117 - 12 Bigwin Island, Lake of Bays, ON P0B 1A0
Franklin, Lake of Bays · Near Highway 117/ Old Highway 117 · View map
About this home
Tucked into the peaceful side of Bigwin Island, this thoughtfully updated bachelor suite offers an easy, low maintenance way to experience lake life in every season. Located on the first floor and facing the back of the building, the unit enjoys a quiet, private setting surrounded by trees, creating a calm retreat after long days on the water or exploring the island.Designed for simplicity and comfort, the open concept layout makes the most of the space, with natural light filtering in and a seamless flow for living, dining, and sleeping. Whether you're looking for a personal getaway or a flexible investment, this unit offers an approachable entry point into one of Muskoka's most iconic island communities.Life on Bigwin Island is about more than summer. Warm days are spent boating, swimming, and enjoying the shoreline, while fall brings vibrant colours and crisp lake air. In the winter, the island transforms into a quiet escape with snowshoeing, skating, and access by ice, offering a completely different pace and experience. Spring signals a fresh start, with nature coming back to life and the anticipation of another season ahead. Owners enjoy access to shared amenities including waterfront areas, docking, and the charm of a car free island lifestyle just a short boat ride from the mainland. Bigwin Island is rich in history and known for its natural beauty, making it a place people return to year after year.A relaxed, four season retreat where simplicity meets lifestyle, this is your opportunity to be part of something truly special.
The home
- Type
- Resort condo
- Style
- Bachelor/Studio
- Square footage
- 0-499 sq ft
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 1
- Basement
- None
- Faces
- North
- Level
- 1
- Laundry
- Coin Operated, Common Area, Laundry Room
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Condominium
- Maintenance fee
- $374.00/mo
- Fee includes
- Heat, Common Elements, Building Insurance, Hydro, Water, Parking
- Complex
- MCC 1
- Property management
- Self Managed
- Pets
- Allowed, with restrictions
- Exterior
- Concrete, Concrete Block
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Electric
- Heating type
- Baseboard
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Total parking
- 50
- Parking features
- Surface
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $483/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Possession
- TBD
- Cross street
- Highway 117/ Old Highway 117
- Neighbourhood
- Franklin
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$560 (at 250 sq ft)
- Listed
- Apr 24, 2026 · 173 days ago
- MLS® number
- X13039912
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The home and its surroundings
- Carpet Free
- Rec./Commun.Centre
- Fishing
- Landscaped
- Recreational Area
- Seasonal Living
Included in the maintenance fee
- Heat
- Common Elements
- Building Insurance
- Hydro
- Water
- Parking
Shared in the complex
- BBQs Allowed
- Communal Waterfront Area
- Playground
- Sauna
- Shared Dock
- Tennis Court
- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
Cash needed to close
Estimates only, using Canadian semi-annual compounding, Ontario land transfer tax. Mortgage default insurance is added when you put down less than 20%. Your lender and lawyer will confirm exact numbers.
12 Bigwin Island, Lake of Bays, ON P0B 1A0
Franklin, Lake of Bays · Near Highway 117/ Old Highway 117
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Listing history for 12 Bigwin Island
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Frequently asked questions about 117 - 12 Bigwin Island
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 117 - 12 Bigwin Island listed for, and what would it cost each month?
117 - 12 Bigwin Island is listed for $140,000. With 20% down ($28,000), the mortgage payment would be roughly $565 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the maintenance fee and the estimate comes to about $979 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 117 - 12 Bigwin Island freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
117 - 12 Bigwin Island is a resort condo in Franklin, Lake of Bays. Ownership is condominium: you own the unit and a condo corporation looks after the common elements. The maintenance fee is $374.00 a month. The listing says it covers heat, common elements, building insurance, hydro, water, parking. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount in the status certificate.
Does 117 - 12 Bigwin Island have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. In total the listing counts 50 parking spaces.
Does 117 - 12 Bigwin Island have a finished basement?
No. The listing shows no basement for this home.
What style of home is 117 - 12 Bigwin Island?
117 - 12 Bigwin Island is a resort condo. A resort condo trades the work of a cottage for a monthly fee; read the status certificate and check any rental pool rules.
How big is 117 - 12 Bigwin Island?
The listing puts the home between 0 and 499 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement.
How is 117 - 12 Bigwin Island heated and cooled?
Heating is baseboard (electric). The listing does not show air conditioning.
What are the property taxes for 117 - 12 Bigwin Island?
Property taxes are $483 a year (2025), or about $40 a month.
Are pets allowed at 117 - 12 Bigwin Island?
Pets are allowed, with restrictions. A condo corporation can limit the size, number or type of pet, so check the condo corporation’s rules before you offer.
Where is 117 - 12 Bigwin Island?
117 - 12 Bigwin Island is in the Franklin community of Lake of Bays. The nearest main intersection is Highway 117/ Old Highway 117. The postal code is P0B 1A0.
How long has 117 - 12 Bigwin Island been on the market?
117 - 12 Bigwin Island was listed on April 24, 2026. It has been on the market for 173 days. It is an active listing (MLS® X13039912). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar cottages near 117 - 12 Bigwin Island asking?
Similar cottages for sale nearby right now include 129 - 12 Bigwin Island at $219,900, 221 - 12 Bigwin Island at $239,000 (1 bed) and 126 - 12 Bigwin Island at $344,900 (1 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 12 Bigwin Island sold for?
Recent sales, leases and expired listings for this home and others at the same address are in the Sold history tab, with the price and date of each. It is free for members.
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*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax and the maintenance fee. For illustration only.