Residential For Sale

$599,900

1542 Canaan Road Road, Canaan, NS B0W 3M0

Description

Southwest Nova Scotia has some unique properties. 1542 Canaan Road - only 20 minutes from the Town of Yarmouth - is one of them. This one-level 1280 sq.ft. home on 66 acres of forest on the beautiful Tusket River is a private setting with engaging seasonal views. A full solar system with a generator for backup supports off-grid living. This attractive home is fully wired and has all the electrical options needed, including high-speed Fibre Internet. It is easy to heat with multiple heating services, including in-floor heating, a cozy wood stove, and a wall- unit propane heater. BONUS: The property includes a one-room, insulated and furnished off-grid cabin in the forest only .5 km away from the primary residence via an old logging road. The peacefulness will intrigue you. Also unique is the condition of sale. The sellers will retain a "Life Interest" in the property and remain as long as their health permits. They will pay rent to the new owners, be responsible for utilities, and be caretakers of the property. Everything's negotiable, including the ability for you to spend your vacations at this special place. If you want to buy a unique investment property, secure a gift for your children, or buy a retirement home, this property may be the right fit for you. More information and a video with aerial footage and inside photos are available.

Property Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • Listing Type: For Sale
  • Listing ID: 202509988
  • Price: $599,900
  • View: River
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Square Footage: 1,280 Sqft
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Lot Area: 2,874,960 Acre
  • Status: Active
  • LivingAreaUnits : Square Feet

Features

  • Heating System : In Floor, Hot Water, Stove
  • Basement : No
  • Fireplace : Wood Burning Stove
  • Roof Deck : Asphalt
  • Sewer : Septic Tank
  • Interior Flooring : Concrete
  • Zoning: res/res

Details

  • Office Name: The Real Estate Store
  • Agent Name: Mike Randall
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • ParkingTotal: 1
  • AttachedGarage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • CommunityFeatures : School Bus Service
  • InteriorFeatures : High Speed Internet
  • LotFeatures : Hardwood Bush, Softwood Bush, Wooded, 50 To 100 Acres
  • ParkingFeatures : Attached, Single, Gravel, Carport
  • WaterfrontFeatures : River Front, River Access
  • ElementarySchool: Carleton Consolidated Elementary School
  • HighSchool: Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School
  • MiddleOrJuniorSchool: Maple Grove Education Centre
  • Appliances : Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range
  • ArchitecturalStyle : Bungalow
  • Flooring: No
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • PriceChangeTimestamp: 06/05/2025 00:00:00
  • StructureType : Detached
  • Utilities : Propane
  • Possession : To Be Negotiated.
  • ModificationTimestamp: 19/01/2026 18:07:59
  • MLSAreaMajor : Hwy 203 East
  • MLSAreaMinor : Canaan
  • LockBoxType : No
  • LandLeaseYN: No
  • FoundationDetails : Slab
  • FarmLandAreaUnits : Square Feet
  • ConstructionMaterials : Wood Siding
  • BuildingAreaUnits : Square Feet
  • BelowGradeFinishedAreaUnits : Square Feet
  • AdditionalParcelsYN: Yes

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