$585,000
For sale: Detached

Perched on a hill overlooking the sparkling waters of Benson Lake, this charming four-season cottage or home offers the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and year-round enjoyment. Set on approximately 0.65 acres with 120' of natural waterfront, the property is surrounded by mature trees and peaceful lake views. Benson Lake is part of the Rideau Canal system, providing exceptional boating opportunities. From this property, you can access 6 different lakes without passing through a set of locks, making it easy to explore the surrounding waterways right from your own dock. This inviting two-storey property features 4 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, including a main-floor bedroom currently being used as an office. The cozy living room features a wood stove, while the updated kitchen provides a welcoming space for family and friends to gather. Enjoy spectacular outdoor living from the large deck, or head down to the dock for swimming, boating, fishing, and exploring the lake. The natural waterfront and mature trees create a private and relaxing setting to enjoy every season. Additional features include a metal roof, drilled well, and a septic holding tank. Located just minutes south of the charming town of Westport, off Massassauga Road, this property offers peaceful waterfront living while remaining close to local shops, restaurants, amenities, and all that Westport has to offer. Also located a 10 minute walk to a very nice section of the Rideau trail for hiking. Whether you're looking for a year-round home, family cottage, or peaceful getaway, this Benson Lake property is an opportunity to enjoy the very best of Rideau Lakes waterfront living.
Sold data
Homes in Rideau Lakes South Crosby Twp took a median of 39 days to sell over the last 365 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 22 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 71, across 40 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 Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 56 days.
The median sale price was $486,852.
Homes sold for about 4.9% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 2% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 28% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 40 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.
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