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51 Lightning Bay
NONE Rural Barrhead No. 11, County of T7N 1N3

$295,000
Residential beds: 3 baths: 1.0 1,141 sq. ft. built: 1992

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
A2237399
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
1
Year Built:
1992
Tucked into nature and full of charm, this beautiful bungalow offers lake life with comfort and good privacy. Vaulted ceilings and soaring windows fill the space with natural light and peaceful views of the lake, environmental reserve, and surrounding trails. Inside, you’ll find solid wood cabinets, an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area anchored by a cozy wood-burning stove—ideal for year-round enjoyment. The home features three bedrooms and a full bath, with a standout primary suite that faces the lake and boasts its own gas fireplace for those tranquil evenings in. No carpets here—just easy-to-clean flooring throughout. The detached garage (24’ x 30’) provides plenty of space for vehicles and storage, plus a dedicated workshop area. This well-maintained property is part of a bareland condo community offering shared access to a boat launch, lodge, playground, and more. Whether you're looking for a serene full-time residence or the perfect cottage getaway, this home is a true retreat you’ll never want to leave.
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Condo Type:
Bare Land Condo
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Suite:
No
Home Style:
Acreage with Residence, Bungalow
Total Living Area:
1,141 sq. ft.
Condo Fee:
$500.00
Condo Fee Includes:
Reserve Fund Contributions
Lot Area:
14,374 sq. ft.
Lot Frontage:
44'4"
Front Exposure:
South
Levels:
One
Total Rooms Above Grade:
5
Year built:
1992 (Age: 33)
Bedrooms:
3 (Above Grd: 3)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Bathrooms:
1.0 (Full:1, Half:0)
Plan:
8521589
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Basement:
Crawl Space, None
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
New Constr.:
No
Construction Material:
Mixed
Structure Type:
House
Roof:
Metal
Ensuite:
No
Flooring:
Vinyl
Cooling:
None
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Details:
Gas, Great Room, Wood Burning Stove
Water Supply:
Shared Well
Sewer:
Holding Tank, Shared Septic
Garage:
Yes
Garage Spaces:
2
Parking:
Double Garage Detached
Parking Places:
8
Parking Total/Covered:
8 / -
Laundry Features:
Main Level
Condo Fee Frequency:
Annually
Z-name Not Listed
NONE
Beach Access, Boating, Clubhouse
Dryer, Electric Stove, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
N/A
Condo/Strata Approval
Restrictions
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living/Dining Room Combination
22'6" × 19'
Main Floor
Furnace/Utility Room
Measurements not available
Main Floor
Bedroom
9' × 7'
Main Floor
Bedroom
11' × 9'
Main Floor
Bedroom
14' × 10'
Main Floor
Bonus Room
11' × 10'
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
4
Title to Land:
Fee Simple
Community Features:
Fishing, Playground
Interior Features:
Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, No Smoking Home, Vinyl Windows
Exterior Features:
Garden, Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features:
Deck
Lot Features:
Back Yard, Backs on to Park/Green Space, Conservation, Front Yard, Lake, Low Maintenance Landscape, See Remarks
Waterfront Features:
Lake Privileges
Num. of Parcels:
0
Fencing:
None
Nearest Town:
Barrhead
Region:
Barrhead No. 11, County of
Zoning:
RR
Listed Date:
Jul 07, 2025
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Listed by ROYAL LEPAGE MODERN REALTY
Data was last updated August 16, 2025 at 06:05 PM (UTC)
DIANE RICHARDSON
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