$549,000
For sale: Other

Step back in time and experience the charm of a true Canadian wilderness retreat. Located on the northernmost point of Red Gut Bay, this remarkable 3.57-acre property is surrounded by Crown land and offers both north- and south-facing sandy shoreline—creating one of the most coveted settings on the bay. Just a 45-minute drive east of Fort Frances followed by a scenic 20 minute boat ride, this secluded getaway offers privacy, tranquility, and unforgettable lake living. The main 1½-storey lodge, built in 1965, features four bedrooms and spacious living, dining, and kitchen areas perfect for gathering with family and friends. The property operates on solar, generator, and propane power, allowing you to embrace an off-grid lifestyle with comfort. Scattered throughout the property are charming log guest cabins, each raised onto stable foundations and complete with simple kitchens and screened-in porches—ideal for relaxing while taking in the sights and sounds of nature without the bugs. Additional amenities include a sauna house, fish-cleaning and storage building, docking, and sandy beaches. Whether you’re looking for a family compound, a fishing retreat, or an opportunity to operate a wilderness lodge, this exceptional Rainy Lake property is ready for its next chapter. The property’s classic northern Ontario character, with docks leading to the collection of rustic cabins nestled among towering pines, conveys the peaceful, timeless appeal of this special retreat.
Sold data
Homes in Fort Frances took a median of 24 days to sell over the last 365 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 18 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 37, across 76 recorded sales.
The median sale price was $249,900.
Homes sold for about 1.0% above asking on average.
About 53% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 14% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 76 recorded sales in the last 1 year — a small sample, so treat these figures as indicative. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.
Schools
Fort Frances has 4 Fraser Institute–rated schools (3 elementary and 1 secondary), averaging 4.3/10.
School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.
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