We’ve listed this amazing seaside property located in Port L’Hebert, a quaint fishing community 15 minutes off Highway 103 between Liverpool and Shelburne. The house is about 100 years old and has been well maintained and upgraded. In recent years the windows have been replaced, it’s been fully insulated, wiring and plumbing have been upgraded, roof was reshingled and a full front covered verandah has been added. The property consists of 10.6 surveyed acres, with 425 feet of direct frontage on Port L’Hebert harbour. The land includes some open field surrounding the house with forest at the back. There’s a large, deep pond on the property that is brook fed, ideal for swimming and skating in winter. The shoreline fronts along a small cove with sand bottom, rocky shore and deep water. It’s ideal for kayaks, power boats and has a protected deep mooring for a sailboat.

The property is located on the west side of the harbour and gets lots of sunlight. The two story house has gables facing north and south, with a front gable facing the waterside. A smaller two level annex on the rear forms the back “L” providing a protected sitting space and entry. White siding, green trims and a red shingled roof add to the charm of this striking home. The large mudroom entry offers plenty of room for coats, boats, fishing gear and dogs. Off the mudroom is a large wood house for firewood storage. The mudroom opens to a spacious country kitchen with lots of cabinets and a woodstove. Off the kitchen is a bathroom and a laundry room. Out front, overlooking the water is the diningroom. The livingroom makes up the other side of the house with a front entry and stair hall in between. The front door opens to the 10 x 23 foot screened-in verandah. Upstairs is another bathroom, upper foyer and four bedrooms.

The house sits on a solid stone (with concrete) foundation. It has a dug well, oil fired hot water heating system, septic system and 200 amp electrical system. A big deck wraps around two sides of the house. Overall, the house offers about 2,100 square feet of cozy living space.

There’s a solid two story 36 x 22 foot garage with workshop and full second level. There’s also a tidy shed closer to the shore for gardening, chickens or storage. This is a quiet community made up of year round families and summer residents. Port L’Hebert harbour offers great boating and fishing opportunities and just 2 kms away, you’ll find Johnston’s Beach, a long white sand beach with heavy surf and a tidal inland lake.

This area is a natural paradise with an abundance of seabirds and wildlife. From here you are just 25 minutes to Shelburne, 40 minutes to Liverpool and the city is within 2 hours, 20 minutes. This property is ideal for a year round residence, your weekend home or seasonal home.

It offers a unique micro climate with lots of sun and less snow in winter. The sky appears more blue here and the air is crisp and clean.Best of all, it comes with sun, sand, surf, seals and shorebirds.