Opportunity abounds in this lakefront year round home/cottage with room to expand on the main property and adjoining separate lot. This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, partially furnished home boasts a spacious open concept design. The second bath also serves as a main floor laundry. The easy to maintain home has a great kitchen with a view to the lake, and lots of storage. Upgrades in the past year include a new large water heater and softener, an RO water system in the kitchen, new lighting, upgraded 200 amp service, and the home has an automatic-on generator so you will never be without power. The shoreline is accessible for recreation or fishing while an accessible 20' x 24' building with 100 amp and 220V service could serve as a workshop or boathouse. A short distance away is the Trout River Park sandy beach, a perfect place to swim or quiet stroll. Enjoy Lake Ainslie sunsets from the 3 season sunroom or deck. The 4 season addition with surrounding windows offers options as a fabulous main bedroom, studio, office, or whatever your heart desires. The large walk-out basement, which offers limitless potential, boasts a 9 foot ceiling, new lighting, a space for a fruit cellar and is clean and dry. This property is brimming with opportunities, with space for expansion, or to add a guest cabin or trailer on the main level or on the adjoining flat upper lot. It is ideally located for snowmobile or recreational vehicle access to trails. Located 25 minutes from Inverness and the Cabot golf courses and 15 minutes from Whycocomagh and the Trans Canada Highway, with an easy drive to the mainland, Cabot Trail, and Sydney area. Come on in and make yourself at home!