Breathtaking Bras d’Or Lakes Views, Your Cape Breton Retreat Awaits! Discover the beauty of waterfront living in picturesque Irish Cove! This immaculate, approximately 1,600-square-foot chalet-style home sits on 2.67 acres of peaceful countryside, with two additional waterfront lots across the road offering approximately 315 feet of waterfrontage on the magnificent Bras d’Or Lakes. From the moment you enter, you’ll be captivated by soaring cathedral ceilings, an open staircase, beautiful hardwood floors, and a spectacular wall of windows showcasing panoramic lake views. The bright, open-concept living and dining areas flow into a beautifully updated kitchen featuring stunning quartz countertops, backsplash, and waterfall island, installed in September 2025. This well-maintained, two-bedroom, two-bathroom home features a main-floor bedroom, laundry, and full bathroom. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet, full bathroom, and inviting loft sitting area overlooking the living space. Designed for year-round comfort, the home features quality Polytech tilt-and-turn windows, skylights, electric heating, an ETS unit, wood stove, air exchanger, central vacuum, generator panel, and security system. Recent improvements include new roof shingles in 2023. Step outside to enjoy spectacular sunsets from your deck, beautifully wooded surroundings, and frequent visits from local wildlife. Additional features include a gazebo, storage shed, chicken coop, gardens, and a natural brook. Located between Sydney and St. Peter’s, approximately 20 minutes from Ski Ben Eoin, the marina, and The Lakes Golf Club. Whether you’re looking for a year-round residence or a peaceful lakeside getaway, this exceptional property offers the perfect combination of comfort, privacy, and natural beauty. Don’t just imagine the lifestyle, come experience it! Book your private viewing today
Highway 4 to Irish Cove to Lakeshore Drive West at the top of the hill just past Rest Stop.
Listing Sub-Area:
305-Richmond County / St. Peters & Area
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
2 Level, Chalet
Exterior Finish:
Vinyl
Year built:
2000
(Age: 26)
Age:
26
Bedrooms:
2
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Full Bathrooms:
2
Half Bathrooms:
0
Main Living Area:
1,008 sq. ft.93.6 m2
Floor Area:
1,008 sq. ft.93.6 m2
Building Dimenions:
24x42
Prop Size:
1 to 2.99 Acres
Lot Size:
2.87 acre(s)1.16 hectare(s)
Zoning:
RU
Water Type:
Brackish Water
Water Supply:
Drilled Well
Sewer:
Septic
Foundation:
Slab
Floor Finish:
Ceramic, Hardwood
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
None
Heating:
Baseboard, ETS (Elec Therm Storage), Stove
Fuel:
Electric, Wood
Utilities:
Electricity, High Speed Internet
Garage:
None
Driveway:
Dirt, Gravel
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Kitchen
11'6"3.51 m × 10'3.05 m
Main Floor
Dining Nook
12'3.66 m × 11'6"3.51 m
Main Floor
Living Room
23'2"7.07 m × 13'3.96 m
Main Floor
Laundry
9'2.74 m × 5'6"1.68 m
Main Floor
Utility
10'3.05 m × 5'6"1.68 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
10'3.05 m × 9'10"2.99 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
14'4.27 m × 11'3.35 m
2nd Level
Den/Office
14'4.27 m × 5'6"1.68 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
-
5' x 7'
2nd Level
No
-
6'5" x 8'2"
Balcony, Air Exchanger, Alarm System, Central Vacuum, Wood Stove(s), Gazebo
Deck, Barn
None
Stove, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator
Golf Course, Park, Ski Hill, Marina, Place of Worship
Partially Cleared, Sloping/Terraced, Stream/Pond, Wooded/Treed, Year Round Road
Data was last updated October 30, 2026 at 05:20 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
105
Avg list price:
$339,900
Min list price:
$69,500
Max list price:
$4,000,000
Avg days on market:
77
Min days on market:
5
Max days on market:
1,485
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$248.75
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
305-Richmond County / St. Peters & Area. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.