Heating
Heat pump (Electric)
Set on park-like 4+ acres bordering a tranquil brook, this estate offers serenity and accessibility, on a well-maintained school bus route. The fully-updated 1864 century home and adjoining self-contained guest house built in 2004 includes 6+2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2 kitchens—ideal for single-family living, extended family arrangements, or income-generating opportunities. Outdoor features include lush gardens, an expansive 1200 sqft deck, pool-side gazebo, outdoor dining area gazebo, campfire area, screened-in porch, pool, and 5-person hot tub—perfect for entertaining or unwinding. Stay connected with true fibre-optic internet for working remotely or streaming movies and shows seamlessly. Energy efficient mini-split heat pumps heat and cool the entire space in winter and summer, with separate back-up heating systems if needed. A hybrid heat pump hot water heater supplies both homes. A generator supplies power to both homes in the event of outages. Separate Maritime Electric meters for century home and guest house. A 560 sqft outbuilding has an insulated space for studio or workshop. Guest home has previously operated as an Airbnb under business name “Brookside Manor” and was provincially licensed and inspected by Quality Tourism Services. Achieved Superhost and Premier Host status on Airbnb and Vrbo and was rated 4.5 stars out of 5 on Canada Select. Always fully booked during summer. New architectural roofing shingles and new pool liner installed in 2023. New premium flooring installed throughout century home in 2024. All furnishings, as well as a zero-turn John Deere lawn mower, standby generator, snowblower and ATV with plow are separately negotiable, for a turnkey opportunity. The Confederation Trail and Breadalbane Nature Trail are located nearby. Property is located in the rural municipality of Breadalbane, which includes a community centre, library, tennis court and park. Many local community and family-oriented events are hosted, such as art shows, music nights, Christmas craft fair, and much more. A craft brewery featuring live music is only minutes away, all complementing an enchanting island way of life.