A drive down the world famous Peggys Cove Road, perched above the sheltered waters of Modesty Cove, this beautiful oceanfront home blends timeless charm with modern craftsmanship. Built to R-2000 standard, the home spans three finished levels & showcases hardwood floors, custom millwork, & expansive windows that capture sweeping ocean views. The main floor features formal dining room & living room with propane fireplace, den & an open chefs kitchen with corian countertops & gas stove, that flows out to a wrap-around deck -ideal for entertaining or quiet coastal evenings. Also on the main floor is the laundry, a powder room & access to the double garage, screened in porch & bonus room over the garage that could be an office, studio or teen retreat. A grand staircase leads upstairs & includes a primary suite with a large walk-in closet & luxurious ensuite as well as the additional main bath & 2 more bedrooms. The walkout basement offers a large bright rec room, another full bath, the 4th bedroom, utility space & large storage room. The whole home ducted heat pump keeps the entire house comfortable & energy efficient, no matter what season. Over 1 acre of landscaped, park like grounds with gardens all around, extend to a private wharf & protected deep-water dock & secure mooring. Swim, boat, paddle, sail in the crystal clear waters. Approximately 15 min to Upper Tantallon or 30 minutes to downtown Halifax. Down the street from the popular Paddys Head dive site. A rare, beautifully crafted oceanfront retreat. 24 hrs notice requested for showings.
Take Hwy 333 (Peggys Cove Road) to Indian Harbour, Turn onto Paddys Head Road, 2nd property on right.
Listing Sub-Area:
40-Timberlea, Prospect, St. Margaret's Bay
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
2 Storey
Exterior Finish:
Wood Siding
Year built:
2006
(Age: 20)
Age:
20
Bedrooms:
4
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Bedrooms Below Grade:
1
Full Bathrooms:
3
Half Bathrooms:
1
Main Living Area:
2,536 sq. ft.236 m2
Floor Area:
3,614 sq. ft.336 m2
Building Dimenions:
34'X28'+jog+34'X22'
Prop Size:
1 to 2.99 Acres
Lot Size:
1.01 acre(s)0.41 hectare(s)
Zoning:
MRR-1
Water Type:
Salt Water
Water Supply:
Drilled Well
Sewer:
Septic
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Floor Finish:
Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Full, Walkout
Heating:
Baseboard, Fireplace, Heat Pump -Ducted
Fuel:
Electric, Propane
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Garage:
Attached, Double, Heated, Wired
Garage Description:
Attached Double
Parking Description:
Gravel
Driveway:
Double, Gravel
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Den/Office
12'3"3.73 m × 12'2"3.71 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
12'11"3.94 m × 10'3.05 m
X10"
Main Floor
Kitchen
20'8"6.30 m × 12'4"3.76 m
Main Floor
Living Room
17'5"5.31 m × 12'8"3.86 m
+jog
Main Floor
Laundry
12'7"3.84 m × 8'7"2.62 m
- jogs
2nd Level
OTHER
33'9"10.30 m × 14'4.27 m
2nd Level
Primary Bedroom
17'9"5.41 m × 12'3"3.73 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
13'4"4.06 m × 11'3.35 m
+jog
2nd Level
Bedroom
13'4"4.06 m × 11'3"3.43 m
-jog
2nd Level
OTHER
8'8"2.64 m × 8'5"2.57 m
Basement
Rec Room
31'11"9.73 m × 13'3.96 m
+14'X4'
Basement
Utility
12'6"3.81 m × 6'3"1.91 m
Basement
Storage
21'3"6.48 m × 7'5"2.26 m
Basement
Bedroom
12'4"3.76 m × 11'8"3.56 m
+jog
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
-
4'7" x 4'3"
2nd Level
Yes
-
12'3" x 10'
2nd Level
No
-
9' x 6'
Basement
No
-
12'4" x 5'11"
Air Exchanger, Alarm System, Central Vacuum, Ensuite Bath, HRV (Heat Rcvry Ventln), Air Jet Tub, Propane Fireplace, Radon Mitigation System, 1758
Deck, Patio, Dock
appliances, window coverings, bathroom mirrors
Propane Tank
Central Vacuum, Oven, Range, Stove - Gas, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Freezer - Chest, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Fridge, Water Purifier, Water Softener
School Bus Service, Beach
Landscaped, Sloping/Terraced
Bay, Harbour, Ocean
Yes
187'57 m
Access: Bay, Access: Harbour, Access: Ocean, View: Bay, View: Harbour, View: Ocean
Data was last updated June 3, 2026 at 03:20 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
178
Avg list price:
$724,900
Min list price:
$185,000
Max list price:
$3,495,000
Avg days on market:
47
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
341
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$336.69
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
40-Timberlea, Prospect, St. Margaret's Bay. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.