North Simcoe's Georgian Bay shoreline gives buyers three distinct choices that sit close together. Which fits you depends on how you want to live.
Midland: the largest of the three, with a historic downtown, a harbour and the most shops and services. It often suits buyers who want town amenities and walkable streets.
Penetanguishene: a smaller harbour town with a French-Canadian heritage and a close-knit feel. It often suits buyers who want a small-town setting near the water.
Tay Township: rural and waterfront communities such as Victoria Harbour, Port McNicoll and Waubaushene. It often suits buyers who want space, trails and cottage-country living.
Questions to ask yourself
Do I need to be walking distance to shops, or do I prefer privacy and land?
Will I live here year-round or use it as a seasonal home?
How far am I willing to drive for work, hospitals and shopping?
Am I comfortable with winter maintenance, including private roads where they apply?
Waterfront needs extra homework
Waterfront and water-access properties can involve shoreline rules, septic and well systems, and different insurance considerations. Ask your agent and your lawyer what applies to a specific property before you make an offer.
See them in person
The three areas are close enough to tour in a single day. Plan a route, and visit at different times of day.
Want help narrowing it down? Read our guides to Midland and Penetanguishene and Tay Township, call 705-985-0082, or message us.
