59 Fort Amherst Road St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador A1C 5H2
$775,000
The magnificent view from this waterfront cottage will leave you breathless. Perched on the Narrows, at the mouth of St. John's Harbour, experience sunrises over the Atlantic Ocean & sunsets over the city’s skyline. This exceptional property sits on the foundation of an 18th century fortification & site of the original Harbour Pilot House, which helped vessels navigate the harbour opening. With a permit issued for a new build, the foundation (concrete, some beams & some old flooring as a base) was retained but the remainder was rebuilt & completed in the Spring of 2014; 2 x 6 construction, walls, windows, doors, clapboard siding & torch-on-roof, creating an exterior reminiscent of its era. An HVAC system, kitchen appliances, stackable washer & dryer, electric heat, a Pacific Energy woodstove for cold & chilly Newfoundland nights, along with municipal services, provide modern comforts with a rustic feel. The main floor has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath with laundry closet & an open concept kitchen-dining-living area, with floor-to-ceiling windows, presenting the most stunning of views. The lower level offers a family room, walk-in closet, another potential sleeping space, full bath & an unfinished area for a workshop, craft room or storage with a small porch giving basement entry & exit. With the ocean’s water lapping at the rocks below, The Battery & Signal Hill your daily view across the harbour, easy access to East Coast Hiking Trails & historic downtown St. John's, with its lively bars, world-class dining & unique shops just minutes drive, you can live the dream! Watch ocean liners, cruise yachts, small fishing boats, whales & icebergs without leaving your doorstep! Magical views & easy-going living can all be yours in this oftentimes serene yet dramatic setting! Regardless of the season, the views from this property will not disappoint! Note this property is an active Vrbo rental with 5-star reviews. Sale includes all furniture & effects making it a turnkey operation. (id:18358)
Property Details
| MLS® Number | 1264720 |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| Amenities Near By | Recreation, Shopping |
| Equipment Type | None |
| Rental Equipment Type | None |
| View Type | Ocean View |
Building
| Bathroom Total | 2 |
| Bedrooms Total | 3 |
| Appliances | Refrigerator, Microwave, See Remarks, Stove, Washer, Dryer |
| Architectural Style | Bungalow |
| Constructed Date | 2014 |
| Construction Style Attachment | Detached |
| Exterior Finish | Other |
| Fireplace Fuel | Wood |
| Fireplace Present | Yes |
| Fireplace Type | Woodstove |
| Fixture | Drapes/window Coverings |
| Foundation Type | Concrete |
| Heating Fuel | Electric, Wood |
| Stories Total | 1 |
| Size Interior | 1615 Sqft |
| Type | House |
| Utility Water | Municipal Water |
Land
| Access Type | Water Access, Year-round Access |
| Acreage | No |
| Land Amenities | Recreation, Shopping |
| Sewer | Municipal Sewage System |
| Size Irregular | 13,618 Sq Ft |
| Size Total Text | 13,618 Sq Ft|10,890 - 21,799 Sqft (1/4 - 1/2 Ac) |
| Zoning Description | Residential |
Rooms
| Level | Type | Length | Width | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basement | Porch | 5.6 x 5.2 | ||
| Basement | Storage | 11.3 x 8.5+5.0 | ||
| Basement | Not Known | 10.4 x 11.4 | ||
| Basement | Bath (# Pieces 1-6) | 3 piece | ||
| Basement | Other | 10.4 x 11.4 | ||
| Basement | Family Room | 10.4 x 9.6 | ||
| Main Level | Bath (# Pieces 1-6) | 4 piece | ||
| Main Level | Bedroom | 11.0 x 9.6 | ||
| Main Level | Bedroom | 10.9 x 9.0 | ||
| Main Level | Other | 11.0 x 8.4 | ||
| Main Level | Living Room | 11.0 x 13.0 | ||
| Main Level | Not Known | 11.0 x 13.0 |
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