4289 West River East Side Road Durham, Nova Scotia B0K 1H0
$589,000
Just steps from the East River and nestled on a private, tree-lined lot, this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath century farmhouse seamlessly blends timeless character with meaningful updates, including a new roof, heat pumps, and a newer septic system. Impeccably maintained throughout, the home radiates pride of ownership, with pristine finishes and meticulous attention to every detail. Inside, elegant wide crown moulding, classic wainscoting, and a wood-burning fireplace with a brick surround anchor the spacious main living area. The sun-filled wraparound sunroom doubles as a home office, offering sweeping river and field views. Upstairs, a central staircase leads to four bedrooms, each adorned with hardwood floors and period trim.A standout feature is the 9-year-old addition, complete with its own eat-in kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and living room that opens onto a private deckideal as a turnkey in-law suite, guest space, or Airbnb unit, with ramp access for easy entry. The unfinished basement provides a woodshop, laundry hookups, and ample storage, while two more full bathrooms complete the main house. Outside, the lawn gently slopes to the waters edge, where the East River offers exceptional fishing just minutes away from your back doorperfect for casting a line before breakfast or after work. Mature trees, a fire pit, and a wraparound deck create inviting outdoor living spaces. For the handyman, hobbyist, or collector, the detached triple-bay garage is a dream: spacious and ideal for vehicles, toys, tools, or a full workshop setup. Tucked at the end of a peaceful country lane with sweeping farmland and river views, this property delivers move-in-ready systems, income potential, and genuine rural privacy for anglers and nature lovers alikewith the added convenience of a P-8 school and high school just five minutes away. (id:45785)
Property Details
| MLS® Number | 202618690 |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| Community Name | Durham |
| Amenities Near By | Park, Playground, Place Of Worship |
| Community Features | Recreational Facilities, School Bus |
| Features | Treed |
Building
| Bathroom Total | 4 |
| Bedrooms Above Ground | 5 |
| Bedrooms Total | 5 |
| Appliances | Stove, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator |
| Basement Type | Unknown |
| Construction Style Attachment | Detached |
| Cooling Type | Air Conditioned, Wall Unit |
| Exterior Finish | Aluminum Siding, Vinyl |
| Fireplace Present | Yes |
| Flooring Type | Carpeted, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum, Porcelain Tile, Vinyl |
| Foundation Type | Concrete Block, Poured Concrete |
| Half Bath Total | 1 |
| Heating Fuel | Electric, Oil |
| Heating Type | Baseboard Heaters, Forced Air, Furnace, Heat Pump, Ductless |
| Stories Total | 2 |
| Size Interior | 3,114 Ft2 |
| Total Finished Area | 3114 Sqft |
| Type | House |
| Utility Water | Drilled Well |
Parking
| Garage | |
| Detached Garage | |
| Gravel | |
| Parking Space(s) | |
| Paved Yard |
Land
| Acreage | Yes |
| Land Amenities | Park, Playground, Place Of Worship |
| Landscape Features | Landscaped |
| Sewer | Septic System |
| Size Irregular | 5.12 |
| Size Total | 5.12 Ac |
| Size Total Text | 5.12 Ac |
Rooms
| Level | Type | Length | Width | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second Level | Bedroom | 14.5x13.8 | ||
| Second Level | Bedroom | 14.1x13.2 | ||
| Second Level | Primary Bedroom | 15x14.3 | ||
| Second Level | Bedroom | 14.5x14.1 | ||
| Second Level | Bath (# Pieces 1-6) | 8.3x4.5 | ||
| Second Level | Storage | 20x16 | ||
| Second Level | Other | landing 9.2x8.1 | ||
| Main Level | Mud Room | 18.9x10 | ||
| Main Level | Kitchen | 14.6x14.3 | ||
| Main Level | Dining Room | 18.8x12.9 | ||
| Main Level | Living Room | 20.9x13.9+14x11 | ||
| Main Level | Den | 20.7x9.2 | ||
| Main Level | Sunroom | 11x8 | ||
| Main Level | Laundry / Bath | 11x8.1 | ||
| Main Level | Family Room | 17.4x13.4 | ||
| Main Level | Bath (# Pieces 1-6) | 14.6x13.4 | ||
| Main Level | Foyer | 6.8x6.8 | ||
| Main Level | Eat In Kitchen | 13.3x11.1 | ||
| Main Level | Living Room | 18.2x9 | ||
| Main Level | Bath (# Pieces 1-6) | 8.6x5.6+3.6x3.5 | ||
| Main Level | Bedroom | 10.6x10.1+4.1x3.5 |
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