Rustic Cottage Retreat on 8 Island Lake, Guysborough County Escape to your own slice of lake front paradise on 8 Island Lake with this 1.36-acre cleared lot featuring stunning west-facing views and unforgettable sunsets. Surrounded by nature and abundant wildlife, this property is a dream for anglers, hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The insulated cottage offers solid construction and cozy comfort, with a wood stove for heat and 100-amp power already in place. It's fully plumbed with a kitchen and bathroom, with an existing (unverified) septic system and outhouse on site — giving you a great head start for future upgrades. While no well has ever been attempted, the property holds great potential for those looking to make it their seasonal escape or off-grid haven. Mature fruit trees dot the landscape, and two large sheds provide ample storage for gear and tools. Whether you're casting a line, watching the deer pass through, or simply soaking in the quiet and calm of lakeside life, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of classic Nova Scotia wilderness.
For sale
C$99,999
196 Welsh Rd, Saint Mary's, NS B0H 1M0
2beds
313sqft
Recreational
Built in 1996
1.36 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$319/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
West-facing viewsSurrounded by natureAbundant wildlifeInsulated cottageSolid constructionCozy comfortWood stove
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Listing updated: May 27, 2025 at 10:12am
Listed by:
Lonnie Deline,
RE/MAX Nova (Halifax) Brokerage
Source: NSAR,MLS®#: 202512458
Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 67.2
- Dimensions: 7 x 9.6
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 34.75
- Dimensions: 6.8 x 5.11
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156.42
- Dimensions: 15.8 x 9.9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 57.33
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 4.9
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Stove
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Refrigerator
Features
- Master Downstairs
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 313 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 313
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Dirt, Multiple Driveways
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Frontage length: Water Frontage(30 Feet)
Lot
- Size: 1.36 Acres
- Features: Cleared, 1 to 2.99 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 37509247
- Zoning: N/A
- Other equipment: No Rental Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage/Camp
- Property subtype: Recreational
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Pond/Lake
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Beach
Location
- Region: Saint Marys
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$319/sqft
- Price range: C$100K - C$100K
- Date on market: 5/27/2025
- Inclusions: Fridge, Stove
- Ownership: Freehold
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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