Welcome to 70 Skinners Cove East Road in Melville—a versatile property that truly offers something for everyone. Set on 2.3 private acres with ocean access, this year-round single-family home combines comfort, space, and coastal charm. The property features a garage, garden shed, and a partially fenced backyard—perfect for keeping children and pets safe. Inside, the main floor offers a functional layout with a kitchen, dining room, laundry room, bathroom, and bedroom. The bright living room showcases cathedral ceilings and a beautiful view of the ocean, creating a warm and inviting space to relax. Upstairs, you’ll find a second full bathroom, a spacious bedroom, and a primary bedroom. A convenient side entrance leads to the basement, which is dry, spacious, and ideal for storage or future development into additional living space. Just down the road, you’ll find access to a wharf where you can moor a boat, along with picturesque beaches on either side—perfect for enjoying the coastal lifestyle. Located just minutes from River John, approximately 20 minutes to Tatamagouche, and about 30 minutes to the historic town of Pictou, this property offers both privacy and accessibility. Whether you’re looking for a family home, a seasonal retreat, or an income property, this one checks all the boxes. Don’t miss your chance to own this coastal gem.
For sale
C$359,900
70 Skinners Cove East Rd, Pictou, NS B0K 1N0
3beds
1,452sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
2.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$248/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
Ocean accessGarden shedPartially fenced backyardCathedral ceilingsFunctional layoutDining roomLaundry room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Donna Fitzgerald,
RE/MAX Fairlane Realty Brokerage
Source: NSAR,MLS®#: 202607991
Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®
Originating MLS®#: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 109.53
- Dimensions: 9.09 x 12.05
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 183.26
- Dimensions: 14 x 13.09
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 56.32
- Dimensions: 8 x 7.04
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 35.63
- Dimensions: 5.04 x 7.07
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 84.79
- Dimensions: 9.4 x 9.02
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 106.47
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 9.1
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 209.76
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 16
Heating
- Baseboard, Heat Pump -Ductless, Stove
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Oven, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,452
- Total interior livable area: 1,452 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,452
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Single, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Details(Single Detached)
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Ocean Access
Lot
- Size: 2.3 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Landscaped, Rolling Slope, Softwood Bush, 1 to 2.99 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 00840371
- Zoning: Rural
- Other equipment: No Rental Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Drilled Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Electric
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Marina, Beach
Location
- Region: Pictou
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: C$248/sqft
- Price range: C$359.9K - C$359.9K
- Date on market: 4/20/2026
- Ownership: Freehold
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Donna Fitzgerald
Donna Fitzgerald
(902) 897-5154
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Price change | C$359,900-10%C$248/sqft |
Source:  NSAR #202607991 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Listed for sale | C$399,900C$275/sqft |
Source: NSAR #202607991 Report a problem | ||
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: B0K
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