5 Ontario Homes and Condos Near Lakes, Trails, and Towns

Steps from Lake Simcoe, this raised-bungalow in Ramara balances comfort with everyday practicality. The layout offers 3+1 bedrooms and 3 baths, with generous living space designed to adapt as life changes. A flexible lower level adds welcome versatility—ideal for extended family, hosting guests, or exploring in-law potential—while keeping the home’s overall footprint feeling organized and livable. With Lake Simcoe just five minutes away, weekends can easily shift from quiet mornings at home to time spent near the water, then back again without a long commute. It’s a setting that supports both relaxed routines and a more connected, multi-generational way of living.

Size: 1,100 – 1,500 sf

Set on a one-acre parcel in the Tobermory area, this well-maintained home/cottage balances everyday comfort with easy access to the peninsula’s outdoor life. Inside, a bright open-concept kitchen features solid wood cabinets and flows naturally to the dining space and living area, where a walkout opens to the backyard for effortless indoor-outdoor rhythm. Recent updates—newer flooring, refreshed bathrooms, fresh paint, and a roof reshingled in 2019—keep the interiors feeling current and cared for. The primary bedroom includes a private ensuite, and an attached garage adds practical convenience. Offered fully furnished, it’s equally suited as a year-round residence, a cottage retreat, or a turn-key rental. The quiet location sits very close to Tobermory, Bruce Peninsula National Park, Singing Sands Beach, and local amenities, inviting unhurried days outdoors and relaxed evenings at home.

Size: 2,000 – 2,500 sf

Clean lines meet timeless construction at 856 Pine Street in Sault Ste. Marie, a solid all-brick 2+2 bedroom home that’s been meticulously maintained and is move-in ready. Inside, gleaming hardwood floors run throughout the main level, where large windows bring in abundant natural light. Spacious living and dining areas set an easy rhythm for everyday comfort, whether you’re hosting friends or settling in for a quiet evening. Two generously sized bedrooms anchor the main floor, while the finished lower level adds two more bedrooms plus a flexible bonus space—ideal for extended family, guests, or a home office, with potential for an in-law suite or rental. An attached garage offers direct access to the home, and a private, fully fenced backyard framed by mature trees invites gardening, outdoor dining, or simply unwinding. Life here unfolds with schools, parks, shopping, and transit close by.

Size: 1,000–1,100 sf

On Church Street in historic Schomberg, Chestnut Manor offers condo living with a distinctly village-scale ease. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom layout includes a den and a bright, spacious feel, with a walkout to a south-facing balcony that extends everyday living outdoors. Practical details are thoughtfully covered: ensuite laundry, one underground parking spot, and a storage locker conveniently located beside the parking space. The building itself stays quiet and community-minded, with a multipurpose room, mini-gym, library, and a guest suite for overnight visitors. Step outside and daily errands feel refreshingly simple, with restaurants, a coffee shop, the library, and the bank all a short walk away. It’s a setting that naturally supports walking and cycling, and an easy, well-balanced routine.

Size: 1,200 – 1,399 sf

On Sullivan Avenue in Thorold, this upgraded corner unit delivers an easy, turn-key rhythm with daily essentials close at hand. Set on the second floor, it’s positioned for one of the building’s best outlooks over green space, with southwesterly sun exposure that carries warm light through the day. A covered balcony extends the living area outdoors, offering a quiet spot to take in the view in any weather. More than $50k in upgrades lends a polished feel, while the location keeps life pleasantly connected: a short walk to shopping and medical services, restaurants, bus routes, parks, and bike trails. With nearby Highway 58 access for commuting to Highway 406 and the QEW, mornings start smoothly and evenings wind down in a calmer, greener setting.