Fitzwilliam Island N/A, Northeastern Manitoulin and The Islands, ON P0P 1Z0
$29,500,000
Fitzwilliam Island N/A, Northeastern Manitoulin and The Islands, ON P0P 1Z0, Northeastern Manitoulin and The Islands, ON
The Crown Jewel of Georgian Bay: An unprecedented opportunity to acquire a legendary Canadian legacy estate. Situated in the pristine waters of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay within the District of Manitoulin, Fitzwilliam Island offers a magnificent 12,248-acre blank canvas. Located north of the renowned Fathom Five National Marine Park, the island shares the region's breathtaking aqua-hued waters and ancient geology. Steeped in maritime history, it was famously known as "Horse Island" following a historic shipwreck. Across this sweeping scale, the landscape features expanses of untouched forest interspersed with dramatic bare rock outcroppings. The property is uninhabited and offers absolute seclusion, with no year-round residences close. A yachtsman's paradise, the island boasts spectacular natural harbors and exceptional deep-water access. Rattlesnake Harbor offers excellent protected anchorage with an impressive 27 feet of depth, accommodating vessels with up to a 12-foot draft. Shorelines are equally dramatic: the north shore offers 50-foot water depths within 300 feet of the coast, while the south shore features 50-foot depths plunging a mere 25 feet from land. An existing heavy-duty rock and gravel road network connects Hook Harbor to Rattlesnake Harbour, extending to Owen Channel and Whiskey Harbor. The terrain features striking alvars-smoothly scoured limestone shelves marked by ancient glacial striations. The island's surface is composed of premium Amabel Formation dolomite. Furthermore, the property offers excellent off-grid potential, including wind power generation, alongside significant natural resource development opportunities in forestry and mining. Whether envisioning an exclusive private compound, a world-class eco-resort, or a strategic resource investment, this is an unequaled legacy asset.
Property Highlights
For Sale
MLS NO.
X12916310
Type
Residential Freehold
Sub Type
Vacant Land
Complete Property Details
Property Type
Residential Freehold
Sub Type
Vacant Land
Transaction Type
For Sale
Status
Active
Contract Status
Available
MLS® Number
X12916310
Total Bedrooms
0
Total Bathrooms
0
Total Kitchens
0
Central Vacuum Yn
No
Lot Width
0.0
Lot Size
12248.0
Lot Size Units
Acres
Direction Facing
South
Internet Address Display Yn
Yes
Internet Entire Listing Display Yn
Yes
Full Address
Fitzwilliam Island N/A, Northeastern Manitoulin and The Islands, ON P0P 1Z0
City
Northeastern Manitoulin and The Islands
County / Region
Manitoulin
Province / State
ON
Postal Code
P0P 1Z0
Cross Street
n/a
Directions
Georgian Bay
List Price
$29,500,000
Annual Taxes
$11,161
Tax Year
2025
Legal Description
FITZWILLIAM OR HORSE ISLAND S/T INTEREST IN RM65592 & RM65593; NE MANITOULIN & ISLANDS
Possession Type
Flexible
Possession Details
Immediate
Listing Office
Engel & Volkers Toronto Central
Board
One Point Association of REALTORS
Original Entry
2026-03-24T19:36:26Z
Media Updated
2026-04-10T16:52:53Z
Photos Updated
2026-03-24T19:36:27Z
Last Modified
2026-03-25T20:27:16Z
System Modified
2026-04-10T16:52:53.799028Z
MLS Status
New
Co List Office Name
Engel & Volkers Toronto Central
Ddfyn
Yes
Expiration Date
2027-03-24
Hstapplication
Included In
Occupant Type
Owner
Originating System Id
A00001796
Public Remarks
The Crown Jewel of Georgian Bay: An unprecedented opportunity to acquire a legendary Canadian legacy estate. Situated in the pristine waters of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay within the District of Manitoulin, Fitzwilliam Island offers a magnificent 12,248-acre blank canvas. Located north of the renowned Fathom Five National Marine Park, the island shares the region's breathtaking aqua-hued waters and ancient geology. Steeped in maritime history, it was famously known as "Horse Island" following a historic shipwreck. Across this sweeping scale, the landscape features expanses of untouched forest interspersed with dramatic bare rock outcroppings. The property is uninhabited and offers absolute seclusion, with no year-round residences close. A yachtsman's paradise, the island boasts spectacular natural harbors and exceptional deep-water access. Rattlesnake Harbor offers excellent protected anchorage with an impressive 27 feet of depth, accommodating vessels with up to a 12-foot draft. Shorelines are equally dramatic: the north shore offers 50-foot water depths within 300 feet of the coast, while the south shore features 50-foot depths plunging a mere 25 feet from land. An existing heavy-duty rock and gravel road network connects Hook Harbor to Rattlesnake Harbour, extending to Owen Channel and Whiskey Harbor. The terrain features striking alvars-smoothly scoured limestone shelves marked by ancient glacial striations. The island's surface is composed of premium Amabel Formation dolomite. Furthermore, the property offers excellent off-grid potential, including wind power generation, alongside significant natural resource development opportunities in forestry and mining. Whether envisioning an exclusive private compound, a world-class eco-resort, or a strategic resource investment, this is an unequaled legacy asset.
