1763 River Road, Bear River, NS

About 1763 River Road

This one bedroom house/cabin is located near the Village of Bear River, The private sanctuary is located along a dirt road, approx. 3km from the Village, which sits between the Historical town of Annapolis Royal and Digby, the Scallop Capital of the World. The micro climate and affordability of this small home living opportunity are conducive to a sustainable living concept. There are 2 parcels of land; 2 acres of flat land along the river and approx. 6 acres of wooded area, upon a hill, with dwelling and finished workshop. Dwelling is 700 sq ft of living space with loft and a one car garage, (insulated and presently used as a workshop) with loft measuring 20x30 and artist studio. There is a garden shed and a sheltered outdoor platform space for wood storage. There are 2 wells; gravity fed water systems ensure water supply during power outages. Situated among this quiet wooded area is a small gravity fed pond. Recent upgrades include installation of perrenial beds, raised and in ground veggie gardens, greenhouse, small garden tool shed, chicken coop, fruit trees and berry bushes. Driveway is a gravel surface. Recent upgrades include cedar shingles, metal roof, new windows, new patio door, wood stove/chimney, interior paint, bathroom upgrades in 2014. Heat is wood & electricity. Current heating costs approx, $1200 annually. Indoor living space is open concept. Off main living room area is a bathroom, laundry, bedroom and kitchen. Small screened in porch, which is utilized as summer dining area.

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