5006 Highway 43, Perth

Welcome your family home to this charming raised bungalow in the picturesque village of Port Elmsley! Ideally situated midway between the beautiful towns of Perth & Smiths Falls, you'll enjoy convenient access to the Rideau Lakes system, with a public boat launch just metres away, Beveridge Locks just a 3 min drive & Rideau Ferry Beach/boat launch just a 7 minute drive, there are all kinds of adventures waiting for you! The bright, open-concept upper level is filled w/ natural light, with easy care hardwood & tile floors throughout! The charming country kitchen flows into the dining area w/ pretty bay window breakfast bar, while the spacious living room offers garden doors leading to the new deck (2024) - the perfect spot to relax, entertain & enjoy the outdoors! A convenient side entrance provides easy access from the driveway and leads to the fully finished lower level, offering incredible flexibility for growing families or multi-generational living. Enjoy a large recreation rm currently used as a home gym/office, two generously sized bedrooms w/ large windows, laundry/2pc bath + a bright workshop. With 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, featuring two bedrooms/one bath on each level, this home offers excellent potential for an extended family or guest suite, where you could easily create separate entrances for added privacy. There's storage galore on both levels! The detached 18' x 24' garage is a fantastic surprise! Beyond its modest exterior, you'll find a beautifully finished interior w/ a striking checkerboard floor, insulation + electric baseboard heating. Perfect for entertaining friends, storing your treasured toys, tackling projects or creating an inspiring home office! Natural gas heat keeps things economical, while recent improvements include shingles (2020), natural gas furnace (2021), new windows/central air/well pump (2026). With space, versatility and an enviable location close to the water, this home has so much to offer! Make it yours today!