35 Wilkies Cove Rd, Lunenburg, NS B4V 2Z2

Consisting of 1.7 acres, including a parcel with 203 feet of direct, salt-water frontage on the LaHave River, this property is part of a land grant of 1789, continuously farmed organically until the 1950's. The soil of this elevated site consists primarily of loam, is fertile and supports a mix of ash and oak, and a small garden of luxuriant grapes. Built approximately 40 years ago, this traditional home has 2,300 square feet of living space on three levels. A large rear mudroom entry off the drive doubles as the laundry and has a screened in summer room to the rear. The main floor kitchen-dining-living room L' is open-concept looking southwest over a wrap-around deck and features a wood burning stove and ductless heat-pump. The main floor also features a 4 pc family bath adjacent a small den or bedroom at the rear. The gabled top floor offers three bedrooms and a 3 pc ensuite bath. The lower level is full walk-out, and could make a generous sized apartment for an older adult or visitors. It features a full bath with shower, a small kitchenette, large family room with wood burning stove and alcove for sleeping, and a large recreation or hobby room. Due to its elevation and setback, this home has an unquestionably beautiful water view, through mature groomed hardwoods. There is a path with handrail to a stairway from the edge of the lawn to the road, which winds along the east bank of the LaHave River. Across the road, another stairway descends to the shore. The shoreline is very private and there is no necessity for a wharf. A boat mooring of concrete block, double bridle, provides 13 feet at low water, and is capable of holding a 15 ton boat (updated in 2019, checked 2021). This property is 10 minutes drive cross-country to the Town of Lunenburg and just 15 minutes to Bridgewater. It faces southwest and hosts beautiful sunsets. 2021-10-08