Try the area before you buy in it
Buying into a small lakeside village sight-unseen is a gamble. Spend a winter here first. If the place still looks good in March, you have your answer.
Why this works
- Live in the village before you commit to a mortgage
- See the off season — the part the summer visitors never meet
- Learn the commute to London or St. Thomas for real
- Month-to-month while you house-hunt
- Local agents and trades are a phone call away
Homes that suit relocating
Off-season monthly rates, September – May. Utilities included on most.
Owner favouriteThe Escape
Port Stanley3 bedrooms · 1 bath · Sleeps 8
Cottage · Utilities included
$2,400/ month
4 month minimum
Owner favouriteThe Lookout
Port Stanley3 bedrooms · 1 bath · Sleeps 6
House · Utilities included
$2,500$2,400/ month
Save $100 (4%)Winter special
160 night minimum
The Retreat
Port Stanley2 bedrooms · 1 bath · Sleeps 4
Duplex unit · Utilities included
$1,900/ month
3 month minimum
The Hideaway
Port Stanley4 bedrooms · 1.5 baths · Sleeps 8
Duplex unit · Utilities included
$2,500/ month
4 month minimum
Tell us what you need
Dates, how long, how many of you, and anything particular — a fenced yard, room for a work truck, a desk that faces a window. We reply within 1 business day with what actually fits.