Lake Utopia house on the market for almost $10 million

Luxury real estate in New Brunswick can be modest compared to Canada's major cities.

But not this one.A rare listing on Lake Utopia is up for sale for a whopping $9.65million.

Utopiais a community for people looking to bask in lush landscape and waterfront views.

It's a modest community of cottages except one neighbour.

Standing out from the trees is the 11,000 square foothome of Lorne Abony, aCanadian tech mogul who built New Brunswick's most expensive real estate listing.

Why here? Besides the spectacular views, the Toronto venture capitalist met a woman from Charlotte county.

About eightyears ago they decided to develop the property so their two childrencould be closer to their New Brunswickfamily.

The retreat features 10 bedrooms, 11bathrooms, three tennis courts (one indoor), anindoor basketball court, a go-kart track and three private beaches.

Abony's property manager, Ryan MacDonald, says thecost averages out to about$50,000 an acre in this area, a steep price.

"I think it will be a tough sell, without a doubt," says MacDonald."But if the right person is looking for a place that's quiet and peaceful and private, you couldn't ask for a better spot."

The Lake Utopia property was the Abony family's retreat.He has several other properties and condos in the US, but this one features his business wall of fame,his wife's artwork and a playroom of any kid's dreams.

It's a way of lifeeven the property manager couldget used to.

"I knowin the last few years they had a blast when they were here," said MacDonald. "I always have a good time while they're here, and it's a blast to work here soI hope that maybe I get sold with it!"

The property has been on the market for just over a year.

It's expected sell to a buyer from outside of New Brunswick, someone looking for his or her own private utopia.