Historic 1890 Rhodes Manor Asks $579K in Amherst, Nova Scotia

This exquisite Queen Anne Victorian, known as Rhodes Manor, was built in 1890 by Amherst-based building business Rhodes & Curry and is on the market for $579,999 CDN in Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada. Specifics of the listing: In 1890, the famed Rhodes & Curry created this spectacular historical mansion in the Queen Anne Style. Their design and craftsmanship were second to none.

Rhodes and Curry arrived in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island to build a large number of structures. To mention a few, among its undertakings were Halifax’s City Hall (1889), The House of Alexander Graham Bell* (1893), Baddeck Nova Scotia, Presbyterian College of Halifax 1898, and Wireless Towers for Marconi 1902.

This massive and gorgeous 8-bedroom,  7-bathroom property might be a profitable B&B or a huge single-family home with rental revenue. Situated in the center of Amherst, Nova Scotia, about 30 minutes from the North Shore’s warmest seas. World-class golf, boating, and sightseeing are all within minutes of each other.

World-class golf, boating, and sightseeing are all within minutes of each other. Wiring, plumbing, a new natural gas boiler (2020), new roof shingles on 34% of the roof, new windows, a new door, new kitchen cabinets with a huge peninsula, a freshly painted exterior, all new walks, landscaping, and a re-graveled driveway were all recently updated.

You enter this property through a small-scale vestibule with finely made woodwork that continues throughout the home from the attractive covered porch. Then there’s a big entryway with a stunning staircase and stained glass. The old-world charm abounds and is magnificent.

Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty
Jonathan David & Julie Mont, PG Direct Realty

A large study/family room with the original fireplace and entrance to the sunroom, a large formal dining room with another original fireplace, and a beautiful living room with authentic double wood doors to the foyer, pocket door to the dining room, and another original fireplace are all located off the foyer.

A huge eat-in kitchen with an expansive island, a complete bathroom, two entrances, a back stairs, and a laundry and storage space are located off the dining room. There is a breakfast area in the turret (or 9th bedroom) on the second floor, 4 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, and one more bedroom in the back of the house.

This three-story building has a 1,000 square foot apartment on the third level with a kitchen, living room, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. Increased earning possibilities. Jonathan David & Julie Mont of Property Guys Direct Realty have the Rhodes Mansion listed for $579,999 CDN. Experience the Matterport 3D tour!

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