Amherst Island Properties For Sale

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  • LOT 17 SOUTH SHORE Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13823568

    LOT 17 SOUTH SHORE Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: LOT 17 SOUTH SHORE Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13823568
    $375,000
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    X13823568
    A bewilderingly lovely 98-acre parcel of land attached very nearly to the sometimes wild, sometime mirror-like waters along the south shore of Amherst Island, just a short, reliable ferry ride from the mainland less than thirty minutes from Kingston. The land - not quite flat, more an undulating emerald and lemon sea - stretches north to the horizon, far enough that the curve of the earth feels visible, like a raised eyebrow. Look hard enough and there are the foundations of an old home here near the front, set in the middle of a heady profusion of century-old lilac. Build yourself a new home in the same location, perhaps, all steel and glass and humbling blue views to the south. There is an old watering hole further back, at the tail-end of the trails you'll work over the years into the grasses. Let the neighbour run his sheep here, he'd love that. Farm the land yourself, or just look after it. Even better, let it look after you. Explore the limestone shoreline across the road, or make for the nearby sandy beaches. The woods teem with birds (and more than the odd birder). The island is both vibrant and unspoiled, all stone wall and near-deserted country road. More details
    Listed by CENTURY 21 HERITAGE GROUP LTD., BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
  • 16020 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13820222

    16020 Front Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: 16020 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13820222
    $1,300,000
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    X13820222
    Bedrooms:
    7
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Step back in time to a quieter, more genteel era at The Headlands. This 1840 stone house is at the far western edge of Amherst Island overlooking Prince Edward County. It sits on almost 14 acres with 2,300 feet of shoreline - walk the trails to the end of the island. It is one of only two stone houses on the island, and the original character is still here: enormous original fireplaces, original woodwork throughout and wide plank wood floors. But you're not missing the modern conveniences, including heat pumps in the main house. The 2347 sq ft main house has four bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. The 1300 sq ft carriage house has three bedrooms, one bathroom and a huge living space on the main floor that works as an office, a studio or whatever you need. The Main floor is plumbed for a wet-bar, if you want to create an in-law or entertaining space. Picture croquet on the front lawn and cocktails on the stone patio, with perennial gardens, a kitchen garden, and rolling lawns. Sit by the level waterfront and watch sailboats going by on the north channel of Lake Ontario's Bay of Quinte. Your closest neighbours are a flock of sheep, with the Amherst Island Beacon lighthouse at the western edge of the property. Amherst Island is a destination for cyclists, nature lovers, sailors, and photographers and Headlands is currently a successful Airbnb. Amherst Island is a close rural community in Lake Ontario, 20 minutes from Kingston and less than three hours from Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa, and reached by a 15-minute ferry crossing that runs from 6 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX FINEST REALTY INC., BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
  • 3850 South Shore Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13813522

    3850 South Shore Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: 3850 South Shore Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13813522
    $950,000
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    X13813522
    Bedrooms:
    3
    Bathrooms:
    3
    There's so much to say about this amazing property. Spectacular southern views over the open water of Lake Ontario greet you from this custom-built home on Amherst Island. Built in 2023 on just over an acre of private, landscaped grounds, the 1 storey design puts everything you need on the main floor: a great room with vaulted ceilings, a custom chef's kitchen, and a family room that opens onto a screened porch overlooking farmers' fields. The main floor primary bedroom includes a full ensuite, and the home's accessible design features a roll-in shower, level-within-dwelling access, bath grab bars, and an open floor plan throughout. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms and a 4-piece bath give family or guests their own space, alongside a large 362 sq ft bonus room - ready to finish as a rec room, family room, studio, or simply left as unfinished storage. A two-storey guest house sits adjacent to the main home, offering its own main floor bedroom, roll-in shower bath, and an open kitchen, dining, and living space warmed by a propane fireplace, with a second-floor bedroom and private balcony overlooking the lake - ideal for extended family, guests, or rental income. The grounds include dry stone walls and metal sculptures crafted by a local artisan blacksmith and a storage barn for equipment and toys. Amherst Island offers a popular sand beach, vibrant welcoming community, quiet roads well suited to cycling, and a landscape that regularly draws nature lovers and photographers, all within three hours of Toronto, Montreal, and Ottawa. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX FINEST REALTY INC., BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
  • 7720 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13753250

    7720 Front Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: 7720 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13753250
    $399,000
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    X13753250
    Bedrooms:
    2
    Bathrooms:
    1
    Tucked into the quiet, rural charm of Amherst Island, this bungalow has been meticulously finished over the past year and offers easy, one-floor living just a few minutes down the paved road from the ferry dock, with hourly service 20 hours/day. Inside, you'll find all-new paint, a new kitchen with a stone counter island and French doors leading to a rear deck, updated bathroom that doubles as a convenient main-floor laundry room, updated windows (except foyer), and durable flooring throughout. Behind the scenes, the home has also been upgraded with new soffits and fascia (2025) and attic insulation improved to R50 (2026). The primary bedroom looks out over a ravine, while the second bedroom offers flexible space well-suited to a home office, den, or guest room. Step outside to two decks: one off the kitchen for evening barbecues while the sun sets, and a front deck with newly rebuilt railing that catches the sunrise across the island. Surrounded by trees, meadow, and pasture views, the property is a haven for local wildlife, from deer and wild turkeys to the birds Amherst Island is known for. But the real showstopper is the garage - over 1,300 sq ft with a concrete floor, with a newly finished single-bay workshop, and a second bay (2nd bay door added 2025) comfortably fitting three vehicles, plus a separate storage room at the back. Whether you're after a peaceful island retreat or a serious space to work on or store your vehicles and toys, this move-in-ready starter home on a 1/2-acre property delivers both. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX FINEST REALTY INC., BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
  • 2800 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13739936

    2800 Front Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: 2800 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13739936
    $884,900
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    X13739936
    Bedrooms:
    3
    Bathrooms:
    2
    Spectacular waterfront on over 1.3 acres of gently sloping land down to over 260 feet of amazing waterfront. This thoughtfully designed, in-floor heated, ICF 3 bed / 2 bath home is ready for a new family. Less than five minutes east of the ferry in Stella, this property offers stunning views over the lake from both inside and outside the home. The huge tiled kitchen is ideal for entertaining, offering plenty of room for a dining area and includes two stainless fridges, a gas stove, dishwasher and miles of counter top & food prep area. The enormous primary bedroom suite with a large walk-in closet and a private ensuite bath includes both a tiled and glass shower enclosure and a jetted tub. A great living room with more of those beautiful lake views also has a patio walk out to a private, covered deck with a sitting area and hot tub. Heated radiant floors in this slab on grade build with wide doorways throughout the home allow for anyone with current or future potential mobility issues to navigate the home with assistance of devices. The waterfront has some amazing improvements that include a concrete wharf base and shoreline walk way with boat cleats on the sheltered side, a cantilevered dock extending out beyond it into the lake and your own boat launch for easy access into and out of your private berth. Enjoy peace of mind with an automated generator system tied into the home with an efficient electric boiler providing your heat, augmented by the gas fireplace in the living room - eliminating concerns for electrical interruptions. The heated and fully powered shop offers a pile of options for storage and projects in addition to room for a vehicle, plus two additional utility sheds for a boat, lawn tractor and more equipment. Loved and maintained in immaculate condition by the family that built it in 2002, this property offers beautiful lakefront living, amazing water access and solid workmanship providing peaceful island living and peace of mind. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX FINEST REALTY INC., BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
  • LT 17 PT 2 South Shore Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13731756

    LT 17 PT 2 South Shore Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: LT 17 PT 2 South Shore Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13731756
    $155,000
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active Under Contract
    MLS® Num:
    X13731756
    Wake up to a stunning sunrise view over Lake Ontario on this 1.21-acre lot on Amherst Island's South Shore. The lot runs roughly 198 by 276 feet, offering a good building envelope with flat to gently sloping terrain enough grade to work with, without being a challenge to build on. It fronts on a year-round municipal road, and electricity is available at the rear lot line, making it easier to bring your plans to life. A survey is on hand. Pasture stretches alongside for that open, uninterrupted feel, with a view that makes you stop and look twice, whether it's watching the sun coming up over the water, coffee in hand, or watching the waves in the last light of the day. Life on Amherst Island moves at your pace: join the weekly Market & Social all summer long, take part in the community's winter recreation programs, or simply stay home and take in the view the choice is entirely yours. The island is reached by a short ferry ride from Millhaven, running hourly 20 hours/day year-round, with public water access nearby for days spent on the lake. Amherst Island has stayed a quiet, close-knit community precisely because it can only be reached by ferry, and that's part of what makes it worth the trip. Bring your vision for a dream home, a seasonal retreat, or simply a place to slow down this lot is ready for it. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX FINEST REALTY INC., BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
  • 10930 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13686278

    10930 Front Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: 10930 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13686278
    $695,000
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active Under Contract
    MLS® Num:
    X13686278
    Bedrooms:
    3
    Bathrooms:
    2
    Watch the birds from the windows over morning coffee, any season, in a great room built for gathering-cathedral ceiling, a wood-burning fireplace, and an efficient 2025 wood stove (WETT inspected) in an open-concept space with room for the biggest harvest table your extended family can fill. Sliding doors lead out to a deck overlooking the water. At the kitchen sink, the view shifts across the road to grazing cows in the neighbouring pasture-even the chores come with a view. This 3-bedroom, 2-full bathroom bungalow sits on a 1.72-acre lot with over 200 feet of level, swimmable waterfront on Lake Ontario and a sheltered harbour for a boat. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet, 3-piece ensuite, and its own walkout to the deck and private hot tub-the perfect way to end the day with the lake in view. Beyond the main living space, this property is built for people who need room to work: a 527 sq ft heated workshop, a 1,654 sq ft detached garage with 240 sq ft of upper storage, plus a garden shed. The unfinished basement adds close to 1,200 sq ft of storage or future rec room potential. Recent updates include a propane furnace (2019), refinished wood floors, new sliding doors, and a new bathtub (all 2025), plus a separate electrical panel wired for a generator. Outside, perennial gardens, a vegetable garden, and an established asparagus patch round out the grounds. Set a 15 minutes ferry ride from Millhaven, Amherst Island offers a close-knit community and a quiet pace of life, with Kingston's west end just 15 minutes down the road. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX FINEST REALTY INC., BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
  • Lot 13 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13589266

    Lot 13 Front Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: Lot 13 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13589266
    $525,000
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    X13589266
    Imagine waking up, coffee in hand, looking out over your 800+ feet of waterfront, the north channel, and the mainland beyond. This 99.6 acre parcel on Amherst Island offers a rare opportunity to build up a hill, closer to your shoreline, or in the woods. The land rises roughly 20 metres in elevation from the deeded waterfront across Front Rd on the north end to Conc 2 to the south. Design a home around whatever view you choose. Beyond the building site, the land itself is working for you with high producing fertilized hay fields which keep the property taxes low. Plus mature hardwood woodland and a small pond & marsh (home to Blanding's turtles) offer privacy, nature, & room to roam. With municipally maintained year-round roads (Front, Emerald 40 Ft, and Conc. 2) on 3 sides, you have flexible access options as you plan your build. Electrical service is installed w/200-amp panel availability, and a driveway & parking pad are in place to get you started. A 2025 survey and preliminary severance discussions with Loyalist Township add further flexibility down the road. Owning here also means island life: a 15-minute, year-round ferry crossing to Millhaven (runs hourly, 20 hrs/day) puts you 20 minutes from Kingston or Napanee. This close knit community has much to offer and is known for exceptional birding, great cycling, and its large collection of Irish dry stone walls. The sellers are open to a Vendor Take-Back (VTB) Mortgage for a qualified buyer. The 2025 28' Jayco Jay Flight trailer in situ is negotiable for purchase. It sleeps up to 10 people, is equipped with a full bathroom, kitchen, dining & sitting area, outdoor kitchen, awning, 2-door access, and a queen-size bed. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX FINEST REALTY INC., BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
  • PT LT 18 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13495240

    PT LT 18 Front Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: PT LT 18 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13495240
    $400,000
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    X13495240
    Discover the rare opportunity to own 2.5 acres of waterfront on beautiful Amherst Island, offering approximately 400 feet of pristine shoreline on Lake Ontario. This exceptional property provides the perfect setting to build your dream cottage or year-round home, where spectacular water views and breathtaking sunsets become part of everyday life. The level shoreline offers easy access to the water, while the peaceful surroundings create an ideal retreat to relax, unwind, and enjoy the natural beauty of the island. Whether you're envisioning a modern waterfront escape or a timeless family cottage, this remarkable property offers endless possibilities in one of Eastern Ontario's most tranquil settings. If you've been searching for the perfect place to create your own waterfront legacy, this is an opportunity not to be missed. More details
    Listed by ROYAL LEPAGE PROALLIANCE REALTY, BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
  • PT LT 18-19 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13457518

    PT LT 18-19 Front Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: PT LT 18-19 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X13457518
    $1,995,000
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    X13457518
    Rare 24-acre waterfront parcel on Amherst Island featuring over 1100 ft of clean Lake Ontario frontage. This exceptional property offers privacy, panoramic lake views, and a mix of open land and mature trees. Ideal setting for a private residence, family retreat, or future investment. Enjoy excellent swimming, boating, and idyllic island living with year-round ferry access just minutes away. A unique opportunity to own one of the island's large waterfront holdings. More details
    Listed by ROYAL LEPAGE PROALLIANCE REALTY, BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
  • 9910 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X12943048

    9910 Front Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: 9910 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X12943048
    $650,000
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    X12943048
    Bedrooms:
    2
    Bathrooms:
    2
    Welcome to 9910 Front Road on Amherst Island-where lakefront living meets timeless charm. This well-maintained board and batten farmhouse sits on 1.3 acres with 240 feet of level, accessible shoreline along the peaceful North Channel of Lake Ontario. Lovingly updated in 2002 and freshly painted with new Berber carpet, and a new propane furnace (2026) the home offers a thoughtful balance of character and comfort. Inside, you'll find 1,844 square feet of functional living space, including 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a flexible office or den that could serve as a third bedroom. The spacious main floor primary suite provides convenience and privacy, while the open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas are well suited for everyday living and entertaining, with views toward the water and gardens. The second floor offers additional flexibility, with a large bedroom, full bathroom, and a generous lounge area that could be reconfigured to create an additional bedroom, guest suite, or workspace. Outside, the landscaped grounds feature mature trees, perennial gardens, and level access to the water-ideal for swimming, kayaking, or relaxing along the shoreline. A single-car garage with inside entry and ample storage adds to the home's practicality. Located just a short ferry ride from Millhaven, Amherst Island is known for its welcoming community, natural beauty, and quieter pace of life-offering a unique opportunity to enjoy waterfront living within easy reach of Kingston More details
    Listed by RE/MAX FINEST REALTY INC., BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
  • 10 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X12938322

    10 Front Road Amherst Island Loyalist K0H 2S0
    Main Photo: 10 Front Road in Loyalist: Amherst Island House for sale : MLS®# X12938322
    $575,000
    Residential Freehold
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    X12938322
    Bedrooms:
    2
    Bathrooms:
    1
    Imagine trading your daily routine for life on Amherst Island, reached by a scenic 15-minute ferry crossing from Millhaven. At 10 Front Road, you'll find a true four-season waterfront retreat set on 4.2 level acres with 305 feet of deeded waterfront along Lake Ontario's North Channel. This fully winterized century home, built in 1918, offers the charm of a classic cottage with the comfort of year-round living, so it's just as inviting for a weekend escape as it is for settling in through every season. The main floor has a spacious dining room, a cozy living room warmed by a propane stove, and a bright sunroom with water. The primary bedroom is conveniently located on the main floor, while a second bedroom and additional storage await upstairs. The deck and porch are perfect for watching the sun rise over the fields and set over the water. Spend your days kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching right from your own clean, level shoreline. The open acreage gives you room to garden, entertain, or simply enjoy the quiet of island life, with panoramic views over the bay, lake, and surrounding pastureland. Amherst Island is known for its close-knit community and natural beauty, with a general store, seasonal restaurant, museum, and artisan studios all just a short drive away. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or a place to call home full-time, 10 Front Road offers a rare chance to own a genuine slice of waterfront cottage country, just a short ferry ride from the mainland. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX FINEST REALTY INC., BROKERAGE
    Lynn Wyminga & Lorna Willis
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About Amherst Island

Amherst Island is 66 km squared and 20 km long, and is located between Kingston and Prince Edward County. It is located in Loyalist Township, part of Lennox and Addington County. It is one of the largest islands in Lake Ontario, about 3km offshore from mainland Loyalist Township. The population is 450, but doubles or triples in the summer. Amherst Island is known for fishing, cycling, sailing, birding, and for having the largest concentration of Irish dry stone walls in Canada.

Amherst Island is serviced hourly by ferry running from Millhaven (mainland) to Stella (island) from 6:00 AM (Stella) with the last ferry leaving Millhaven at 1:30 AM. Visitor return fare is $11.00, payable by cash, credit, or debit. Islanders purchase bulk ferry transit cards. 

AMENITIES:

  • Fire Department and Emergency Services
  • Amherst Island Public School (JK-8)
  • 2 churches with regular services: St. Paul’s Presbyterian and St. Alban’s Anglican
  • High speed internet: SpaceX’s StarLink, KOS & Xplore
  • Public Parks: Sand Beach Wetlands Conservation Area (beach, walking path and deck overseeing the wetlands), Centennial Park (playground), Lane’s End Park (picnic area), and Stella Bay Public Dock.

Year-round:

Seasonal:

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

ANNUAL EVENTS

  • Shearing Day - Watch the pros shear the flock and the "rousies" process & pack at Topsy Farms each spring
  • Family Fishing Day - May event by Loyalist Township at Neilson Store Museum & Cultural Centre
  • Waterside Summer Series - Annual series of high quality classical music concerts at St. Paul's Church
  • Rock the Pavilion - Annual summer music festival by A.I. Agricultural Society
  • Wooly Bully Races - 5K/10K and 1K children's races, brought to you by KRRA every August
  • Winter Festival - Community and church groups host a variety events one day in February

For more Amherst Island info, see our FAQs blog (or below), and visit www.amherstislandca.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

about living on Amherst Island

We get the same questions about Amherst Island... answered below.

1. What's with the ferry?

The Amherst Island Ferry runs 20 hours/day, 365 days/year. The crossing is approximately 15 minutes. The ferry leaves hourly at half past the hour from the Millhaven (mainland) ferry dock, and on the hour from the Stella (island) ferry dock, from at 6:00 AM to 1:50 AM. Both docks have public washrooms and waiting areas. The visitor return fare is $11.00, paid after embarking on the Millhaven side. More info.

2. What if there’s an emergency?

We have a fire/first response crew on call on the island. If the situation needs an ambulance, the ferry crew is notified (day or night) and they head to the mainland to pick up the paramedics, then generally wait for the ambulance island-side to return it to the mainland.

3. What about the roads in winter?

We have a roads crew that maintains the roads year round, including snow removal. There is a night watch in winter to wake the crew if there is significant snow fall overnight to plow the roads. It’s excellent snow removal service, better than anywhere we've lived in the past.

4. Are there any stores or services?

See the year-round and seasonal lists above.^
In summer there is a market & social at the Agricultural Society Pavilion on Saturday mornings. The Recreation Association runs sports and social programs in fall, winter and spring, as well as Canada Day celebrations and occasional dances and social activities. The Agricultural Society also holds  occasional events. 

5. What do you do in winter?

There’s Recreation programs, Neilson Store Museum talks, and the A.I.W.I. monthly winter markets; friends gather for food, films, cards, book clubs, games, beach walks, birding; and it’s a great time to take advantage of the music, food, and arts in nearby Kingston with concerts, restaurants, galleries, workshops, plays, film festivals and markets. 

Zoning on Amherst Island

You can read about Zoning in Loyalist Township here (scroll down to Zoning By-Law Table of Contents for full definitions and zones). 

The Amherst Island zoning map is here (Schedule 5), and the Hamlet of Stella zoning map is here (Schedule 9). 

The main zones on the island are Prime Agricultural (PA), Rural (RU), Shoreline Residential (SR), Hamlet Residential (HR), Environmentally Protected (EP), and Community Facility (CF). The zone definitions can be found in the Zoning By-Law. The information on General Provisions is here. 

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