🏞️ Waterfront Living Awaits: Lake Days Included

Explore five dreamy water-side homes ready for kayaking, entertaining, and disappearing for the weekend.

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Alex Veytsman
August 25, 2026

🌅 Today’s Waterfront Picks: Cottages & Coastal Retreats

Every day, new waterfront properties are listed — but these five? They offer the perfect blend of stunning views, luxurious living, and serene locations.

From Washington to New York, explore five waterfront opportunities ranging from cozy cottages to resort-style retreats.

🏔️ Moses Lake Waterfront with Pool – $624,900

4 Beds • 3 Bath • 2,137 sq ft • 9,801 sq ft lot

🌊 Tri-level home with 70 feet of waterfront and stunning lake views.

  • 🏊 15'x30' in-ground fiberglass pool with gas heater and pool house

  • 🚤 8'x20' Trex dock with covered deck for lakeside entertaining

  • 🏔️ Lake, mountain, and city views from multiple levels

  • 🔥 Cozy gas fireplace and flexible floor plan with office and family room

  • 🛏️ Four bedrooms plus den/office for guests or remote work

  • 💡 Low-bank waterfront with retaining wall and sprinkler system

🚤 Port Charlotte Canal Front with Boat Lift – $500,000

3 Beds • 2 Bath • 1,612 sq ft • 10,018 sq ft lot

🌊 Turnkey furnished waterfront retreat just 15 minutes by boat to Charlotte Harbor.

  • 🛥️ Private dock with 9,000-lb boat lift for easy Gulf access

  • 🏊 Saltwater pool and screened lanai for outdoor entertaining

  • 🍳 Open kitchen with island, breakfast bar, and pantry

  • 🛏️ Main-level primary suite with dual sinks and separate shower

  • 🛡️ Impact doors and metal roof for peace of mind

  • 💡 Perfect as full-time home, winter retreat, or vacation rental

🌲 Ashby Lakefront Cottage with Dock – $499,900

1 Bed • 2 Bath • 1,213 sq ft • 4,487 sq ft lot

🌊 Serene lakefront views with private dock for aquatic adventures.

  • 🚣 Private dock and fire pit at the water's edge

  • 🍳 Remodeled kitchen with granite counters, center island, and propane cooktop

  • 🛁 Main bath with tiled shower and hydronic towel warmer

  • 🔥 Finished daylight basement with pebble-stone walls and Marvin glass door

  • 🌿 New composite deck with privacy screen overlooking the lake

  • 💡 Ideal Airbnb rental; 15 minutes to train, near skiing

🍂 Forestburgh Pond Cottage – $399,900

2 Beds • 2 Bath • 1,130 sq ft • 3.19 acres

🌊 Rustic pondfront cottage with private water access and wide views.

  • 🛶 Private dock and pond access for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing

  • 🔥 Stone fireplace and vaulted ceilings in the open living space

  • 🌅 Wraparound deck with fire pit and Adirondack chairs by the water

  • 🌲 3.19 wooded acres just 1.5 hours from NYC

  • 💡 Ideal full-time home, weekend escape, or short-term rental

🌊🏖️ $199,900 — a rare waterfront cottage on Lake Ontario with private beach, pool, and million-dollar views.
✨ 3 beds + 2 baths + enclosed sun porch + balcony overlooking the lake = year-round resort living.

⭐ Standouts
• 🏖️ Private beach + lakeside pool + fishing pier
• 🎾 Tennis, basketball, clubhouse & playground included
• 🛏️ First-floor bedroom + full bath for single-level ease
• 🌅 Balcony with lake views from upstairs bedrooms

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