Just an hour north of Toronto, Simcoe County offers four-season living with a blend of sandy beaches, boating, and vibrant towns. It’s a region where lake life and urban convenience meet.
Barrie – thriving city on Kempenfelt Bay.
Orillia – “Sunshine City” at the junction of Lake Couchiching and Simcoe.
Innisfil, Oro-Medonte, Ramara (Lagoon City), Midland, Penetanguishene – each with a distinct lifestyle.
Wasaga Beach & Collingwood – famed for waterfront and ski culture.
Lake Simcoe – a four-season playground and ice-fishing capital.
Lake Couchiching – connected to Simcoe at Orillia.
Severn River chain (Sparrow Lake, Six Mile, Gloucester Pool) – boat-to-Georgian Bay via the Trent–Severn.
Wasaga Beach – world’s longest freshwater beach.
Discovery Harbour (Penetanguishene) – history on Georgian Bay.
Wye Marsh – birding and nature trails.
Winter ice-fishing on Lake Simcoe – a Canadian classic.
Commuters, families, and teleworkers who want proximity to Toronto with a true cottage-country lifestyle. Perfect for year-round living or weekenders who want short drives, sandy beaches, and four-season recreation.
Lake Simcoe calling your name? Let’s explore the opportunities together.
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Whether you’re dreaming of summer sunsets, four-season adventures, or a legacy family retreat, I can help you find the perfect property in Simcoe County and beyond. With deep market knowledge and a personalized approach, I’ll guide you every step of the way.
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533,169 people live in Simcoe, where the median age is 43.2 and the average individual income is $110,900. Data provided by Statistics Canada.
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There's plenty to do around Simcoe, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Fresco Cafe & Catering, Kino Sushi & Izakaya, and Hairscape.
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| Beauty | 4.64 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.87 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Simcoe has 202,820 households, with an average household size of 2.6. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Simcoe do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada. 533,169 people call Simcoe home. The population density is 0.1 and the largest age group is Data provided by Statistics Canada.
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