OCEANWOODS...Worlds Away! -- As far as the eye can see, the aptly named 'Oceanwoods' offers breathtaking vistas over undeveloped woodlands out to the blue waters of the open Atlantic with the historic Sambro Island Lighthouse punctuating the horizon. This exceptional property has been in the same cherished ownership for more than 40 years, and is now offered for sale. The extraordinary & wholly unique property is comprised of 3 parcels totalling 26.8 acres including the hilltop residential compound surrounded by natural gardens and a woodland trail that leads to more than 1100 feet of shoreline encompassing all of Wreck Cove with a secluded white sand beach. Well sited at the highest point of a small peninsula projecting into Sambro Harbour, the panoramic view planes from the home are mesmerizing. Designed by prominent Halifax mid-century modernist architect Aza Avramovitch in 1970, the main residence at Oceanwoods stands as a fine example of timeless design & quality craftsmanship. 2266 square feet of stylish living space is spread over 3 levels in the main house and attached fully self-contained guesthouse, providing 3 private sleeping quarters and 3.5 baths. A 3-season 'Summer House' was designed to complement the architecture of the main house and is an expansive and airy cedar beamed & glass walled structure that capitalizes on the incredible panoramas. Each of the buildings is connected by decks and organized around a natural stone terrazza with a central in-ground heated swimming pool. A 10-minute hike along a scenic woodland trail brings you to the shore and a beautiful crescent shaped sandy beach that enjoys a perfect southern aspect. Soul soothing Oceanwoods is a natural refuge just 30 minutes from the south end of Halifax. So close, yet a world away!
FROM HALIFAX: Take Dunbrack Street to its end and turn right onto Route 306-south (Old Sambro Rd). Continue 18 km then turn right onto West Pennant Rd. Drive 1.4km then turn left onto East Pennant Rd (look for the sign for Crystal Crescent Beach). Drive 240m then turn left and continue on Sambro Creek Rd another 1.5 km and watch for the driveway for civic #383 on your right. Realty sign posted.
Listing Sub-Area:
9-Harrietsfield, Sambr And Halibut Bay
Property Type:
Residential
Residential Type:
Single Family
Residential Style:
Detached
Title To Land:
Freehold
Home Style:
Contemporary
Property Known As / Body of Water:
Sambro Harbour / Wreck Cove
Exterior Finish:
Wood Siding
Year built:
1970
(Age: 56)
Age:
56
Bedrooms:
3
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Bedrooms Below Grade:
1
Full Bathrooms:
3
Half Bathrooms:
1
Main Living Area:
1,921 sq. ft.178 m2
Floor Area:
2,266 sq. ft.211 m2
Building Dimenions:
32.3 x 14.1 + 31.5 x 23 + 31.5 x 14.3
Prop Size:
10 to 49.99 Acres
Lot Size:
26.8 acre(s)10.8 hectare(s)
Zoning:
District 5, R-6 (Rural Residential)
Water Type:
Salt Water
Water Supply:
Drilled Well
Sewer:
Septic
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Floor Finish:
Carpet, Ceramic, Tile, Vinyl
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
New Constr.:
No
Basement:
Partially Developed, Walkout
Heating:
Baseboard, Fireplace, Hot Water, In Floor, Radiant
Fuel:
Electric, Wood
Utilities:
Cable, Electricity, High Speed Internet, Telephone
Garage:
Single, Built-In, Wired
Garage Description:
built-in single
Parking Description:
paved circular driveway
Driveway:
Circular, Paved
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
17'10¾"5.46 m × 12'1"3.69 m
Main Floor
OTHER
12'1"3.69 m × 9'7"2.93 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
19'5.79 m × 7'1"2.16 m
plus jogs
Main Floor
OTHER
13'8"4.18 m × 10'8"3.26 m
Main Floor
Primary Bedroom
13'1"3.99 m × 11'5"3.47 m
2nd Level
OTHER
13'3.96 m × 9'2"2.80 m
Lower Level
Bedroom
13'3.96 m × 9'6"2.90 m
Lower Level
Foyer
13'3.96 m × 4'1"1.25 m
plus jogs
Lower Level
OTHER
24'4"7.41 m × 11'1"3.38 m
Main Floor
OTHER
13'10"4.21 m × 13'3.96 m
Main Floor
OTHER
12'1"3.69 m × 9'11"3.02 m
Main Floor
OTHER
6'5"1.95 m × 5'1.52 m
Main Floor
Utility
8'4"2.53 m × 8'4"2.53 m
Main Floor
Sun Room
24'6"7.47 m × 20'4¾"6.22 m
less jog
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
-
5'2" x 4'8"
Main Floor
Yes
-
7'6" x 4'1"
Lower Level
No
-
6'6" x 5'11"
Main Floor
No
-
6'1" x 5'10"
Inground Pool, Alarm System, Ensuite Bath, Secondary Suite, Wood Fireplace, Gazebo, 1758
Listed by Red Door Realty(Lunenburg) and Red Door Realty
Data was last updated September 20, 2026 at 03:20 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
30
Avg list price:
$799,900
Min list price:
$224,900
Max list price:
$3,150,000
Avg days on market:
62
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
284
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$372.45
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
9-Harrietsfield, Sambr And Halibut Bay. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.