CHARLESTON LAKE

Charleston Lake

With over 100 islands dotting the water, Charleston Lake offers an incredible opportunity to own your own private space in Ontario’s cottage country. Want to paddle out to your own private island? Or take off from your own private dock? Now’s your chance with one of the cottages, cabins, or homes for sale on Charleston Lake.

Charleston lake real estate is well-suited to a permanent move, thanks to the convenient urban centres nearby, like Ganonoque to the south, Athens to the north, and Brockville to the east. And if you’re looking for something that only the big city can offer, then Toronto is a 3 hour drive to the west. From the southern edge of Charleston Lake, the U.S. border is only 20 minutes away to the south.

Owning a home around Charleston Lake is also perfect for a part-time or vacation home. Visit during the season best-suited for you, and rent out the property for extra income when you’re away. 

Homes around Charleston Lake have what you’d expect when taking in the sights and sounds of nature are a priority. From wide decks for enjoying a summer afternoon or evening, to well insulated and spacious interiors for resting after a day spent in a canoe or kayak. 

There are many large homes for sale right on the lake, displaying a variety of charming country cottage designs and details. 

At the northern end of the lake is the small neighbourhood of Charleston which includes the closest thing Charleston Lake has to a “suburb”, marina facilities, and some local businesses. 

Charleston Lake Community

Charleston Lake is more than just a body of water where people stay to enjoy nature. It’s also a community where locals and visitors alike work together to maintain the pristine beauty of the area and develop ties with their neighbors.

There are annual events including fishing, fireworks, and camps for kids. And nearby Athens hosts regular farmers markets and the popular Cornfest. 

Charleston Lake visitors and residents enjoy a host of year-round activities. From hiking, swimming, camping, and boating in the summer, to snowshoeing, skating, skiing, and even fishing in the winter. 

The presence of Charleston Lake Provincial Park around the southern portion of the lake ensures that the local ecosystem remains under care and monitoring. 

There are also a number of golf courses in the area, all approximately 20 minutes away. These include: 

• Lyndway Hills
• Maples Golf & Country Club
• Crooked Creek Golf Course

The nearby town of Brockville also has a good selection of golf courses. 

Sand Bay County Park is a popular destination at the northern edge of the lake, perfect for a picnic or a family-day out.