Coastal ICF Bungalow on Mason’s Point — Head of St. Margaret’s Bay | Halifax Real Estate

Executive Overview

Positioned on a private 26,824-square-foot lot facing St. Margaret’s Bay, this custom oversized ICF bungalow on Mason’s Point delivers 4,167 square feet of refined living space — 2,142 on the main level alone — within one of the Halifax Regional Municipality’s most coveted coastal enclaves. Built in 2015 using full insulated concrete form construction to the roofline, the residence offers a rare combination of structural resilience, superior energy efficiency, and a quiet that must be experienced to be appreciated. With five bedrooms, three full bathrooms plus a powder room, a fully developed walkout lower level, heated double garage, and extensive upgrades completed between 2022 and 2024, this property represents outstanding value in the Halifax real estate market.

Head of St. Margaret’s Bay is a sought-after coastal corridor just twenty-five minutes from downtown Halifax, placing this home at the intersection of seaside serenity and urban convenience. It is ideally suited to executive families seeking space and top-tier schools such as St. Margaret’s Bay Elementary and Bay View High, retirees drawn to one-level coastal living, or multigenerational households that require flexible, self-contained accommodation on both levels.

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Property Highlights

The moment you step through the enclosed front foyer — a practical luxury on the Nova Scotia coast — you are met by a striking propane fireplace that anchors the open-concept living room, dining room, and kitchen. With the living room measuring a generous 20.5 by 24.1 feet and the dining room at 11.3 by 13.7 feet, the main entertaining space is substantial without sacrificing warmth. A wall of windows floods the area with natural light, framing views of the mature, treed lot and the coastal landscape beyond. The kitchen, at 11.8 by 14.10 feet, features an extended island overlooking the backyard and lower grounds, with hardwood and ceramic flooring throughout the main level adding texture and durability.

The main level provides true one-floor living with a generous primary bedroom suite measuring 15.9 by 15.8 feet, complete with a 9.10 by 9.7 foot ensuite bath featuring a water jet tub, plus a walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, a dedicated den or home office, a full main bathroom, a combined laundry and half-bath room, and a well-appointed pantry round out the floor plan. Thoughtfully placed garden doors allow individual rooms to be closed off from the open-concept core when privacy is desired. Entry can be made through the front foyer or directly from the heated, wired two-car attached garage.

Below grade, the fully developed walkout lower level is anything but an afterthought. Nine-foot coffered ceilings and an abundance of natural light create a space that functions as a true second floor. A large family room at 23.6 by 15 feet, a second den or office at 16 by 15.3 feet, a spacious fifth bedroom at 15.9 by 15.3 feet, a full bathroom, a flex room, and an expansive exercise room measuring 23.7 by 31.5 feet offer immediate livability — or a self-contained in-law suite, teen retreat, or rental unit, supported by a separate exterior entrance and the potential for a second driveway serving the lower level independently.

• Full ICF (Insulated Concrete Forms) construction to roofline — exceptional energy efficiency, soundproofing, and structural integrity
• Stone and vinyl exterior with asphalt shingle roof — low-maintenance coastal durability
• Ducted heat pump system with HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilation) for efficient, balanced climate control
• 200-amp electrical service with pony panel and exterior generator hookup for storm resilience
• Propane fireplace as a centrepiece of the main living area; propane tank is rental equipment
• Primary ensuite with water jet tub and walk-in closet; central vacuum roughed in throughout
• California shutters throughout; motorized blinds on living room patio doors and primary bedroom
• New LG stainless steel appliances (stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer) plus dishwasher included
• Hardwood and ceramic flooring on the main level; carpet and vinyl plank on the lower level
• Paved driveway (2023), professionally installed stamped concrete pathway and front porch approach (2024)
• Extensive softscaping, hardscaping, and deck upgrades completed 2023–2024
• Freshly painted top to bottom in contemporary, modern tones; custom window coverings on every level
• Potential for a second driveway to the lower level — ideal for multigenerational or rental configurations
• Walkout lower level with separate entrance, two bedrooms, full bath, and open recreation space
• South-facing rear deck overlooking a private, gated and landscaped backyard
• Private well (dug) and septic system; high-speed internet, cable, and telephone utilities available

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Is This the Right Home for You?

This residence speaks to a distinct set of buyers. Executive families will find the five bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, dedicated home office, and flexible lower level ideal for children of any age — or for parents who work from home and need clear separation between professional and personal life. Retirees and downsizers seeking true one-level coastal living will appreciate the main-floor primary suite with ensuite and water jet tub, the enclosed foyer that shields against coastal weather, and the exceptionally low heating costs that come with ICF construction, a ducted heat pump, and HRV ventilation.

Multigenerational households may find this property particularly compelling: the fully developed walkout lower level, with its separate entrance, potential for a second driveway, spacious bedroom, full bath, family room, and flex spaces, can function as a self-contained suite for aging parents or adult children — or generate rental income. For investors evaluating the Halifax real estate market, a property of this calibre and construction standard, on a private lot of nearly 27,000 square feet in a coastal community with strong long-term demand, warrants serious consideration.