Nova Scotia is still rich with heritage architectural assets, but this ranks among a handful of the very best that remain in private hands and haven't become community museums. The reason is simple...this was a fine home when Christian Ernst built it in 1765, and each of the two successor family stewardships have understood how to combine modernization with preservation. You will feel privileged the minute you step inside!
Circa 1765 Christian Ernst built one of three exquisite capes on a hill overlooking the little seaport of Mahone Bay. Everything is still in place in this post & beam treasure: mouldings, beams, floorboards, chair rails, wainscoting (28 inch boards), gun stock corners, cross & bible doors, lots of original hardware, early Welsh dresser in the keeping room & superb corner cabinet in the parlour. The fireplace (original crane) still has a bake oven. The restoration & additions have been true to the period & today it is a liveable home worthy of any heritage mention. A shake roof, six over six windows, 2nd new fireplace, flag walkways & deck looking down on the three famous town spires. A small barn,5 acres of field & lawn with magnificent trees. Systems are all good & the foundation solid. Current décor reflects the 1980’s but that is largely superficial. This treasure is worthy of the effort! Full Upgrade Details Available.