Limerick Lake Waterfront Real Estate Guide
A chain-connected lake in Limerick Township, about 25 km south of Bancroft off Highway 62.
About Limerick Lake
Limerick Lake is part of a chain of five connected waterways, giving boaters miles of water to explore beyond the main lake basin. It sits about 25 km south of Bancroft, near the community of St. Ola.
The lake was enlarged in 1934 when the St. Ola Dam raised water levels, and it's managed today under the Crowe Valley Conservation Authority.
Fishing
Limerick is regularly mentioned alongside Paudash, Baptiste, and Elephant Lake as one of the Bancroft area's standout bass lakes, with lake trout, yellow perch, and pumpkinseed also in the mix. Lake trout fish best in the two weeks after ice-out; bass fishing tends to peak a few weeks after the late-June opener.
Fish Species
Access & Amenities
Limerick Lake Lodge & Marina operates the only boat launch and marina on the lake, offering rentals, bait, and guide services alongside cottage accommodations.
Nearby
ATVs and UTVs are permitted on Limerick Township's municipal roads, connecting to Bancroft's own in-town riding permissions.
Limerick Lake FAQs
Where is Limerick Lake, Ontario?
In Limerick Township, about 25 km south of Bancroft near the community of St. Ola, off Highway 62 in Hastings County.
Is Limerick Lake connected to other lakes?
Yes — it's part of a chain of five connected waterways, so boaters get miles of water to explore beyond the main 8.3 km² basin.
Is there a marina on Limerick Lake?
Yes — Limerick Lake Lodge & Marina operates the only boat launch and marina on the lake, with rentals, bait, guide services, and cottage accommodations.
What fish are in Limerick Lake?
Largemouth and smallmouth bass, lake trout, yellow perch, and pumpkinseed — good variety for a lake this size.
Was Limerick Lake always this big?
No — the lake was enlarged in 1934 when the St. Ola Dam raised water levels. It's managed today under the Crowe Valley Conservation Authority.
Selling Your Cottage on Limerick Lake
Thinking of selling your cottage on Limerick Lake? Limerick Lake is part of a chain of five connected waterways, about 25 km south of Bancroft off Highway 62. Here’s what sellers on Limerick Lake usually ask.
How do I sell my cottage on Limerick Lake?
Call or text me at 905-809-3608. I’ll walk the property, give you a straight, no-obligation opinion of value, and handle the photos, MLS listing and marketing.
What is my cottage on Limerick Lake worth?
It depends on frontage, road access vs water access, condition and season. I’ll give you a free opinion of value based on what’s actually sold on the lake — not a guess.
When is the best time to sell a cottage on Limerick Lake?
Spring brings the most buyers. But four-season cottages sell all winter, with less competition — and winter buyers tend to be serious buyers.
Can I sell my cottage on Limerick Lake in the winter?
Yes, if it’s four-season. I don’t hibernate or close either. Water-access cottages are the exception — those sell best once the water’s open.
What does it cost to sell my cottage on Limerick Lake?
Nothing upfront. Commission and services are agreed when we list.
Thinking About Limerick Lake Real Estate?
Wade Kovacic has deep local knowledge of Hastings County and the surrounding cottage country. Reach out for current listings, a free property valuation, or help finding the right waterfront fit.
Office 905-809-3608 · Mobile 905-809-3608 · Bancroft: 2 Hastings Street North