Cape Cliff Cottage - Lions Head, Ontario, Canada

This cottage is the winner of the 2007 Stratford and Area Builder's Association SAM AWARDS, "Most Outstanding New Home over 1,800 square feet."

A truly one-of-a-kind waterfront cottage, this uniquely designed, three storey, 3200 square foot two plus bedroom is located at Cape Chin South on Georgian Bay. The original design of the cottage boasts many remarkable features including a view from the lower level all the way up to the third storey, a fully screened sunroom, and a view out over Georgian Bay that will take your breath away. The Arts and Crafts Movement Design throughout the cottage showcases handcrafted art and furniture rather than mass produced pieces. In spring, fall and winter the house is kept comfortable and warm with in floor heating.

The first storey of the cottage boasts a double sided fireplace with a sitting area on either side. Also provided in this space is a dining table with seating for six, the ideal setting for a game of cards. There is also a two piece bathroom located on the ground level. Tucked into the second living area on the ground floor is a sleeping alcove.

Up on the second storey of the cottage is the main living area as well as the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and sunroom. The kitchen is outfitting with high end appliances and offers all the conveniences you could want. A four piece bathroom with both shower and tub is located on this level as well as a bedroom. This room features a sunroom with screens on all windows for a little taste of the great outdoors right in your bedroom!

The third storey of the cottage finishes the interior off. The sitting room on this top floor is where the television is located. Equipped to entertain on a rainy day, enjoy satellite television and a DVD player on the LCD TV and Internet hookup. The sitting area has two leather couches a gas fireplace and large windows with panoramic views. A set of French doors leads to a private balcony that overlooks the clear blue water of Georgian Bay.
Proximity To Points Of Interest
Lion's Head: 25 km
Smokey Head Provincial Park: 0.5 km
Bruce Trail: 0.5 km
Golf Course: Tobermory 30 km
Horse Back Riding: Harmony Acres Tobermory 30 km
Hospital: Lion's Head 20 km
Boat Launch: Dyers Bay 20 km
Fine Dining: Rocky Raccoon Dyers Bay 20 km, Grandview, Tobermory 30 km
Sand Beach: Sandy Beach, Stokes Bay 20 km, or Lion's Head 20 km
Restaurants: The Cape Chin Inn- Great Food!
Aromatica Spa-Cape Chin
Nothing is overlooked at this waterfront cottage, and the landscaping is no exception. Outside of the cottage, you have your choice in seating areas. There is a covered patio with a table and four chairs, the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee. There is a stone patio with propane bbq, seating for an outdoor meal as well as a view of the water.

A truly unique part of the landscaping is the all natural limestone area situated between the cottage and the water. This is a natural occurrence, not man-made, and is the top of the escarpment. A fence runs along the cliff's edge in order to make the outdoor area safer for children.

A set of stairs leads from the cottage down to the waters of Georgian Bay. Part way down the escarpment is a small lakeside deck built into the rock escarpment for front row seating to the tranquility of Georgian Bay.

The shoreline is a limestone rock, and there is a small sandy area which serves as the perfect place for children to play. Swim shoes are recommended. There is a gradual increase in depth though the water will get very deep.

The cottage is located within walking distance from the Bruce Trail and Smokey Head Provincial Park.

There are many attractions in the area. The cottage is located close to the Village of Lion's Head with it's many stores and shopping located a 20 minute drive away. There is a nice sand beach at Blacks Creek (Sandy Beach) Provincial Nature Reserve only 16 km away. Bruce Peninsula National Park and the historic Village of Tobermory is only 1/2 hour drive away. You will find hiking, boat tours, and lots of little shops in Tobermory.