Cape Breton Estates: Land of the Golden Arms

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Having searched up and down the Atlantic coast, the vendors found their ideal ocean frontage amongst the evergreens on the southern facing side of a secluded peninsula. Gorgeous sunsets, a coast that never freezes and charming rural landscapes and villages are additional positive features. Road noises are absent, leaving only the relaxing surf sounds of the ocean rollers coming directly into the foreshore, together with the wind amongst the trees. With over 11 acres, one has a choice of ideal building sites elevated well above the ocean for views out to sea and down the coast. The large size of the lot, its distance from anything of an intrusive nature and the configuration of the coast at this location ensures a totally private and secure place. The Village of Sherbrooke, a large sand beach, as well as trout and salmon rivers for fishing are all within a 15 minute drive. Halifax airport is an easy 1.5 to 2 hour drive.

This large lot is part of a new development area on a peninsula where all the lots are large at around 10 acres or so. The large size of this lot, its shape, its position on the peninsula and the character of the surrounding area with its sparse population all contribute to its high degree of privacy. There are a number of possible home sites that take advantage of the beautiful elevated ocean views. The land is mostly well drained and the area is known to have easily obtainable, potable water. A positive perk test for a conventional septic system has been done on this lot. An old, very small graveyard (20' X 20') exists near one of the property boundary lines. It was known as Cherry Hill Cemetery. Some building remnants, mainly footings just visible above ground, remain nearby. The small area is not in a location that would interfere with a home site or the drive to it.

The development is called ART'insula and is made up of 20 large private lots and is an international community comprised of Europeans, Canadians and Americans.

Holland Harbour is an ideal kayaking area. With Reed's Island off the shore of Lot 12, Holland Harbour offers a calm water paddle. Local wildlife observation includes Loons, Eagles, Deer, Seals, and Whales.

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The fishing in and around the immediate area as well as the general area is excellent and offers both salt and fresh water opportunities, particularly salmon rivers. There is a sand and pebble beach within walking distance of the property and there is a beautiful all sand beach within a ten minute drive. The Village of Sherbrooke is totally charming as can be seen be in the "Area Photos" slide show above.

• 5 minute drive to Port Hilford sand beach
• 15 minute drive to Sherbrooke Village
• 40 minute drive to Antigonish
• 2 hour drive to the Halifax Airport

Sherbrooke Historic Village

Sherbrooke Village reflects Nova Scotia as it was during its industrial boom in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Very thorough coverage of the village on this site.

Fly Fishing Shop on St. Mary’s River

River Magic is a fly fishing shop on Nova Scotia's St. Mary's River, a world-renowned Atlantic salmon stream in Atlantic Canada. Specialties are quality products, services, and art for the fly fisher, fly tier, or collector, inspired by Nova Scotia's rich angling tradition.

St. Mary's

Loads of information about recreational opportunities in the Municipality of the District of St. Mary's.

Antigonish

About the town, Services, Government, Doing Business and Community Groups - the town of Antigonish.

St. Francis Xavier University

Photo Galleries of the University in the town of Antigonish: "Whether it's the beauty of the StFX campus, student life, or the excitement of an on-campus event, take a moment to view some of our favourite photos. As the saying goes 'a picture is worth a thousand words'."