Listed for sale at $579,999 CDN, Rhodes Manor is a remarkable example of Queen Anne Victorian architecture in Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada. Constructed in 1890 by the renowned local construction firm Rhodes & Curry, this historic residence showcases exceptional craftsmanship and design.
Rhodes & Curry, notable for their architectural contributions across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island, have a rich legacy that includes the construction of significant landmarks such as the Halifax City Hall (1889), The House of Alexander Graham Bell (1893) in Baddeck, Nova Scotia, the Presbyterian College of Halifax (1898), and the Marconi Wireless Towers (1902).
Featuring 8 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, Rhodes Manor offers versatile potential as a lucrative bed and breakfast or a spacious single-family home with the possibility for rental income. Located in the heart of Amherst, the property is conveniently situated about 30 minutes from the warm waters of the North Shore, with easy access to world-class golf, boating, and tourist attractions.
Recent updates to the property include new electrical wiring, plumbing, a natural gas boiler installed in 2020, new roofing on a portion of the home, updated windows and doors, new kitchen cabinetry with a large peninsula, and fresh exterior paint. The landscaping has been rejuvenated with new walkways and a re-graveled driveway.
Entering the home, visitors are greeted by a cozy vestibule leading to a grand entrance hall, highlighted by a spectacular staircase and stained-glass features, embodying the home’s historic elegance. The ground floor hosts a spacious study/family room with the original fireplace, a formal dining room with another fireplace, and a living room complete with authentic wood doors and a third fireplace.
The kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring a large island, a full bathroom, multiple entrances, a secondary staircase, and areas for laundry and storage. The second floor houses a unique breakfast area or potential ninth bedroom in the turret, four bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, and an additional bedroom.
The top floor includes a 1,000-square-foot apartment with a kitchen, living room, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms, offering further income potential. Rhodes Mansion is marketed by Jonathan David & Julie Mont of Property Guys Direct Realty for $579,999 CDN. Interested buyers can explore the property further through a Matterport 3D tour.
