South Shore Seen: McGowan Lake

Immobilien Beschreibung

Dieses ca. 8.550 qm große Grundstück von nahezu dreieckigem Zuschnitt erstreckt sich großzügig am McGowan Lake entlang. Das Ufer ist überwiegend mit Kieselsteinen bedeckt, der Rest des Grundstücks ist baumbestanden.

Es liegt am Ende einer mit Gravel ausgeschotterten Sackgasse und ist umgeben von Staatsland, so dass sie hier eine idyllische Ruhe vorfinden.

Der private Zuweg wird von der Gemeinde unterhalten, eine Stromleitung führt bis zu dieser Parzelle.
Bauen sie gleich heute oder bewahren sie sich dieses einmalig schöne Stück Land für zukünftige Vorhaben auf.

Auf der gegenüberliegenden Seeuferseite befindet sich eine Forellenaufzucht, die eine Vielzahl von Seen entlang der South Shore beliefert.

So bietet sich dieses Angebot Sportfischern und leidenschaftlichen Anglern besonders an, da sie nicht nur vom eigenen Ufer aus fischen können, sondern aufgrund der guten Lage auch an vielen öffentliche zugänglichen Seen in der näheren Umgebung.
Ein wahres Paradies – genießen sie die prächtige Natur Nova Scotias und lassen sich verzaubern.

In dem nahegelegenen Caledonia finden sie alle notwendigen Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, unter anderem auch einen NSLC, Restaurants, eine Apotheke und eine Schule.

Online Map  http://www.robinsonharmsen.com/house.php?lang=eng&det=210&

Moving to Nova Scotia?

Moving to Nova Scotia? Part 2

Now that North America is still digging itself out of the latest recession, it’s time to reflect on what we found here and what keeps us from going back to Alberta. Is it the scenery…?    Is it the people? Just ask the customers at my husband’s Quest Coffee roastery.    They’d likely say “BOTH”.
We considered British Columbia 14 years ago, and made a few buying trips even. Little did we know that the Whistler cafe we decided against pursuing would be the site of the 2010 Olympics!! However, the other opportunities on Vancouver Island seemed also ‘not quite right’. It felt like the active Lifestyle went 24/7 — because it did! Not much of an escape from the rat race of Calgary.

Then while looking on the Internet (way back in 1996) a chance link from a mountain biking site in BC, to a cycling site in the Maritimes, caught my eye. The scenery was stunning. The tourism descriptions were envious. And the real estate was either gorgeous or so affordable my jaw dropped.
So taking the plunge cold turkey, we came to stay. “It was a cold and stormy night” when we rolled into Dartmouth and almost turned around.  Having never seen a downtown developed over 300 years, it was chaotic. However living in a B&B in Halifax for 3 months while searching for ‘home’ was almost like a mini-vacation. The Valley , which had caught our attention online with it’s Victorian mansions and cheap land ended up feeling too isolated.

The South Shore of Nova Scotia however, had less heat & humidity and more mix of old and new. The tourist favoured areas were quiet, since it was winter. The beaches were heavenly… solitude and sand dunes. Even in the summers they are unspoilt by vendors or fees! There’s also more lakes here than people — almost. So many waterviews, so little time. Well, actually though, time ticks slower in NS. It’s pretentious to quote, so i’ll just summarize this saying, that belongs to someone else: “We’re so far behind here, we’re ahead”.
Think about that. A sluggish but stable economy… little crime… also some stores that still close on Sundays. Even  REALTOR(R)’s have a Life, despite what those Canadian commercials say. So if you find this appealing, feel free to contact me about moving here, even part of the year. Lunenburg County prices only went backwards 6% according to Canada Mortgage and Housing . If you can be even further from the airport, the deals increase. Check out my other blogs for more photos, and talk to you soon!
PS>  to get to: Moving to Nova Scotia? A Followup,  click the link below, or copy and paste it into your browser
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~Bettina

Bettina {Gouthro} Grunwald

Exklusiv Bauernhof im Lunenburg County

Wohnfläche: 

Die Hobby Farm steht ebenfalls zum Verkauf (Angebotsnr. SS-2231)

Immobilien Beschreibung

Die Kutschfahrten beginnen und enden am Bluenose Drive, dem, wegen des nahegelegenen Fischereimuseums und der zahlreichen Restaurants im Hafenbereich, am stärksten von Touristen frequentierten Straßenzüge Lunenburgs.

Da die Pferde und Kutschen auf einer kleinen Hobby Farm (diese steht ebenfalls zum Verkauf) in unmittelbarer Nachbarschaft zu Lunenburg gehalten werden, benötigen sie keinen extra Transporter, wodurch jedwede Transportkosten für Tiere und Material entfallen. Diese beliefen sich jährlich auf ca. $100.000.

Das Geschäftsvermögen beziffert sich auf ca. $100.000 und umfasst im Wesentlichen sämtliches Pferdegeschirr, Zierschuhe der Pferde, vier Kutschen und diverse andere Ausrüstungsgegenstände. Die Angestellten werden den Wechsel des Geschäftsinhabers mittragen und dem Unternehmen treu bleiben. Der Verkäufer ist bereit, den Käufer in der ersten Saison mit Rat und Tat zu unterstützen, um diesen in sein neues Geschäft einzuführen.

Auch während der kommenden Jahre steht er für Rückfragen gerne zur Verfügung, da er großes Interesse am Fortbestehen des Betriebes hat: „Wäre es nicht schade für das Unternehmen die Einheimischen, ja ganz Lunenburg, wenn es dieses alteingesessene Traditionsunternehmen nicht mehr gäbe!

“Eine Fahrt mit einer Kutsche von „Trot In Time Buggy Rides Ltd.“ gilt bei Lunenburgs Touristen als ein MUSS.

Distinct Advantages of being in Lunenburg County

Business on the South Shore

You might think that living in a rural community means that you are trading your fish for eggs – not so in Lunenburg County! True, the area was founded in fishing industry, but now, the area boasts a healthy and diverse economy. From seafood, organic produce, and Christmas tree farming to manufacturing of tires, medical products and aerospace components, Lunenburg County offers a lot of big business for a small town type of region.

The Lunenburg-Queens Regional Development Authority works in partnership with local municipalities, provincial and federal government officials and the private sector to promote economic development in the area. There is even a young professionals group that meets monthly to network and support one another. High speed internet will soon be available throughout the entire region and will go a long way towards increasing the region’s collaborative approach to economic development and sustainability.

Lunenburg County has the third highest concentration of tourists in the Province (behind Halifax & Cape Breton), making tourism a core contributor to the prosperity in the region. In 2007, $61,030,000 in revenues from tourism helped to generate 1400 direct and 500 indirect jobs. Over 23 million in taxes were generated for the municipality, and now residents are reaping the benefits of this through numerous infrastructures projects that will serve to increase the quality of life in the area. Strategic thinking, opportunity identification, and planning, both from the government and from the local citizens, is helping to create a bright and sustainable future for Nova Scotia’s Lunenburg County.


The distinct advantages of being in Lunenburg County:

• Positive approach to business and community development
• One hour from downtown Halifax and its international airport
• Numerous infrastructure projects is increasing the standard of living
• Diverse opportunities for sports activities, museums, and festivals
• Local food sources keeps cost of living down and quality of life up
• Full digital telecommunications network with high-speed internet access

reblogged by Bettina

Bettina Gouthro Grunwald
Managing Associate Broker,

Robinson Harmsen Lifestyle Real Estate Inc.

Parrot's Pins Bistro und Bowling Bahn

Immobilien Beschreibung

Für nur 85.000 CAN$ umfasst dieses attraktive Angebot sowohl die Geschäftsräume, die Eigentümerunterkunft, zahlreiches Mobiliar als auch die außergewöhnlich gut ausgestatteten Kegelbahnen.
Das ganzjährig betriebene Bistro ist zu jeder Jahreszeit gut besucht und regelmäßig ausgebucht. In einer Übergangsphase würde Ihnen der jetzigen Eigentümer das für den eigenverantwortlichen Betrieb notwendige Fingerspitzengefühl vermitteln und in seine Erfolgsgeheimnisse einführen: Solide Hausmannskost mit frisch zubereiteten Gerichten und einer exotischen Getränkeauswahl runden den Spaß für jede Altersgruppe ab.
Im seit 1992 schrittweise vollständig renovierten Gebäude stehen zusätzliche Räumlichkeiten für geschäftliche oder private Veranstaltungen zur Verfügung.

Gegend

Von Halifax aus kommend, folgen Sie dem HWY #103 bis zur Ausfahrt 23. Hier fahren Sie auf die Lighthouse Route, um in Lockeport nach links auf die Hall Street abzubiegen. Bereits die erste Straße rechter Hand ist dann die Beech Street. Die Gebäude befinden sich direkt am Hafen.
Aus Richtung Yarmouth nehmen Sie die gleich Route, verlassen aber den HWY #103 an der Ausfahrt 24.

Im Preis inbegriffen sind Klimaanlagen, Dunstabzugshaube und Feuerschutzsystem, Herd, Mikrowelle, Tiefkühlschränke, Boiler, Kühlschrank, Gläser, diverse andere Küchenutensilien, die technische und mechanische Ausstattung der Bowlingbahnen, Bowlingkugeln, Schuhe für den Verleih und die Tische und Sitzgarnituren

Address

8, 10 Beech Street, Lockeport, B0T 1L0 

Property Information   Auf Deutsch   http://www.robinsonharmsen.com/house.php?lang=de&det=200&

Built ca. 1950,  updated since 1992

Annual property taxes:

2010 Commercial taxes - $3,472.74 & Residential $513.13

Living and business space:   4,600 sq ft

Lot size: 6,450 sq ft.

Alarm system, cable TV, high-speed internet ready

 

IN TRANSLATION:   Business for Sale including premises and owner suite. Most chattels included for starting price of $85,000. Rare candlepin lanes, with easy mechanicals. Established bistro customers year-round; Reservations Recommended! Some training and creative flair coaching included. Keep it simple and satisfying? Fresh food -- exotic beverages -- fun for all age groups. (Layout drawing available). Space for further rental or business opportunity. 

Location of property

From Halifax: Take HWY 103 to exit 23. Follow Lighthouse Route to Lockeport, turn left at stop sign (Hall St.). Next right is Beech St. Buildings are 1.5 blocks toward harbour. From Yarmouth, same directions, but take exit 24.

Inclusions to the sale are commercial and household air conditioners, rangehood and fire protection system, stove, 1 microwave, 2 pot deep fryer, single deep fryer, boiler, fridge, glassware, utensils, bowling care products, pinsetting equipment, spare parts, pins, balls, bowling shoes, seating and tables.

Also includes PID 80078496.  For more photos please click http://www.robinsonharmsen.com/house.php?lang=de&det=200&

 Thank you!

~Bettina

Bettina Gouthro Grunwald, Managing Associate Broker

Contact:  http://www.robinsonharmsen.com/bio.php?per=15

Den "Toy Maker" von Lunenburg

Immobilien Beschreibung

Die Vorstellung, der Eigentümer einer der angesehensten Holzspielzeug-Unternehmen in Kanada zu sein und in dem schönen Lunenburg in Nova Scotia zu leben, wäre beides mit diesem Lifestyle Business möglich.

Den "Toy Maker" von Lunenburg gibt es seit über 30 Jahren und er stellt kreatives und qualitativ hochwertiges Spielzeug her. Vom Geduldsspiel, Puzzel bis zum Geschenkartikel. Die neuen Eigentümer würden hier nicht nur eine schöne Immobilie kaufen, sondern ein stilvolles Unternehmen mit Namen und langjährigen Erfahrungen.

Der Produktionsbereich erstreckt sich über zwei Stockwerke auf 185 qm. Das 250 qm große Wohnhaus ist sehr komfortabel, geräumig und hell. Die Raumanordnung ist gut durchdacht und der große Granit-Kamin bildet das gemütliche Zentrum des Hauses. Ein Fußbodenheizsystem sorgt für ein angenehmes Raumklima.

SOLLTEN SIE AM ERWERB DES GESCHÄFTS UND DER MARKE - OHNE DIE IMMOBILIEN - INTERESSIERT SEIN, UM ES GEGEBENENFALLS AN ANDERNORTS ZU BETREIBEN, SO NEHMEN SIE BITTE MIT UNS KONTAKT AUF. DER VERKÄUFER BIETET OPTIONAL SÄMTLICHE AKTIVA, DIE MASCHINEN, DEN MARKENNAMEN UND DEN LAGERVORRAT SOWIE DIE GESCHÄFTSVERBINDUNGEN UNABHÄNGIG VON DEN IMMOBILIEN ZUM KAUF AN.

 http://www.robinsonharmsen.com/property/113.html

Nova Scotia Lifestyle Businesses

What is a Nova Scotia Lifestyle Business?  According to Wikipedia, “a lifestyle business is a business that is set up and run by its founders primarily with the aim of sustaining a particular level of income and no more; or to provide a foundation from which to enjoy a particular lifestyle”.  In Nova Scotia, these businesses are often family run, and/or tourism related. 

Useable Waterfront like the saltwater Lahave River, in Bridgewater

Also, creative endeavors are able to be grown by an individual, and “typically have limited scalability and potential for growth because such growth would destroy the lifestyle for which their owner-managers set them up. However, lifestyle businesses can and do win awards and provide satisfaction to their owners and customers.”

An example of such a Lifestyle business is the Harbourview B&B in Cape Breton. 

On the waterfront side of the property, there are an additional 6 fully winterized, suites housed in modular buildings. Each suite has a queen size bed, a double pull out bed in the sitting area, a small kitchenette with microwave and fridge, 4 piece bathroom (toilet, sink, tub with shower), and satellite TV.

Outside the house, the huge deck has been enclosed; guests and locals will soon be able to enjoy morning coffees and lobster suppers in the cozy comfort of this Oceanside space.

With its proximity to local colleges, Harbourview is able to rent out its motel units to students on a weekly or monthly basis; this is especially beneficial during the off-season time periods; in short, these units provide a steady source of income throughout the year. There is also a view lot across the street, which includes an income-generating bungalow; and, behind the house, a separate parcel of undeveloped property is available to allow for expansion. Just imagine the potential of this fabulous lifestyle business!

Built by Embree Shipbuilders in 1880, this 222 square metre heritage home, appropriately named Captain James Embree House, not only stands as a testament to the craftsmanship of the day, but as a rich legacy of Nova Scotia’s maritime culture. Harbourview is located in the town of Port Hawkesbury, which lies at the bridge way between mainland Nova Scotia and Cape Breton; as such, it is a popular place to stay not only for travellers, but also for those who have business within Nova Scotia. Harbourview is centrally located within walking distance of the town centre, the waterfront boardwalk, pubs, restaurants, banking, and shopping.

"This 4-bedroom heritage home offers you and your guests plenty of cosy and charming living space. Every immaculately kept room has bead board floors which have retained their original colour and patina. This is not surprising, given that the high traffic floor areas have been covered with antique floor cloths, and that the house has changed hands only five times in the past 128 years. There have been many upgrades inside the house, including updated bathrooms and a new electrical system".

For an amazing PDF, please click to see the 9 page Expose on www.RobinsonHarmsen.com.

(Ohhhhh  the views from the oceanfront facing side of the property!)
And just FYI, the neighbouring home you see on the Google streetview, is no longer there!

Contact: http://RobinsonHarmsen.com

Bettina Gouthro Grunwald

Managing Associate Broker

Moving to Nova Scotia?

Moving across Canada , in winter, to a place you've never been takes courage.
Some would say Nerve.
Even as in... 'the Nerve of those people'.
As a C.F.A (Come From Away) it always amused me when people would stare in shock and say what are you doing here when I would tell 'em we came from Calgary. And that was over 12 years ago. Since then, a number of rural and city folk have gone 'Down the Road' over to Alberta to see if the grass was greener. It isn't. At least not right after a recession, or prairie summers LOL.

brook leading to the Lahave River

In fact, NOVA SCOTIA is one of the few markets in North America that didn't see mass layoffs and housing price Panic. Our "South Shore" has the benefit of being Neither Boom nor Bust usually. So our real estate is reasonably affordable, and stable in growth. Try telling the UK market why Nova Scotia prices haven't sank much while the Pound, and property values most places, took a bubble bursting decline. However those with plans of immigrating OR a seasonal residence can still get a wonderful dream property for local prices. Some parts of the world have restrictive tax systems and two tiered list prices if you are not born there...

Nova Scotia hobby farm

I wasn't "born" a Maritimer, but I can see why so many that were now can't wait to come back. Better beat that Baby Boomer rush, eh. We chose to move here, have our children here, build our businesses and our Lives here. Are you so lucky too?
BTW, this much snow isn't typical on the South Shore of Nova Scotia
...Kids are delighted that school gets cancelled for "storm days"

Bettina Grunwald

~Bettina {Gouthro} Grunwald
Cellular: 902 212-0543

Commuting to Bridgewater

Recreational property owners on the outskirts of Town, dream of retiring to their waterfront "summer places".

If the road is year-round, many will build for the best of both worlds...

Owners continue to work in the center of the South Shore, or  carpool to the City.  The surrounding photos are samples of the attainable waterfront home that can be for weekends or for everyday.

For interior photos and exteriors of other seasons, please click www.robinsonharmsen.com to get in touch.

Fall is so gorgeous in Nova Scotia, it is hard to imagine having to go inside.  Luckily the hardwood trees will be changing all along your commute too!

Come for an autumn drive and experience the waterfront 'surrounding and through' the middle of Bridgewater.

Check out this attached film from my colleagues on Labelle, the area featured above.

Cheers,
~Bettina.

Bridgewater Family Homes

Family homes in Bridgewater

The vitality in Bridgewater lies not in Tourism, but it's 'generations' of citizens; Less caught up in ancestry, and more concerned with industry, and keeping its young people from leaving for larger centres.

The recreation centre and Riverfront Renaissance projects are proof that Bridgewater has turned a corner of sorts. There is recognition that these features attract young families/professionals and a healthier tax base for infrastructure. Their children and Come From Away residents are important to the overall mix of a Retirement Mecca that can be more self-sufficient and support a higher standard health care system.

Family homes in Bridgewater are typically lower priced and more casual than urban property. There is an element of rural life in having larger yards and knowing your neighbours. The following is a sample of what can be rented or bought for an attainable payment with local incomes.

• Peaceful neighbourhood within a walk to the movie theatres, malls, and new parks.
• Short drive to hospital and Exit 12 Big Box Outlets.
• Hiking and biking trails galore.

" Sought after subdivision in a community growing with opportunity".

Bridgewater is a town striving to be vibrant, clean, and a good place to live and work.

A community that meets today’s needs, and the needs of future generations.

In other words, “sustainable”, or one that supports an attractive economy,

a healthy and equitable population, with green planning. As the largest town on the South Shore,

it services surrounding areas in all directions.

You can click on the Bulleted Points to link to contact information for your real estate needs

Bridgewater Sustainability Festival

Bridgewater Sustainability Festival 2010  is  Green and GROWING.   The Town of Bridgewater is host to another FREE street festival to highlight and celebrate green community initiatives, on August 21st.  As a past vendor and participant in the first sustainability festival held at Shipyards Landing, I encourage you to come early and plan to have FUN.

This year's festival extends from the Bridgewater Integrated Community Sustainability Plan – a long term vision for how ALL people in our community can live within the earth’s means, while meeting Their basic needs. For 2 years, leaders from all walks of life met to hash out what mattered economically and personally.  I was the company representative for one of these Sustainability Partners.

This year's festival organizers want to attract over 500 participants including guests, volunteers, vendors and performers. The festival is family friendly and there will be activities for all ages. And unlike a lot of activities today, admission is FREE to Growing Green!

The festival will include: music, local book readings, art displays, food & drink, kid & family activities, community group booths, skills demonstrations and workshops, a family-oriented parade to promote safe walking and cycling, and a 115KM bike ride!

All of the events are designed to promote participation and open up " the discussion" on living more green. The festival strives to celebrate and inspire healthy, ecological lifestyles. 

Growing Green! is funded by the Town of Bridgewater & local sponsors and coordinated by a team of Community Volunteers, Town Staff & Council.

Date & Time: Saturday August 21, from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.

Location: King Street, between Empire St. and Dominion St. (Street closed to car traffic 7:00 am to 4:30 pm - so come on foot or park on nearby streets)

Must See's

• Expanded Bridgewater Farmers' Market & local food & drink
• Information and activities that help you live greener and healthier
• Environmentally responsible products and services for all areas of life
• A special "town greening" action, that Everyone can take part in!
• Art display at the Bridgewater Library
• Local authors, kids activities & belly dancers!
• FREE corn boil @ Noon… and much, much more!

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