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 nature’s most spectacular performances—golden 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-free—no 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 home—it’s a lifestyle, a retreat, and a vantage point over some of Nova Scotia’s most captivating scenery. Plan your viewing today!
For sale
C$995,000
12809 Highway 1, Avonport, NS B0P 1B0
3beds
2,315sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 40
3.94 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$430/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 08, 2025 at 08:42am
Listed by:
Kevin Scott,
Royal LePage Atlantic (New Minas) Brokerage
Source: NSAR,MLS®#: 202520075
Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 190.19
- Dimensions: 13.92 x 13.67
Bedroom 1
- Level: Basement
- Area: 234.65
- Dimensions: 18.17 x 12.92
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 53.67
- Dimensions: 7 x 7.67
Bathroom 1
- Level: Basement
- Area: 48.97
- Dimensions: 6.83 x 7.17
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 102.67
- Dimensions: 9.33 x 11
Family room
- Level: Second
- Area: 336.1
- Dimensions: 18.25 x 18.42
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 227.21
- Dimensions: 11.08 x 20.5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 332.37
- Dimensions: 19.08 x 17.42
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Stove
Cooling
- Ducted Cooling
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- See Remarks, High Speed Internet, Master Downstairs
- Flooring: Porcelain, Softwood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,315
- Total interior livable area: 2,315 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,834
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage, Double, Gravel
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Parking Details(Long Gravel Driveway With Multiple Parking Spots)
Features
- Levels: 2 Storey
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 3.94 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Landscaped, Level, Sloping/Terraced, 3 to 9.99 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 55229983
- Zoning: A2
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish, Fuel Tank(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 40
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Drilled Well, Dug
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Electric, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Playground, School Bus Service
Location
- Region: Avonport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$430/sqft
- Price range: C$995K - C$995K
- Date on market: 8/8/2025
- Inclusions: Cooktop - Electric, Oven - Electric, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Microwave & Refrigerator
- Ownership: Freehold
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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