HouseToronto (Canada)

Thinking of downsizing? Want cottage living, but in the city? Dream of waterfront living? There is a hidden and little-known float home community only 20 minutes from downtown Toronto. This vibrant community of 24 float homes, nestled in the Bluffers Park Marina, is the only one of its kind in Ontario. Now available is a very unique and custom built, two-storey float. A must-see! Just like a regular house, this float home is fully insulated, air conditioned and heated. In the fall and winter you can cozy up to the fireplace while watching the boats in the harbour and the Bluffs in the background. Spring and summer can be spent on the 5 decks, using the 2 BBQs that come with this house. This home is perfect for year-round entertaining! New community members are warmly welcomed, information is happily shared and assistance always available. The float home community owners are very socially active, with a wide range of activities including New Years Eve dock hop, Weekly games night and monthly book club. While it feels like you are in another world, you can drive from your waterfront home to the financial district in less than 40 minutes (or a 20 minute ride on the Go Train). For those who like to be active, the park is wonderful for cross-country skiing and hockey in winter, and swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, and hiking in the summer. Enjoy your morning coffee on the 2nd floor deck while watching the sunrise. Prepare dinner while watching the sunset. The design of this float home has been cleverly flipped for amazing views and living space on the second floor. 1406 sq ft in total, plus a massive 695 sq ft rooftop deck, 2 very large bedrooms, massive closet (or den/office), laundry and bath. Upstairs is an open concept living, dining, and chefs dream kitchen with 9 ft ceilings. Three yacht and sailing clubs within walking distance.