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Henry Island
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Henry Island $6,990,000
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Henry Island
Port Hood, Nova Scotia B0E2W0

MLS® Number: 202421737
4
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1695
Square Feet

Listing Description

Embrace the dream of your own private island. Discover the rare beauty of Henry Island, a 220-acre jewel in Cape Breton, where an iconic working lighthouse illuminates endless possibilities for your coastal haven. Situated in the Gulf of St. Lawrence and accessible only by boat or helicopter, a tradition of relaxation and reflection awaits you amidst the nature on the island. The unique topography of this teardrop-shaped island allows for a vast number of development opportunities and is currently home to a beautiful 100-year-old 53-foot-high lighthouse and lighthouse keeper's home. The present owners took on the mission to restore the property to its condition when it was originally built in 1902 as an ode to the beauty of its history. The home has a spacious kitchen providing the perfect gathering space for cooking, eating and conversation. An antique lighthouse keeper's wood cookstove remains as further homage to its history. The bedrooms offer views of the star-studded Cape Breton sky at night and let in plenty of sun during the day. The lighthouse is the focal point of the island, offering panoramic views of the ocean from atop it in the lantern room. It truly comes alive at dusk, illuminating the area. The island offers adventure like no other with its western side covered in trees to explore and 100-foot cliffs while its eastern side offers mile-long beaches perfect for swimming, kayaking and fishing from. In a book about the property Bill Baker wrote, "why is an island with a lighthouse upon it such a magical place? Perhaps it is because it is a safe haven - something fathomable and friendly, far from the uncertainty of modern life; a place where one can feel in control of one's surroundings in a chaotic and complex world" - but you will have to visit the island yourself to truly discover its magic. (229809050)

Location Description

By chartered boat from Little Judique Harbour or helicopter

Property Summary

Property Type
Single Family
Building Type
House
Storeys
2
Square Footage
1695 sqft
Community Name
Port Hood
Title
Freehold
Land Size
222.0413 ac
Built in
1902
Parking Type
None
Time on REALTOR.ca
104 days

Building

Bedrooms
Above Grade
4
Bathrooms
Total
1
Partial
0
Interior Features
Appliances Included
Stove
Flooring
Hardwood
Basement Type
Crawl space
Building Features
Features
Treed
Foundation Type
Stone
Style
Detached
Rental Equipment
Furnace
Structures
Shed
Utilities
Utility Sewer
Septic System
Water
Unknown
Exterior Features
Exterior Finish
Other
Neighbourhood Features
Amenities Nearby
Golf Course, Place of Worship, Beach
Parking
Parking Type
None
Accessibility Features
Kitchen and Appliances
5ft min Kitchen Turning Radius
Bathroom Amenities
5ft min Bathroom Turning Radius

Measurements

Square Footage
1695 sqft
Source: Listing Brokerage
Total Finished Area
1695 sqft

Rooms

MetricImperial
Main level
Living room
Kitchen
Bath (# pieces 1-6)
Den
Second level
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Storage

Land

Lot Features
View
Ocean view
Waterfront Features
Waterfront
Waterfront on ocean
Data provided by: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® 112 - 68 Highfield Park Drive, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B3A 0E4

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