Haliburton County

Haliburton County is a large area in the heart of Ontario’s cottage country defined by elevated rocky outcrops, beautiful lakes, and charming towns. Homes here offer the best in country recreation and comfort with all the services and amenities for living year round.

Ducks swimming on a lake in Haliburton

Haliburton County Real Estate Stats

Average Price $880K
Lowest Price $2.1K
Highest Price $6M
Total Listings 174
Avg. Price/SQFT $719

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0 Breckles Drive, Haliburton

$749,900

0 Breckles Drive, Haliburton

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Vacant Land MLS® # 40392006

Chestnut Park Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage, Haliburton

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1040 Communication Lane, Minden

$3,500,000

1040 Communication Lane, Minden

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,566 SqFt Single Family MLS® # 40388990

Century 21 Granite Realty Group Inc., Brokerage, Minden

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1894 Blueberry Tr, Dysart Et Al

$2,860,000

1894 Blueberry Tr, Dysart Et Al

6 Beds 4 Baths 0 SqFt Single Family MLS® # X5981751

RIGHT AT HOME REALTY

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1122 Fieldings Crescent, Minden

$1,788,000

1122 Fieldings Crescent, Minden

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,696 SqFt Single Family MLS® # 40386761

Royal Lepage Lakes Of Haliburton, Brokerage, Haliburton

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113 Cross Road Unit# Lot 20, Bancroft

$899,000

113 Cross Road Unit# Lot 20, Bancroft

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Vacant Land MLS® # 40390829

Chestnut Park Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage, Haliburton

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113 Cross Road Unit# Lot 17, Bancroft

$249,000

113 Cross Road Unit# Lot 17, Bancroft

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Vacant Land MLS® # 40390827

Chestnut Park Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage, Haliburton

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113 Cross Road Unit# Lot 21, Bancroft

$274,000

113 Cross Road Unit# Lot 21, Bancroft

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Vacant Land MLS® # 40390830

Chestnut Park Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage, Haliburton

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113 Cross Road Unit# Lot 19, Bancroft

$289,000

113 Cross Road Unit# Lot 19, Bancroft

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Vacant Land MLS® # 40390828

Chestnut Park Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage, Haliburton

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#1902 -1000 Portage Ptwy, Vaughan

$2,100

#1902 -1000 Portage Ptwy, Vaughan

1 Bed 1 Bath 0 SqFt Single Family MLS® # N5980631

REAL ONE REALTY INC.

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Pt Lt 27-29 Con 12 Peterson Road, Harcourt

$315,000

Pt Lt 27-29 Con 12 Peterson Road, Harcourt

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Vacant Land MLS® # 40387976

Reva Realty Inc, Brokerage

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1203 Inlet Bay Rd, Highlands East

$5,999,900

1203 Inlet Bay Rd, Highlands East

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Vacant Land MLS® # X5979677

REAL ESTATE BAY REALTY

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2707 Hadlington Road, Tory Hill

$299,900

2707 Hadlington Road, Tory Hill

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Vacant Land MLS® # 40390917

Century 21 United Realty Inc. Brokerage 040

Real Estate in Haliburton County ON

Real estate in Haliburton include a mix of suburban single-family homes and rugged cabins and cottages on one of the many lakes in the area. 

All of these homes have excellent utilities and amenities to stay comfortable all year round. Those on the water also have docks of their own for boating or swimming, and those inland benefit from large yards to enjoy the outdoors as well.

Other common features of Haliburton County real estate include fireplaces, large porches or decks, and in some cases large great rooms with soaring windows for taking in the beautiful outdoor views.

Wood frame construction is the most common aesthetic, consisting of lap or straight horizontal siding and painted frame accents, complete with relatively simple windows, and brick, stone, or concrete foundations.

With gorgeous cabin real estate in Haliburton County, you'll want to keep an eye out for your dream cabin, as properties in the area are highly desired and sought after.

Read more about year-round activities in Haliburton County in our blog post here!

Haliburton County Attractions & Things to Do 

Located in the heart of Ontario’s scenic “Cottage Country”, Haliburton County incorporates all of the attractions that this area is known for, including cozy communities with strong arts and culture scenes, beautiful lakes and outdoor recreation areas, and a variety of tourist-oriented locations to visit, including restaurants and resorts. 

The two main towns in Haliburton County are Haliburton and Minden. Both of these centers occupy beautiful locations along the county’s waterways and include charming business districts with cafes, galleries, and unique stores. 

Tourism and seasonal holiday-making are important parts of the local economy and lifestyle, as a large portion of the local population is seasonal, coming in during the summer months to enjoy cottages and cabins along the many lakes and rivers. These spots offer a multitude of activities like swimming, fishing, boating, camping, and hiking in the summer, and cross-country skiing, ice fishing, snow shoeing, or snowmobiling in the winter.

Some interesting sites in the area include:

  • Blairhampton Golf Club

  • Haliburton Sculpture Forest

  • Skyline Park

  • Gull River Golf Club

  • The Minden Boardwalk

  • Queen Elizabeth II Provincial Park

  • Dahl Forest

  • Tryfan Forest

  • Solen Lake Provincial Park

  • Dividing Lake Provincial Park

Haliburton County Area Information

Haliburton County is an area located in the central region of southeast Ontario, approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes northeast of central Toronto and less than an hour east of Gravenhurst. 

Neighboring counties include Muskoka to the west, Kawartha Lake and Peterborough to the south, Hastings to the east, and Nipissing to the north. Also neighboring Haliburton County to the north, and including some of its own northern areas, is the large Algonquin Provincial Park. 

The Four Municipalities of Haliburton County

Haliburton County itself consists of four municipalities:

  • Algonquin Highlands

  • Dysert et al (home to the community of Haliburton) 

  • Highlands East

  • Minden Hills (home to the county seat, Minden)


Some notable communities within Haliburton County are Carnarvon, Gooderham, Wilberforce, Dorset, Eagle Lake, Fort Irwin, and Tory Hill. 

Is Haliburton County Part of the Canadian Shield?

Geographically, Haliburton County is part of the Canadian Shield, a rocky and forested portion of Ontario known for its beautiful and rugged lakes. Haliburton County itself occupies an elevated portion of this geological feature, giving it the title of “Haliburton Highlands”. The area around these islands is dominated by hundreds of lakes and dense forests. The northeastern half of the county is particularly wild, with very few access routes. 

Access routes through the southwestern half of Haliburton County include Highway 118, and Routes 35, 21, and 121. These connect Haliburton County to nearby towns like Gravenhurst, Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough, Bancroft, and more.


Gorgeous sunset view of Haliburton lake waters near a dock

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