This spectacular waterfront property features 70 sprawling acres including 400 feet of water frontage on Jordan Bay and 1100 feet of stream frontage on Purney Brook. The land consists of 55 acres of mixed wooded forest and 15 acres of cleared acreage. The surrounding rock walls provide an attractive timeless atmosphere and the formal perennial gardens bring intimacy and color to the surrounding lush landscape. The three outbuildings on the property have the potential for commercial, hobby farm or recreational use.
This property is perfect for a wide range of lifestyles be it farming, sports, gardening or simply being in nature. It's all here. It is located just minutes from the town of Shelburne where you can find all the amenities necessary and services including shopping, golf, health care facilities etc.

The property consists of a beautiful three bedroom 2½ bath newly-renovated country home. There is a delightful covered front porch along with a huge rear south-facing deck. Inside is the large bright living room with a bay window. The kitchen is spacious and light and includes a snack bar, breakfast nook and wood stove which is flanked by a natural stone wall. The dining area is perfect for cozy evening meals and has a fabulous view over the gardens and bay. The mudroom has been totally updated and provides access to the outdoors, summer kitchen and basement. The summer kitchen provides plenty of storage space and could easily be converted into a beautiful three season room overlooking the bay.

The master bedroom includes a large walk-in closet. Nearby is the newly-renovated upstairs bathroom. Two additional bedrooms share the upper floor and if one chose, one could make a nice home office or study out of one of them (high speed internet available). The upper floor landing provides a quiet reading space with plenty of natural sunlight and fabulous views over the gardens and bay.

The floors throughout the home are original pine and maple and provide a captivating charm in all spaces. Numerous upgrades provide maintenance and worry free living: New electrical, insulation, roof, argon windows, new doors, refinished floors, new kitchen countertops, new bathrooms.

This original century home is well-balanced. The porch provides shade and shelter, the rear deck provides sun and warmth and the dormers and bay windows provide light. The land provides breath-taking views and offers an abundance of plants and the fast-flowing stream offers peace and tranquility. A walk down to the waterfront offers further wonderful views and walks in the rugged beauty of Jordan Bay.

Contact the homeowners, Charlie or Lisa, at 902-875-3143 for additional information or for an appointment to view.

Agents welcome at 2%.