Welcome to “Lee Side”, an authentic 1940’s oceanside cottage in a private enclave on sought after Herman’s Island.
Lee Side may look like a movie set but this classic cottage-by-the-shore is an absolute original…a time capsule that will take you back to fond memories, and inspire hopes of what ‘summers at the cottage’ could be again. Indeed, Lee Side has been the cherished venue for one family’s summer memories for over 80 years -- and for the first time, this special property is being offered for sale. Not only that, but the cottage is also being offered completely turnkey so its new owners can move right in and start making generations of their own family memories.
The delightful and cozy interior begins with its kitchen with open shelving and side pantry, opening to the oh-so comfy living room under vaulted ceiling, then extends to the cottage-wide and view-filled sunroom, and further unfolds to the outdoors and an expansive terraced deck. There’s plenty of space inside and out for the grown-ups to relax with views over the gently sloping lawn down to 100 feet of sand and pebble shore frontage where the kids can beachcomb or swim the summers away in the gentle waters of Mahone Bay.
The charming cottage has all the character and patina of yesteryear with its open rafters and multi-paned windows, but extensive system upgrades over the years ensure that Lee Side is poised to provide many more generations of happy family memories. Upgrades include a new septic system in 1992, a new concrete foundation with full basement in 1997, and complete re-wire with 200 Amp electrical service in 2005.
The full height concrete basement with double width walk out is perfect as-is to store the beach toys, small water crafts, and all that lawn & deck furniture at the end of the season; or convert this high and dry lower level to additional living space.
The area is well known as a boating and sailing paradise, the swimming is also excellent. It may seem a shame to say it, but high-speed internet is available. The Lunenburg Yacht Club also calls Herman’s Island home and is just 2 minutes down the road, while the amenity rich towns of Lunenburg and Mahone Bay are both less than 10-minute scenic drives in opposite directions. If you live in HRM your family escape to the shore is a mere hour away.
Now, browse through the collection of photos, watch the Aerial Video, or take the3D Virtual Tour. Feeling Nostalgic yet?
FROM LUNENBURG or MAHONE BAY: Follow Hwy-3 and turn onto Herman’s Island Rd at the Old Black Forest Restaurant. Follow signs to Lunenburg Yacht Club. Cross bridge to Herman’s Island and continue on Herman’s Island Road about 400 meters then turn left onto Herman’s Island North Side Road. Continue about 300 meters and watch for the Red Door Realty sign and driveway for civic #71 on your left.
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