Toronto Star

Owning a piece of Muskoka has never been easier

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There’s something for everyone at Touchstone Resort, with units ranging from 1-bedroom lofts, to estate-style 4-bedroom villas:

The Boathouse Lofts and Villas offer your classic Lake Muskoka view set so close to the water’s edge you feel as though you are right over top of it, and right near the Main Lodge, featuring private balconies.

The Beach House Lofts and Villas offer an exciting twist on Muskoka living, steps away from the private sandy beach. The residences are essentiall­y their own intimate community, set in a private bay away from larger boat traffic, for a peaceful, safe and serene beach experience.

Add that to inspired indulgence­s from gourmet chefs, paired with constant views of stunning Lake Muskoka, and it’s still only part of what makes Touchstone Resort so remarkable; Knowing you can stay hassle-free and enjoy the intricacie­s of every season, even the cooler months – that’s what makes it extraordin­ary.

And with Fall now in full swing, you can expect things to be extra magical this time of year.

The antidote to the hustle and bustle of the city, Touchstone Resort offers serenity. The lush forests are especially vibrant this time of year, coupled with crisp air, crunchy leaves, and a breathtaki­ng backdrop of fall colours.

Enhanced by these autumnal accents, the beautifull­y designed resort community featuring a breadth of amenities for every season is truly an oasis outside the city.

But the cottage experience is closer and more accessible than ever. Along with services like groundskee­ping, landscapin­g, snow removal, a suite care program and maintenanc­e, Touchstone Resort also offers the opportunit­y for you to earn income from your vacation property when not in use, with a comprehens­ive rental program for added income and value.

“We have a rental program that completely looks after the renting out of your unit,” explains McLaughlin. “So we look after the maintenanc­e of it, the cleaning of it, the advertisin­g, the price setting – all of that is done for the owner. That makes it a lot easier.

“So when the owner wants to come up and use it as wholly owned condo they can, but then when they don’t want to, they can earn income by putting it into our rental program.”

So, which Muskoka lakefront home will you make yours? As of now, The Boathouse Villas and Lofts are over 80% sold, but there are currently several fully furnished, wholly owned villas available, complete with views of Lake Muskoka, from just $399,900.

Steam swirls from your hot drink as you cup it close to you on your private balcony. Waves lap rhythmical­ly onto the shore below, and you inhale deeply, breathing in the clean Muskoka air. You take a sip, and you know you’re just where you’re supposed to be.

You were right. There is nothing ordinary about this.

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