Ontario isn’t just famous for its beautiful lakes, scenic countryside, and lively cities; it’s quickly becoming a hotspot for celebrity homes.
From big-name Hollywood stars to Grammy-winning artists and top DJs, plenty of well-known faces are buying multi-million dollar houses here.
Whether it’s a peaceful lakeside spot in Muskoka, a huge estate near Toronto, or a stylish downtown penthouse, these places offer privacy, luxury, and that special Canadian charm perfect for work, family time, or just kicking back.
With breathtaking views and top-notch amenities, it’s easy to see why celebrities are choosing Ontario for both full-time living and exclusive retreats.
Here are nine famous people who’ve made Ontario their home away from home or their go-to escape.
Connor Mc David – Family cottage in Muskoka
Connor Mc David mostly spends his time in Edmonton but he and his wife Lauren Kyle also have a gorgeous lakeside cottage up in Muskoka.
Muskoka is one of Canada’s most sought-after cottage areas where waterfront homes usually sell for millions. The exact price they paid hasn’t been shared publicly though.
The couple has been seen enjoying summers there, and the place even hosted parts of their wedding celebration – making it more than just a getaway spot but part of their special memories together.
Cindy Crawford – Luxe home in Muskoka
The iconic American supermodel owns an impressive mansion out in Muskoka.
Hello! Magazine reports that Cindy Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber bought the seven-acre property back in 2008 and built their house there.
They usually spend their summers at this place since they live primarily in Malibu the rest of the year.
Steven Spielberg – A retreat in cottage country
The legendary filmmaker has long loved Ontario’s cottage country with its peaceful lakes and green surroundings.
Hello! says Spielberg owns a private retreat somewhere in Muskoka where he likes to relax whenever he can.
The calm vibe and natural beauty make it an ideal break from Hollywood life – no surprise that someone like him would pick this region to unwind.
Tom Hanks – A property in Muskoka
The two-time Oscar winner also has a place up north in Ontario’s Muskoka area.
Forbes shares that Hanks’ charming lakeside cottage gives him a quiet spot away from all the attention where he can enjoy Canada’s stunning nature firsthand.
Justin Bieber – A mansion overlooking Puslinch Lake
Bieber grew up nearby Stratford but now mostly lives in Los Angeles; still, he owns quite an impressive estate here too.
The Cambridge Chronicle says the pop star bought a massive 101-acre property near Cambridge with horse facilities plus a 9,000+ square foot mansion that looks out over Puslinch Lake.
Bieber paid $5 million for this spot which is about 65 km east from where he grew up.
Shawn Mendes – A condo downtown Toronto
Mendes was raised around Pickering but now owns a downtown Toronto pad as well.
The Cambridge Chronicle notes that Shawn picked up a three-bedroom penthouse with two bathrooms measuring 1,144 square feet back in July 2017 for $1.75 million.
This place comes with an amazing 750 square feet terrace outside that offers killer city views including the CN Tower-perfect if you want an urban hideaway.
Drake – Mansion on Bridle Path
Toronto rapper Drake famously owns an enormous mansion over on Bridle Path.
The Cambridge Chronicle reported the land had an old bungalow when bought by a numbered company from Halifax for $6.7 million back in September 2015. That company lists Drake’s DJ buddy Adel Nur (aka Future The Prince) as president.
‘The Embassy’ is worth roughly $100 million today.
A 2020 Architectural Digest interview revealed Drake hired architect Ferris Rafauli to design this mega-mansion.
This massive house spans around 50,000 square feet-including its very own full basketball court inside!
Deadmau5 – House near Milton
The well-known DJ Deadmau5 recently picked up a $5 million mansion down Campbellville way near Milton.
According to the Cambridge Chronicle he moved there from his older $2.5 million Toronto home so he could build his own self-contained music studio setup.
Elton John – Futuristic penthouse on King Street
Singer-songwriter Elton John has had ties to Ontario for years since his husband David Furnish is originally from Toronto.
There were rumors about properties owned by him around Caledon and Stouffville before.
But only recently-in 2023-it came out that Elton John purchased a penthouse at the upcoming futuristic King Toronto development on King Street downtown.
These celebs are just some examples showing how Ontario continues attracting stars who want natural beauty alongside vibrant city life plus private spaces-they’ll likely keep choosing this province when hunting luxury homes or quiet escapes going forward.
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