119 Elim Lane
Lac Pelletier (Lac Pelletier Rm No. 107) Lac Pelletier Rm No. 107 S0N 2Y0

$759,900
Residential beds: 5 baths: 3.0 1,649 sq. ft. built: 2011

Facing east and situated on the nw side of Lac Pelletier.
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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
SK038240
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
3
Year Built:
2011
Experience lake living at its finest w this stunning 4-season waterfront cottage on the highly sought-after northwest shore of Lac Pelletier near Camp Elim. Perfectly positioned to capture beautiful sunrise views while providing welcome shade from the afternoon sun, this exceptional property offers the ideal blend of comfort, style, & recreation. Built in 2011 by a respected local builder, this impressive cottage offers 2,696 sq. ft. of living space over 3 levels. The main floor welcomes you w a spacious foyer, convenient laundry/mudroom, a full 4-piece bathroom, & a generously sized bedroom. The heart of the home is the open-concept Great Room, designed for entertaining & filled with natural light. A stone-accented gas fireplace, pine ceilings, and luxury vinyl plank flooring create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The beautifully designed kitchen features a full appliance package, a striking blue island w a wood countertop, and plenty of space for gathering with family and friends. Upstairs, you'll find 2 bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom, along w a 5-piece bathroom. The open-to-below design overlooking the Great Room enhances the cottage's bright and airy feel. The walkout lower level offers a large recreation room w waterfront views, garden doors leading to a covered patio & the lake, 2 additional bedrooms, a 3-piece bathroom, & a fully equipped mechanical/storage room. The property includes a Shoremaster rolling dock & smoker/grill & is being sold fully furnished, excluding items listed on the attached schedule. Additional features include a 2,500-gallon septic system, shared well w abundant water supply, and a transferable 33 year Camp Elim lease. Enjoy everything Lac Pelletier Regional Park has to offer, including a renovated restaurant, 9-hole golf course, licensed clubhouse, mini golf, pickleball courts, boating, fishing, swimming, and endless opportunities to make lasting family memories. This is lake life at its very best.
Listing Area:
Lac Pelletier Rm No. 107
Listing Subarea:
Lac Pelletier (Lac Pelletier Rm No. 107)
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Building Type:
House
Home Style:
One ½
Year built:
2011 (Age: 15)
Total Floor Area:
1,649 sq. ft.
Bedrooms:
5
Number of bathrooms:
3.0
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$2,870 / 2025
Ownership Title:
Leasehold
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Gas
Water Heater:
Included
Water Heater Type:
Gas
Water Softener:
Not Included
Basement:
Full Basement, Walkout, Fully Finished
Basement Walls:
Preserved Wood
Roof:
Asphalt Shingles
Exterior Finish:
Siding, Vinyl
Air Exchanger, Gas Bbq Hookup
Deck, Firepit, Lawn Back, Patio, Trees/Shrubs
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main
Foyer
8' × 4'1"
Vinyl Plank
Main
Laundry/Mud Room
8'1" × 7'1"
Vinyl Plank
Main
Bedroom
12'½" × 12'¼"
Vinyl Plank
Main
Kitchen
13'1" × 12'
Vinyl Plank
Main
Dining Room
12' × 11'1"
Vinyl Plank
Main
Great Room
22'1" × 12'1"
Vinyl Plank
2nd
Bedroom
12' × 10'1"
Carpet
2nd
Primary Bedroom
14'1" × 12'½"
Carpet
Basement
Family Room
23' × 15'
Vinyl Plank
Basement
Nook
10'1" × 9'1"
Vinyl Plank
Basement
Bedroom
14' × 11'
Vinyl Plank
Basement
Bedroom
13' × 9'
Vinyl Plank
Basement
Utility Room
13'¼" × 9'1"
Concrete
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main
No
4
5'1" x 8'1" Ceramic
2nd
No
5
7'1" x 9'1" Ceramic Tile
Basement
No
3
4'1" x 9'½" Ceramic Tile
Occupancy:
Tenant
Equipment Included:
Dishwasher Built In, Dryer, Freezer, Fridge, Microwave, Shed(s), Stove, Washer, Window Treatment
Lot Size:
10,019 sq. ft.
Nearest Town:
Simmie
Garage:
No Garage, Parking Spaces
Parking Places:
3.0
Parking Surface:
Gravel Drive
Date Listed:
Days on Mkt:
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    Facing east and situated on the nw side of Lac Pelletier.
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    Located on the west side of the lake facing east to the lake hills.
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    Roll-in Shoremaster dock included.
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    Upper deck with exquisite views of the lake and gas BBQ hookup. Green Mountain smoker/grill included.
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    Sit-up wooden topped island with modern lighting. Corner pantry and a window over the sink to the north.
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    Slide-in range in island.
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    Main floor 4 piece bath
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    The hallway on the 2nd floor overlooks the Great Room.
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    Primary bedroom with a double closet and windows to the south and west.
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    2nd bedroom with windows to the north and west.
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    2nd bedroom with windows to the north and west.
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    5 piece bath boasts a double vanity and corner shower and a freestanding tub.
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    Stairs leading to the lower walkout level
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    Walkout level has a spacious rec room with windows to the lake and a garden door leading to the covered patio,
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    Bedroom #1 in lower level with window to the north
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    Bedroom #1 with window to the north
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    Bedroom #2 is oversized with a window to the south
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    3 piece lower bath
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    High efficient hot water heater
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    Views to the southeast down the lake
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    Roll-in Shoremaster dock included.
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The Rural Municipality of Coulee No. 136 (2016 population: 669) is a rural municipality (RM) in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan within Census Division No. 7 and SARM Division No. 3. The RM is located in the southwest portion of the province, southeast of the City of Swift Current. The RM of Coulee No. 136 incorporated as a rural municipality on December 12, 1910.[2] The following unincorporated communities are within the RM. In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the RM of Coulee No. 136 had a population of 669 living in 182 of its 206 total private dwellings, a change of 18.8% from its 2016 population of 563. With a land area of 840.54 km2 (324.53 sq mi), it had a population density of 0.8/km2 (2.1/sq mi) in 2021.[4] In the 2016 Census of Population, the RM of Coulee No. 136 recorded a population of 563 living in 183 of its 205 total private dwellings, a -3.3% change from its 2011 population of 582. With a land area of 843.69 km2 (325.75 sq mi), it had a population density of 0.7/km2 (1.7/sq mi) in 2016.[7] The RM of Coulee No. 136 is governed by an elected municipal council and an appointed administrator that meets on the second Wednesday of every month.[3] The reeve of the RM is Greg Targerson while its administrator is Tammy Knight.[3] The RM’s office is located in Swift Current.[3] Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rural_Municipality_of_Coulee_No._136

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