Detailed Property Information: Seascape Coastal Retreat
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| Price: |
$1,500,000 |
| Category: |
Commercial/Residential |
| MLS#: |
85130763 |
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| Address: |
36083 Cabot Trail |
| City: |
Ingonish, Victoria County, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada |
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Details of Main
Bldg. & Residence |
Com. - Res. |
Square Footage |
Dimensions |
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Commercial Area |
1872 |
28' X 46' |
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Owner Living Area |
672 |
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| Details of Cabins: |
10 Cabins |
Square Footage |
Dimensions |
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Guest Cabins |
440 |
22' X 20' |
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| Total Sq. Footage: |
6944 (main building plus 10 cabins) |
| Lot Size: |
2.85 acres |
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| Possession: |
NEGOTIABLE |
| Overview: |
Situated on the Cabot Trail in Ingonish, Nova Scotia -
at the heart of the Cape Breton Highlands
Seascape Coastal Retreat occupies its own promontory in Ingonish North Bay and as such, benefits from the best Ingonish has to offer - beautiful vistas of mountains, sea and rocky headlands.
As Summer brings back the sand swept away by winter storms to the beach, puffy clouds once again sail above the waters surrounding Keltic Lodge peninsula and Ingonish Island. Cape Smokey beyond is the dramatic background for most seaward views. It would be hard to conceive of a more ideal location for this resort property with its 10 cabins, restaurant and spectacular gardens.
The Restaurant, ably managed by the Chef-owner, provides a local gourmet opportunity, enhanced by the fine wines in their cellar, and attentively served by well trained staff. Fresh local seafood is a consistent menu item as are freshly picked vegetables from the property's gardens.
The main building, which currently is both the restautant and the owner's residence, could easily be converted to a spectacular seaside home. A couple or family could carry on with just the cottage side of this successful tourist business on a seasonal basis, leaving the balance of the year for other endeavors.
The ten cottages have a varied but equally lovely and private view of sea and mountains, and are comfortably appointed to provide the vacationer with the best in a relaxing environment. Each cottage is air-conditioned and has a fireplace, a whirlpool bathtub and its own private patio. All cottages have one bedroom, living room with small kitchen area (sink, microwave, fridge, coffee maker, utensils etc), whirlpool bathtub, and 4 piece bath. Bedrooms have a queen size bed and high quality solid wood furniture. All are equipped with housekeeping facilities, a pullout double sofa bed in the living room, satellite TV & VCR, telephone, hair dryer and bath robes.
The large picture window in the living room provides each cottage with a fabulous ocean view. A short walk takes guests to a gently sloping pathway that leads down to the quiet sandy beach below.
More information is available at the Seascape Coastal Resort web site.
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| Comments: |
Only four years old, this property suggests a number of possible approaches for a new owner. While little would improve on the existing structures, and the garden shows a loving care rare in this northern clime, the changing face and demography of Ingonish suggests that a much longer season will be the rule, as the town also becomes a winter destination for distinguishing visitors, including skiers. The restaurant could capture the attention of more luncheon as well as dining customers, and become a popular local meeting place with an extended season.
Expansion of the restaurant towards the beach, enhancing the deck serving area, and perhaps adding to the number of cabins suggests a broader earnings base.
The location is uniquely attractive, and the opportunity for innovative expansion of both season and facilities beckons to the seasoned hospitality owner/manager/investor. |
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The large undeveloped lot (1.4 acres) adjacent to this property is also offered for sale. A prospective buyer of this business might wish to consider it as an area to either add additional cottages or as an oceanfront location for the owner's residence: View DETAIL PAGE FOR LISTING OF ADJACENT LOT. |
| Directions: |
Please call agent for appointment - Tom Childs @ 866-325-1001 |
| Area Links: |
 Ski Cape Smokey-
It's among the region's best hills, with a variety of runs from beginners, to double diamond glade runs, and is rich in breathtaking vistas.
- The Highland Links Golf Course
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Considered by many to be the number one golf course in Canada (and recently voted as such in major golf magazines) with a 5 star rating. Ranked 57th in the world. Viewing the terrain of the course gives a good sense of the geography of the area.
- Cape Breton Highlands National Park of Canada
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Government of Canada web site. Details nearby Highlands which cover 950 square kilometers,
about 20% of northern Cape Breton. It is the largest protected
wilderness area in Nova Scotia and is an outstanding Canadian landscape.
- Cape Breton Highlands
- More info about this incredible park.
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| Area Info: |
HIKING & NATURE WALKS: Something for everyone, from a rugged and challenging wilderness hike, to a gentle walk along a picturesque river bank or a secluded sandy beach. Whales and seals can often be seen playing in coastal waters. Eagles and seabirds hunt for food where the sand and sea meet. In the forests, there are moose, deer and smaller woodland creatures. Early in the season, you might even spot a LADY SLIPPER.
KAYAKING: Beautiful bays filled with small islands and inland lakes provide a wonderful environment for this water sport. There are safe spots and challenging waters so both the beginner and the expert can enjoy this activity.
BEACHES: There are many unspoiled beaches nearby from Ingonish Beach itself to Cabot's Landing to the North and Wreck Cove to the South.
GOLF: The Highlands Links golf course, just 10 minutes away, has recently been voted the top course in Canada. With its breathtaking ocean and woodland scenery and challenging track, it is a major drawing card of the area.
WHALE WATCHING: Two and a half hour tours usually provide regular sightings of Minke, Pilot, Fin and sometimes Humpback Whales. Also seen often are seals, turtles and many varieties of seabirds. The whale watching tours leave from Ingonish South Harbour.
Tennis, fishing, and sightseeing tours are all available close by.
Photo slideshows with large photographs of area scenery:
More photos are interspersed throughout the "Tours with Tom" slideshows located on the ABOUT CAPE BRETON page. You can find them by reading the list of locales attributed in each slide show. |
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| Type: |
Business and Residential |
| Style: |
Cabins with Restaurant/Residence |
| Title to Land: |
Freehold |
| Property Size: |
2.85 Acres |
| Land Features: |
Atlantic Ocean coastline, beaches, some landscaped, most cleared, garden area, elevated above sea, level |
| Access: |
Highway Access (Cabot Trail) |
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| Heating: |
Oil-fired hot water, Electric, Propane Fireplaces, electric with heat pump and central air conditioning in the main building.
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| Garage Type: |
None |
| Water: |
Drilled deep well |
| Sewer: |
Septic (system is capable of accommodating additional cabins) |
| Services: |
Electricity, Telephone, Satellite |
| Rental Equipm.: |
None |
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| Exterior: |
Concrete Clapboard Siding |
| Driveway: |
Gravel |
| Foundation: |
Concrete (all structures) |
| Features: |
Veranda, decks, picture windows, open plan, hot tub, whirlpool baths, wood stoves |
| Roof: |
Asphalt Shingle |
| Flooring: |
Cushion/Tile/Lino/Wood/Carpet |
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| Inclusions: |
A list will be supplied during negotiations for this turnkey business |
| Exclusions: |
Personal effects - list supplied as stated above. |
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| Bedrooms: |
12 |
| Bathrooms: |
13 |
| Bus. Income: |
Yes |
| Building Age: |
5 |
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| Garage: |
No |
| Gar. Details: |
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| Water Access: |
Yes |
| Water: |
Yes |
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Sign: |
No |
Lockbox: |
No |
PCDS: |
Yes |
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| MAIN BUILDING WITH RESTAURANT AND RESIDENCE |
| Restaurant Level |
Room |
Measurements |
| MAIN FLOOR |
KITCHEN |
14' X 18' |
| MAIN FLOOR |
DINING ROOM |
21' X 27' |
| MAIN FLOOR |
RECEPTION |
16' X 7' |
| MAIN FLOOR |
BATHROOM (2-piece) |
8' X 4' |
| MAIN FLOOR |
BATHROOM (2-piece) |
8' X 4' |
| MAIN FLOOR |
OFFICE |
7' 6" X 5' 6" |
| Residence |
Room |
Measurements |
| LOWER FLOOR |
KITCHEN |
13' 3" X 6' |
| LOWER FLOOR |
LIVING ROOM |
13' 3" X 17' 5" |
| LOWER FLOOR |
MASTER BEDROOM
(includes 7' 6" closet) |
13' 3" X 17' 5" |
| LOWER FLOOR |
GUEST BEDROOM
(includes 5' 6" closet) |
13' 3" X 11' 2" |
| LOWER FLOOR |
BATHROOM (4-piece)
(with 6' jet tub) |
7' X 8' 5" |
| LOWER FLOOR |
STORAGE ROOM |
13' 3" X 19' |
| •••Floor Plan pending••• |
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| Guest Cabins (10) |
Room |
Measurements |
| MAIN FLOOR |
LIVINGROOM |
14' X 13' |
| MAIN FLOOR |
BEDROOM |
11' X 11' 10" |
| MAIN FLOOR |
BATHROOM (4-piece)
(includes whirlpool tub) |
5' X 8' |
| MAIN FLOOR |
DECK |
11' X 10' |
| •••View Floor Plan••• |
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| ASSESSMENT AND TAXATION INFORMATION |
| Assessment: |
$411,800 (2006) |
| Taxes: |
$9,000 (2006) |
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| Listing Office: |
Compliments of Tom Childs
Tradewinds Realty Inc.
Call any time @ 1-866-325-1001 |
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