This isn't just where you live, its how you live. Welcome to 1065 Forrester Trail, your peaceful year-round waterfront retreat in beautiful Bracebridge. Nestled on a quiet private road, this rare gem offers 120 feet of private shoreline on the Muskoka River and a landscaped 0.49-acre lot with mature trees and perennial gardens. The impeccably maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom bungalow features 1,350 sqft of warm, inviting living space with vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, a stone feature wall, and large windows that welcome natural light. Patio doors from both the dining room and primary bedroom open onto a 450 sqft riverside deck with glass railings and a dedicated propane BBQ hookup. A detached four-season 24' x 14' studio/workshop with propane furnace and AC is ideal for creative pursuits or remote work. Plus, a four-season 10' x 10' heated shed. Spacious, insulated and heated crawlspace offers clean, dry storage. Stay connected with high-speed fibre optic internet and full-property Wi-Fi. Upgrades (2020-2025) include a high-efficiency propane furnace, AC, Crystal Clear water filtration, modern septic system, new windows and patio doors plus refinished exterior and decks. Swim from your dock, kayak the river, or simply relax and soak in the natural surroundings. Road is maintained year-round ($400/year 2024-25), with optional driveway snow removal. This move-in-ready home comes partially furnished step into effortless riverside living. Whether full-time, part-time or investment - privacy, comfort and Muskoka charm await.
Address
1065 Forrester Trail
List Price
$899,000
MLS® Status
New
Expiration Date
2025-11-30
Property Type
Residential Freehold
Type of Dwelling
Detached
Style of Home
Bungalow
Transaction Type
For Sale
Area
Bracebridge
Sub-Area
Macaulay
Region
Muskoka
Bedrooms
3
Bedrooms (Total)
3
Rooms Above Grade
7
Bathrooms
2
Floor Area
1100 - 1500 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source
GeoWarehouse
Lot Depth
274.08
Lot Shape
Pie
Lot Size Range (Acres)
< .50
Lot Size Units
Feet
Lot Width
120
Parcel Number
481180074
Occupant Type
Owner
Cross Street
Forrester Trail & Muskoka Road 117
Approx. Age
16 - 30 Years
MLS® Number
X12314642
Listing Brokerage
KELLER WILLIAMS EXPERIENCE REALTY
Basement Area
Crawl Space
Postal Code
P1L 1W9
Parking
Available, Private
Parking Places (Total)
10
Parking Spaces
10
Tax Amount
$3,688.04
Tax Year
2025
Rural Utilities
Cable Available, Cell Services, Electricity Connected, Garbage Pickup, Internet High Speed, Internet Other, Phone Connected, Recycling Pickup, Telephone Available
Exterior Features
Deck, Landscaped, Privacy, Porch, Year Round Living
Interior Features
Carpet Free, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Storage, Water Heater Owned, Water Purifier, Water Softener, Water Treatment
Property Features
Golf, Hospital, Library, Park, Rec./Commun.Centre, School
Cable
Available
Central Vacuum
No
Family Room
No
Hydro
Available
Ensuite Laundry
No
Special Designation
Unknown
Standard Status
Active
Disclosures
Unknown
Senior Community
No
Board Or Association
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Heat Source
Propane
Heat Type
Other
Cooling Features
Wall Unit(s)
Construction Materials
Wood
UFFI
No
Direction Faces
West
Fireplace
No
Foundation Details
Concrete
Garage
No
Garage Type
None
Kitchens Total
1
Kitchens Above Grade
1
Other Structures
Shed, Storage, Workshop, Other
Pool Features
None
Roof
Shingles
Tax Legal Description
PCL 25576 SEC MUSKOKA; PT LT 10 CON 7 MACAULAY PT 14 BR792; T/W PT 20 BR792 AS IN LT70058; BRACEBRIDGE ; THE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY OF MUSKOKA
Security Features
Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Water Source
Lake/River, Water System
View Type
River, Water
Water View
Direct
Waterfront
Yes
Docking Type
Private
Waterfront
Direct
Waterfront Accessory
Not Applicable
Waterfront Features
River Front, River Access, Winterized
Water Frontage (Feet)
36.576
Water Body Name
Muskoka River
Water Body Type
River
Shoreline
Clean, Deep, Sandy
Shoreline Allowance
Not Owned
Access To Property
Municipal Road, Private Road, Year Round Private Road, Year Round Municipal Road
Alternative Power
Unknown
Sewer
Septic