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Summary

This $580K Ontario home belongs in the French countryside and is surrounded by fruit trees

You can enjoy water views and old-world charm.

Converted schoolhouse home.

A house for sale in Ontario.

Lindsey Shepherd | Coldwell Banker
Lead Writer, Travel

Have you ever dreamed of moving to the French countryside? You don't have to go too far in order to enjoy some European charm and old-world vibes.

This enchanting house for sale in Ontario belongs on a postcard for France and will have you feeling like you've moved countries.

Located an hour away from Ottawa, the property boasts fruit trees, updated rooms and modern amenities.

It's currently listed at $579,999, so you can enjoy a little slice of Europe without a hefty price tag.

Originally constructed as a stone schoolhouse in 1873, the building has been transformed into a two unit residence with the option to rent out one of the living spaces.

House surrounded by blossoms.Exterior of the home.Lindsey Shepherd | Coldwell Banker

Situated in Port Elmsley between the quaint towns of Perth and Smiths Falls, the house features three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

A loft bedroom with a white bed.Loft bedroom.Lindsey Shepherd | Coldwell Banker

While the building itself offers lots of historic charm, it has recently had a renovation and fells like "a 'city loft' in the country," according to the listing.

Interior of a home with a sitting area and dining room.Sitting area and dining room. Lindsey Shepherd | Coldwell Banker

Inside, you'll find rooms filled with natural light, large windows with deep sills and other old-world characteristics.

Interior of a home with a bathroom and office setup.Office area and bathroom.Lindsey Shepherd | Coldwell Banker

The home consists of two separate complete units. The first has two bedrooms and two baths, while the other has one bedroom and full bath. The second unit could be converted into an Airbnb, guest suite, or joined with the rest of the home.

A modern kitchen with green cupboards. Updated kitchen. Lindsey Shepherd | Coldwell Banker

The larger unit "boasts modern concrete counters, upscale appliances and cabinets, chic light fixtures, warm pine floors and more," according to the listing.

Blue water with trees.Boat launch. Lindsey Shepherd | Coldwell Banker

There is a public boat launch across the street and you can take in the views of the Lower Rideau Lake.

The sun-filled property is "a gardener's dream" complete with perennials, fruit trees and space for a vegetable garden.

A garden.Gardens on the property.Lindsey Shepherd | Coldwell Banker

If European charm, updated rooms and nature surroundings sound like your idea of a dream home, this might be the spot for you.

Converted schoolhouse for sale

A historic home.

Exterior of the home.

Lindsey Shepherd | Coldwell Banker

Asking Price: $579,999

Address: 4962 Highway 43 Rd., Port Elmsley ON

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  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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