Property for Sale: Pleasant Bay Riverfront
Acreage: |
11 ac |
Price: |
$23,000 plus HST |
Listing Title: |
Pleasant Bay Riverfront |
Listing ID: |
50 |
Location: |
Pleasant Bay, Inverness Co., Cape Breton Highlands National Park |
Coordinates: |
Latitude: 46.82° North Longitude: -60.791° West |
Category: |
Waterfront |
Services: |
HIgh speed internet |
Quick Summary
11 acres - adjoins beautiful Grande Anse River. Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Polletts Cove Wilderness area neadby.
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Pleasant Bay Riverfront: Land Details
As can be seen from the mapping, this parcel has a level area at the northwestern corner and then drops quickly to the Grande Anse River. Grande Anse River is a beautiful river flowing out of the Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The property is wooded with a mixture of softwood and hardwood trees.
The property does not adjoin any public road and no mention is made in the deed about access across adjoining lands. For this reason the property has an attractive price. The purchaser will have to consult with adjoiners regarding this access issue.
The property has over 1,000 feet of river frontage and is about 11 acres in size.
Directions to Property
From the Cabot Trail at Pleasant Bay - turn off to Red River and proceed 0.7 km to a road on the right called Old Indian Trail. About 1,000 feet up this road (pass the last house) the road narrows. You should park your car here. The road continues to the right. About 400 feet down this road turn right into the forest. About 150 feet to 200 feet into the woods you will come to the property.
Area Data: Pleasant Bay, Inverness Co., Cape Breton Highlands National Park
The first settlers to Pleasant Bay arrived in 1828 - John MacLean and Donald MacIntosh came from the Isle of Skye, Scotland. They were soon joined by other Scottish and Irish immigrants who claimed most of the coastal lowlands. By 1850, settlements spread out and Red River became part of Pleasant Bay. The first land grants where given to Edward Timmons and John Hinkley in 1856. The area witnessed extraordinary events at sea - 1874 was the "Year of the Flour" when barrels of flour washed ashore, presumably from a burning ship; 1875 was the "Year of the Butter", in which a thousand pounds of butter, in tins, floated in with the tide; and in 1931, perhaps the most talked of, was the "Year of the Rum", when dozens of barrels of contraband rum from a capsized ship made their way to the shore... unbroken. Today, about 350 people live in Pleasant Bay. Fishing is the main livelihood -- lobster in spring and cod, crab and mackerel in summer and fall. Being located near the Cape Breton Highlands National Park - tourism is also a main employer in the summer and fall seasons. Pleasant Bay has become a whale watching centre with tour boats leaving dockside on a daily basis during the summer/fall season. This life away from the pressures of the city is a gift that the residents do treasure. Autumn is a spectacular time of the year to enjoy the vibrant red, yellow and orange hues of the forests continuing on for miles, reminding you of a beautiful patchwork quilt. Winter life involves mending lobster traps for the next season, snowmobiling, visiting, and cross country skiing. Winter roads are maintained by the National Park through the mountains and by the Department of Transportation in the village. The roads are very well maintained to ensure safe travel of students to school in Cheticamp and the delivery of mail. Shopping, banking, medical and dental appointments are completed in Cheticamp, Sydney, or Halifax. Pleasant Bay is a wondrous oasis for hiking ,fresh seafood, and peaceful encounters in nature . The forest land abounds in many species of birds, coyotes, fox, snowshoe hare, and of course moose. So breathe in the salt air, pick wild flowers and blueberries, watch eagles soar, and talk to friendly helpful residents.