5 Ontario Listings from Private Building Lots to a Grand Country Estate

Close to water access on the Lake Huron side, this private, well-treed building lot offers a quiet foothold in Tobermory for a future dream home or cottage. Set in a much-sought-after area on a year-round maintained paved road, it balances a sense of seclusion with practical ease. Hydro is already at the roadside, simplifying early planning as you begin to imagine what life on the Bruce Peninsula could look like. Days can unfold between nearby natural and village pleasures: the National Park is a 10-minute drive, while Tobermory’s quaint harbour village and amenities are about 15 minutes away. With its generous setting and ready-to-build potential, it’s a place to start sketching out mornings in the trees and afternoons by the lake.

Size: 2.2 acres

Set on 2.47 acres along Highway 518 in Kearney, this vacant building lot offers a simple, spacious canvas for a future home. With generous land to work with, it invites a thoughtful approach to siting—room to shape a driveway, plan outdoor living areas, and create a setting that suits how you want to live day to day. The location keeps you connected while still feeling removed from the ordinary, and the listing notes you’re just minutes to three beautiful nearby destinations. For those drawn to building from the ground up, the appeal is in the clarity: open land, a defined acreage, and the freedom to design with intention. It’s a place to imagine slow mornings, long afternoons outside, and a home that grows naturally from the landscape.

Size: 2.47 acres

Along the water’s edge at Iconic Sugar Wharf Condos, this suite pairs a functional layout with quality finishes and an open balcony for easy indoor-outdoor living. The setting keeps the city close: steps to Union Station, the Lakefront, and major transportation arteries including the Gardiner Expressway and Don Valley Parkway. Everyday errands are equally effortless, with Farm Boy, Loblaws, and LCBO right at your doorstep, while nearby destinations like Scotiabank Arena, St. Lawrence Market, and the Distillery District anchor weekends and evenings.

Size: 500 – 599 sf

Price: Contact for pricing

Along Whitby Harbour, this new high-rise condominium at Landing at Whitby Harbour by Carttera Private Equities pairs an easy commute with a calmer waterfront setting. The 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit opens to a north-facing balcony and includes a locker, with internet included for the year (utilities extra). While it does not come with parking, the location is designed for movement: the GO station is a three-minute walk away, with Downtown Toronto roughly an hour from there, and Whitby’s Durham Region Transit system adding everyday flexibility. Residents also have access to over 7,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, including a lounge and event space, a sophisticated lobby, a fitness centre with cardio and weight training equipment, a yoga studio, and an outdoor terrace with barbecues—ideal for unwinding after city days.

Size: 500 – 599 sf

Price: Contact for pricing

Surrounded by 107 acres of gently rolling countryside, this exceptional estate pairs heritage character with modern comfort in Bradford West Gwillimbury. The fully renovated 1850s century home offers over 4,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed space, with four bedrooms and three bathrooms, preserved architectural details, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace that anchors everyday living. Outside, mature trees frame working farmland, while abundant wildlife underscores the quiet, lived-in beauty of the land. For those drawn to a true country property, the 40×80 hip-roof barn with paddocks and a 40×80 coverall building add meaningful flexibility, from hobby farming to expansive storage. Meticulously maintained and exceptionally private, it also offers income opportunities—an enduring retreat where history and open-air calm shape the rhythm of each day.

Size: 3,500 – 5,000 sf

Price: Contact for pricing