Charming Historic Oceanfront Home. Step back in time with this beautiful 3 storey Victorian masterpiece, showing off a unique blend of Second Empire and Italianate architectural styles. Built in the mid 1800s, this home is one of the oldest in the seaside town of Lockeport. The west-facing house is situated on a ¼ acre lot with water views. A 1.6 acre lot behind the house would be perfect for building your dream home, or just simply preserve it as your backyard retreat. Offering elevated views of the ocean and a gentle slope down to 135 feet of serene white sand beachfront facing east, it is perfect for taking in the gorgeous sunrises, swimming, fishing, and kayaking. The striking mansard roof, curved-top dormers, and intricate woodwork give this home unique character. The spacious interior offers 8 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, dining room, living room, office, and laundry; providing ample space for large families. The full bathroom, laundry, and office that can serve as a 9th bedroom, are all conveniently located on the main floor, offering the option for single-level living. A single-car garage with an attached storage shed offers potential for conversion into a two-car bay. Whether you're dreaming of a bed-and-breakfast, duplex, a family retreat, or simply restoring this historic gem, the possibilities are endless. Situated on a quiet street, within walking distance to shops, restaurants, schools, amenities, and white sand beaches, including the famous Crescent Beach, Col Locke?s Beach, and Freddy?s Beach. Enjoy exploring Rood?s Head Park and beach just down the road, and take in the elevated oceanic views. Halifax is only a 2 hour drive away. High speed FibreOp Internet is available. This extraordinary property offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Lockeport?s history, with stunning ocean views, rare white sand beach frontage, rich character, and unmatched potential. (id:51532)
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Property Summary
Property Type
Single Family
Building Type
House
Storeys
3
Square Footage
3192 sqft
Community Name
Lockeport
Title
Freehold
Land Size
1.8816 ac
Parking Type
Garage,Detached Garage,Gravel
Building
Bedrooms
Above Grade
9
Bathrooms
Total
9
Partial
2
Interior Features
Appliances Included
Range - Gas, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator
Flooring
Carpeted, Hardwood, Wood, Vinyl
Basement Type
Crawl space
Building Features
Features
Treed, Sloping
Foundation Type
Stone
Style
Detached
Square Footage
3192 sqft
Total Finished Area
3192 sqft
Utilities
Utility Sewer
Municipal sewage system
Water
Dug Well
Exterior Features
Exterior Finish
Wood shingles
Neighbourhood Features
Community Features
Recreational Facilities
Amenities Nearby
Park, Playground, Shopping, Place of Worship, Beach