The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging.
The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging.
Description
Experience elegant country living at its finest on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. The Idle Hour is a newly restored ship captain’s home, located in the quintessential fishing village of Port Medway, Nova Scotia. The Idle Hour features a gourmet kitchen, indoor fireplace, 3 + 1 bedrooms, and a library devoted to the western classics. The property is set on 2 acres with 450 feet of oceanfront, adjacent to a stony beach. Access is by land or sea, with private anchorage. Available for events. Pricing TBD. The space 2,500 sq ft. Main house: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Double, 1 Day bed (expands to a Queen) Private mooring is available on request Whimsical screened-in porch suitable for outdoor dining, overlooking ocean and magical sunsets 2 paddle boards, 2 sea kayaks, 4 bicycles (2 adult and 2 children), and outdoor fire pit Located within the UNESCO SouthWest Nova Biosephere Reserve. Attractions/Events: - Port Medway Readers’ Festival - Art/History Shows - 2 historic lighthouses - Breathtaking Beaches nearby - Kejimkujik National Park - Historic Lunenburg nearby, UNESCO World Heritage Site Guest access: Full access to the main house, two acres of grounds, private oceanfront and screened in porch Other things to note: Office space available in fourth bedroom, with the day bed.
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Canada · Nova Scotia · Port MedwayCommunity Book-Direct Links
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