There is no favorite listings!

Residential For Sale

1,125 Sqft - 351 Big Tancook Road, Big Tancook Island, NS B0J 3G0

QR Code
Property Description

L&S#1289. Idyllic, peaceful, romantic, serene, bucolic, timeless …… all those cliches and more! Circa 1790, this enchanting early cape is one of the oldest homesteads on Big Tancook, the timber cut and milled on the mainland and floated out the six miles or so to the island. A “plank house”, as the islanders call it, the walls are made of wide 4 inch thick planks – what architects call “coulisse construction”. Despite renovations over the years, the original beams and plank walls are still intact. Main floor is open concept with central cookstove, softwood floors, primary bedroom, bath (complete with bidet) and delightful sunroom. Upstairs are 2 spacious bedrooms, one with exposed beams and skylight. Systems include 200 amp electrical, insulation, newer windows, septic system, drilled well and recently reshingled roof. The 1.9 acre property borders Southwest Beach Pond on the island’s west coast with expansive views over a tranquil meadow, stoney beach and the waters of Mahone Bay, with the mainland in the distance. It is hard to imagine a more perfect setting for a languid summer evening. Summer sun goes down directly over Mahone Bay and to the mainland beyond, a six hour sunset. On blustery days rain squalls track up the coast, from the Port Medway lighthouse to Chester and beyond, while Tancook still basks in bright sunshine. For entertainment, you’ll enjoy front row seats to the Chester races and occasional sightings of the Bluenose sailing proudly by. Outside there are apple, pear and plum trees and an extraordinary cherry tree – jealously guarded by squabbling bluejays. There are no raccoons or foxes on Tancook, no squirrels or rabbits. Pheasants frequently nest in the meadows and many deer swim over from the mainland. A new 18 car ferry from Blandford is estimated to be in service by fall 2026 with 11 crossings per day. Whether for summer sojourns or a simpler lifestyle, this is an opportune time to secure your special piece of paradise on Big Tancook.

Basic Details
Property Type : Residential
Listing Type : For Sale
Listing ID : 202518596
Price : C$325000
View : Bay,Ocean,Other
Bedrooms : 3
Bathrooms : 1
Square Footage : 1,125 Sqft
Year Built : 1790
Lot Area : 1.90 Acre
Status : Active Under Contract
Listing Status : CONDITIONAL SALE
Full Bathrooms : 1
Property Sub Type : Single Family Residence
Roof : Asphalt
Waterfront Yn : 1
Features
Heating System : Baseboard
Basement : Partial, Unfinished
Fireplace : Wood Burning Stove
Parking : Other, Dirt
Waterfront Features : Waterfront
Utilities : Electricity Connected, Electric
Sewer : Septic Tank
Flooring : Softwood
Architectural Style : Bungalow
Appliances
Appliances : Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Propane Cooktop
Address Map
Location Text : 351 Big Tancook Road, Big Tancook Island, NS B0J 3G0
County : Lunenburg
City : Big Tancook Island
Postal Code : B0J 3G0
Street : Big Tancook
Street Number : 351
Street Suffix : Road
Longitude : W65° 49' 24.5''
Latitude : N44° 27' 3''
Directions : Ferry to Big Tancook from Chester. Follow Big Tancook Rd. Access, currently, is a year round ferry which sails several times daily from Chester however a new 18 car ferry is in the works (shorter crossing from Blandford) estimated to be in service by fall 2026 with 11 crossings per day. 351 is a 1.2 km walk from the ferry. With sufficient notice, transportation can be arranged - dependent on chauffeur's work schedule.
Mls Area Major : 405-Lunenburg County
Zoning : NA
Neighborhood
Elementary School : Big Tancook Elementary School
Property Details
Price Per SQFT : $ 0
Search Price : $ 0
Office Name : Land & Sea Real Estate Services Inc
Agent Name : Sheila Sinnott
Sales History
Previous Price : $ 0
Original Price : $ 0
Selling Price : $ 0
Neighborhood Details
:
Additional Information
Water Source : Well, Drilled Well
Lot Features : Level, Partial Landscaped, 1 to 2.99 Acres
Foundation Details : Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials : Shingle Siding
Community Features : Place of Worship
Building Size : 1125
Listing Information
List Agent Mls Id : N6212
List Office Mls Id : N1472
Mls Status : CONDITIONAL SALE
Modification Timestamp : 2025-07-30T13:49:36Z
Originating System Name : NSAR
Residential For Sale
  • Listing ID : 202518596
  • Bedrooms : 3
  • Bathrooms : 1
  • Square Footage : 1,125 Sqft
  • Visits : 26 in 30 days
C$325000
Agent info
Mortgage Calculator
C$
C$ %
years
%
C$ %per year
C$ %per year
C$
Contact Agent
 
Style Selector
Select the layout
Choose the theme
Preset colors
No Preset
Select the pattern