5258 HWY 17
MURRAY HARBOUR NORTH, Prince Edward Island C0A1R0

Restored horsehair plaster is found throughout this charming home. Modern wiring and plumbing has been installed, although the latter is isolated to a small footprint so as not to intrude on the spirit of the original surroundings. Many 'found' historic details - sketches and signatures on the walls, birchbark sheathing from under the roof and newspaper clippings from behind the walls - have been preserved for future owners of the home. Four acres of easily maintained gardens (based on the English country model) have been carefully cultivated and mature trees surround the house. Among those trees is the magnificent centerpiece; a spectacular horse chestnut tree that was brought up from Boston on the same ship as the framing timbers. The ocean is visible in the distance from the kitchen and living-room, and a freshwater stream runs along the western edge of the property. A five-minute walk from the home will take you to sand beaches and charming fishing harbours. (18333916)