89 STEWART ROAD, Bancroft (Dungannon Ward), Ontario

About This Property

Private Maple Sugar Bush in Ontario's Mineral Capital, 2hrs from the GTA. Step out your front door and into your own efficient 3,000+ tap operation within 176 acres of ancient rocky outcrops, forest and meandering creek. This property is the ultimate in peace and privacy. Ideally located at a dead-end, government maintained road with no immediate neighbours within sight. The residence/property has seen significant updates, including extensive landscaping; a 2-tiered deck with luxury 7 person hot tub; new heat-pump, propane heating/cooling systems; Kinetico water system; updated kitchen/bath; wiring for a back-up generator and a finished basement with kitchen and bath, versatile for family or business needs. Nature and recreation abounds: near Lakes and Algonquin Park; 1km to the Hastings Heritage Trail for snowmobiling/ATVing; minutes from the village of Bancroft; on-site snowshoeing trails; hunting; fishing and wildlife observation (elk, moose, owls, deer, turtles, etc.). The current operation produces 100% pure, wood-fired maple syrup from a single source. Vacuum lines and Reverse Osmosis equipment make production efficient and manageable, while the sugar shack sits just steps from the home. Syrup sales can range from $55k-$125k depending on your bulk/wholesale/retail product mix. The maple operation has a brand new reverse osmosis system and overall equipment valued at approx. $230k. Has operated as a successful short-term rental as part of an agritourism business model. The current furnishings are negotiable. Whether you envision running the current operation; hiring help; expanding agritourism or simply living immersed in nature and privacy, this property allows you to build a meaningful, land-based lifestyle. Sellers can be available to cross-train and provide support for the first season. Possible to sever 120 acres from the house/sugar bush and survey already in place.