4 Bedroom Villa in Austin

In the Eastern Townships of Quebec, situated on Lake Memphremagog, the cottage faces southwest with a spectacular view over the lake towards Owl’s Head ski hill. The property was built in the late 1940’s but has grown over the years. The current owner is only the third owner and has had the privilege of this beautiful location since 1978. This is truly a place to make memories. The tranquil setting of the lake, with the water at your doorstep is sure to relax and rejuvenate the soul. Lake Memphremagog is still a pristine, clean lake. Extending 32 miles from Magog Quebec to Newport, Vermont, this is a freshwater, glacial lake. Ideal for the enjoyment of water sports, the property is equipped with many water and boating accessories. 
 
The character and feel of the house has been preserved with the original wide pine wall paneling in the kitchen and small living room. The house has the feel of a summer cottage with modern amenities. The kitchen has beautiful granite counters and brand new appliances. The recently renovated Master suite includes a new bathroom with deep soaker tub, custom glass shower enclosure and a flat screen television. The Master bedroom also has a wood stove. 
 
The house also has a collection of National Geographic magazines and books about nature. You never know when you might find a flower being pressed between the pages of an old book; waiting for a child to come and re-discover her preserved treasure. There is a rock collection sitting in an old ice cream container that is now into its second generation of “life”. Our granddaughter has begun to add her discoveries to the collection started by her mother. 
 
Swimming, snorkeling, fishing, paddle boating, sailing, canoeing, tubing, and water skiing are all activities available at this property, but perhaps the most pleasant is watching the sunset while sitting on the dock.  
 
The winter seasons gives us a chance to enjoy three of the best ski hills in the east. Just 15 minutes away from Owl's Head Ski Resort, a wonderful family focused ski hill. With great downhill elevations, but also extensive slopes for children, Owl's Head is where three generations of our family have learned to ski. On the edge of Lake Memphremagog, Owl's Head offers spectacular views. In the opposite direction, 15 minutes away is Orford Ski Resort. Part of a Quebec provincial park this resort offers great downhill as well as cross country and snow showing. A beautiful tranquil setting, Orford has a great chalet so you can extend your ski day into the evening. 
 
If you are inclined to travel just a bit farther; 40 minutes you can cross the border into Vermont and enjoy the incessant snow of Jay Peak. With the biggest vertical drop in the Northeast and the luxury of its location in some bizarre 'it is always snowing' at Jay this ski hill is sure to have challenges for the most expert skiers. This ski hill has the most natural snow in the entire Northeast which allows for one of the longest ski seasons available.

The kitchen was recently updated with stainless steel appliances and granite counters. The master bathroom has just been renovated and is an oasis with a very deep double soaking tub and a separate glass shower. There is a flat screen television in the bath as well. Equipment available includes canoe, paddleboat, 16' Aluminum runabout with 15 hp electric start motor, sailboat, lifejackets, fishing gear, water skis, hammock, Pets must be well housebroken and well mannered. Many children's toys on site, including children's lifejackets and fishing rods.

Located between Owl's Head and Orford two of the largest ski hills in Quebec provides easy access to both resorts with their winter downhill and cross country skiing and the summer sports of golf and boating.

• Nearest Airport : Pierre Elliot Trudeau at 120 kilometers distance;
• Nearest Train Station : Gare Central at 120 kilometers distance
• Nearest Town : Magog at 8 kilometers distance