$735,000
For sale: Detached

A rare find in today's market, this stunning century home blends timeless charm, thoughtful updates, and a peaceful setting backing onto a forested area. Truly unlike anything else available in Penetanguishene, this extraordinary property is just steps from Georgian Bay and sits on an impressive 100x255ft lot comprised of four separate parcels, offering exceptional space, privacy, and future potential. Pride of ownership is evident throughout this beautifully maintained home. Warm, inviting, and filled with character, the open-concept main floor has been tastefully updated with newer flooring, a renovated kitchen, and updated main floor laundry with a 2-piece bathroom, creating the perfect balance of historic charm and modern convenience. The bright, functional layout is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.Upstairs, is a cozy loft area that offers potential for a third bedroom, a spacious secondary bedroom, a 4-piece bathroom, and an impressive primary suite featuring a walk-in closet, ample room for a king-sized bed, and additional space for a home office or reading nook.Step outside and discover your own private oasis. Surrounded by mature trees, the backyard offers multiple outdoor entertaining spaces, including a newly completed patio, dining area, hot tub, gazebo, fire pit, and a charming tented retreat. The fully insulated bunkie, complete with hydro and A/C, provides incredible flexibility as a guest suite, home office, or she-shed. A 24x22ft fenced area offers potential for a future pool or vegetable garden. The double-car garage features a large workshop, ample storage, and an additional garden shed. Located just a short walk to Penetang Harbour, boating, parks, trails, shopping, restaurants, and amenities, this turn-key property offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern living. With its unique character, exceptional lot size, endless possibilities, and gorgeous sunsets, this remarkable home must be seen to be fully appreciated.
Sold data
Detached homes in Penetanguishene took a median of 34 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 20 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 61, across 32 recorded sales.
That clock counts only the listing each home finally sold on. Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 64 days.
The median sale price was $595,000.
Homes sold for about 4.0% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 3% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 25% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 32 recorded sales in the last 90 days — a small sample, so treat these figures as indicative. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.
Schools
Penetanguishene has 6 Fraser Institute–rated schools (5 elementary and 1 secondary), averaging 4.7/10.
School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.
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