Set on a rare, nearly 1-acre estate-like lot, this sought after neighbourhood property offers the best of both worlds: the convenience of being close to everything while feeling like you've escaped to the country. Surrounded by mature trees and greenery, the expansive lot offers exceptional privacy, room to breathe and a peaceful setting that's increasingly hard to find in town. The solid raised bungalow home features a bright, spacious open living area with a walkout to the back patio overlooking the private, tree-lined property-an incredible backdrop for summer entertaining, family gatherings or quiet evenings at home. Inside you'll find 3 bedrooms and a 4-piece bathroom, with newer windows and doors, a new furnace, forced-air natural gas heating, municipal water. A double-car garage and parking for 12+ vehicles provide plenty of space for family, guests, recreational vehicles and all the toys.The partially finished lower level is a blank canvas with huge potential. A separate entrance to the garage/back yard, bathroom rough-in, laundry room and generous square footage create an exciting opportunity for a potential in-law suite, multigenerational living, additional bedrooms, home office or recreation space. Enjoy nearby schools, parks, trails and the world's longest freshwater beach waterfront, with major investments underway including a new Costco nearby, new schools and the exciting redevelopment of the Main Beach area. Collingwood, Blue Mountain and Barrie all within easy reach, you're close to incredible skiing, golf, dining, shopping and four-season recreation. With great bones, important updates already completed and endless opportunity to make the interior your own, this is a property where location, land and equity potential come together. Investors and families alike don't miss this private country estate-like feel, double garage and incredible future potential-all while staying conveniently in town. (id:24093)