4 Rideau Lane, Ottawa

At the very end of a quiet lane, where the Rideau River stretches wide and sunsets paint the horizon, you'll find a home that feels equal parts cottage retreat and year- round haven. 4 Rideau Lane is that rare property: just under two acres of privacy, character, and history, with the river right at your doorstep.

Step inside to a bright and inviting living room where oak panelled walls, a wood-burning fireplace (W.E.T.T. certified), and custom built-ins set the tone for comfort and charm. From here, the view opens directly to the water—ever-changing and always beautiful. A dining area leads into a practical galley kitchen with clever roll-out storage and a window perfectly placed above the sink to frame the river. Just beyond the dining, a four-season sunroom, fully insulated and heated, is the ideal spot to sip morning coffee in every season.

In the private wing, the newly renovated bathroom delights with its modern walk-in shower. The primary bedroom enjoys a deep double closet and a walkout to the deck—an incredible perch to savour the sunset. A second spacious bedroom, with treed views and two closets, completes the main level.

Downstairs, a large family room offers space for games, hobbies, or a future woodstove. There's also a combined laundry and 3-piece bath, plus an expansive L-shaped storage area with built-ins to keep everything organized.

Outside is where this property truly shines. Multi-level decks wrap gracefully around the house, creating spaces for dining, lounging, and entertaining. The oversized two-bay garage with a new cement floor provides plenty of workshop space, while a remarkable separate outbuilding—a historic lumberjack cabin floated down the Ottawa River from Gatineau—adds a rustic, storybook touch. The lot itself is enchanting: privacy pines, interlock patios, a laundry line for that nostalgic country feel, and a dock that brings you right to the Rideau.

Neighbours are few, nature is abundant, and the view across the water is protected parkland—meaning your sunsets will remain uninterrupted. Whether as a retirement retreat, a hobbyist's escape, or a launchpad for endless waterway adventures, this is a property to fall in love with. A place where every day feels like a vacation, yet with all the comfort of home.