Your Cottage Country REALTOR®
Trusted local expertise helping you buy and sell waterfront homes, cottages, off-grid retreats, homesteads, and rural properties across Ontario's most beautiful country.
372 Gunter Lake Rd, Tudor and Cashel — $689,900
Two fully renovated detached cottages on one 1.5-acre waterfront lot: 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 kitchens, and 200 feet of Gunter Lake frontage with a private dock. Live in one, rent the other — or fill both with family.
View This ListingTrusted local real estate expertise
Wade Kovacic has been a full-time REALTOR since 2001 — 25 years of various real estate across Ontario. A second-generation agent — his father was also a REALTOR for over 20 years — Wade built a respected practice across Durham Region before making Bancroft his home and base of operations.
Today, Wade works with waterfront and cottage properties, estate and executor sales, off-grid living, homesteading, and helping GTA buyers relocate to cottage country. Explore our major lakes guide for detailed information on Baptiste, Paudash, Chandos, and other area lakes, or learn about ATV and snowmobile trails in the region. When you work with Wade, you're not just getting a REALTOR — you're getting a trusted partner who knows the market, respects your time, and is committed to getting the details right.
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Property services
From luxury homes and waterfront cottages to off-grid retreats and hobby farms — Wade helps you find the right property and navigate every step of the journey.
Luxury Homes
Premium properties across Bancroft, Haliburton Highlands, and the Kawarthas — architect-designed cottages, executive waterfront estates, and high-end rural retreats. Wade brings the same local market knowledge and attention to detail to every price point.
Waterfront & Cottage Properties
Buying or selling lakefront retreats, family cottages, and waterfront homes across Bancroft, Baptiste Lake, Paudash Lake, and beyond. Wade's specialty — helping you find the perfect shore.
Off-Grid & Self-Sufficient Properties
Land and cabins suited to solar, wood heat, well water, and independent living across Bancroft, Haliburton Highlands, and Barry's Bay. Experienced local guidance helping buyers evaluate access, water, and building potential for a self-sufficient lifestyle.
Artist Retreats & Creative Studio Properties
Quiet, scenic properties in cottage country suited to studio space, natural light, and creative work — from lakeside cabins to rural acreages. Wade helps artists and makers find the right setting to live and create.
Homesteading & Rural Living Properties
Rural properties with land, water, and outbuildings suited to gardens, livestock, and a self-reliant lifestyle across Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough, and Bancroft. Experienced guidance matching homesteaders with the right acreage.
Hobby Farms & Small Acreage Properties
Small farms and rural acreages with barns, pasture, and outbuildings across Bancroft and surrounding cottage country. Wade helps buyers assess land, zoning, and structures for hobby farming and rural life.
Estate & Executor Sales
Hands-on experience with estate and executor sales, guiding clients through the unique legal and emotional complexities these transactions often involve with steady, informed support.
First-Time Buyers
Patient, knowledgeable guidance for first-time homebuyers. Wade walks you through every step — from financing to closing — so you feel confident in your first purchase.
Relocation to Cottage Country
Helping GTA buyers relocate to Bancroft and cottage country. Wade knows the communities, the properties, and the lifestyle — and helps you make a smooth transition.
Free Home Valuations
Thinking about selling? Get a free, no-obligation property valuation. Wade's local market knowledge means you get an accurate, honest assessment of what your property is worth.
Lot, Land & Acreage
Raw land, building lots, and large acreages across the region. Wade helps buyers evaluate access, zoning, and building potential to find the right piece of land for your vision.
Areas we serve
From Bancroft to Peterborough, the Haliburton Highlands to the Kawarthas — Wade covers a wide stretch of Ontario's cottage country and rural communities.
Looking for waterfront? Browse our major lakes guide with detailed information on 15 area lakes, fish species, and real estate listings.
Explore our area
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Awards & achievements
An award-winning agent with a proven track record of results.
"Best agent! Thanks Wade for getting full asking and multiple offers! Your patience and professionalism is one of a kind. Highly recommended without a doubt."
"Wade was very clear on the entire selling process. The house was sold within 7–8 days after listing and over asking. I will surely use his services again."
"Wade did an excellent job selling my house, and helping us find a new house. Replied really quick when I called or texted. NOT PUSHY at all. Wants the best for you."
"As a real estate agent myself, I worked with Wade for a number of years and continue to refer people to him. He's a great agent who really cares about getting his clients the best deals."
"Wade sold my house in a weekend. He's a fantastic agent. We couldn't have done it without his expertise and knowledge throughout the process."
"Wade was professional, knowledgeable and we had our house sold within a week and a half of our meeting with him. Would absolutely recommend."
"Wade was a pleasure to have sell my home and assist me in purchasing my new home. Professional, knowledgeable, and always there to help. Hassle and stress free!"
"Wade was great to work with. Answered all our inquiries promptly and better yet, sold our house in 14 days. Thanks Wade."
"I have been buying and selling houses with Wade for more than 20 years now and have always received the best service. We wouldn't use anyone else."
"Very caring professional, walked us through the steps, did a great job negotiating and handling the sale on both our sale and buying of the new home!"
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions buyers and sellers ask most about working with Wade.
What areas does Wade Kovacic serve?
Wade serves Bancroft, Maynooth, Barry's Bay, Combermere, Faraday, Apsley, Wilberforce, Lakefield, Peterborough, Haliburton, Minden, Carlow Mayo, Wollaston/Coe Hill, Madoc, North Kawartha, Baptiste Lake, Paudash Lake, Cardiff, Kawartha Lakes, Whitney, and Denbigh. If you're looking for a property in cottage country, Wade likely covers the area.
What types of properties does Wade work with?
Wade works with waterfront and cottage properties, off-grid and self-sufficient properties, homesteading and rural living properties, hobby farms and small acreage, artist retreats and creative studio properties, estate and executor sales, first-time buyers, relocation to cottage country, luxury properties, and lot/land/acreage.
How many years of experience does Wade have?
Wade has been a full-time REALTOR since 2001 — 25 years of various real estate across Ontario, now based in Bancroft. He is a second-generation agent — his father was also a REALTOR for over 20 years.
Does Wade offer free home valuations?
Yes, Wade offers free, no-obligation property valuations. With his extensive local market knowledge, he provides an accurate and honest assessment of what your property is worth. Contact him at 905-809-3608 to schedule a valuation.
Can Wade help with off-grid and self-sufficient properties?
Yes, Wade works with off-grid and self-sufficient properties — land and cabins suited to solar, wood heat, well water, and independent living across Bancroft, Haliburton Highlands, and Barry's Bay. He helps buyers evaluate access, water, and building potential for a self-sufficient lifestyle.
Can Wade help me relocate from the GTA to cottage country?
Absolutely. Wade has extensive experience helping GTA buyers relocate to Bancroft and cottage country. He knows the communities, the properties, and the lifestyle — and helps you make a smooth transition from city to country.
What is Wade's track record?
Wade holds multiple awards including Masters Diamond (2024), Centurion (2020, 2021, 2022), Masters Emerald (2023), and Masters Ruby (2019), Masters Silver (2025).
Ready to find your place in cottage country?
Whether you're buying a lakefront retreat, selling a family cottage, or looking for the perfect off-grid property — Wade is ready to help. Get in touch for a no-obligation consultation.
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