Details: Preferred Bras d'Or Waterfront (Home & 38 Acres)
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| Price: |
$100,000 |
| Category: |
Residential |
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| MLS #: |
50107580+50303031 |
| Tradewinds Property #: |
0-3777 |
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| Address: |
10843 Trans Canada Highway (105) |
| City: |
ABERDEEN (Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada) |
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| Lot Size: |
38 ACRES |
| Sq. Footage (MLA): |
1827 |
| Total Fin Sq. Ft.(TLA): |
1827 |
| Sq. Footage Barn: |
352 + loft of 176 = 528 |
| Sq. Footage Wood Shed: |
320 |
| House
Dimensions: |
45' X 25' |
| Barn Dimensions: |
16' X 22' |
| Shed Dimensions: |
16' X 20' (former garage) (in rough shape) |
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| Possession: |
NEGOTIABLE (property is migrated) |
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| Overview: |
Located in one of the most attractive areas of Aberdeen, on the Bras d'Or, the property is situated between Baddeck and Whycocomagh, and about 35 minutes from Port Hawkesbury. The land rises from the highway, and has a strip with trees and a miniature beach on the water side of the road. The very old house needs serious attention but is presently occupied by a lessee, who looks after the grounds. Were one to build slightly higher, the unobstructed view over the lake would be lovely, while the mature firs along the road would cut traffic noise. Convenient, private, and a beautiful setting.
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| Comments: |
The Aberdeen ridge and waterfront area is amongst the most attractive Bras d'Or Lake locations. The domestic water sources are recognized as some of the best in Cape Breton - little or no metals or contaminants and the water is very soft in significant quantities.
The steepness of the hillside above precludes the possibility of development in the future, thereby guaranteeing privacy from above forever. The substantial firs in front, on the road, are a natural sound barrier and further privacy factor. The half acre on the water is totally undeveloped and overgrown but represents a real possibility for a boat house or cabin or both with a pumpable septic system. Imagination with this property can produce an extremely attractive and valuable real estate holding.
The majority of the property is wooded - mostly hardwoods. The colors in the Fall compare with any other location worldwide for beauty. Locating a new building above the present structure would provide a wide angled view of the lake and the distant shore. Application to the DNR for permission to build a dock or wharf is likely to be approved. Water sports on the lake can be as broadly based as one would choose from sailing to jet skiing to kayaking to canoeing and sport fishing. Ice fishing is popular during the winter months on the Bras d'Or so activities are year-round.
Shopping is conveniently close by in both Whycocomagh and Baddeck along with a yacht club, golf course, restaurants and outstanding provincial parks. |
| Directions: |
Trans Canada Highway - Aberdeen - sign posted
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| Area Links: |
 Bell Bay Golf Club (20 minute drive) -
Named after Baddeck's most famous past resident, Alexander Graham Bell, the Bell Bay Golf Club is a highly rated course.
- Wildlife on the Cabot Trail (30 minute drive)
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Provides an overview of the wildlife commonly seen on the Cabot Trail and the Aberdeen area. Moose are often spotted along the road.
- Explore the Bras d'Or
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Offers a nice summary and photos of Cape Breton's inland sea from a local organization dedicated to preserving its unique qualities.
- Whycocomagh Provincial Park
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A "Parks Canada" site - this page covers the attractions of the park and offers a few photos. Open from mid-June until mid October the park has picnic areas, lake access, a boat launch, and a 2.4 km (1.5 mi.) hiking trail.
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| Type: |
Single Family |
| Style: |
1 1/2 Storey (actually it is 1 2/3 storey) |
| Title to Land: |
Freehold |
| Property Size: |
38 Acres |
| Land Features: |
Sloping, Steep rise in rear of property to a ridge, Wooded/Treed, Partially Landscaped, Bras d'Or Lake View, Waterfront across road - approx. .5 acre, Small gravel beach. |
| Access: |
Boat access, Year-round access via highway, gravel drive |
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| Heating: |
Two wood stoves, oil fired forced air (furnace in utility room on main floor; oil tank outside) |
| Garage Type: |
Outbuildings |
| Water: |
Spring fed crock |
| Sewer: |
Septic |
| Services: |
Electricity, Telephone, Satellite TV |
| Rental Equipm.: |
none |
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| Exterior: |
Wood Shingles |
| Driveway: |
Gravel |
| Foundation: |
Rock and concrete (small basement accessible via kitchen) |
| Features: |
Wood stoves, porches (covered and uncovered) |
| Roof: |
Asphalt Shingle |
| Flooring: |
wood, carpet, lino |
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| Inclusions: |
Appliances, wood stoves |
| Exclusions: |
Personal effects and furniture |
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| Bedrooms: |
3 (large play room upstairs could be bedroom 4) |
| Bathrooms: |
2 |
| Building Age: |
150+ |
| Garage: |
Outbuilding (wood shed was formerly a garage) |
| Water Access: |
YES |
| Water: |
LAKE (Bras d'Or) |
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| Sign: |
YES |
HST: |
NO |
| Lockbox: |
NO |
PCDS: |
NO - "as is where is" |
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| Improvements: |
- new flue for kitchen wood stove 2007
- main floor bath refurbished 2007
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| Floor |
Room |
Size |
| MAIN FLOOR |
PORCH (outside) |
12' X14' plus a 4' X 23' walkway |
| MAIN FLOOR |
OFFICE / DEN |
12' 6" X 12' |
| MAIN FLOOR |
UTILITY RM (laundry/furnace) |
unavailable |
| MAIN FLOOR |
BATHROOM |
4 PIECES |
| MAIN FLOOR |
LIVING ROOM |
16' X 16' |
| MAIN FLOOR |
KITCHEN (open) |
29' X 11' |
| MAIN FLOOR |
DINING ROOM (open plan) |
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Room |
Size |
| SECOND FLOOR |
MASTER BEDROOM |
13' X 12' |
| SECOND FLOOR |
BEDROOM |
8' 7" X 11' |
| SECOND FLOOR |
BEDROOM |
10' 6" X 10' |
| SECOND FLOOR |
FAMILY/ PLAY ROOM |
15' X 12' |
| SECOND FLOOR |
BATH |
3-PIECES (small) |
| SECOND FLOOR |
UPPER DECK (needs repair) |
unsafe to measure |
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Room |
Size |
| LOWER LEVEL |
BASEMENT VIA TRAP DOOR |
SMALL |
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| Assessment: |
$92,100 (2007) |
Taxes: |
$1500 (2007) |
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| Listing Office: |
Compliments of Tom Childs
Call any time @ 1-866-325-1001
Tradewinds Realty Inc. |
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