491 PORTAGE RD

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491 Portage Rd.

$699,000

Dear visionaries and begetters, it is with great delight that we present to you a most remarkable homestead of grand proportions, constructed circa 1880 and once a jewel in the empire of the esteemed railroad tycoon, Sir William Mackenzie, nestled in the enchanting Kawartha Lakes. This lustrous residence boasts over 3,500 square feet of lavish living space, featuring six expansive bedrooms and three full bathrooms, complemented by a charming wood burning fireplace in the family room, among numerous other refinements.


Spanning over five acres of picturesque land, this property includes a serene pond and is ideally situated in close proximity to the Trent Severn Waterway, and the splendid Balsam Lake. The great road, highway number twelve, lies in near junction, adding much to the ease and convenience of this location. Do not let this unparalleled opportunity slip through your fingers, dear readers, to possess such a unique and captivating property!


**EXTRAS** Second entrance on East side of property line.


Location Description

Portage Rd & Centennial Park Rd.

Property Type

Single Family


Building Type

House


Storeys

2


Subdivision Name

Kirkfield


Title

Freehold


Land Size

5.17A


Built in

1880


Parking Type

Private Drive

Building

Bedrooms

Above Grade

6

Below Grade

0


Bathrooms

Total

3


Interior Features

Appliances Included

Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerators (2), Freezer, Stove, Washer, Hot Water Tank

Basement Type

Full (Finished)


Heating & Cooling

Cooling

None

Heating Type

Forced Air Propane, 2 Woodstoves, 1 Wood Burning Fireplace


Building Features

Features

Large Lot

Pond

Proximity to Highway 12



Foundation Type

Stone

Style

Detached

Architecture Style

2-Storey

Floor Space

3,510

Rental Equipment

Propane Tanks


Heating & Cooling

Cooling

None

Heating Type

Forced Air- Propane

2 Woodstoves

1 Wood Burning Fireplace


Utilities

Utility Sewer

Septic

Water

Drilled Well


Exterior Finish

Siding

Neighbourhood Features

Marina, Beach,  Park, Lake, Canal, Playground, Schools


Parking

Parking Type

Private Drive


Total Parking Spaces

6



Main Level Entrance
Dining Room
Great Room
Landing
Kitchen
Bathroom
Solarium
Great Room
Wood Room
Wine Cellar
Sauna
Second Level Bedroom
Ensuite
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom

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