Gorgeous Waterfront Home located at 1076 Chester Lane! This is a true lakeside retreat tucked away on the sandy shores of Desert Lake in Hartington, Ontario. This incredible property offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and family friendly features, making it the ultimate four season getaway or full time home. Set on a private laneway with breathtaking panoramic views, this beautifully renovated home features two bedrooms on the upper level and has been meticulously updated over the past 25 years. Step inside to find a bright and airy layout that invites the outdoors in, with windows framing sweeping lake views that change with the seasons. Enjoy your own private sandy beach that is perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or simply relaxing by the waters edge. A boathouse sits just beside the beach for easy storage and lakeside convenience, and the private dock is ideal for fishing, diving in, or launching your boat to explore the expansive lake. On just over 2.5 acres, this property also includes a dream detached garage with a fully equipped loft space above, complete with a kitchen and sleeping area that is ideal for guests, extended family, or creating a cozy bunkie getaway. Access to the property is available via the Desert Lake Family Resort or via a private right of way along the water, offering seclusion while still being connected. Whether you're soaking in the hot tub, taking in the sunsets, paddling out for a morning kayak, or gathering with loved ones on the deck, this one of a kind lakeside property delivers everything you need for a life well lived on the water. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of paradise on Desert Lake!
Under Contract:
Propane Tank
Property Type:
Residential Freehold
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Home Style:
1 1/2 Storey
Approx. Age:
51-99
Total Approx Floor Area:
1100-1500
Lot Depth:
158'11"48.4 m
Lot Frontage:
740'226 m
Lot Shape:
Irregular
Topography:
Rolling, Wooded/Treed
Direction Faces:
North
Bedrooms:
2+1
Bathrooms:
1.0
Water supply:
Other
Kitchens:
2
Kitchens in Basement:
1
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Bedrooms Below Grade:
1
Kitchens Above Grade:
1
Rooms Above Grade:
7
Rooms Below Grade:
1
Zoning:
RS - Single family detached on water
Heating type:
Forced Air
Heating Fuel:
Propane
Foundation:
Block
Roof:
Metal
Basement:
Crawl Space, Unfinished
Fireplace/Stove:
No
Alternative Power:
Unknown
Garage:
Detached
Garage Spaces:
2.0
Other Structures:
Other
Parking Features:
Lane, Private, Right Of Way
Parking Spaces:
8
Total Parking Spaces:
10.0
Rural services:
Cell Services, Electricity Connected, Internet High Speed
Family Room:
No
Possession Details:
Flexible
Pool:
None
Link:
No
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included In
Taxes:
$5,150.66 /
2025
Assessment:
$- /
-
Frontenac
Frontenac
47 - Frontenac South
School Bus Route, Park, Island, Golf, Beach, Campground
Carpet Free, Guest Accommodations, Propane Tank, Water Heater Owned, Water Treatment
Awnings, Deck, Hot Tub, Lighting, Patio, Recreational Area, Security Gate, TV Tower/Antenna, Year Round Living
Unknown
Propane tank (s)
Fridge, Stove, Microwave over Range, Washer, Dryer, Furniture is negotiable (both in house and garage/loft)
Curtain rods in living room
Vinyl Siding
748'227.86 m
Beach Front, Boathouse, Dock, Stairs to Waterfront, Winterized
Data was last updated May 25, 2026 at 06:15 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
141
Avg list price:
$799,000
Min list price:
$269,900
Max list price:
$1,795,000
Avg days on market:
28
Min days on market:
3
Max days on market:
713
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and located in
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