1271 Brophy Road

Description

For more information, please click the "More Information" button. Exceptional rural homestead where privacy, sustainability, and natural beauty come together. Set on 115 acres of rolling woodland just 25 minutes from Antigonish, this one-of-a-kind property has been thoughtfully developed with a commitment to stewardship, self-sufficiency, and harmony with the land. Located only 3 km from Lakevale Beach on the warm waters of St. George's Bay, you'll enjoy peaceful country living while remaining close to Antigonish, St. Francis Xavier University, and the regional hospital. Approximately 110 acres of mixed, uneven-aged forest surround 5 acres of cleared fields and gardens, creating an ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts, hobby farmers, or anyone seeking a private retreat. The approximately 1,500 sq. ft. home was designed using passive solar principles and offers a warm, inviting, and energy-efficient living space. Inside features 2 bedrooms plus a versatile sitting room that could easily serve as a third bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, a bright open-concept kitchen, dining and living area, a Heartland Oval wood-fired cookstove, propane range, Pacific Energy Super 27 Heritage wood stove (2018), Mitsubishi 18,000 BTU heat pump, electric baseboard backup heat, spacious tiled mudroom, ample storage throughout, and two outdoor decks for relaxing and entertaining. The impressive outbuildings provide exceptional flexibility for woodworking, farming, storage, or a home-based business. The insulated 50' x 32' two-storey woodworking shop features a gambrel roof, garage bay with overhead door, 220-amp electrical service, two spacious 10-foot workshop areas, wood heat with Selkirk chimneys, a large lumber loft, and an insulated upper-level multipurpose room. Additional buildings include a planer shed, 50' x 32' barn/garage/woodshed, and a 32' x 50' attached extension. Making this an outstanding opportunity to own a truly unique rural estate. (id:56844)

Listing

MLS® number

202619159

Status

Active

Days On Market

93

Building

Type

House

Year built

1982

Storeys

1.5

Living area

1,500 sq ft

Above grade

1,500 sq ft

Bedrooms above grade

2

Foundation

Poured Concrete

Interior

Flooring

Tile, Hardwood

Heating

Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Stove, Electric, Wood, Ductless

Cooling

Air Conditioned

Appliances

Dryer - Electric, Refrigerator, Water meter, Oven - Propane, Gas stove(s), Stove

Accessibility

5ft min Kitchen Turning Radius, 32in min Entry Doorways, Entry less than 3 steps

Land

Lot size

115 acres

Lot features

Treed, Level

Exterior features

Wood shingles

Community

School Bus, Recreational Facilities

Parking

Type

Detached Garage, Garage

Utilities

Water

Dug Well

Sewer

Septic System

Fees and taxes

Common interest

Freehold

Parcel number

01230382

Rooms

Directions

Hwy 337 to South Lakevale Rd. South Lakevale Rd to Brophy Rd.