Welcome to "Lady Bug Downs," a remarkable 10-acre retreat where history, privacy and natural beauty come together. Originally built in the late 1870s, this hand-hewn log home offers a rare opportunity to own a property with true character and a story that reaches back generations. Set well back in a peaceful rural setting, the property features a quiet stream weaving through the rocks into a small pond, open areas well suited for gardens, and a beautiful forested portion with potential for future walking trails. With close to 1,600 sq.ft. of living space, the home features a second floor bedroom suite with an ensuite bath and walk-in closet, 2 additional bathrooms and a partially finished basement with separate entrance, offering potential for a second bedroom, guest space or studio. The incredible sunroom is a natural gathering place, with sliding doors, a cozy wood stove, wide plank floors and warm wood detailing that perfectly complements the original log construction. A Generac generator adds peace of mind for year-round living or weekend escapes. The property also includes generous decking, a covered hot tub area with lighting, the original driveshed/forge now used as a garage, and a charming 20' x 16' cabin currently used as an art studio but equally suited for guests, hobbies or a private workspace. Rich in history, texture and atmosphere, this is a property that feels almost impossible to recreate today. Located less than 20 minutes to Highway 11 or the Town of Kearney for shopping and amenities, Lady Bug Downs is more than a home, it's a private retreat, a piece of local history and a truly special place to begin your next chapter.
Address
3569 Chetwynd Road
List Price
$749,000
MLS® Status
New
Property Type
Residential Freehold
Type of Dwelling
Rural Residential
Style of Home
2-Storey
Transaction Type
Sale
Area
Kearney
Sub-Area
Proudfoot
Region
Parry Sound
Bedrooms
1
Bedrooms (Total)
1
Rooms Above Grade
10
Bathrooms
3
Floor Area
1100-1500 Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source
Survey
Lot Depth
600
Lot Shape
Square
Lot Size Range (Acres)
5 - 9.99
Lot Size Units
Feet
Lot Width
660
Parcel Number
521480230
Occupant Type
Owner
Cross Street
Chetwynd Rd & Hwy 518
Approx. Age
100+ Years
MLS® Number
X13571606
Listing Brokerage
Re/Max Professionals North
Basement Area
Finished with Walk-Out
Postal Code
P0A 1M0
Posession Details
TBD
Parking Places (Total)
12
Parking Spaces
10
Tax Amount
$2,515.00
Tax Year
2025
Site Influences
Deck, Hot Tub, Lake/Pond, Lighting, Privacy, Private Pond, Wooded/Treed, Year Round Living
Exterior Features
Deck, Lighting, Privacy, Private Pond, Hot Tub, Year Round Living
Interior Features
Brick & Beam, Water Heater Owned, Water Treatment
Property Features
Lake/Pond, Wooded/Treed
Cable
No
Central Vacuum
No
Family Room
No
Hydro
Yes
Ensuite Laundry
No
Special Designation
Unknown
Standard Status
Active
Board Or Association
One Point Association of REALTORS
Heat Source
Propane
Heat Type
Forced Air
Cooling Features
None
Construction Materials
Log
Direction Faces
South
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Features
Wood Stove
Foundation Details
Concrete Block
Garage
Yes
Garage Type
Detached
Covered Spaces
2
Kitchens Total
1
Kitchens Above Grade
1
Other Structures
Out Buildings
Pool Features
None
Roof
Metal
Tax Legal Description
PCL 27900 SEC SS; PT LT 10 CON 6 PROUDFOOT PT 1 42R16613; KEARNEY
Topography
Level, Logging Potential
Water Source
Dug Well
View Type
Creek/Stream, Forest, Pond
Waterfront
No
Waterfront
None
Alternative Power
Generator-Wired
Sewer
Septic
Rooms
| Floor | Type | Dimensions | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | Living Room | 5.54 x 4.48 | |
| Main | Kitchen | 3.53 x 4.48 | |
| Main | Dining Room | 2.75 x 1.73 | |
| Main | Sunroom | 8.83 x 2.86 | |
| Main | Bathroom | 1.89 x 1.61 | 2 Pc Bath |
| Second | Primary Bedroom | 9.16 x 6.22 | |
| Second | Bathroom | 4.16 x 2.27 | 4 Pc Bath |
| Basement | Other | 5.32 x 2.82 | |
| Basement | Utility Room | 3.39 x 4.3 | |
| Basement | Bathroom | 2.61 x 1.25 | 3 Pc Bath |
