This home is a real “Northern Dream,” a true original! Beautiful natural-wood details throughout, from its living-room walls crafted from unique hardwood logs salvaged from the Ottawa River to its honey-colored repurposed pine floors to its custom-built main staircase. The large main floor open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area is a fantastic setting for entertaining family and friends. The staircase up to the master suite affords a gorgeous view of the Mattawa River, and the cozy reading nook just at the top of the stairs will tempt any bookworm. The basement has a rec room, two bedrooms (one finished and one currently used as a storage room), an office, a 4-piece bathroom, and a utility room with storage closets. Float planes take off and land from the water's-edge deck on Ministry property across the road. The previous owner used a floating dock that was removed for winter months. Hobbyists will enjoy the large garage’s custom additions. The custom-built pine staircase was made especially for the house a year after it was built to ensure everything was settled and leveled. The hardwood in the living room is logs from the Ottawa river logging. All supplies are local and Canadian. Right across the road is a pier where a floating dock can be attached, the perfect place to float in the summertime. The river also offers great boating, fishing, and ice fishing, and the Mattawa Water Aerodrome. You can see float planes land and take off. From the dock right across is an ice cream parlor with the best milkshakes anywhere. The kitchen was made with catering and entertaining in mind. The flattop and two burners make cooking a joy. The deep fryer is definitely a crowd-pleaser for entertaining, it can fit two baskets. Don't miss out on this "Northern Dream" property!