Set along the shoreline of a tranquil, protected inlet, this charming home captures everything that makes coastal Nova Scotia living so special—privacy, views, and a sense of calm the moment you arrive. From the moment you step through the front door into the sunroom, the home welcomes you with warmth and character. This light-filled space offers both garden and water views and flows into the kitchen, which provides a functional layout with an opportunity for future updates to suit your style. The adjoining living room is rich in character, featuring an ornamental coal fireplace, woodstove, and updated wide plank flooring that adds both charm and comfort. The main level also offers excellent flexibility with a dedicated home office—ideal for remote work or a quiet retreat—as well as a full bathroom for added convenience. Upstairs, you’ll find three inviting bedrooms, including a primary suite with generous closet space and beautiful sunset views over the water—an ever-changing backdrop that never gets old. A second full bathroom on this level adds to the home’s practicality for families or guests. Set on a mature, landscaped lot, the property offers space to enjoy the outdoors, with a paved driveway and a detached 1.5-car garage providing both convenience and storage. Whether it’s morning coffee overlooking the inlet or quiet evenings watching the light shift across the water, this home is designed to be experienced. Located in the coastal community of Musquodoboit Harbour, you’re surrounded by natural beauty while still within reach of local amenities and an easy drive to the city. This is the kind of property that feels like home the moment you arrive—and one that’s increasingly hard to find.
8742 Highway 7
Listing Sub-Area:
35-Halifax County East
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
2 Storey
Exterior Finish:
Vinyl
Year built:
1915
(Age: 111)
Age:
111
Bedrooms:
3
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Full Bathrooms:
2
Half Bathrooms:
0
Main Living Area:
1,872 sq. ft.174 m2
Floor Area:
1,872 sq. ft.174 m2
Building Dimenions:
To Follow
Prop Size:
Under 0.5 Acres
Lot Size:
0.5 acre(s)0.2 hectare(s)
Zoning:
MU
Water Supply:
Well
Sewer:
Septic
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Floor Finish:
Hardwood, Laminate
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Undeveloped
Heating:
Baseboard, Forced Air
Fuel:
Electric, Oil
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet
Garage:
Detached, 1.5
Garage Description:
Detached
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
18'10"5.74 m × 13'6"4.11 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
15'3"4.65 m × 12'10"3.91 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
13'5"4.09 m × 11'5"3.48 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
11'2"3.40 m × 10'8"3.25 m
2nd Level
Primary Bedroom
15'2"4.62 m × 11'11"3.63 m
2nd Level
Bedroom
11'10"3.61 m × 8'7"2.62 m
2nd Level
Family Room
19'5"5.92 m × 15'6"4.72 m
Propane Tank
Landscaped
No
View: Bay, View: Ocean
8742 HIGHWAY 7 LOT 2A SMITHS SETTLEMENT DWELLING GARAGE
Data was last updated April 10, 2026 at 01:20 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
69
Avg list price:
$399,000
Min list price:
$87,900
Max list price:
$1,800,000
Avg days on market:
84
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
918
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$319.38
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
35-Halifax County East. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.