Manchee Island
The three season home of a noted local builder, this 5.2 acre private island, features a gracious custom built, three bedroom, two bath, main cottage, a 550 sq. ft. guest cabin, a covered, 2 slip boat shed, a dockside workshop, spacious terraced decking for waterside entertaining and generous docking for 6-8 boats.
The island offers both stunning views of open water to the south west and a natural deep water harbour on the protected ...
The three season home of a noted local builder, this 5.2 acre private island, features a gracious custom built, three bedroom, two bath, main cottage, a 550 sq. ft. guest cabin, a covered, 2 slip boat shed, a dockside workshop, spacious terraced decking for waterside entertaining and generous docking for 6-8 boats.
The island offers both stunning views of open water to the south west and a natural deep water harbour on the protected east side.
The main cottage is perfectly sited atop a granite shoulder surrounded by a mixed forest of pine, maple and oak. The east facing front entrance and kitchen/pantry overlook the harbour while the principal rooms are oriented to breathtaking southwest views of the open water.
At the harbour one is greeted by open decks terraced against a dramatic, smooth rock face and a gently trickling waterfall. The approach to the front entrance is via a gently sloping boardwalk, scribed into the rock, which curves up to the entrance deck. perfect for carts and completely accessible for wheelchair or walker
Undulating curves of the entrance deck repeat the curve of the arched windows and front door.
The entrance foyer opens into a large great room; kitchen, living and dining with a sun room off the dining area. A southwest facing window wall and sky lights flood the room with light and 9' high walls and vaulted ceilings enhance the impression of airy spaciousness.
Finishing materials and the palate are muted light neutrals, pale blond, off white, pale pine ceilings, light beige broadloom, all in deference to the glorious natural surroundings.
The Living Room
The living room is oriented to the southwest facing window wall, overlooking views filtered through the forest to the open water. Upper operable transoms and ceiling fans allow for cooling air flow. On the south west wall of the great room is a built in entertainment centre and a built in propane fire place.
A wet bar separates the living & dining areas with bar fridge, bar sink and undercounter storage.
Dining Room
Just steps from the kitchen the dining room is adjacent to the sun room. The space easily accommodates a table for 12 with room to spare.
The Sun Room
Fondly known as the 'Tree House' by the owners the sun room features floor-to-ceiling windows on 3 sides, all with screens. A door on the north side of the sun porch accesses a Barbeque Deck and a second door opposite opens onto a generous front deck which runs the length of the structure and wraps around the Master Suite at the south end.
A tempered glass and cedar railing around the deck allows unobstructed views.
The Kitchen
The custom designed kitchen has a double window overlooking the harbour, and generous storage and counter areas. It features a four seat side island which functions perfectly for informal meals, and as a compact office space and a marble topped centre island on casters which works well as prep centre and storage. The muted palate is repeated in the off white cabinetry and bone appliances.
Appliances; Blanco Composite Sink, Kitchen Aid Compacter, Maytag Dishwasher,
Kitchen Aid Ceramic Cooktop/Electric/Convection Range, Frigidare Gallery Microwave & Amana Fridge/Freezer, undercabinet Zenon lighting.
Pantry/ Laundry
Immediately off the kitchen the pantry/laundry room has a floor to ceiling pantry on one wall, and, on the opposite wall, an upright freezer, Frigidaire front loading Washer& Dryer, and a deep laundry sink with storage cupboard below. A large window in this utility room has views to the harbour and fills the room with natural light.
The Master Suite
The Master Suite has a five piece En Suite with cork floor 2 vanities, tub, shower and w/c, His & Hers Walk In Cupboards/ Dressing Rooms and a walk out to a 'Swim in Place' fitness/massage pool on the private Master Deck which overlooks the water to the south and west.
The Master bedroom has a king size bed which appears to float in the centre of the room.
The cleverly designed headboard has concealed storage in the back
The Guest Bath
The four piece guest bath has a drilled porcelain bowl sink, tub/shower w/c and cork flooring.
Main Guest Room
The Main Guest room has a king bed and overlooks the harbour.
Other Bedrooms
The cottage can comfortably accommodate six people in the three bedrooms. The third bedroom doubles as a study with a pop up trundle bed which converts to a king.
This is a treasure of a cottage. Construction is of the highest standard and exacting attention to every detail is evident throughout. Every room has views to the water.
The Boat House
The 32'x26' boat house is actually a roofed shed with two louvered side walls which offers full protection for a boat in the interior slip. Built in cupboards on the back wall offers storage for marine related items.
Decks & Docks
Two levels of decks allow for easy entry and unloading and space for entertaining or enjoying the quiet view. Docks furnish tie up for 6-8 boats. The decks are supported by a steel superstructure. In the winter the ramps are removed and the boatshed remains floating.
The Workshop
Also dockside is a full tool/workshop and storage facility. It houses power panels, and, conveniently has a full fridge/ freezer.
The Guest Cabin
The recently constructed, 550 sq.ft. guest cabin is sited on the shoreline north of the harbour and is accessed via water to a 'Cliffhanger dock' or via a footpath through the woods from the main cabin. The interior has not yet been completed.
Landscaping
The landscaping is restrained and natural, utilizing and enhancing the existing topography and plant materials; natural depressions in the rock are planted with gardens, naturally occurring specimens are highlighted, such asa magnificent old "bonsai' white pine, and water is trickled over a riven rock face and spills into the bay.
Other Details
back up generator
200 Amp service
2 water lines with ball valve
fire pump and fire hose dockside
casement style arched windows all with screens
UV water purification system plus three water filters
swim in place, self-cleaning fitness massage therapy pool: Hydropool Aquatrainer;7'9" x14'
Location
Located in the heart of Sans Souci, one of the most desirable cottage communities in Georgian Bay, Manchee is less than ten minutes by boat to the Sans Souci Community Centre, children's camp, tennis club, marina, convenience store and LCBO.
To the east of the island lies the Massassauga Wilderness Park, one of Ontario's largest wilderness parks, which is frozen for any development.
Manchee Island can be accessed from any of the full service marinas in Parry Sound, or locally via Moose Deer Point or via protected waters from Woods Bay Marina.
George Webster
(Sales Representative)
Royal LePage Meadowtowne Realty, Brokerage
The three season home of a noted local builder, this 5.2 acre private island, features a gracious custom built, three bedroom, two bath, main cottage, a 550 sq. ft. guest cabin, a covered, 2 slip boat shed, a dockside workshop, spacious terraced decking for waterside entertaining and generous docking for 6-8 boats.
The island offers both stunning views of open water to the south west and a natural deep water harbour on the protected east side.
The main cottage is perfectly sited atop a granite shoulder surrounded by a mixed forest of pine, maple and oak. The east facing front entrance and kitchen/pantry overlook the harbour while the principal rooms are oriented to breathtaking southwest views of the open water.
At the harbour one is greeted by open decks terraced against a dramatic, smooth rock face and a gently trickling waterfall. The approach to the front entrance is via a gently sloping boardwalk, scribed into the rock, which curves up to the entrance deck. perfect for carts and completely accessible for wheelchair or walker
Undulating curves of the entrance deck repeat the curve of the arched windows and front door.
The entrance foyer opens into a large great room; kitchen, living and dining with a sun room off the dining area. A southwest facing window wall and sky lights flood the room with light and 9' high walls and vaulted ceilings enhance the impression of airy spaciousness.
Finishing materials and the palate are muted light neutrals, pale blond, off white, pale pine ceilings, light beige broadloom, all in deference to the glorious natural surroundings.
The Living Room
The living room is oriented to the southwest facing window wall, overlooking views filtered through the forest to the open water. Upper operable transoms and ceiling fans allow for cooling air flow. On the south west wall of the great room is a built in entertainment centre and a built in propane fire place.
A wet bar separates the living & dining areas with bar fridge, bar sink and undercounter storage.
Dining Room
Just steps from the kitchen the dining room is adjacent to the sun room. The space easily accommodates a table for 12 with room to spare.
The Sun Room
Fondly known as the 'Tree House' by the owners the sun room features floor-to-ceiling windows on 3 sides, all with screens. A door on the north side of the sun porch accesses a Barbeque Deck and a second door opposite opens onto a generous front deck which runs the length of the structure and wraps around the Master Suite at the south end.
A tempered glass and cedar railing around the deck allows unobstructed views.
The Kitchen
The custom designed kitchen has a double window overlooking the harbour, and generous storage and counter areas. It features a four seat side island which functions perfectly for informal meals, and as a compact office space and a marble topped centre island on casters which works well as prep centre and storage. The muted palate is repeated in the off white cabinetry and bone appliances.
Appliances; Blanco Composite Sink, Kitchen Aid Compacter, Maytag Dishwasher,
Kitchen Aid Ceramic Cooktop/Electric/Convection Range, Frigidare Gallery Microwave & Amana Fridge/Freezer, undercabinet Zenon lighting.
Pantry/ Laundry
Immediately off the kitchen the pantry/laundry room has a floor to ceiling pantry on one wall, and, on the opposite wall, an upright freezer, Frigidaire front loading Washer& Dryer, and a deep laundry sink with storage cupboard below. A large window in this utility room has views to the harbour and fills the room with natural light.
The Master Suite
The Master Suite has a five piece En Suite with cork floor 2 vanities, tub, shower and w/c, His & Hers Walk In Cupboards/ Dressing Rooms and a walk out to a 'Swim in Place' fitness/massage pool on the private Master Deck which overlooks the water to the south and west.
The Master bedroom has a king size bed which appears to float in the centre of the room.
The cleverly designed headboard has concealed storage in the back
The Guest Bath
The four piece guest bath has a drilled porcelain bowl sink, tub/shower w/c and cork flooring.
Main Guest Room
The Main Guest room has a king bed and overlooks the harbour.
Other Bedrooms
The cottage can comfortably accommodate six people in the three bedrooms. The third bedroom doubles as a study with a pop up trundle bed which converts to a king.
This is a treasure of a cottage. Construction is of the highest standard and exacting attention to every detail is evident throughout. Every room has views to the water.
The Boat House
The 32'x26' boat house is actually a roofed shed with two louvered side walls which offers full protection for a boat in the interior slip. Built in cupboards on the back wall offers storage for marine related items.
Decks & Docks
Two levels of decks allow for easy entry and unloading and space for entertaining or enjoying the quiet view. Docks furnish tie up for 6-8 boats. The decks are supported by a steel superstructure. In the winter the ramps are removed and the boatshed remains floating.
The Workshop
Also dockside is a full tool/workshop and storage facility. It houses power panels, and, conveniently has a full fridge/ freezer.
The Guest Cabin
The recently constructed, 550 sq.ft. guest cabin is sited on the shoreline north of the harbour and is accessed via water to a 'Cliffhanger dock' or via a footpath through the woods from the main cabin. The interior has not yet been completed.
Landscaping
The landscaping is restrained and natural, utilizing and enhancing the existing topography and plant materials; natural depressions in the rock are planted with gardens, naturally occurring specimens are highlighted, such asa magnificent old "bonsai' white pine, and water is trickled over a riven rock face and spills into the bay.
Other Details
back up generator
200 Amp service
2 water lines with ball valve
fire pump and fire hose dockside
casement style arched windows all with screens
UV water purification system plus three water filters
swim in place, self-cleaning fitness massage therapy pool: Hydropool Aquatrainer;7'9" x14'
Location
Located in the heart of Sans Souci, one of the most desirable cottage communities in Georgian Bay, Manchee is less than ten minutes by boat to the Sans Souci Community Centre, children's camp, tennis club, marina, convenience store and LCBO.
To the east of the island lies the Massassauga Wilderness Park, one of Ontario's largest wilderness parks, which is frozen for any development.
Manchee Island can be accessed from any of the full service marinas in Parry Sound, or locally via Moose Deer Point or via protected waters from Woods Bay Marina.
George Webster
(Sales Representative)
Royal LePage Meadowtowne Realty, Brokerage
