269 Water St, Westport, Nova Scotia B0V 1H0

A view of the ocean in the charming village of Westport. This home has so much character, there are sealed up fireplaces with mantles in 4 rooms, a brick hearth with a red wood stove, 2 sets of stairs travelling up three floors. The unfitted kitchen is at the back of the house and overlooks the private back yard. Two front rooms have large windows with views of Grand Passage the harbour between Long and Brier Islands. On the second level there are 4 bedrooms and two full baths. You can get to the third level by the grand main stairs or the secret second stairs. The third level has two small bedrooms and a large unfinished space that is currently being used for storage. Some windows have been replaced and there is a new pump and a wired shed (20x24) for your hobbies or storage The house is located in the friendly community of Westport which boasts a library, cafe, restaurant and very well stocked general store (including agency liquor store). Known for whale watching and as the home of Joshua Slocum, Westport has so much to offer. There are wonderful hiking and biking trails, you can view 3 lighthouses, go whale watching, see seals from shore, see the bird sanctuary, walk the long sandy beach at Pond Cove. Join a club at the library, craft with local artisans, volunteer! If a life in an oceanside village in this home is for you please book a showing!