Built by Captain Melanson in 1916 this outstanding property has always been an admired home in the scenic Community of Gilberts Cove ,where the shoreline is accessible and the view of St Mary's Bay and Spectacular sunsets is one of the many great features enjoyed by the owners of this property. Very well built with a full stone/walkout basement and 2 rear decks overlooking the Bay. Currently a side by side duplex with one side rented and the other side awaiting your new residence - Many recent tasteful upgrades carried out by the current owners, including kitchens , baths , flooring, roofing, decor , rear deck ,new water line from the well to the house ,insulation upgrades, and much more all in keeping with the character of the home ,which boasts warm handsome wood work , architecturally designed columns , double French folding doors when you enter the dining room and living room, and foyer- appealing fireplaces remain but chimneys closed . The home boasts the added enjoyment of the most beautiful sunroom with windows all around to capture the days sunlight - a great place to read and relax or gather with family and friends. If you like to explore ,walk trails and love the salt water , this is the property for you! 2.3 Acres of land with ample garden space to enjoy your own home grown food, a walking trail through the woods to the beach where warmer water swimming is a treat , rock hounding , exploring , or just relaxing and taking in the panoramic views and the best sunsets ever ! A large 2 car garage with plenty of space for storage and or a workshop - paved drive with room for a few cars , plus attractive grounds . Handy to Weymouth Village ,the University Sainte Anne , Digby and Yarmouth Immediate possession is available for you with the added benefit of a rental income featuring great tenants - don't wait -view today :)
From Digby or Weymouth take Hwy #101 to Gilberts Cove - property is on the St.Mary's Bay side at Civiv #6777
Listing Sub-Area:
Digby County
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Duplex
Residential Style:
Side By Side
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
2 Storey
Property Known As / Body of Water:
St. Mary's Bay
Exterior Finish:
Wood Shingles, Wood Siding
Age:
104
Bedrooms:
4
Bedrooms Above Grade:
4
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Full Bathrooms:
3
Half Bathrooms:
0
Main Living Area:
3,265 sq. ft.303 m2
Floor Area:
3,265 sq. ft.303 m2
Building Dimenions:
31 '6 x 74 '
Prop Size:
1 to 2.99 Acres
Lot Size:
2.3 acre(s)0.93 hectare(s)
Zoning:
N/A
Water Type:
Salt Water
Water Supply:
Dug
Sewer:
Septic
Foundation:
Poured Concrete, Stone
Floor Finish:
Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl Plank
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Full, Walkout
Heating:
Baseboard, Heat Pump -Ductless
Fuel:
Electric, Pellet
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Garage:
Detached, Double, Wired
Garage Description:
Garage/Workshp with basement 32' x 20'6 with 10'wide x7'high steel door and a 6'6 sliding wood door
Parking Description:
Paved Driveway with parking for 2-4 cars
Driveway:
Double, Parking Spaces(s), Paved
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Sun Room
22'6.71 m × 9'10"3.00 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
16'4.88 m × 11'3.35 m
Main Floor
Dining Nook
10'6"3.20 m × 9'2.74 m
Main Floor
Foyer
8'6"2.59 m × 7'6"2.29 m
Main Floor
Living Room
20'6.10 m × 12'3"3.73 m
2nd Level
Primary Bedroom
21'6.40 m × 12'1"3.68 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
13'3.96 m × 6'5"1.96 m
+9x2
2nd Level
Storage
13'7"4.14 m × 5'7"1.70 m
2nd Level
Sun Room
25'7.62 m × 7'6"2.29 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
12'10"3.91 m × 10'10"3.30 m
+4'7x3'2
Main Floor
Dining Nook
15'9"4.80 m × 12'3.66 m
+6'10x2x3x3
Main Floor
Foyer
15'6"4.72 m × 6'1.83 m
Main Floor
Living Room
17'4"5.28 m × 11'3.35 m
+ 6'10x2x3x2 (bay
Main Floor
Utility
13'1"3.99 m × 5'1.52 m
2nd Level
OTHER
9'3"2.82 m × 5'11"1.80 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
16'11"5.16 m × 11'6"3.51 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
12'5"3.78 m × 11'10"3.61 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
-
8'5" x 9'3"
Main Floor
No
-
7' x 10'
2nd Level
No
-
8'9" x 9'
Deck
Fridge , Stove, vent hood, electric fireplace. Pellet Stove (West side unit) Kenmore Dryer, Hisense Fridge, Whirlpool electric Stove with vented hood/ RCA Microwave , Silhouette Wine Cooler
Tenants Book Case unit (2nd floor)
None
Range - Electric, Dryer - Electric, Washer, Microwave Rng Hd Combo, Refrigerator, Wine Fridge
Public Transit, School Bus Service, Place of Worship, Beach
Data was last updated April 26, 2026 at 09:20 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
142
Avg list price:
$344,750
Min list price:
$55,000
Max list price:
$1,895,000
Avg days on market:
86
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
1,041
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$233.89
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and located in
Digby County. Average values are
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