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Chester
by the Sea
| Native Mi'kmaq tradition has it that at the time of creation, Glooscap,
the native God-Spirit, cast handfuls of earth into the pristine waters
of Nova Scotia's Mahone Bay, thus forming the over 100 beautiful seaside
islands that exist here today. Most of the islands, many gifted with
beautiful white beaches, are open to the public for exploration, picnics,
lobster boils, swimming, and the enjoyment of the natural, untouched
beauty that exists here. It is easily possible for you to be able to
find amongst these hundred islands your very own private island for
a day, with a spot in the lee to enjoy the sun, swim, and
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Chester was first settled by New England planters and fishermen
in 1759, and has been a summer haven for Americans, Canadians, and
Europeans since the 1850's. Many American families have been coming
here for over 150 years from such places as Baltimore, New York,
Boston, Washington and elsewhere on the Eastern Seaboard, lured by
the uncomplicated beauty and lack of crowds on Nova Scotia's South
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Summer residents of Chester include CEO's, famous writers, artists,
bank presidents, inventors, politicians, industrialists, ambassadors,
as well as an assortment of other eclectic folks who all add to
the mix of this vibrant community. All congregate and interact
easily with the warm and welcoming local population in the low-key
setting of Chester.
In a recent article about the lifestyles of Canada's wealthy,
Canada's National Post named Chester one of the most popular summer
destinations in Canada. Harrowsmith magazine named Chester one
of the top 10 prettiest towns in Canada, and 50 Plus magazine named
Chester the # 1 retirement destination in Canada for active Canadians. |
Besides offering the pleasures of living on the clear
waters of Mahone Bay, and the obvious natural attractions that exist
here, Chester offers an incomparable lifestyle. Boating is a major
activity in Chester, and Yacht racing has been a tradition here since
1856 when the first Regatta was held. The Chester Yacht Club, which
is the focal point of most social activity in the town in the summertime,
celebrated it's 100th anniversary in 2001.
Chester Race Week is one
of the largest Regattas to be held on the East Coast and attracts
hundreds of sailors here every August for a week of sailing,
sun, fun, and camaraderie. Chester race week includes all classes
of yachts, from the locally designed Bluenose Class, to indigenous
Classic designs built over 70 years ago, which still grace our
horizons with their beautiful white sails and sleek waterlines.
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addition to the yachting, which is Chester's greatest tradition,
Chester offers a world-class 18 hole seaside golf course, live
theatre at the Chester Playhouse, a large oceanfront Lido swimming
pool, a skating and curling rink, tennis courts, as well as miles
of hiking, biking and cross-country skiing opportunities along
the Trans-Canada trail which runs through Chester.
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Chester also offers services such as shopping, accommodation,
marinas, art galleries, banks, a real French Bakery, Julien's,
where you can sit outside and enjoy a morning croissant and espresso,
as well as restaurants including the seaside Rope Loft, which in
its previous incarnation was just that! You are able to dock your
boat at the Rope Loft and sit outdoors on the deck to enjoy a nice
meal and a cold one while admiring the passing boats on Chester's
Front Harbour.
All of these services are within walking distance
and the lack of traffic adds to the allure of Chester.
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With a population of only 1200 inhabitants, Chester is located about
50 kilometers south of Nova Scotia's capital city, Halifax, and is less
than an hours drive from the Halifax International Airport, with daily
direct flights to and from Boston, New York, ( 1.5 hours duration) and
London, England ( 6 hours duration).
Nova Scotia is also accessible by high-speed ferry from the State of
Maine.
These are just a few of the reasons for you to come pay
a visit and experience first-hand our laid back, relaxed lifestyle. Why
not consider our seaside "slice of heaven" for your retirement or summer
retreat. Our realtors would be happy to show you some of the beautiful
homes that can make your dreams come true today!
Please see the attached links and contact information.
Our Properties
Photographs of Chester
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