Turners Island is a 110‑acre private island located off Marie Joseph on Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore, positioned approximately 10 minutes by boat from the Government Wharf. Formerly known as Hawbolt Island, the property offers a combination of natural landscape, historic remnants, and existing structures, creating a flexible foundation for private use or eco‑tourism concepts. Its sheltered setting and proximity to the mainland contribute to both privacy and convenience.

The Property

A 21×25 post‑and‑beam cabin sits in a clearing along the island’s interior path. The main level features a rustic open great room, while the upper level provides an additional open room suitable for further development. A 10×21 lean‑to structure houses the tractor, and the property also includes a sawmill and an outdoor privy.

Two mainland homes at civic numbers 1609 and 1613 are included in the sale.

1609 has three renovated bedrooms on the upper level; the main floor requires finishing but is currently livable.

1613 requires more extensive work but retains strong structural character.

The island’s wharf is located on the sheltered side facing Goose Island. Built on an existing rock pile believed to be the remains of an older wharf, it features pressure‑treated beams suitable for saltwater, with two additional beams available to extend the structure by 16 feet. Some wharf boards will require replacement.

The Land and Water

Turners Island spans 110 acres with a mix of wooded areas, clearings, and historic settlement sites. Shallow dug wells and old stone foundations remain from two former settlements—one facing the mainland and one on the southern side. A sheltered cove between Turners Island and Goose Island is frequently used by sailboats seeking refuge and provides calm water conditions around the island’s wharf.

The island’s shoreline includes a calm bay, natural vegetation, and terrain suitable for walking and exploration.

Access and Utilities

Access is via a 10‑minute boat ride from the Government Wharf in Marie Joseph. 

The Lifestyle

Turners Island supports a quiet, nature‑focused lifestyle with potential for private retreat use or eco‑tourism development. With its existing cabin, outbuildings, sheltered cove, and included mainland homes, the property offers a versatile layout for hosting guests, staging operations, or creating a multi‑residence retreat. Its combination of acreage, history, and proximity to the mainland makes it a distinctive offering along Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore.