$1,649,000
FOR SALE

Commercial/Retail

11980 105 Highway
Bucklaw, NS B0E 3M0

A Cape Breton Castle! This extraordinary property presents a rare opportunity to complete and reimagine a landmark estate on almost 160 acres in Aberdeen, Cape Breton Island. Built in 1992, the castle-inspired structure is set within a striking natural landscape, highlighted by a rushing brook through the grounds, creating a truly unique atmosphere. Originally designed with commercial use in mind, the property has successfully operated as a luxury bed and breakfast and offers strong future potential as a retreat centre, boutique resort, or private estate. The expansive layout spans multiple levels and includes large common areas, 12 guest suites, a commercial kitchen, dining space, and recreational areas, reflecting the scale and ambition of its original vision. Significant progress has been made under current ownership, with major construction completed & extensive landscaping. Most of the exterior walls have been fully replaced with new studs, sheathing and most new windows installed, apart from the 'Great Room', providing a solid and modernized building envelope including most new roofing shingles. Interior finishing, including flooring, drywall in select areas, and painting, allowing a new owner to customize the final design and bring the project to completion. With the most intensive structural work behind you, the property is well positioned for transformation into an impressive destination. Surrounded by acreage, natural water features, amazing water views and access to the Bras dOr Lake, this is a rare offering for a buyer prepared to invest in completing a truly iconic Cape Breton property with exceptional scale and future potential. Purchase options could include a partnership opportunity with current owner who has an in-depth & profitable business plan along with a vision and passion for the property that was thought-out with the sellers late partner. A Cape Breton Castle could be your family legacy! (id:47421)
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Listed By RE/MAX Park Place Inc.
Data Provided By Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®
MLS® Listing Number 202600489
Last Updated May 19, 2026
Property Summary
Property Type Commercial/Retail

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Detailed Information
Amenities Nearby Highway, Shopping, Water Nearby
Community Features High Traffic Area
Listing Contract Date 2026-01-09
Location Description Following Highway 105, located between Whycocomagh & Baddeck.
Municipal ID 85006047
Ownership Type Freehold
Property Type Other
Transaction Type For sale
Views Lake view, View of water
Waterfront Type Waterfront
Business
Business Type Other
Business Subtype Other
Building
Amenities Laundry Facility, Living Accommodation
Constructed Date 1992
Construction Material Wood frame
Flooring Type Wood
Total Finished Area 10700 sqft
Parking Spaces
Name Spaces
Gravel
Other
Land
Total Size 159.6552 acres
Access Type Highway access
Acreage Yes
Amenities Highway, Shopping, Water Nearby
Size of Irregular Land 159.6552

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