488 Grand Lake Rd, Annapolis, NS B0S 1G0

This exceptional property in one of the most desirable lakefront communities in the area, is suitable for year round or seasonal living, and will feel like your own private resort. Offering a beautifully crafted main house, plus a separate building with a large workshop on the main level, and a guest apartment/studio (with kitchen) on the 2nd level, and a deck overlooking the lake. A carport connects this building to a large storage building with veranda and wood shed. The beautiful sandy beach is one of the best on the market, and the lake is excellent for boating and swimming, with a comfortable depth to swim or wade between the shore and floating platform. The property will easily accommodate large gatherings of friends and family. The lot is very private and wooded, enhanced by Japanese-inspired landscaping and a pond, decks, ample parking, raised vegetable beds, all designed to blend with the natural beauty of this lakefront setting. The house features a central main living area with cathedral ceiling and magnificent masonry fireplace (with insert) set with local stone. Huge windows frame views of the gardens and lake, and multiple doors open to the wrap around deck. The custom kitchen, crafted by a skilled cabinet maker, includes a pantry, butcher block island with dishwasher, and a breakfast bar. An entry hall offers closet space and adjacent powder room. The loft above the living room is a perfect second bedroom or office. A large primary suite with soaring vaulted ceiling, offers a walk in closet, private enclosed screened porch with lake view, and a well appointed ensuite with tiled shower and separate soaking tub. Additionally there is a family room, also with vaulted ceiling, with large windows and French doors on 2 sides, leading to the deck. Off that room is a laundry/utility space. Located just 20 minutes from Annapolis Royal, 30 minutes from Digby, and 30 minutes from Kejimkujik National Park. Year round road maintenance fee $130/year.