Cottages For Sale in Bruce Peninsula & Lake Huron North
Bruce County runs from the sand beaches of Kincardine and Sauble Beach up the Bruce Peninsula to Tobermory, with Lake Huron on one side and Georgian Bay on the other.
New3 photos$149,900Land0 bath182 Sutter RoadNorthern Bruce PeninsulaCourtesy of: Royal LePage Meadowtowne Realty Inc., Brokerage
New10 photos$25,000Land0 bathPT Island 45 45A & 45B IslandSouth Bruce PeninsulaCourtesy of: Century 21 Millennium Inc.
New6 photos$299,000Land0 bath0 South Rankin Street SSaugeen ShoresCourtesy of: Real Broker Ontario Ltd.
New3 photos$699,000Land0 bathLot 13 3 ConcessionSouth Bruce PeninsulaCourtesy of: Wilfred McIntee & Co Limited
3 photos$665,000Land0 bathLot 12 3 ConcessionSouth Bruce PeninsulaCourtesy of: Wilfred McIntee & Co Limited
8 photos$169,000Land0 bathPT LT 21 CON 3 PT 2 Mar Side RoadSouth Bruce PeninsulaCourtesy of: Sutton-Sound Realty
5 photos$169,000Land0 bathPT LT 21 CON 3 PT 1 Mar Side RoadSouth Bruce PeninsulaCourtesy of: Sutton-Sound Realty
50 photos$469,000Land0 bath92 Crane Lake RoadNorthern Bruce PeninsulaCourtesy of: Chestnut Park Real Estate
4 photos$75,000Land0 bath19442 Highway 6 HighwaySouth Bruce PeninsulaCourtesy of: EXP REALTY
15 photos$499,000Land0 bath153 Bradley DriveNorthern Bruce PeninsulaCourtesy of: INTERCITY REALTY INC.
49 photos$779,000Waterfront cottage3 bed · 1 bath · 1100-1500 sq ft948 Dorcas Bay RoadNorthern Bruce PeninsulaCourtesy of: RE/MAX Grey Bruce Realty Inc.
24 photos$725,000Waterfront cottage2+2 bed · 1 bath · 700-1100 sq ft1112 Dorcas Bay RoadNorthern Bruce PeninsulaCourtesy of: Chestnut Park Real EstateListing data © PropTx MLS®. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Bruce Peninsula & Lake Huron North cottage market today
Based on 280 homes for sale right now (asking prices). Updated through the day.
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| Style | For sale | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| Land | 187 | $240K |
| Waterfront cottage | 124 | $712K |
| Cottage | 85 | $800K |
| Resort condo | 8 | $963K |
| Log home | 7 | $950K |
| Chalet | 1 | $569K |
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Buying a cottage in Bruce Peninsula & Lake Huron North
Bruce County takes in the Lake Huron shore from Point Clark north to Southampton, then the whole Bruce Peninsula up to Tobermory. The peninsula separates Georgian Bay from the main body of Lake Huron. Wiarton, Lion's Head and Tobermory are its main villages, with Sauble Beach on the Huron side. Farther south, Port Elgin, Southampton and Kincardine are the larger lakeshore towns. Inland, Arran-Elderslie, Brockton and South Bruce are farm country along the Saugeen River and its branches.
The two shores are very different. The Georgian Bay side follows the Niagara Escarpment, with cliffs, cobble beaches and clear, cold water around Lion's Head, Dyers Bay and Tobermory. The Lake Huron side is low and sandy, with long beaches, shallow water and west-facing sunsets from Oliphant to Point Clark. Between them sit quiet inland lakes such as Berford, Sky, Isaac, Chesley, Miller and Cameron. Properties range from older beach cottages to year-round homes and wooded lots.
Distance is the main trade-off. Wiarton and Sauble Beach are about three hours from Toronto, and Tobermory is closer to four. Most cottages have road access, with a well or lake intake and a septic system. Some cottages near Sauble Beach sit on leased Saugeen First Nation land, which works differently from freehold ownership. Northern Bruce Peninsula and South Bruce Peninsula both regulate short-term rentals, so check the current bylaw. Winter brings heavy lake-effect snow.
Getting there: About 3 to 4 hours from Toronto.
- Tobermory
- Sauble Beach
- Lake Huron sunsets
- Niagara Escarpment
- Bruce Trail
- Clear water
Bruce Peninsula & Lake Huron North questions
How far is the Bruce Peninsula from Toronto?
Wiarton and Sauble Beach are about 3 hours from downtown Toronto in normal traffic. Lion's Head is about 3.5 hours and Tobermory is close to 4 hours, mostly on Highway 10 and Highway 6. Port Elgin, Southampton and Kincardine are about 3 hours. Much of the route is two-lane highway, so allow extra time on summer weekends.
What is the difference between the Georgian Bay side and the Lake Huron side?
The Georgian Bay side follows the Niagara Escarpment, with cliffs, rocky shoreline and clear, cold water. The Lake Huron side is sandy and shallow, with long beaches at Sauble Beach, Southampton, Port Elgin and Kincardine and sunsets over the water. Huron beaches tend to suit young families, while the bay side draws boaters, divers and hikers.
Can I buy a cottage near Bruce Peninsula National Park?
Yes, on private land beside the park. The park itself is protected, but private parcels sit next to it around Tobermory. Cameron Lake has private cottages bordered by park land, while nearby Cyprus Lake is inside the park and is used for camping and day visits. Expect extra development controls close to the park and along the Niagara Escarpment.
Do I own the land with a Sauble Beach cottage?
It depends on the location. Many cottages in South Bruce Peninsula are freehold. Cottages on Saugeen First Nation reserve land, south of the main beach strip, sit on leased land, with an annual fee paid to the First Nation. In 2023 a court also ruled that part of the beach itself belongs to the reserve. Review title and lease terms carefully.
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