Baddeck Real Estate

                                                                         $380,000 Bucklaw

                                                                  11847 TransCanada Highway

Here it is folks…large ( 30 +-)acreage on the Bras d`Or Lakes , 140 acres in total after migration with a partially furnished executive home. Gorgeous ceramic and hardwood flooring. JennAire cooktop and custom cupboards complete the kitchen that overlooks the living room and the lake. Panoramic views of the waterfront invoke a sense of peacefulness. Greeted by a large entry and oak staircase, the viewer gets a sense of what is around the corner. Main floor laundry and shower allow chores to be done without having to climb stairs. Two of the upstairs bedrooms share the stunning views from downstairs. The lake is easily accessed by a lovely stroll or the road can accommodate a vehicle. Launch your boat and enjoy the water activities of your choice. Bras d’Or Lake water frontage of 1000 ft. +-. This gem needs to be seen to be appreciated. The loft measuring 24×22 is awaiting development. Call today for your private viewing. Measurements are approximate and wall to wall.

85006039 –     Listing Agent – Terri Brewer

Catherine E. Harvey Realties Ltd.

Baddeck, NS

902 295 2364 ph, 902 295 3019 fax

902 295 3472 home

www.harveyrealties.com

This is a partial explanation from Canadian Real estate Association on interest rates…..

As was widely expected, the Bank of Canada held its benchmark overnight lending rate steady at 0.25 per cent at its setting on January 19^th, 2010. The trend-setting Bank rate, which is set 0.25 percentage points above the overnight lending rate, remains at 0.5 per cent. 

With the economic recovery under way, the Bank acknowledged that the outlook for global growth was somewhat stronger than it had predicted in October, but stressed that this was still very much dependent on exceptional monetary and fiscal stimulus, as well as extraordinary measures taken to support financial systems. The Bank did, however, remove its comment regarding significant fragilities in the global economy, which had featured prominently in the previous two announcements.

 Economic growth in Canada turned positive in the third quarter, and is expected to have improved further in the fourth quarter, accompanied by an increase in total CPI inflation, and higher than expected core rate of inflation. 

The Bank said it believes that the Canadian economy will have contracted 2.5 per cent 2009, though annual data is not yet finalized. The Bank had originally predicted a 2.4 per cent decline. The Bank also made some small changes to its forecast for this year and next. The Bank now sees economic growth of 2.9 per cent in 2010, down slightly from the 3.0 per cent projection in October.

 For 2011, the forecast was upgraded to 3.5 per cent from 3.3 per cent last fall. The Bank said the private sector should become the sole driver of domestic demand in 2011, which is when government stimulus is set to expire.

 The Bank named a number of factors supporting Canadas economic recovery  policy support, increased confidence, improving financial conditions, global growth, and higher terms of trade. The Bank reiterated that the strong Canadian dollar and weak U.S. demand were the main drags on the Canadian economy. As a result, growth continues to be driven more by the domestic side and less by exports.

 The Bank said that the profile for the recovery in Canada was still consistent with its October Monetary Policy Report, saying inflation would return to the 2 per cent target in the third quarter of 2011. Conditional on this outlook, the overnight rate can be expected to remain at its current level until the end of the second quarter of 2010.

Terri Brewer

Catherine E. Harvey Realties Ltd.

Baddeck, NS

902 295 2364 ph, 902 295 3019 fax

902 295 3472 home

www.harveyrealties.com

                                                                      $395,000 Baddeck

                                                              8186 Trans Canada Hwy 105

This property features a new 3-BR home and detached double-car garage, set on a parcel of 50 acres (+-) with a panaoramic view overlooking the beautiful Bras d’Or Lakes, just west of the Village of Baddeck! This is a fantastic property! There are various unique and appealing features with this one! Contact us for details! No signs.

85013407 –     Listing Agent – Cathy Harvey

Terri Brewer

Catherine E. Harvey Realties Ltd.

Baddeck, NS

902 295 2364 ph, 902 295 3019 fax

                                                                     $299,999 Bucklaw

                                                                    12318 Highway 105

Situated in a quiet peaceful country setting in Bucklaw, about 15 minutes from Baddeck and 10 minutes from Whycocomagh, this three bedroom 1.5 storey home has been well maintained, and completely renovated, with careful attention to details which give the house its charming elegance and warmth .

Wonderful spacious open kitchen/dining area features a black granite island, corian countertops and custom-made oak cabinets. Hardwood flooring(oak) and ceramic tiles throughout. Infloor heating in kitchen and upstairs bathroom. Central vac. Drilled well. Septic. Recently built two-car (or boat!) garage is 32`x32` , has power, a new oil furnace, built in cabinets, central vac and a second floor( with balcony) which offers potential as an apartment loft.

Surrounded by mixed forest, which provides privacy, the area surrounding the house has been naturally landscaped with obvious care and attention. You won’t want to leave home!

Terri Brewer

Catherine E. Harvey Realties Ltd.

Baddeck, NS

902 295 2364 office, 902 295 3019 fax

902 295 3472 home

www.harveyrealties.com

$799,000 Meat Cove

Meat Cove Road (extension)

We are pleased to feature this exceptionally rare ocean side acreage at the top of Cape Breton Island. This listing offers approximately 90 acres +/-, accessed via public roadway, with at least one brook and a welcoming cleared area to take in phenomenal coastal views to St. Paul`s Island and beyond.

The land slopes steeply to about 500 metres of shoreline encompassing Black Rock Point, the historical Kismet II shipwreck site, Sheep Shore and a famous grassy knoll for awesome sights. The setting is very park like given the variety of local flora and fauna and aquatic delights. (*Includes PID 50097161.)

Terri Brewer

Catherine E. Harvey Realties Ltd.

Baddeck, NS

902 295 2364 ph, 902 295 3019 fax

902 295 3472 home

www.harveyrealties.com

$299,000 South Cove

South Cove Road

Build your dream home or holiday getaway on these 235 acres of paradise. This stunning property fronts on the Bras d`Or Lakes to the north west and the Washabuck River to the south east .

The waterfront is partly rocky with a sandy beach to one side. P.I.D 85007045 is included in this listing. Assessment reflects only 1 P.I.D. A sheltered cove on the Washabuck River makes this property attractive to boaters. Lines on aerial photo are approximate boundaries.

Directions From the Little Narrows Ferry turn left,reset odometer, travel 12 kilometers. ( Do not take the turn to Washabuck). The property is located another 300 feet up the South Cove Rd.

Happy Holidays to one and all!

Terri Brewer

Catherine E. Harvey Realties Ltd.

Baddeck, NS

902 295 2364 ph, 902 295 3019 fax

902 295 3472 home

terri@harveyrealties.com

www.harveyrealties.com

$200,000 Gillis Cove

832 Orangedale-Alba Road

Tucked away among the pine and spruce is this darling cottage with 445 feet of waterfront on the Bras d`or Lakes. Deep anchorage and panoramic views. Two bedrooms, full kitchen and bath with views of the lake. Enjoy all water activities from your engineered floating dock. Domestic water for the cottage is supplied by cistern. The large deck overlooks the entrance to Gillis Cove. Be at peace in this secluded hideaway and enjoy nature at it`s finest. Measurements are wall to wall and approximate. Directions: From the TCH to Orangedale-Alba road then travel 4.4 kilometers. Property is on RHS.

Have a super day!

Terri Brewer

Catherine E. Harvey Realties Ltd.

Baddeck, NS

902 295 2364 ph, 902 295 3019 fax

902 295 3472 home

www.harveyrealties.com

terri@harveyrealties.com

According to CREA:

MLS® residential sales activity showed more signs of recovery in the third quarter of 2009 in the area served by the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®. Year-over-year declines were the smallest in four quarters.

 Residential property sales were down only five per cent to 2,692 units in the third quarter. The shrinking decline was a result of smaller decreases in all three months of the quarter compared to earlier in the year. Sales activity in August actually posted the first year-over-year increase in over a year. The third quarter result stood just eight per cent below the record for the third quarter period set in 2007.

 Seasonally adjusted sales were up seven per cent on a quarterly basis (seasonal adjustment removes normal seasonal fluctuations). Building on the increase in the previous quarter, seasonally adjusted activity now stands 19 per cent above the low from the first quarter of 2009.

 MLS® detached home sales were down seven per cent year-over-year in the third quarter of 2009, the smallest decline in four quarters. Detached home sales activity was down in all areas except Cape Breton.

 The number of active listings posted the smallest year-over-year increase in six quarters in the third quarter of 2009. This resulted in a more balanced MLS® market for detached homes relative to a year earlier.

 With a more balanced MLS® market for detached homes, homebuyers took more time to shop than they had one year earlier, except in the Northern Nova Scotia and the Highland regions.

 The median sale price for MLS® detached homes rose six per cent from a year earlier to $199,500 in the third quarter of 2009.

 Median sale prices increased in all areas of Nova Scotia, rising the most in the Highland region (+13 per cent) to $151,400. The median price was up three per cent year-over-year to $235,000 in the Halifax-Dartmouth area.

 Terri Brewer

Catherine E. Harvey Realties

Baddeck, NS

902 295 2364ph,  902 295 3019 fax

902 295 3472 home

www.harveyrealties.com

terri@harveyrealties.com

$175,000 Sydney

767 Cottage Road

This ready to move in house has a beautifully landscaped lot close to all amenities such as hospital and schools. A gazebo and corner lot adds to the attractiveness of the property. Unique electric heating system.An Electric Thermal Storage (ETS) heating system gives you access to Nova Scotia Power’s special Time-of-Day rates. With Time of Day rates, power is approximately half price during the night and all day on weekends and holidays. That’s when your ETS stores up heat, then releases it whenever you need it, keeping you warm and cozy, day or night. ETS needs no combustion. No flames. No ductwork, ADT security, three bedrooms and one and a half baths,curb appeal and so much more.

Freshly painted with warm colours and lots of storage space. Front and back decks for your outdoor pleasure. Two electric fireplaces will remain with the property. Enjoy the herb garden. The location is ideal for young families and the neighbourhood has very well maintained homes. This one really needs to be seen to be appreciated.

Wishing one and all a super day!

Terri Brewer

Catherine E. Harvey Realties Ltd.

Baddeck, NS

902 295 2364 ph, 902 295 3019 fax

902 295 3472 home

www.harveyrealties.com

terri@harveyrealties.com

                                                                         $349,900 Baddeck Bay

2112 Highway 205

We are FEATURING an exceptional rural acreage less than five minutes from the full services of beautiful Baddeck and the bounty of the Bras d`Or Lake. This former homestead property has been meticulously maintained and adored and offers a fully functioning farm house, barns and grounds. Numerous access points to the forests are available from a variety of public highways. The modernized 4-bedroom house and buildings are privately set and conveniently located. Listing includes PID`s: 85086882 and 85066249 to total 205 acres +/-.

Wishing one and all a super day!

Terri Brewer

Catherine E. Harvey Realties

Baddeck

902 295 2364 ph, 902 293 3019 fax

902 295 3472 home