$864,900
Open house
ULS: 26656125
Two or more storey house
for sale
161 Ch. de la Rivière, Chelsea (Chelsea Est (Old Chelsea +))
Character-filled Canadian home on 4 wooded acres in the heart of Chelsea. Warm and inviting property featuring 2 wood stoves, stunning stone walls, a welcoming kitchen, bright office space, and a finished basement with an infrared sauna. Unique atmosphere blending rustic charm and comfort. Offering 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Private lot surrounded by mature trees with private trails, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those seeking tranquility. Large shed with electricity and built-in workbench, spacious woodshed holding up to 16 cords of wood, and an invisible dog fence covering 2 acres. A rare opportunity not to be missed!
Number of rooms
13
Living area
1,605.97 ft²
Property features
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
Upcoming open houses
Sunday 05/31/26
from 14:00 to 16:00
JESSIKA SIMPSON
Residential Real Estate Broker
Addendum
* Only a 3-minute walk to the community trail and the Gatineau River, offering endless opportunities for walking, running, biking, and cross-country skiing in winter
* Only a 4-minute walk to the Cascades Club, where members enjoy swimming, canoeing, and a vibrant community atmosphere
A rare combination of privacy, nature, and convenience in one of Chelsea's most sought-after areas
Home:
Built in 1985
1,605 square feet (exact size to be verified) + 800 square feet of finished basement space
- Flooring:
Maple hardwood floors on the main floor and second level
Pine flooring in the basement
Ceramic flooring in the bathrooms, entrance, and kitchen
Renovations:
* Front roof redone with Wakefield Bridge metal roofing in 2013 and rear roof in 2017
* Gutters redone in 2015
* Staircase and second-floor maple flooring redone in 2014
* Exterior siding redone with Maibec and stone in 2015
* Front porch and rear deck redone in composite in 2017
* Kitchen renovated in 2012
* Both bathrooms renovated in 2013
* All windows, skylights, and patio door replaced in 2014
* Both exterior chimneys replaced in 2024
* Basement wood stove replaced in 2019
* Separate electrical panel for generator installed in 2009
* Air conditioning units (main floor and second floor) installed in 2017 -- exterior unit replaced in 2025
- Radon Test:
Completed in 2015--2016 over a one-year period in the basement: results below the 200 Bq/m³ threshold
A Home That Raised a Family
This home has been far more than walls and windows -- it has been the setting for a childhood deeply connected to nature and for a family life built around meaningful moments together. Our children truly loved growing up here. They spent their days exploring the woods, inventing games beneath the pines, and biking along the river with the unique freedom a place like this offers. Summers were filled with swimming in the Gatineau River, laughter by the water, and the simple joy of being outdoors from morning until night. Winters brought their own kind of magic -- long ski days followed by cozy evenings around the wood stove.
This home has hosted birthday parties in the yard, peaceful mornings with coffee on the veranda, and countless ordinary moments that became the memories we cherish most. It shaped our family, our rhythm, and our way of life -- and it is now ready to offer the same experience to another family.
* Only a 4-minute walk to the Cascades Club, where members enjoy swimming, canoeing, and a vibrant community atmosphere
A rare combination of privacy, nature, and convenience in one of Chelsea's most sought-after areas
Home:
Built in 1985
1,605 square feet (exact size to be verified) + 800 square feet of finished basement space
- Flooring:
Maple hardwood floors on the main floor and second level
Pine flooring in the basement
Ceramic flooring in the bathrooms, entrance, and kitchen
Renovations:
* Front roof redone with Wakefield Bridge metal roofing in 2013 and rear roof in 2017
* Gutters redone in 2015
* Staircase and second-floor maple flooring redone in 2014
* Exterior siding redone with Maibec and stone in 2015
* Front porch and rear deck redone in composite in 2017
* Kitchen renovated in 2012
* Both bathrooms renovated in 2013
* All windows, skylights, and patio door replaced in 2014
* Both exterior chimneys replaced in 2024
* Basement wood stove replaced in 2019
* Separate electrical panel for generator installed in 2009
* Air conditioning units (main floor and second floor) installed in 2017 -- exterior unit replaced in 2025
- Radon Test:
Completed in 2015--2016 over a one-year period in the basement: results below the 200 Bq/m³ threshold
A Home That Raised a Family
This home has been far more than walls and windows -- it has been the setting for a childhood deeply connected to nature and for a family life built around meaningful moments together. Our children truly loved growing up here. They spent their days exploring the woods, inventing games beneath the pines, and biking along the river with the unique freedom a place like this offers. Summers were filled with swimming in the Gatineau River, laughter by the water, and the simple joy of being outdoors from morning until night. Winters brought their own kind of magic -- long ski days followed by cozy evenings around the wood stove.
This home has hosted birthday parties in the yard, peaceful mornings with coffee on the veranda, and countless ordinary moments that became the memories we cherish most. It shaped our family, our rhythm, and our way of life -- and it is now ready to offer the same experience to another family.
Building details and property interior
Year constructed
1985
Living area
1,605.97 ft²
Windows
PVC
Window Type
Casement, Sliding
Siding
Maibec, Stone
Roofing
Sheet metal, Wakefield Bridge
Washer/Dryer (installation)
Bathroom (RC)
Kitchen Cabinets
Laminate
Bathroom
Separate shower
Basement
Finished basement, 6 feet and more
Renovations
Roof covering (2013), Floor (2014), Bathroom (2013), Fenestration (2014), Kitchen (2012), Chimney (2024)
Lot and exterior features
Lot size
534' 9" X 354' 4" irr.
Lot area
4.30 ac
Topography
Flat, Sloped
View
Panoramic
Distinctive Features
No rear neighbours
Driveway
Unpaved, With outside socket
Parking (total)
Driveway (4)
Proximity
Park, Bicycle path, Elementary school, Alpine skiing, Cross-country skiing, Public transportation, Golf, Daycare centre, Hospital, Highway
Room details
Hall
Level:
1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions:
5'2" X 4'9"
Flooring:
Wood
Details:
Living room
Level:
1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions:
14'1" X 11'7"
Flooring:
Ceramic
Details:
Fireplace
Office
Level:
1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions:
7'8" X 9'2"
Flooring:
Wood
Details:
Kitchen
Level:
1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions:
7'10" X 15'1"
Flooring:
Ceramic
Details:
Island
Dining room
Level:
1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions:
12'11" X 16'1"
Flooring:
Wood
Details:
Patio door
Bathroom
Level:
1st level/Ground floor
Dimensions:
8'8" X 10'4"
Flooring:
Ceramic
Details:
Primary bedroom
Level:
2nd level
Dimensions:
12'2" X 15' irr.
Flooring:
Wood
Details:
Closet
Bathroom
Level:
2nd level
Dimensions:
13'1" X 8'2" irr.
Flooring:
Ceramic
Details:
Bedroom
Level:
2nd level
Dimensions:
14' X 11'4" irr.
Flooring:
Wood
Details:
Closet
Bedroom
Level:
2nd level
Dimensions:
13'1" X 12'2" irr.
Flooring:
Wood
Details:
Closet
Family room
Level:
Basement 1
Dimensions:
9'5" X 11'6"
Flooring:
Laminate floor
Details:
Office
Level:
Basement 1
Dimensions:
16'5" X 21'3"
Flooring:
Laminate floor
Details:
Storage
Level:
Basement 1
Dimensions:
8'6" X 11'7"
Flooring:
Concrete
Details:
Characteristics
Heating System
Electric baseboard units
Heating Energy
Electricity
Fireplace-Stove
Wood stove
Property or unit amenity
Outdoor storage space, Private yard, Wall-mounted heat pump
Water Supply
Artesian well
Sewage System
Disposal field, Septic tank
Financial details
Municipal assessment (2026)
- Lot assessment
- $ 178,600
- Building assessment
- $ 494,200
- Total
- $ 672,800
Taxes
- Municipal (2026)
- $ 4,431
- School (2026)
- $ 482
- Total
- $ 4,913
Inclusions and exclusions
Inclusions
Water heater, stove, refrigerator, upright freezer in the basement, shed, gazebo, firewood, electric dog fence covering 2 acres.
Exclusions
Generator
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