuring yet another fireplace — connects to the rest of the house by a sliding door and has another walkout.

Keen eyes may have noticed the quarter sawn white oak hardwood flooring and tile throughout the main level's floors. This is a trend that continues up to the second floor. Speaking of which…

The primary bedroom.

Sleep in style with a spacious and airy primary bedroom, featuring a dual closet and three-piece ensuite.

Another bedroom.

The second and third bedrooms share a connecting four-piece ensuite, and ample closet space.

The basement rec room.

Heading down to the basement from the family room is a small rec room that’ll make for an excellent home gym.

Enter into your private slice of nature.

Time to head into the great outdoors. A classic cottage staircase will bring you to a super-private hangout spot that takes advantage of the property's 2.1 acres.

A fire pit.

Further into the outdoor area also boasts a family fire pit where you can soak in the sounds of the nearby babbling brook.

The backyard.

Pool parties will never be the same in this backyard with an oversized, in-ground Gunite pool. Again, check out the privacy here.

Surrounded by forests.

A stone's throw away from the coasts of Lake Ontario, this secluded country-style estate is just minutes from so many modern conveniences like GO Transit, shops, and restaurants. 

Hard to believe this slice of tranquillity has easy access to all modern amenities.

Country living in a modern city.

5031 Lakeshore Road is currently listed at $3,498,000 by Linda Joakim. Learn more about this property and book a tour by contacting her by email, or on REALTOR.