Private Island for Sale on Muskoka's Historic Lake of Bays. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a wholly private island in one of Canadas most iconic and untouched lakefront settings. Welcome to Harper Island, a sun-soaked sanctuary on Lake of Bays, the most magnificent of Muskoka's four big lakes. Here, you'll find red granite cliffs, crystal-clear waters, dense forests, and secluded bays without the endless boat traffic and chaos of the Big Three. Surrounded by 740 feet of pristine shoreline, the island offers 360-degree views across Trading Bay and total privacy yet its just minutes by boat to Dorset, where you'll find groceries, restaurants, a charming general store, and everything you need to keep island life easy. Whether you envision a barefoot summer retreat or a legacy property to pass down for generations, Harper Island delivers the perfect blend of unmatched seclusion and convenient access. True private islands like this are rare. On Lake of Bays, they're almost mythical. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Muskoka history.
Address
2 Harper Island
List Price
$1,175,000
MLS® Status
Price Change
Expiration Date
2025-11-30
Property Type
Residential Freehold
Type of Dwelling
Detached
Style of Home
Bungalow
Transaction Type
For Sale
Area
Lake of Bays
Sub-Area
Ridout
Region
Muskoka
Bedrooms
2
Bedrooms (Total)
2
Rooms Above Grade
6
Bathrooms
1
Floor Area
1100 - 1500 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source
MPAC
Lot Depth
43.21
Lot Shape
Irregular
Lot Size Range (Acres)
.50 - 1.99
Lot Size Units
Feet
Lot Width
756
Parcel Number
480610007
Parcel of Tied Land
No
Occupant Type
Owner
Cross Street
Dorset
Approx. Age
51 - 99 Years
MLS® Number
X12248888
Listing Brokerage
Sotheby's International Realty Canada
Basement Area
None
Postal Code
P0B 1A0
Posession Details
Flexible
Parking
Other
Tax Amount
$5,124.00
Tax Year
2024
Exterior Features
Porch Enclosed
Interior Features
Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Water Heater Owned
Property Features
Island
Cable
No
Central Vacuum
No
Family Room
No
Hydro
Yes
Elevator
No
Ensuite Laundry
No
Special Designation
Unknown
Standard Status
Active
Disclosures
Unknown
Board Or Association
One Point Association of REALTORS
Heat Source
Wood
Heat Type
Other
Cooling Features
None
Construction Materials
Wood
Direction Faces
West
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Features
Wood Stove
Foundation Details
Block
Garage
No
Garage Type
None
Kitchens Total
1
Kitchens Above Grade
1
Other Structures
Other
Pool Features
None
Roof
Metal
Tax Legal Description
PCL 809 SEC MUSKOKA; HARPER ISLAND IN TRADING LAKE IN FRONT OF LT 1 CON 12 RIDOUT; LAKE OF BAYS ; THE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY OF MUSKOKA
Topography
Partially Cleared, Wooded/Treed, Rocky, Dry
Water Source
Lake/River
View Type
Lake
Water View
Direct
Waterfront
Yes
Docking Type
Private
Waterfront
Direct
Waterfront Accessory
Bunkie, Multiple Slips
Waterfront Features
Dock, Boat Slip, Island
Water Frontage (Feet)
756
Water Body Name
Lake of Bays
Water Body Type
Lake
Shoreline
Deep, Rocky, Clean
Shoreline Allowance
Owned
Access To Property
By Water, Private Docking
Alternative Power
Solar Power
Sewer
Other