Cape Breton Estates: Land of the Golden Arms

Glorious views of the Bras d'Or Lake from a mountain's height, across Baddeck Bay and beyond to the Northeast, and then to Orangedale and the Whycocomagh Bay to the Southeast. Open meadows dotted with evergreens, an old growth hardwood forest and a separate large stand of firs reach to the peak and over the other side to the West on this large parcel. Whether developed for a number of houses or just one single family retreat, being only 15 minutes from Baddeck makes this an extremely attractive location and a permanently private preserve. Power and phone lines available on this 170 acre property

GREAT BRAS D'OR CHANNEL: Executive Home - Sydney Commute

Overlooking the shipping channel into the Bras d'Or, the Seal Island suspension bridge and Kelly Mountain in the background, this attractively designed and custom-built 2 level executive home combines comfort with utility, space with beauty. The vaulted ceiling in the living room uses wood and a central fireplace to great advantage, while the lower floor provides a range of rooms including large family room, office, sauna, and cold room. The attached finished and heated garage adds another dimension to convenience, and a greenhouse outside for the gardener. Close to North Sydney yet rural

A substantial acreage farm, on the water at Point Edward, looking directly across at North Sydney and out to the Atlantic. The predominant part of the farm is a gently sloping open meadow, rising to woods, and with magnificent views towards the Atlantic at the top. 4 outbuildings, including 2 large barns, a smaller horse barn and a garage. An additional small piece of land on the water in front is a little over an acre and provides ocean access. An excellent farming or development prospect, about 15 minutes from either Sydney or North Sydney

75 acres on Cheticamp Island reaching from bay to wild meadows above a rocky coast, this property has never been listed before, and is only briefly available. Well kept hay fields surround a refurbished farm house, garage and old school building off the little traveled road, facing the town across the bay. Completely undeveloped, the opposite coast is a dramatic counterpoint for the bay side, while the Highlands behind the town and up the coast provide a panorama of ever changing colors. Excellent water, nearby beaches, and total privacy

Make no mistake, this is some of the most expensive rural land in Cape Breton. For that reason it is imperative that one looks over the photos and maps of this parcel of land at the end of the road, and backed by Cape Smokey and Crown land. The rushing mountain brook, cascading into a large pool below the obvious location for a forest cabin, and overlooking the bay towards the Keltic Lodge, combines to create an image only an artist could properly render. Privacy always and a view everlasting

A beautiful 442 acre island, connected by private bridge to the Johnstown area of route 4 above St Peters, permanent privacy and seclusion is the hallmark. Power and telephone nearby, the inlets and rolling landscape with 8 miles of waterfront suggest a multitude of building sites, on sandy beaches, on knolls amongst the mature forest, or overlooking protected anchorages. Two drilled wells have proven potable water in good supply. A gravel road crosses the island past forested inlets and sandy beaches. As a private estate or a secluded community, Evans Island is unique on the Bras d'Or

Built just after the reign of Victoria, during the first years of Edward VII, this lovely building is an archetype of the height of the Victorian period, filled with many of the characteristic ornamental elements - turned posts, spindles, Adams' style ceilings incorporating brass work with plaster and a surrounding veranda - all done by English craftsmen in English oak. The secret garden lends further period character to this stately home in North Sydney. The three floors provide a wide diversity of rooms and finishes, with over 4,000 square feet of living space

On the edge of the Highlands National Park, overlooking the wide river estuary boundary, the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and the soaring heights above, a delightful Linwood western cedar home overlooks it all. A large galleried front room combines both gourmet kitchen with open living space and fireplace, providing views never to become commonplace. The surrounding landscaped area and fir forest complete the image of tranquil seclusion. Fly fishing the rivers, kayaking, swimming on the nearby beach, and near the charming Acadian town of Cheticamp, this property is blue-ribbon

A charming two bedroom house on a large lot overlooking Arichat Harbour, this offering has excellent potential for splitting the property and selling the adjoining parcel. Fully equipped kitchen inculding microwave plus washer and dryer. Shopping and schools are nearby. Priced to sell, this is an attractive opportunity for a young couple acquiring their first home or for someone wanting a seasonal residence

$10,000 REBATE!

Set on the edge of the road in picturesque Long Point, this offering is now 11.59 acres, crossing the Trans Canada Trail, with about 400 feet of waterfront on the Gulf of St. Lawrence. An old house that has been upgraded with both an oil fired hot water baseboard heat and an outdoor Wood Doctor provides comfort in the winter and cross breezes in the summer from the sea. The mainly level land has a track and ROW across the Trail to the edge of the Gulf, and might suggest cottages and a B&B, or a holiday family home. The shorefront is rocky but with some sand, and the water swim-able

8 Acres added with 400' Oceanfront

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