$1,150,000

About this listing

Set on 46 acres, with the clean, cool waters of the Rocky Saugeen River in your own backyard for fishing and kayaking, this charming log farmhouse is one of Grey Highlands' last remaining century farms. Originally built in the 1880s and expanded in the 1970s, it combines historic features with modern upgrades. The main level of the home features an updated kitchen with a new garden door that brings in natural light. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers wide plank floors, a walk-in closet, a 2-piece bathroom and could be converted back into 2 bedrooms. The home also includes a den that could be used as an office or guest room, and a modern laundry area with a new washer and dryer. Updates include a steel roof (2021), a 200-amp electrical panel, a generator plug, and a 2022heat/cooling pump with a backup electric furnace. A wood insert stove adds extra heat during the winter. The land includes approximately 25 workable acres currently seeded in regenerative hay crops. Approximately 15 acres are securely fenced and ready for hobby farming or equestrian pursuits. There are five paddocks with two electric outlets and one no-freeze hydrant for easy winter care. Original fence rows and walking trails lead to the Rocky Saugeen river. Outbuildings include a 60' x 88' board and batten barn built in 2020 with hydro and water, and a 30' x 50' detached garage/shop, also serviced with hydro and water. Additional structures include a chicken coop, woodshed, and a small animal shelter cat condo. Located just minutes from Markdale, only five minutes from nearby ski hills and approximately 35 minutes from Owen Sound, this property places you in the heart of four-season recreation. Snowshoe your own private trails or enjoy skiing, hiking, fishing, paddling and snowmobiling, all surrounded by the natural beauty of waterfalls, forests, rivers and scenic trails.