For Sale: 4289 River Side Road West, Durham, NS

About this home

Just steps from the West River and nestled on a private, tree-lined lot, this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath century farmhouse seamlessly blends timeless character with meaningful updates, including a new roof, heat pumps, and a newer septic system. Impeccably maintained throughout, the home radiates pride of ownership, with pristine finishes and meticulous attention to every detail. Inside, elegant wide crown moulding, classic wainscoting, and a wood-burning fireplace with a brick surround anchor the spacious main living area. The sun-filled wraparound sunroom doubles as a home office, offering sweeping river and field views. Upstairs, a central staircase leads to four bedrooms, each adorned with hardwood floors and period trim.A standout feature is the 9-year-old addition, complete with its own eat-in kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and living room that opens onto a private deckideal as a turnkey in-law suite, guest space, or Airbnb unit, with ramp access for easy entry. The unfinished basement provides a woodshop, laundry hookups, and ample storage, while two more full bathrooms complete the main house. Outside, the lawn gently slopes to the waters edge, where the West River offers exceptional fishing just minutes away from your back doorperfect for casting a line before breakfast or after work. Mature trees, a fire pit, and a wraparound deck create inviting outdoor living spaces. For the handyman, hobbyist, or collector, the detached triple-bay garage is a dream: spacious and ideal for vehicles, toys, tools, or a full workshop setup. Tucked at the end of a peaceful country lane with sweeping farmland and river views, this property delivers move-in-ready systems, income potential, and genuine rural privacy for anglers and nature lovers alikewith the added convenience of a P-8 school and high school just five minutes away. (id:63626)

Listed by: Fred El-Haddad, Blinkhorn Real Estate Ltd.

Home facts and features

Price details

List Price

$589,000

Home facts

Bedrooms

Full Bathrooms

Partial Bathrooms

Parking Details

Paved Yard, Detached Garage, Garage, Parking Space(s), Gravel

Property Type

House

Lot Size

5.12 acres

Depth

Title

Freehold

Exterior Finish

Vinyl, Aluminum siding

Heating Type

Heat Pump, Baseboard heaters, Forced air, Oil, Electric, Ductless, Furnace

Cooling

Wall unit, Air Conditioned

Basement Details

Unknown

Features

Treed

Amenities

32in min Hallways, 5ft min Bathroom Turning Radius, 5ft min Kitchen Turning Radius, Entry less than 3 steps, Entry threshold less than ½ inch

Appliances

Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Agent details

Primary Agent

Fred El-Haddad

Primary Broker

Blinkhorn Real Estate Ltd.

Listing details

Days on REW

31 Days

MLS® Number

202618690

Source

Canadian Real Estate Association

Board

Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®

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Schools nearby

10 Schools are within 104km

Upper Musquodoboit Consolidated Elementary School

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K - 6
In Catchment

Duncan MacMillan High School

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7 - 12
In Catchment

Sheet Harbour Consolidated School

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K - 6
In Catchment

Dutch Settlement Elementary School

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K - 6
In Catchment

Lakefront Consolidated Elementary School

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K - 6
In Catchment

Oyster Pond Academy

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K - 9
In Catchment

Eastern Shore District High School

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10 - 12
In Catchment

Gaetz Brook Junior High School

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7 - 9
In Catchment

École Des Beaux-Marais

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K - 5
In Catchment

Porters Lake Elementary

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K - 6
In Catchment

4289 West River East Side RoadDurham, NS, B0K 1H0