Address
68 Cottage Street, Pictou, NS
Price
$ 489,000
Property Attributes
  • ID#202619737
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • MunicipalityPictou
  • CityPictou
  • AreaPictou
  • NeighbourhoodPictou
  • Postal CodeB0K 1H0
  • Style
  • Price$ 489,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage3885
  • Lot Size1.0573 Acres
Data Source:
Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA)
Property Description

Discover timeless charm and historic elegance in this stunning 2.5-story home at 68 Cottage Street. Originally built in 1890 by the original owners of the renowned Pictou Shipyard and thoughtfully rebuilt in 1940, this residence offers a unique blend of heritage and modern comfort. Set on over one acre on a corner lot, the home features striking cedar siding with classic brick accents and lush ivy adorning the front facade. Towering linden trees surround the estate, creating a serene and picturesque setting in a highly desirable neighborhood. Step inside to experience spacious, light-filled interiors with huge hallways and original hardwood floors beneath the laminate wood coverings on the main floor. The home boasts four generous bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and two versatile attic rec rooms, plus a secret room accessed through one of the bedrooms! Three cozy fireplaces and original iron radiators provide warmth and character throughout. Original windows, complete with dual panels that swing open from the inside, preserve the home's historic charm while flooding rooms with natural light. The expansive great room features custom built-in library shelving, and the formal dining room impresses with a full wall of built-in cabinetryperfect for entertaining. French doors on the staircase landing lead outside, where a balcony is begging to be built. Additional highlights include a large detached garage, insulated and wired with a wood stove, and a converted side entrance mudroom with a pellet stove that opens to the kitchen, blending functionality and comfort seamlessly. Recent renovations include fresh plaster and paint throughout, preserving the home's character while ensuring a move-in-ready experience. (id:7434)

General Features

Features Treed, Balcony, Level
Community Features Recreational Facilities, School Bus
Property Type Single Family
CommunityName Pictou
Amenities Golf Course, Park, Playground, Public Transit, Shopping, Place of Worship, Beach
Building Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
Building Cooling Type Air Conditioned, Wall unit
Location Description From Pictou rotary, take West River Rd, left onto Alfred St, right onto Cottage. Property is on left
Foundation Type Poured Concrete, Stone
Building Type House
Ownership Type Freehold
Building.StoriesTotal 2.5

Interior Features

Building Fireplace Present True
Building Heating Type Furnace, Heat Pump, Ductless, Hot Water, Stove, Radiator
Building Heating Fuel Electric, Oil, Pellet, Wood
Basement Development Partially finished
Basement Type Full (Partially finished)
Construction Style Attachment Detached
Flooring Type Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
Living Area Range 3885
Bedrooms 4

Exterior Features

ViewType Harbour
Land Amenities Golf Course, Park, Playground, Public Transit, Shopping, Place of Worship, Beach
Landscape Features Landscaped
Sewer Municipal sewage system
Exterior Finish Wood shingles

Room Details

Room Dimensions Level Flooring Details
3pc Bathroom 7.4 x 6.4 Main level
4pc Bathroom 11.1 x 8.4 Second level
Bedroom 15.10 x 11.6 Second level
Den 16.7 x 11.11 Main level
Dining room 15.4 x 13.7 Main level
Foyer 17.5 x 9.10 Main level
Games room 9.5 x 12.5 Second level
Great room 15.3 x 26.3 Main level
Kitchen 15.10 x 9.10 Main level
Laundry room 7.5 x 6.9 Main level
Mud room 8.7 x 7.2 Main level
Porch 5.10 x 4.3 Main level
Recreational, Games room 11.10 x 13.3 Third level

Amenities

  • Views
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No Strata Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in B0K 1H0

Price
AVG $430K
$490K

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