A traditional Cape Breton Farm ! This exceptional property offers a unique opportunity for those seeking a mix of natural beauty, farmland, and potential development. Spanning over 98 acres, this working farm provides approximately 2,891 feet of waterfrontage on the tranquil Bras d'Or Lake, making it an attractive location for both residential and agricultural pursuits. A well-maintained four-bedroom, two-bathroom older farmhouse offers comfort and character with spacious living areas, including a large eat-in kitchen and cozy living room. Positioned atop a scenic crest, it boasts fantastic views over Seal Cove, making it an ideal setting for relaxation or entertaining guests. The property is equipped with ample outbuildings to support farm operations: A three-car detached garage/machinery building. A large barn suitable for livestock or storage. An older mobile mini home currently used as a workshop (can be restored and repurposed). The property features a mix of hay fields and a mixed forest with some mature pine trees, offering both agricultural potential and aesthetic appeal. The back lot includes a brook and several walking trails, providing a peaceful and scenic environment to explore the natural surroundings. Currently a working farm, the property could be repurposed for cattle, sheep, or general agricultural use. Its fertile grounds and varied landscape make it an ideal location for farming or a solar farm project, given the property's geographic advantages. Located just 5 minutes from Orangedale, the property offers easy access to local amenities while maintaining a secluded, peaceful setting in the countryside. This property is perfect for someone seeking a farm with a view, a space for outdoor activities, or even an environmentally sustainable project like a solar farm. Whether you're looking for a tranquil home, a working farm, or a mix of both, this Cape Breton gem offers plenty of possibilities.
Under contract
C$549,000
10353 Marble Mountain Rd, Orangedale, NS B0E 2K0
4beds
1,628sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
98 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$337/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Large eat-in kitchenAmple outbuildingsHay fieldsMature pine treesWalking trailsFertile groundsSecluded peaceful setting
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 22, 2025 at 07:35am
Listed by:
Heidi Arbeau-Wood,
Engel & Volkers Brokerage,
Eva Stara Krebser,
Engel & Volkers (Yarmouth)
Source: NSAR,MLS®#: 202502672
Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 126.74
- Dimensions: 10.42 x 12.17
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 95.49
- Dimensions: 9.17 x 10.42
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 96.75
- Dimensions: 9 x 10.75
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 24.06
- Dimensions: 2.92 x 8.25
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165.33
- Dimensions: 11.08 x 14.92
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 134.74
- Dimensions: 9.08 x 14.83
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 238.8
- Dimensions: 11.42 x 20.92
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 63.31
- Dimensions: 7.17 x 8.83
Heating
- Forced Air, Furnace
Appliances
- Included: Central Vacuum, Electric Range, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Freezer - Chest, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Purifier, Water Softener
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Central Vacuum, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,628 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,628
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Triple, Wired, Dirt, Gravel, Single
- Garage spaces: 3
- Details: Garage Details(Machine Shop (Drv))
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake, Lake Privileges, Stream/Pond
- Body of water: Seal Cove - Bras D'or Lake
- Frontage length: Water Frontage(2891 Feet)
Lot
- Size: 98 Acres
- Features: Partially Cleared, Partial Landscaped, Rolling Slope, Wooded, 50 to 100 Acres, Other Soil
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Barn Type 1(Barn), Barn Type 2(Workshop), Barn Type 3(Drive/Implement Shed), Barn Dimensions 1(58.4 X 60.4), Barn Dimensions 2(14'1 X 64'5 + 6'4 X 24'5), Barn Dimensions 3(32'11 X 41' Garage), Barn Capacity 1(+/- 3, 521 Sq Ft), Barn Capacity 2(+/- 1, 066 Sq Ft), Barn Capacity 3(+/- 1, 352 Sq Ft)
- Additional parcels included: 50317361
- Parcel number: 50120914
- Zoning: Farm/Res/Resi
- Wooded area: 1306800
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Oil
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Dug, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: School Bus Service
- Security: Security System, Security System Leased
Location
- Region: Orangedale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$337/sqft
- Tax assessed value: C$238,400
- Price range: C$549K - C$549K
- Date on market: 2/11/2025
- Exclusions: Dining Room Table
- Ownership: Freehold
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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