387 Christian Lane - Varty Lake. Set across 30 private acres with 1,200+ feet of Varty Lake waterfront, this extraordinary 1,400 sq. ft. estate is a generational find offering a seamless blend of modern craft and boundless versatility. Built in 2009 to rigorous year-round standards, the wheelchair-accessible, 3-bedroom retreat features rugged ICF construction, a steel roof, a cathedral cedar ceiling, and a 2024 heat pump. Heavy-duty 600-amp power, a 7 GPM well, and a 3kW solar array support the entire footprint. Beyond the main residence, the estate opens up to unmatched potential: Boutique Farm & Market Garden: Equipped with a 260 sq. ft. Sungrow greenhouse (2021), a hugelkultur market garden, a deer-protected growing area, four agricultural outbuildings, a 7,000 sq. ft. apple orchard, and a 2,500 sq. ft. berry and cherry orchard. Stunning Event & Venue Space: The old-growth cedar forest and 2 km of accessible trails serve as a breathtaking natural wedding chapel, while the expansive waterfront and massive 80 x 100-foot parking pad easily accommodate large event tents and gatherings. Waterfront & Recreation: Features the only Conservation Authority-approved private boat launch at this end of the lake, a 2021 floating dock, a water-edge gazebo, a 15-foot-deep man-made pond, and an 8,000-tree MFTIP managed pine forest that keeps property taxes exceptionally low. Wheelchair accessibility: features include: ramps built into the, wide entrance and interior doors, wheel-in shower, and wheel-under bathroom sink. 2 km of wheelchair accessible paths, landscaping, and trails to the water, gazebo, sheds, gardens, orchard, greenhouse, and forests. Complete with potential 4-season access and future multi-lot severance potential, this is a singular property designed for a life without compromise. (id:28469)
Facts & features
Property
MLS® Number
X13788218
Property Type
Single Family
Community Name
Stone Mills
Ownership
Freehold
Easement
Right Of Way
Equipment Type
Propane Tank
Features
Irregular Lot Size, Wheelchair Access, Carpet Free, Solar Equipment
Rental Equipment Type
Propane Tank
Structure
Dock
View Type
Direct Water View
Water Front Name
Varty Lake
Water Front Type
Waterfront On Lake
Building
Bathroom Total
1
Bedrooms Above Ground
3
Bedrooms Total
3
Appliances
Water Heater, Water Treatment
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Basement Type
None
Construction Style Attachment
Detached
Exterior Finish
Steel
Fireplace Present
Yes
Foundation Type
Block, Insulated Concrete Forms
Heating Fuel
Electric
Heating Type
Heat Pump
Stories Total
1
Size Interior
1,100 - 1,500 Sqft
Type
House
Parking
No Garage
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Land
Access Type
Public Road, Private Docking
Acreage
No
Sewer
Septic System
Size Depth
1100 Ft
Size Frontage
1250 Ft
Size Irregular
1250 X 1100 Ft
Size Total Text
1250 X 1100 Ft
Monthly payment estimate
$
Estimated payment—per month
Mortgage amount
—
Total interest
—
Down payments under 20% typically require mortgage default insurance (CMHC), which is not included in this estimate.
Estimate only — excludes property tax, insurance and condo fees. Rates compound semi-annually as is standard for Canadian mortgages.
Cost of ownership
Est. monthly payment
$3,985/mo
Ontario land transfer tax
$14,473 one-time
Payment assumes 20% down over 25 years. First-time buyers may get up to $4,000 back on land transfer tax.