$990,000
FOR SALE

Detached 2 Level

Bedrooms: 5Bathrooms: 5

256 Redbird Drive
Big Harbour, NS B0E 2Y0

Cape Breton Island is one of Canadas premier vacation destination and this property is an exceptional showcase of its beauty and lifestyle. Nestled on the shores of the Bras dOr Lake, (Canadas largest Inland Sea), this property encompasses 2 building lots with over 6.37 Acres with 800ft of sandy beach. The home is over 5000sf with 4 large bedroom, 3 full baths and 2 half baths in an open concept floor plan with quality and luxury at every turn. Its a natural setting with lots of additional outdoor living space plus a full walk out basement to a landscaped waterfront setting. The property offers the latest in technology efficiencies including Solar Panels, security and a large detached garage.. Additionally, this property has an AirBNB history of significant returns to supplement your ownership costs. Management and maintenance support is all in place. This is an oasis of natural, tranquil waterfront living at an EXCEPTIONAL Value. (id:47421)
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Listed By Engel & Volkers (Wolfville)
Data Provided By Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®
MLS® Listing Number 202528674
Last Updated Feb 25, 2026
Property Summary
Property Type Detached

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Community Big Harbour
Price History

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Detailed Information
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 5
Amenities Nearby Golf Course, Beach
Community Features Recreational Facilities
Features Sloping, Balcony
Listing Contract Date 2025-11-20
Location Description From Halifax - Drive through Marble Mountain, drive through Malagawatch until you see the sign announcing Militia Point Rd ( You are on the right track) keep on going until you see another dirt road on the right, REDBIRD Drive.
Municipal ID 50327824
Ownership Type Freehold
Property Type Single Family
Transaction Type For sale
Waterfront Type Waterfront on lake
Building
Age 7 years
Appliances Oven, Gas stove(s), Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Wine Fridge
Architectural Style 2 Level
Construction Style (Attachment) Detached
Exterior Finish Wood shingles
Flooring Type Ceramic Tile, Cork, Hardwood
Foundation Type Poured Concrete
# of Half Bathrooms 2
Stories Total 2
Total Finished Area 5212 sqft
Type House
Utility Water Dug Well
Rooms
Room Level Dimensions Notes
BedroomSecond level19.7X14.11
Ensuite (# pieces 2-6)Second level8.9 x 5.6
BedroomSecond level19.7X14.11
Bath (# pieces 1-6)Second level14.11 x 5.1
BedroomSecond level12.3X20.4
Family roomSecond level29.6x25.4
KitchenMain level23.7X11.7
Dining roomMain level8.5X17.6
Living roomMain level23.5X13.2
DenMain level11.11X12.2
Primary BedroomMain level12.10X14.11
Ensuite (# pieces 2-6)Main level7. x 9.8
FoyerMain level14.7X17.2
Bath (# pieces 1-6)Main level6x5.2
BedroomMain level9.6X12.3
Parking Spaces
Name Spaces
Garage
Detached Garage
Gravel
Land
Total Size 3.07 acres
Acreage Yes
Amenities Golf Course, Beach
Landscape Features Landscaped
Sewer Septic System
Size of Irregular Land 3.07

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