The Oaks Cottages, on pristine Crow Lake, 20 minutes to Westport, 30 minutes to Perth. Well-established housekeeping resort. Also ideal as B&B or family estate. Beautiful home: 5 bedrooms , 3 bathrooms (1 ensuite with Jacuzzi), propane fireplace, wood stove, DSL High-Speed internet, central vac, 2 large decks. Major renovations in 1990, new roof in 2006.
Also: 7 well-maintained cottages, nature trails, 2 wells, 5 septic systs. All on 8 wooded acres with 400 ft excellent sandy beach waterfront. 3 docks, swim raft, canoe/kayak rental.
OTHER INFORMATION:
-The cottage business has many long term repeat customers.
-Main house can be easily converted into a B&B.
-The property is zoned Rural Residential-non conforming.
-Served by school buses for Perth and Sharbot Lake.
-A beautiful place to live.
Great Location for Business: easy year-round paved road access brings repeat overnighters from Kingston (50min) & Ottawa (1.25h), and excellent exposure for drive-by guests. Crow Lake boat launch within 400 yards. Road is well-maintained in all seasons by the Township.
-Excellent hiking trails within walking distance, at Meisel Woods Conservation Area.
-Area ideal for all outdoor activities such as biking, water sports, hiking.
-Many artists in area – Studio tours taking place in late summer/early fall.
-A Kingston area university holds workshops at the Conservation Area and uses The Oaks as their base.
Organizations around Crow Lake and the Frontenacs:
The Land `o Lakes Tourist Association: Very helpful in promoting businesses (eg: a program whereby work to improve accessibility can receive a 40% reimbursement).
Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation: Excellent programs (eg: rebuilding website is 50% financed; attending a trades how is 90% financed).
Township of Central Frontenac: Very helpful and forward-thinking. Hosts business networking breakfasts.
The Greater Bobs and Crow Lake Association:. A very vibrant Association.
Crow Lake Community Association: The old school house in Crow Lake, now renovated as a Community Hall, is used for weddings and for Art/Crafts/Cooking workshops. These events benefit The Oaks, since guests usually stay in the area. The current owner of The Oaks has led off-season cooking workshops at the old school house as a package to guests. |
