5256 Shale Beach Drive

Gorham, NY
$ 1,750,000 Beds 4 Baths 1 Sq 1,445
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EVER DREAM OF HAVING YOUR OWN SLICE OF HEAVEN ON CANANDAIGUA LAKE? This is an extraordinary and rare opportunity to own over 130 feet of level shale beach on one of the Finger Lakes’ most beautiful shorelines. With gas, electric, public water and sewer, this property offers a truly special combination of lakefront charm, convenience and future possibilities. A Storybook Summer home on an exclusive lane filled with the charm of yesteryear. This wonderful lake retreat welcomes you with beautiful hardwood flooring, inviting porches & an abundance of spaces designed for enjoying lake life with family & friends. The country kitchen opens to a side patio, while the expansive front porch is the perfect place to gather, relax & listen to the hypnotic sound of the waves. The living room features a wood-burning fireplace with a wood stove, extending the seasons and making this an inviting retreat well beyond the summer months. With four bedrooms plus a large sleeping porch, there is room for family & plenty of guests to stay & make memories. Built-ins, abundant storage and the option for a turn-key purchase make this property ready to enjoy. And the views and outdoor spaces are simply magical, with multiple porches, patios & docks providing endless places to take in the breathtaking lake & Bristol Hill views. Step right into the crystal-clear waters, swim from the dock, days on the lake or simply sit back and watch the sunsets transform the sky. The landscape and setting have an unmistakable Adirondack feel, creating that rare sense of being away from it all while still being just minutes from shopping & restaurants in Canandaigua & a short drive to Naples. Situated on a private drive, Shale Beach Drive offers a peaceful setting & wonderful morning walks along the lake. The approximately 131’ x 290’ lot extends all the way to County Road 11 and offers exciting possibilities for future expansion. One of the best full service lots on the East side of Canandaigua Lake. A truly rare Canandaigua Lake offering where the lake, beach, views, charm and location come together to create the perfect summer retreat! DELAYED NEGOTIATIONS UNTIL 9/30/26 AT 12:00

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  • Price
  • $ 1,750,000
  • City
  • Gorham
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 1
  • County
  • ONTARIO
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Gorham
  • Lot Size
  • 0.7521 Acres
  • Zip
  • 14544
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,445
  • Year Built
  • 1925
  • Taxes
  • $ 15780
  • Style
  • Cottage
  • MLS#
  • R1716050
Listed By: Debranne Jacob with Howard Hanna;
Data Source: Greater Rochester AOR (GRAR)

Features

General

Sewer Connected
Heating Wood
Cooling WindowUnits
Utilities CableAvailable,ElectricityConnected,HighSpeedInternetAvailable,SewerConnected,WaterConnected
Possession CloseOfEscrow
Roof Metal
Appliances Dishwasher,ElectricOven,ElectricRange,GasWaterHeater,Refrigerator
Garage Spaces 0.0
Patio/Porch Features Covered,Patio,Porch,Screened
Architectural Style Cottage
Construction Materials WoodSiding
School District Marcus Whitman
Year Built 1925
Electric CircuitBreakers
Stories Count 2
Township Not Applicable
Levels Two
Property Subtype SingleFamilyResidence
Waterfront Features BeachAccess,BoatRampLiftAccess,DockAccess,Lake
Community Features TrailsPaths
County Ontario
Property Type Residential
Garage Y/N No
Other Structures PoultryCoop,Sheds,Storage
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 1
Status Active
City Gorham
Body of Water Canandaigua Lake
Senior Community Y/N No
High School District Marcus Whitman
MLS Area Gorham-323289
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 32760.0
Year Built Details Existing
Tax Annual Amount 15780.0
Property Condition Resale
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District Marcus Whitman
Elementary School District Marcus Whitman
Tax Assessed Value 795500
TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount 0.0
Tax Lot 7

Interior Features

Interior Amenities CeilingFans,SeparateFormalDiningRoom,EntranceFoyer,CountryKitchen,LivingDiningRoom,NaturalWoodwork,ConvertibleBedroom
Basement None
Flooring Hardwood,Varies
Total Fireplaces 2
Total Stories 2
Basement (Y/N) No
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Window Features StormWindows,WoodFrames
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Total Bedrooms 4
Total Baths 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities GravelDriveway,Porch,Patio,PrivateYard,SeeRemarks
Parking Features NoGarage
Lot Features AdjacentToPublicLand,Rectangular,RectangularLot,Wooded
Water Source Connected,Public
Lot Size Area 0.7521
Foundation Details PillarPostPier
Building Area Total 1445.0
Lot Dimensions 130X252
Lot Size Acres 0.7521
Frontage Length 130
Waterfront Y/N Yes

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Rochester, NY office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

9/22/2026 Listed $1,750,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 14544

Price
AVG $710K
$1.75M
Taxes
AVG $8,123
$15,780
Year Built
AVG 1942
1925
Visits
AVG 143
3
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5256 Shale Beach Drive Gorham, NY is a Single Family Home for sale at $1750000 with 1445 sqft and a lot size of 0.7521 Acres Acre(s). 5256 Shale Beach Drive Gorham has 4 bedrooms, 1 baths and was built in 1925. The property's zip code is 14544 which is in Gorham, NY

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