09/09/2026
Reduced by $25,000!!!!!!! - MLSÂź This property is located in the picturesque community of Kingsport. Here youâll find some of the highest tides in the world. In 1971, âThe Great Tides of the Bay of Fundyâ reported the tides at the property to be measured at 40â. The home was built by Sea Captain Clement Barkhouse in 1898. It was acquired in 1940 by the Anthony family, until the current owners purchased it in 2010. The 1.02 acres of unspoiled beauty, boasts unsurpassed views of the Minas Basin and the Land of Evangeline. The lot is beautifully landscaped, boasting mature trees and gardens. The bank was professionally reinforced in 2017. The current owners have lovingly restored this property, while adding modern conveniences as needed. Within the 2865 sf, youâll find 5 bedrooms and 2 Âœ baths. A view of the water reveals itself from many rooms. Many updates were completed in 2017, including the addition of a new front entry, complete with storage cubbies, a bright & sunny sitting room overlooking the Bay, a conveniently located 3 pc bath & laundry, with remaining washer & dryer & a multi-purpose room in the east wing. This room offers many built-ins & one of the two Mitsubishi heat pumps that were installed in 2025. It could be used as a family room, home office, gym, or all of the above. It has private access via French doors to the waterside yard. The kitchen was also updated in 2017. The fridge, stove & Bosch dishwasher remain. The Butlerâs pantry offers oodles of storage, wooden countertops & a prep sink. The dining room boasts original wainscotting, hardwood floors & a built-in cabinet. A newly installed vinyl window offers a fabulous view of the water. This little nook is the perfect place to challenge your toughest opponent to a game of chess on a rainy day. The living room is equipped with a stunning cast-iron fireplace, that has been converted to propane. The second heat pump is found here. This room, like much of the home, boasts hardwood floors. The sunroom has been renovated, exposing the original old beams. It is warm & cozy, offering comfort in all seasons. The bedroom on this level, complete with half bath, could be used as the Primary, but there is a larger room on that upper level that the owners currently use. The old âwidowâs walkâ has been converted to a walk-in closet. A stunning clawfoot tub & separate shower are found in the bathroom on the upper level, along with the remaining three bedrooms. The private patio area, complete with a hot tub, is the perfect place to relax, while counting the stars, satellites & fireflies. You can also enjoy the lights of Wolfville across the water. A propane furnace & high efficiency hot water heater were installed in 2017. Many rooms are equipped with electric baseboard heaters. Much of the plumbing & electrical has been updated, including a new panel & a generator panel. New vinyl windows, including the sunporch, were also installed in 2017. The 22â x 24â garage is large enough to store two vehicles, while still having space to tinker at the workbench. This could potentially be a cute guest cottage. Weeping tile was installed around the perimeter & a sump pump is in place for Spring thaws. The shed is great for storing your change of season items. Located within walking distance to sandy beaches, the public wharf & the ice cream shop. This property is steeped in history & full of charm. If the walls could talk, they would tell you tales of sea captains & ship building of yester-yearâ $875,000
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