$285,000
FOR SALE

Detached

Bedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 2

1520 Back Road
River Bourgeois, NS B0E 2X0

St. Peters area, 100-Acre Farm with Brook, Barn & old Homestead Welcome to a beautiful, historic farmstead offering approximately 100 acres of privacy and potential just a short drive from both St. Peters and Port Hawkesbury, and only minutes to the local hospital. At the heart of the property is a year-round brook, a man-made pond, and a peaceful setting perfect for farming, homesteading, or creating a new rural business. The land features an old apple orchard, trails once used for horses, and a solid, elevated parking area near the house thats currently grown in with grass but still accessible and practical. A large 40x80 barn sits on the land, full of character and history, ready for restoration or repurposing. The old farmhouse was partially restored over 25 years ago to run a small business, and while the main level has been lived in, it now requires refurbishing. You can choose to restore the existing home or build your dream farmhouse in this incredible setting. Other features include: A large commercial-grade septic system A high-capacity drilled well producing 21 imperial gallons per minute A very private location at the end of a public road the snowplow clears right to the driveway A former public road through the property that is no longer maintained or in use, enhancing your seclusion Whether you're looking to farm, create a horse property, run a rural business, or simply enjoy a peaceful life surrounded by nature, 1520 Back Road is a rare and special offering a true gem in Cape Bretons countryside. (id:47421)
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Listed By Cape Breton Realty
Data Provided By Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®
MLS® Listing Number 202517329
Last Updated Apr 26, 2026
Property Summary
Property Type Detached

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Community River Bourgeois
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Detailed Information
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Community Features School Bus
Listing Contract Date 2025-07-11
Location Description from Highway 4 turn left onto Back Rte Road, continue approx 5 kms to #1520 on left.
Municipal ID 75228452
Ownership Type Freehold
Property Type Single Family
Transaction Type For sale
Building
Basement Type Crawl space
Constructed Date 1925
Construction Style (Attachment) Detached
Exterior Finish Wood shingles
Flooring Type Wood
Stories Total 1.5
Total Finished Area 1050 sqft
Type House
Utility Water Well
Rooms
Room Level Dimensions Notes
BedroomSecond level12. x 15
BedroomSecond level12. x 15
BedroomSecond level10. x 12
Bath (# pieces 1-6)Second level7. x 10
KitchenMain level9. x 14
Dining roomMain level10. x 13
Living roomMain level15. x 21
Primary BedroomMain level12. x 18
Bath (# pieces 1-6)Main level10. x 11
Laundry roomMain level6. x 7.5
Parking Spaces
Name Spaces
Gravel
Land
Total Size 100 acres
Acreage Yes
Sewer Septic System
Size of Irregular Land 100

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