53 Lower Lahave Rd, Riverport, NS B0J 2W0

This is the house that takes shape in your head when you're reading a great novel. A house with a colourful history, a strong presence, and a bright future. An iconic house, that you will find on Wikipedia as the "Myrtle Hotel" of Riverport, Nova Scotia. Rumour has it, Al Capone was here, but whether that's true or not, doesn't matter, because the villains of Nova Scotia's prohibition era could certainly hold their own. The "Big Blue", as it's been nicknamed, has been living for over 100 years in a prominent spot in the village, overlooking Ritcey Cove, with panoramic views, a little sandy beach and a wharf across the road. Inside, boards meet neatly, floors are firm, and there is no doubt that it will live for another 100 years. In detail: There is a rock solid foundation and a full height basement with a spring fed well. Hot water heat radiates in style from antique cast iron devices, conveniently adjustable with six zones around the house. A new state of the art septic system was recently installed. The main level has a generous layout with a room for every purpose. The second level has six bedrooms plus a larger chill room and a nursery. The third level is an open loft, suitable for large gatherings, yoga, or dance sessions. The current owners have continued the local traders tradition of bringing international flair, in this case with veranda railings, furniture, and details made of Indonesian hardwood. The house is ready for new owners as it stands, but the price certainly allows for modernization of kitchen and bathrooms, which would make it shine beyond compare. Riverport is the last affordable community with access to a beautiful deep harbour remaining in the vicinity of the Town of Lunenburg. Seemingly at the end of the world, it has always attracted trade, goods and people from around the globe. And after a period of slumber, the area is being re-discovered by a new crowd of adventurers, sailors and lovers of historic houses. 2020-11-26