The waterfront
Georgian Bay views available from the Bruce Trail escarpment at the property edge — not from the house itself
Inside the home
This 11.98-acre property is built from cordwood — logs stacked end-on in mortar — giving the interior walls a texture you won't find anywhere else. The construction is hand-built and unconventional throughout: steep open-tread staircases, log-post framing, wide plank pine floors, and a freestanding wood stove as the main heat source. A short walk from the house reaches the Niagara Escarpment and Bruce Trail, where you get open Georgian Bay views and island sightlines. The property itself does not have water frontage — the Bay is accessed on foot through Crown land and the Trail. Buyers should go in clear-eyed: the kitchen and bathroom are original, the Quonset hut is deteriorating, and the sanitation system uses a composting toilet. A second large outbuilding has a stone fireplace and is currently fitted out as a commercial food production space — a flexible asset for the right buyer. This is a rural retreat with real character, priced to reflect its as-is condition.
- Distinctive owner-built cordwood construction — genuinely one-of-a-kind
- 11.98 acres with open meadow, forest, and established vegetable garden
- Direct Bruce Trail access and Georgian Bay escarpment views steps from the house
- Multiple outbuildings — garage, Quonset hut, storage barn, bunkie with sleeping accommodation
- Large secondary building with stone fireplace and commercial kitchen setup
- Private setting at end of municipal road, 15 min from Wiarton
Discover your own private Bruce Peninsula retreat on this exceptional 11.98-acre property, tucked away at the end of municipally maintained Crawford Drive, just 15 minutes north of Wiarton. Bordering the world-renowned Bruce Trail, this rare offering combines privacy, natural beauty, and an unparalleled connection to the outdoors. The rustic stacked-log home blends seamlessly into its surroundings and features 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom, an attached garage, a modern wood-burning stove. Large windows fill the home with natural light and provide peaceful views of the surrounding forest. Outside, the property is well-equipped with a 19' x 24' Quonset building, a 40' x 18' storage building, and a charming 16' x 14' bunkie, offering plenty of space for hobbies, storage, guests, or recreational equipment. A short walk from the house leads directly to the Niagara Escarpment and Bruce Trail, where breathtaking views of Georgian Bay and its islands await. Whether you enjoy hiking, birdwatching, photography, or simply unwinding in nature, this property offers a lifestyle that is increasingly hard to find. The established vegetable garden is already planted with tomatoes, peppers, herbs, and other produce, providing an opportunity to enjoy homegrown food and a more self-sufficient way of living. The Bruce Peninsula is famous for its rugged limestone cliffs, crystal-clear waters, ancient forests, and endless four-season recreation. Explore nearby attractions including The Grotto, Cyprus Lake, Georgian Bay, Lake Huron sunsets, boating, fishing, paddling, snowmobile trails, and countless kilometres of scenic hiking routes.Whether you're seeking a year-round home, recreational getaway, or peaceful nature retreat, this unique property offers the space, privacy, and lifestyle that make the Bruce Peninsula one of Ontario's most sought-after destinations.
Facts & features
Layout & dimensions
South Bruce Peninsula
What homes near this one actually sold for
See what waterfront actually sold for.
Register free for Insider access — sold prices along the coast, new waterfront listings the moment they hit, and honest local numbers from Wiarton to Tobermory. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.