Welcome to the Balnagown cottage located at 54 Shipley Avenue in beautiful Port Elgin Ontario. This 1930's family-built cottage sits on a private lot in front of Port Elgin's most desirable sandy beachfront. This is the first time since its construction that the Balnagown cottage on the shores of Lake Huron is available for sale. This is an incredible opportunity for a new family to set their roots in this iconic location and create lasting memories with the rolling waves, sandy beach and setting sun as the backdrop. Upon arrival you'll be welcomed by stone pathways expanding throughout the property and guiding you to the lake and gardens. The stream then flows gently throughout the property and offers peace and calm as you sit and enjoy the privacy and quietness of the gardens. The Beachfront access is unprecedented. A stone path and walls guide you to the spectacular sandy shores and waterfront of Lake Huron. With ample space it is easy to sit back and enjoy kids playing on the grass, views of the lake and campfires under the stary skies. The cottage was originally built as a 3-season retreat and can be enjoyed from Early Spring until the cold sets in through the late fall. Inside you'll find a practical layout featuring a large entryway with closet taking you into the galley kitchen with views of the gardens and generous storage space. The dining room features large windows looking at the gardens and a great space for family meals and games night. The living room offers an incredible wood fireplace built of stone, the heart of the home. From this room you can enjoy views of the water all while sitting cozily by a wood fire. The main floor also features a sunroom facing the beach, a small bedroom and a 2-piece bathroom. Upstairs you'll find 3 generous sized bedrooms as well as a full 4-piece bathroom. As the sun sets for this family at the spectacular Balnagown cottage on lake huron, a new day rises for another. Don't miss out on this rare Port Elgin lakeside gem. (id:2493)
Property Type:
Single Family
Common Interest:
Freehold
Property Attached:
No
Living Area (Min):
1,100 sq. ft.102 m2
Living Area (Max):
1,500 sq. ft.139 m2
Zoning:
R1 & EP
Taxes:
$6,290.79 /
2025
Community:
Saugeen Shores
Features:
Fireplace(s)
Exterior Features:
Wood
View:
Lake view, View of water, Direct Water View
Waterfront:
Waterfront on lake
Water Body Name:
Lake Huron
Structure Type:
House
Utilities:
Sewer, Electricity
Appliances Included:
Refrigerator, Stove, Water Heater
Bedrooms:
4
Bedrooms Above Grade:
4
Bathrooms:
2.0
Half Bathrooms:
1
Cooling:
None
Fireplace:
Yes
Fireplaces:
1
Foundation:
Wood/Piers
Heating:
Baseboard heaters, Not known, Electric, Wood
# Storeys:
1.5
Water:
Municipal water
Sewer:
Sanitary sewer
Basement:
None
Lot Frontage:
95'29 m
Lot Details:
95 x 206 FT
Lot Features:
Wooded area, Irregular lot size, Partially cleared, Flat site
Data was last updated May 19, 2026 at 07:45 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
198
Avg list price:
$742,400
Min list price:
$249,000
Max list price:
$2,588,800
Avg days on market:
37
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
669
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$395.08
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and located in
Saugeen Shores. Average values are
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the MLS® system.
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