222 Benacadie West Road Benacadie Pond, Nova Scotia B1T 1H1
$435,000
Tucked away just outside the village of Iona, this extraordinary 63-acre property on the Bras dOr Lakes offers over 2,000 feet of pristine waterfront including a protected grassy beach with a boat launch and dramatic clay cliffs with panoramic lake views. With two standalone homes, a handcrafted log cabin, established gardens, and a private trail network, it feels like your own national park perfect as a family retreat, year-round home, or vacation rental opportunity. The main residence (24 x 24) was fully reimagined since 2021 essentially rebuilt with a new foundation, siding, roof, electrical, insulation, interior finishes, and a sunny new addition. The second cottage (16 x 22) is currently off-grid, powered by solar panels and four 12V batteries, with a propane stove and hot water heater. A nearby power pole offers easy access for future hookup. At the top of the property, a handcrafted 12 x 12 log cabin with a metal roof sits privately among the trees unfinished inside but full of charm and potential as a studio, retreat, or future guest cabin. The land is what truly sets this property apart. 63 acres of forest, gardens, and hiking trails wind through elevated lookouts and quiet woodland. A productive vegetable garden, fruit trees, and perennials reflect years of care. High-speed fibre-op internet is available, though cell signal can be inconsistent. Negotiable with the right offer is a package of well-maintained equipment to help manage the property: a John Deere ride-on mower, Honda generator and a Honda 4x4 side-by-side. Located just 45 minutes from Sydney (with airport and full services) and minutes from Iona, this is a rare Cape Breton offering with incredible natural beauty, privacy, and potential for expansion whether as a rental business, family compound, or peaceful lakeside lifestyle. (id:45785)
Property Details
| MLS® Number | 202523938 |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| Community Name | Benacadie Pond |
| Equipment Type | Propane Tank |
| Rental Equipment Type | Propane Tank |
| View Type | Lake View, View Of Water |
| Water Front Type | Waterfront On Lake |
Building
| Bathroom Total | 1 |
| Bedrooms Above Ground | 1 |
| Bedrooms Total | 1 |
| Architectural Style | Cottage, Camp |
| Basement Type | None |
| Construction Style Attachment | Detached |
| Exterior Finish | Vinyl |
| Flooring Type | Laminate |
| Foundation Type | Poured Concrete |
| Stories Total | 1 |
| Size Interior | 1,024 Ft2 |
| Total Finished Area | 1024 Sqft |
| Type | House |
| Utility Water | Dug Well |
Land
| Acreage | Yes |
| Sewer | Septic System |
| Size Total Text | 50 - 100 Acres |
Rooms
| Level | Type | Length | Width | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Level | Living Room | 1306 x 1411 | ||
| Main Level | Kitchen | 1409 x 906 | ||
| Main Level | Bedroom | 80 x 1010 | ||
| Main Level | Bath (# Pieces 1-6) | 80 x 80 | ||
| Main Level | Sunroom | 507 x 1504 | ||
| Main Level | Other | 1504 x 1504 | ||
| Main Level | Bath (# Pieces 1-6) | 705 x 506 | ||
| Main Level | Kitchen | 507 x 710 |
https://www.realtor.ca/real-estate/28894438/222-benacadie-west-road-benacadie-pond-benacadie-pond
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Lucy Dykhuis
1901 Gottingen Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 0C6
(902) 422-5552
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