Haliburton's Best Real Estate Listings by Troy Austen

Rare opportunity to own a large vacant waterfront parcel on sought-after Drag Lake. Offering approximately 12.8 acres and an impressive 931 feet of shoreline, this property provides exceptional privacy, expansive lake views, and endless potential for your future cottage or year-round home. With substantial frontage and acreage, the property offers plenty of space to design and build while enjoying the natural beauty and peaceful surroundings of the Haliburton Highlands. The varied landscape and extensive shoreline create an ideal setting for those looking for privacy and a true waterfront experience. Drag Lake is known for its deep clean water, excellent boating, swimming, and fishing, making it one of the premier lakes in the area. Whether you are looking to create a private family retreat or secure a large waterfront investment property, this parcel offers a rare combination of size, frontage, and location.

An exceptional opportunity to build on sought-after Drag Lake. This vacant waterfront lot offers approximately 4 acres and an impressive 484 feet of shoreline, providing outstanding privacy and plenty of space to create your ideal cottage or year-round home. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Haliburton Highlands, the property offers a peaceful setting with expansive lake views and excellent potential for future development. Drag Lake is well known for its deep clean water, fantastic boating, swimming, and fishing, making it one of the area's most desirable lakes. With generous frontage and acreage, this property provides the rare combination of privacy, space, and waterfront on a premier lake. A great opportunity to secure a large parcel and build to suit in a sought-after location.

Welcome to the Ravine Ridge House on Drag Lake, a truly unique waterfront offering just 10 minutes from the Village of Haliburton. Formerly part of the historic Drag Lake Lodge, this rare property carries a sense of heritage while presenting endless possibilities for future use. Set on 30.5 acres with 431 feet of clean shoreline, the property enjoys big lake views across Drag Lake with sought-after western exposure and unforgettable sunsets. The setting combines privacy, natural beauty, and scale in a way that is rarely found on the lake. The zoning still permits commercial use, adding exceptional flexibility for the next owner. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, retreat, or investment opportunity, the potential here is significant. The main residence, known as the Ravine Ridge House, is a comfortable 4-season home offering approximately 1,500 sq ft of living space with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 14' x 20' sunroom. In addition, there are four updated 3-season cabins that remain usable and provide excellent guest or rental accommodation options. A 20' x 30' workshop and an additional storage building add further functionality to the property. To expand the opportunity even further, two additional vacant waterfront lots are available for purchase, connecting to the rear portion of the parcel and offering future development or expansion potential. A rare legacy-style property on Drag Lake with scale, history, and versatility-offering endless possibilities in the heart of the Haliburton Highlands.

The waterfront property you've been waiting for on sought-after Kashagawigamog Lake. Located halfway between Haliburton and Minden and within approximately 2.5 hours of the GTA, this 4-season home offers access to the only 5-lake chain in the Haliburton Highlands, known for its fantastic boating, waterfront restaurants, marinas, and the ability to boat directly into the Village of Haliburton to the town docks. Set among tall pines in a beautifully landscaped setting, the property offers a resort-like atmosphere with 134 feet of clean, sandy shoreline that becomes deep off the dock, making it ideal for swimming, boating, and lakeside enjoyment for all ages. The outdoor space is designed for entertaining and relaxing, complete with a firepit area and multiple spots to enjoy the lake views. Offering approximately 2,200 sq ft of finished living space, the home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The open-concept main floor is bright and inviting, designed to bring family and guests together with seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The second-floor primary suite provides a private retreat with a walk-in closet and a 4-piece ensuite featuring a soaker tub. The fully finished walkout basement offers excellent flexibility and is currently set up as an ideal guest space or potential in-law suite. Completing the property is an attached heated oversized garage, providing plenty of room for vehicles, storage, and recreational equipment. Whether you're looking for a full-time waterfront residence or a family cottage built for entertaining, this property offers an exceptional opportunity on one of Haliburton County's most desirable lake chains.

Welcome to Bluebeary Hill—a truly extraordinary Kennisis Lake property where history, craftsmanship, and modern comfort come together in perfect harmony. Set on 0.81 acres with 268 feet of pristine shoreline, this one-of-a-kind retreat offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Ontario’s architectural heritage in a breathtaking lakeside setting. At its heart is Ontario’s oldest 2.5-storey log home, thoughtfully dismantled and meticulously reconstructed to preserve its legacy while embracing today’s lifestyle. Inside, reclaimed stonework and a striking fireplace sourced from a historic Montreal church anchor the living space with timeless character and warmth. The home features three bedrooms and two bathrooms, with an open-concept main floor designed for gathering—complete with a spacious kitchen, sun-filled living areas, and seamless access to a generous sunroom and covered front porch, both offering sweeping lake views. A whimsical three-storey loft adds a sense of magic and possibility—perfect for kids or anyone young at heart. Year-round comfort is ensured with a new furnace and Generac backup system, making this property as practical as it is inspiring. Outdoors, the natural beauty of Kennisis Lake takes centre stage. Spend your days on the water, unwind by the shoreline, and end your evenings around the lakeside firepit under the stars. Bluebeary Hill is more than a home—it’s a legacy property, rich in history and designed for modern living, offering an unforgettable lakeside lifestyle in the heart of Haliburton County.

Set on the shores of beautiful Bob Lake, this fully finished 4-season waterfront property offers an exceptional location just minutes from the Village of Minden and within a couple of hours of the GTA. Known for its big, clean water, excellent lake trout fishing, and great swimming, Bob Lake is a fantastic setting for both year-round living and cottage enjoyment. Positioned right at the water's edge, the home offers approximately 2,100 sq ft of finished living space with beautiful lake views throughout. The main floor features an open-concept layout with vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace in the living room, and access to an 11' x 11' screened porch overlooking the lake. Also on the main level is a spacious primary bedroom with walk-in closet and a 4-piece bathroom. The fully finished walkout lower level provides excellent additional living space with two more bedrooms, a 3-piece bathroom, a large rec room, cold cellar, and workshop with walkout access to the outdoors. Beautiful landscaping surrounds the property, enhancing the waterfront setting and outdoor living spaces. The home is serviced by propane forced-air heating and is located on a year-round municipally maintained road for easy access in every season. Included with the purchase is a second dwelling located on the back lot overlooking the lake. Offering approximately 800 sq ft, this additional space features an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area, 3 bedrooms, and a 3-piece bathroom. Ideal for guests, extended family, or overflow accommodations, it also provides additional parking and flexibility rarely found in a waterfront property.