$925,000
FOR SALE

Detached

Bedrooms: 2+1Bathrooms: 2

12809 1 Highway
Avonport, NS B0P 1P0

A Rare Hilltop Masterpiece with Breathtaking Ocean Views! Perched high above the Minas Basin with panoramic views of Blomidon and beyond, this one-of-a-kind 3+ acre estate offers a front-row seat to natures most spectacular performancesgolden sunrises, fiery sunsets, moonlit winter nights, fishing boats returning to harbour, and even the northern lights. Eagles soar overhead, songbirds fill the air, and the peace here is truly unmatched. Crafted for beauty and longevity, the solid brick exterior and striking stone-and-wood interior are virtually maintenance-freeno drywall, just timeless natural finishes. Inside, expansive living spaces are filled with light from towering windows, while two wood stoves, a ducted heat pump, and a propane furnace ensure year-round comfort. Custom details abound, from hand-carved wood accents to a unique pantry and solid oak interior doors weighing 200 lbs. each. Recent updates include refinished main floors (2024/25), luxury vinyl plank in the lower level, and porcelain tile in the kitchen, entry, and bath. The kitchen features porcelain tile countertops and backsplash, paired with a reverse osmosis water system. Outdoors, two expansive decks, including one with an outdoor kitchen, invite you to relax and take in the endless views. Practical features include three independent wells (2 drilled, 1 dug), a walk-in root cellar, wired sound system and a hickory shed with lifetime warranty. The 12" to 18" thick exterior walls keep the home well insulated, quiet and efficient. Located just minutes from Hantsport, Windsor, Wolfville, and Annapolis Valley wineries and farm markets, this private sanctuary offers the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience. This is more than a homeits a lifestyle, a retreat, and a vantage point over some of Nova Scotias most captivating scenery. Plan your viewing today! (id:47421)
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Listed By Royal LePage Atlantic (New Minas)
Data Provided By Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®
MLS® Listing Number 202520075
Last Updated May 09, 2026
Property Summary
Property Type Detached

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Community Avonport
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Detailed Information
Bedrooms 2+1
Bathrooms 2
Amenities Nearby Playground
Community Features School Bus
Equipment Propane Tank
Features Sloping, Level
Listing Contract Date 2025-08-08
Location Description Take Highway 101 to Exit 9 in Avonport, head toward Hanstsport and watch for civic #12809 and Royal LePage Atlantic / Kevin Scott Real Estate Team sign on your left hand side.
Municipal ID 55229983
Ownership Type Freehold
Property Type Single Family
Rental Equipment Propane Tank
Structures Shed
Transaction Type For sale
Views Ocean view, View of water
Building
Age 40 years
Appliances Cooktop - Electric, Oven - Electric, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Microwave, Refrigerator
Basement Development Partially finished
Basement Features Walk out
Basement Type Full (Partially finished)
Construction Style (Attachment) Detached
Cooling Type Central air conditioning, Heat Pump
Exterior Finish Brick
Flooring Type Porcelain Tile, Wood, Vinyl Plank
Foundation Type Poured Concrete
Stories Total 2
Total Finished Area 2315 sqft
Type House
Utility Water Drilled Well, Dug Well
Rooms
Room Level Dimensions Notes
Family roomSecond level18.3 x 18.5
OtherSecond level6.4 x 7.3 - WIC
BedroomSecond level13.11 x 13.8
BedroomBasement18.2 x 12.11
Bath (# pieces 1-6)Basement6.10 x 7.2
KitchenMain level11.1 x 20.6
Dining roomMain level9.4 x 11
Living roomMain level19.1 x 17.5
Primary BedroomMain level13.10 x 16.1
Bath (# pieces 1-6)Main level7. x 7.8
Parking Spaces
Name Spaces
Gravel
Land
Total Size 3.9381 acres
Acreage Yes
Amenities Playground
Landscape Features Landscaped
Sewer Septic System
Size of Irregular Land 3.9381

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