Ketch Harbour - Beach Property For Sale #743078

This magnificent home rises from the rugged granite shoreline of the Atlantic with 1600 feet of direct oceanfront surrounded by 41.7 acres of pristine wilderness with natural landscaping. The property borders 1800 acres of Crown owned land, you are guaranteed quiet privacy. The owners describe it as 'a place of peace and contemplation'. This glass and concrete retreat was executed by the New York architectural firm Alexander Gorlin and Associates. The 6000 sq feet of sophisticated living space consists of a series of interlocking pavilions constructed of reinforced steel and concrete , Starphire glass window walls to capture the ever changing ocean views, the roof is rolled Zinc, all to withstand the Nova Scotia Maritime climate. The heated floors throughout the interior are a beautiful imported polished limestone. Ketch Harbour is just 20 minutes to the capital city of Halifax which offers fine Restaurants, great Theater and curious Art Galleries. Halifax International offers direct flights to London, Toronto and New York. This home was Featured in February 2014 Architectural Digest when first built.