Exceptional privacy, thoughtful design, and trailside living on 0.71 acres. Welcome to 23 Forest Drive. Tucked at the western edge of Collingwood, this beautifully landscaped and fully fenced 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home backs directly onto the Georgian Trail, offering four-season access to 34km of biking, skiing, and walking between Collingwood and Meaford. The main level features a dramatic great room with vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, and large windows overlooking the resort-style backyard. The open-concept kitchen includes quartz countertops, a custom Carpenters workbench island, and flows seamlessly to the dining area, outdoor spaces, and a cozy family room ideal for movie nights. Flooring includes maple hardwood, luxury vinyl plank, and tile. The main floor primary suite is thoughtfully separated and features a gas fireplace and a newly renovated (2023) spa-like ensuite with Dekton quartz waterfall countertops, Jacuzzi tub, and a second gas fireplace. Upstairs, offers space for a loft office while an expansive bedroom/studio above the garage adds versatility. The backyard is a true oasis with cascading water feature, hot tub, immaculate perennial gardens, horseshoe pits, and landscape lighting that creates evening ambiance. An upper Duradek deck with Invisirail offers mountain views and shelters a lower sitting area. Additional highlights: steel roof, main floor laundry, and easy access to private ski clubs, golf, and Thornburys shops and restaurants. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy refined living in one of Collingwoods most coveted, private pockets with access to nature, privacy, and the best of the Southern Georgian Bay lifestyle. (id:2493)