8894 Highway 215, Maitland, NS B0N 1T0

Experience the age of sail in this former Lockhart Lawrence heritage home (circa 1863) the brother to ship builder WD Lawrence, this could be the historic charmer you've been waiting to put your own finishing touches on or whether you're seeking an ideal summer retreat or a year round family home. A short stroll away from the village and beach gives loads of potential. Many upgrades including eleven new windows, large multi level 16x30 / 8x16 back decks, laundry room and front entry completed, dinning room floors refinished / painted, back porch re finished with new walls/ roof etc, kitchen reorganized with new cabinets and window all from current owner (2022-23) the previous owner had installed lovely large upper level bathroom with cozy in floor heating, updated wiring, panel, new electric baseboard heating throughout and updated plumbing. There is a 8 x 10 shed with steal roof to remain. The basement of this home is a mix of crawl space and full height and should only be accessed by serious buyers as it uses a ladder for entry, has gravel flooring, a sum-pump and an old unused furnace that a new buyer can look after removing and installing a new should they wish (ladder entry is at own risk, please be careful). The historic community of Maitland is a gem itself, boasting Canada's oldest general store, licensed Cafe, sea side walking trails, heritage museums, community theatre and artisan shops.