4031 Crystal Beach Hill Lane Fort Erie, Ontario L0S 1B0
$699,900
Welcome to the Crystal Beach Hill Cottagers Association-a private, gated enclave of just 43 cottages perched along the stunning, sandy shores of Lake Erie. This classic, well-maintained century cottage offers space for the whole family, delivering a million-dollar view and a beachside lifestyle at a fraction of the price! Brimming with original woodwork and nostalgia, the home is currently set up as a duplex, boasting a minimum of six bedrooms, two kitchens, two living rooms, two washrooms, and a newer roof for solid structural peace of mind. Best of all, two-tiered front porches afford panoramic, unparalleled views of the beach and bay. Access is a true coastal escape, walking up three to four flights of stairs over the hill to reach your secluded retreat. The Hill Association is a sanctuary like no other-private and serene, yet minutes from local shops and dining, with private beach access via an association right-of-way. Ownership is secured through a corporate share transfer granting exclusive use of your cottage, surrounding land, and parking access, alongside a partial interest in adjacent land leased long-term to the Town of Fort Erie, which keeps annual association fees remarkably low ($1,000-$1,800/year; taxes under $2,500/year). Fees conveniently cover security, maintenance, beach cleanup, insurance, and garbage pickup. Because of this unique structure, properties here are rarely available and typically non-mortgageable. Please note: Association rules do not permit the use of these cottages as short term rentals. Connected to town water, sewer, and natural gas, this property is available with year-round access. Picture your family running along the beach, visiting neighbors, dining on the porch, and gathering around late-night campfires under the stars. It's far more than four walls-it is a rare heritage lifestyle waiting to be lived. Since these properties are a share purchase, non-residents ARE permitted to purchase (verify with your lawyer). (id:56248)
Property Details
| MLS® Number | X13585180 |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| Community Name | 337 - Crystal Beach |
| Amenities Near By | Beach |
| Easement | Other, None |
| Equipment Type | None |
| Features | Irregular Lot Size, Sloping, Hilly, Carpet Free, In-law Suite |
| Parking Space Total | 4 |
| Rental Equipment Type | None |
| View Type | Lake View, View Of Water, Direct Water View, Unobstructed Water View |
| Water Front Name | Lake Erie |
| Water Front Type | Waterfront On Lake |
Building
| Bathroom Total | 2 |
| Bedrooms Above Ground | 6 |
| Bedrooms Total | 6 |
| Age | 100+ Years |
| Appliances | Water Heater, Water Meter |
| Cooling Type | Window Air Conditioner |
| Exterior Finish | Wood |
| Fire Protection | Smoke Detectors, Security System |
| Foundation Type | Wood/piers, Concrete |
| Stories Total | 2 |
| Size Interior | 1,500 - 2,000 Sqft |
| Type | Other |
| Utility Water | Municipal Water |
Parking
| No Garage |
Land
| Access Type | Private Road, Year-round Access |
| Acreage | Yes |
| Land Amenities | Beach |
| Sewer | Sanitary Sewer |
| Size Depth | 221 Ft ,4 In |
| Size Frontage | 806 Ft ,4 In |
| Size Irregular | 806.4 X 221.4 Ft |
| Size Total Text | 806.4 X 221.4 Ft|5 - 9.99 Acres |
| Surface Water | Lake/pond |
| Zoning Description | Wr-155 |
Rooms
| Level | Type | Length | Width | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Level | Kitchen | 3.32 m | 3.66 m | 3.32 m x 3.66 m |
| Main Level | Living Room | 5.92 m | 3.33 m | 5.92 m x 3.33 m |
| Main Level | Bedroom | 2.41 m | 2.94 m | 2.41 m x 2.94 m |
| Main Level | Bedroom | 2.42 m | 2.88 m | 2.42 m x 2.88 m |
| Main Level | Bedroom | 2.42 m | 2.96 m | 2.42 m x 2.96 m |
| Upper Level | Bedroom | 2.93 m | 2.94 m | 2.93 m x 2.94 m |
| Upper Level | Living Room | 3.93 m | 6.05 m | 3.93 m x 6.05 m |
| Upper Level | Kitchen | 2.53 m | 2.95 m | 2.53 m x 2.95 m |
| Upper Level | Other | 2.3 m | 2.98 m | 2.3 m x 2.98 m |
| Upper Level | Bedroom | 2.97 m | 3.47 m | 2.97 m x 3.47 m |
| Upper Level | Bedroom | 3.61 m | 2.48 m | 3.61 m x 2.48 m |
Utilities
| Cable | Available |
| Electricity | Available |
| Electricity Connected | Connected |
| Natural Gas Available | Available |
| Telephone | Nearby |
| Sewer | Installed |
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