Crannog consists of 125 acres of virgin land, situated on 1500 feet of beachfrontage and 300 feet of frontage on a majestic bluff overlooking John Dan's Cove on Pictou Island. The Cove itself is a mile long crescent-shaped white sand beach sheltered on either side by a protective point. The beach is lined with both evergreen trees and grassy sand dunes, with hundreds of pieces of driftwood intermittently dotting its boundary with the land. There are two natural springs whose flows gently meander through the sand. The bluff offers beautiful views of both the sunrise and the sunset.

The beach is up to 150 feet deep at low tide and 125 feet at high tide, with its dunes in some places extending several more hundred feet into the trees. The bluff sits on top of a rock formation that's been carved out by the sea for thousands of years. The rocks provide natural look-offs with spectacular views of the Northumberland Strait.

The beach steps out into crystal clear water with a gentle sandy bottom, that is perfect for wading and swimming. The land is almost entirely covered with a mixed forest of spruce, pine, and birch. Carpeted with moss and pine needles, the forest floor is easily traversed, and has the potential of many hidden pathways. The beach is accessed by a mile-long road which runs the length of the property, connecting to the main provincial road on the other side of the island.