Ennisclare on the Lake Condos2175 and 2185 Marine Drive, Oakville, ON

Ennisclare on the Lake at a Glance. Ennisclare on the Lake Condos is a 17-storey building at 2175 and 2185 Marine Drive in Oakville's Bronte neighbourhood. It was finished in 1977 and has 256 suites. Suites run from about 1,326 to 2,210 square feet, which is large for a condo. Many buyers come here from a house and want to keep that sense of space.

Steps from the Lake. The building sits on the north side of Marine Drive, across the street from Lake Ontario. You can walk to Bronte Harbour, Bronte Heritage Park and the shops and cafés of Bronte Village. For commuters, Bronte GO is a short drive, and the QEW makes trips to Toronto or Hamilton easy.

Amenities You Will Use. The amenity list is long. There is an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a sauna. You can play squash or tennis without leaving home. There is also a billiards room, an indoor golf practice area and a library. Hobbyists will like the woodworking shop, which few condos offer.

What to Check Before You Buy. Big suites in an older building often mean higher monthly fees. Ask for the status certificate and read the reserve fund study. Look at what has been updated recently, such as windows, elevators and the roof. Suite layouts and finishes vary a lot from unit to unit, so compare a few before you decide.

Ennisclare II Next Door. Ennisclare II On The Lake stands across the street on the lake side, at 2170 and 2180 Marine Drive. It came later, in 1983, and is a separate condo corporation with its own fees and rules. The two share a name and the same corner of Bronte, so it is worth touring both. The Lighthouse is another lakeside choice a short walk away. You can see every other option on the Bronte condos for sale page.

Following the Market. Large lakefront suites like these come up for sale less often than smaller condos. The Bronte condo market report tracks recent sales and prices, and it updates every month.