Secluded .75 acres of land, nestled on the rural side of West Montrose, close to the iconic covered bridge. Surrounded by lush, mature trees and a wooded hillside that wraps around the back and sides of the property, PRIVACY is assured, with neighbours just a distant presence. This low-maintenance, custom-built bungalow is protected by solid brick accentuated by vinyl board & batten exterior. Landscaping professionals designed and executed a pleasing outdoor living space. Sturdy stone walkways offer natural elegance. An expansive rear deck is the perfect place to take in the serene ambiance and variety of wildlife. Inside, you'll find warm, rich solid oak flooring throughout the main level, complemented by three cozy carpeted bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Cathedral ceilings convey a bright, airy atmosphere. The cheerful glow of a gas fireplace can be enjoyed in the living room. Large replacement windows in the living room and an updated patio door in the dining area allow abundant natural light to pour in, while providing stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The full basement includes a finished family room with laminate flooring and a charming gas stove. The remainder of the basement features a rec room, a remodeled 3-piece bath with walk-in shower, three bedrooms/flex spaces, and a separate walk-up entrance to the garage, offering potential for an IN-LAW SUITE. A chef’s kitchen, professionally created by Casey’s, has the functionality, high-quality finishes and appliances today’s foodie expects—custom stainless farmhouse/apron sink and gas range included. The updated main bath showcases quality tile and quartz finishes, plus air-jet tub. With easy access to water activities and the 45-kilometer-long Kissing Bridge Trail, this property is centrally located between Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Elmira, Fergus-Elora, and is just 40 minutes from Highway 401. High speed fibre optic Internet avail. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this unique property!
Property Type:
Residential
Property SubType:
Single Family Residence
Year built:
1980
(Age: 45)
Listing General Location:
553 - St Jacobs/Floradale/W.Montrose, 5 - Woolwich and Wellesley Township
Bedrooms:
6
Bathrooms:
3.0
(Full:3/Half:0)
Lot Size:
0.75 acre(s)0.3 hectare(s)
Lot Details:
188.84 x 178.31
Lot Depth:
178'4"54.3 m
Lot Frontage:
188'10"57.6 m
Frontage Type:
South
Lot Shape:
177.45 ft x 180.08 ft x 178.31 ft x 188.84 ft
Kitchens:
1
Home Style:
Bungalow
Elementary School:
Https://Bpweb.Stswr.Ca/
High School:
Https://Bpweb.Stswr.Ca/
County Or Parish:
Waterloo
Property Attached:
Detached
Features:
Attached Garage: Yes, Crops Included: No, Garage: Yes, Common Elements Fee: No, New Construction: No
Construction:
Brick, Vinyl Siding
Basement:
Separate Entrance, Walk-Up Access, Full, Finished
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
UFFI:
No
Roof:
Shingle
Year Roof Replaced:
2009
Number of Buildings:
0
Other Structures:
Shed(s)
Total Floor Area:
3,162 sq. ft.294 m2
# Main Level Bedrooms:
3
# Main Level Bathrooms:
2
Finished Area Above Grade:
2,026 sq. ft.188 m2
Finished Area Below Grade:
1,136 sq. ft.106 m2
Fireplace:
true
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Details:
Free Standing, Living Room, Gas, Recreation Room
Laundry Features:
In-Suite, Main Level, Sink
Water Supply:
Drilled Well
Water Treatment:
Water Softener
Sewer:
Septic Tank
Cooling:
Central Air
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Built-in Microwave,Dishwasher,Dryer,Garage Door Opener,Gas Oven/Range,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Satellite Dish,Satellite Equipment,Washer,Window Coverings,Lawn Tractor, Chest Freezer And Fridge In Basement, Gas Bbq
Oven, Water Heater Owned, Water Softener, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Satellite Dish, Washer
Auto Garage Door Remote(s), Ceiling Fan(s), In-law Capability, Upgraded Insulation
Window Coverings, Skylight(s)
Backs on Greenbelt, Landscaped, Privacy, Year Round Living
Hills, Pasture, Trees/Woods
Deck, Patio
false
River/Stream
No
Just off Katherine St. N (23), South of line 86
Unknown
No
Survey Year:
1994
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included
Features:
Attached Garage: Yes, Crops Included: No, Garage: Yes, Common Elements Fee: No, New Construction: No
Condo Corporation:
No
Lease to Own Equipment:
None
Zoning:
A
Other Equipment:
Satellite Dish, Satellite Equipment
Total Acres:
0.753
Topography:
Hilly, Wooded/Treed
Utilities:
High Speed Internet Avail, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available
Exposure / Faces:
South
Lot Site Features:
Rural, Rectangular, Airport, Near Golf Course, Landscaped, Place of Worship, School Bus Route, Skiing, Trails
Features:
Attached Garage: Yes, Crops Included: No, Garage: Yes, Common Elements Fee: No, New Construction: No
Garage Spaces:
2.0
Parking Places Covered:
2.0
Parking:
Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Gravel, Paver Block
# Of Total Parking Spaces:
12.0
# Of Open Parking Spaces:
10.0
Driveway Parking:
Private Drive Single Wide
Road Frontage Type:
Municipal Road, Year Round Road
Listed Date:
Jun 30, 2025
Elegant stonework and welcoming entry.
Plenty of mature plantings for a green paradise.
Natural stone patio our front near main entry.
Bright main entry with gleaming hardwood.
Living room with bank of windows for abundant natural light.
Natural gas fireplace.
Transom-style window at ceiling height for more natural light.
Dining room with walk-out sliders.
Twin skylights and brick wall feature.
Casey's Kitchen professionally designed.
Plenty of cabinet space and elegant appliances.
Farmer's apron style sink.
Built-in wall oven and microwave.
Stone counter tops and backsplash.
Large main floor laundry room.
Primary bedroom with walk-out to private deck.
Private deck is ideal for sipping a beverage in privacy.
Walk-in closet to the right.
Ensuite bath with tile flooring.
2nd bedroom up used as home office.
3rd bedroom up.
Main bath, updated with quality finishes.
Family room downstairs with gas fireplace.
This is a great space easily transitioned into a second kitchen/dining area.
Rec room with laminate flooring.
Photo 26 of 50
1st bedroom in lower level.
2nd bedroom in lower level.
Update bath with walk-in shower on lower level.
Stone patio out back.
Multi-level deck out back with beautiful nature views.
Photo 32 of 50
This is a serene spae.
Stairs to lower patio.
Photo 35 of 50
Grassy plateau is ideal for gatherings.
Grassy plateau has pastoral views when the leaves come down.
Another shot of the grassy area.
Birds love it here, and so will you!
Long private drive has not been an issue for owners in winter.
Neighbouring onto pasture out back.
Surrounded by mature trees for shade, privacy and nature.
Data was last updated September 3, 2025 at 11:50 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
75
Avg list price:
$1,029,000
Min list price:
$445,000
Max list price:
$9,190,000
Avg days on market:
48
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
264
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$391.47
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
5 - Woolwich and Wellesley Towns. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.