HARTLINGS ISLAND, ECUM SECUM, NS B0J2K0

Description de la propriété située au Hartlings Island

Hartlings Island, located in Mitchell Bay near Ecum Secum, Nova Scotia, presents a rare opportunity for those in search of a private, nature-filled escape. Covering approximately 25.4 acres (1,106,424 sq ft), the island features a rich variety of landscapes, including meadows, forests, wetlands, rocky shores, and a sandy beach. At its heart is a well-built, insulated main house of about 40 m² (430 sq ft), offering a spacious living/sleeping area, kitchen facilities, and a small adjoining roomall surrounded by an expansive meadow with room for expansion. A smaller 12 m² (130 sq ft) camp on the islands western side near the beach includes a kitchenette and two bunk beds, ideal for guests. The island is rich in natural resources, including a newly constructed freshwater well and a mix of coniferous and hardwood trees such as birch, ash, maple, and alder. Raspberries, blackberries, gooseberries, wildflowers, ferns, and local wildlife like deer and seals enhance the islands natural charm. With roughly eight kilometers of trails, its perfect for hiking and exploring, while the calm, protected bay waters invite swimming, diving, and other water activities. Accessible by boat from a nearby fishing settlement with a port, the island is just a ten-minute drive from the village of Moser River, and about 30 minutes from Sheet Harbour and Sherbrooke. Halifax, with its international airport, is roughly two hours away. (id:38686)