Your Slice of Oceanfront Heaven, Nova Scotia
| Sleeps | 8 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Property type | house |
| Minimum Stay | 7 nights |
Overview
House, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 2.5 Baths, (Sleeps 6-8)
My oceanfront home is nestled in four acres of Maple, Birch and Spruce woodland on the rugged south shores of Nova Scotia, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Just a short drive from Halifax, the house is very inviting and every room has a different perspective on the surroundings, adding vibrancy and interest to your living space enjoyment.
Property:
Primary elevations facing South and West, maximizing the power of the sun and the changing seasonal views.
Rich sunsets with magnificent and unique colours.
Main level:
Large windows and glass doors abound, making the home very bright, and spirit lifting.
Natural wood products, adding cozy warmth and beauty
Canadian Maple and Brazilian Cherry floors.
Solid American Cherry doors for all interior rooms.
An open concept main floor, centered around a large, fully equipped kitchen, with breakfast bar.
A dining area comfortably seating eight, overlooking the forest and ocean.
A living area/great room with a two storey bank of windows, overlooking the ocean.
A modern fireplace providing a focal point, and natural heat for chilly and damp days.
The remainder of the main level includes:
powder room/half bathroom
a cozy and inviting guest bedroom
a well equipped laundry room
the main entrance foyer
Second level:
A mezzanine, overlooking the main floor two-storey windows and main fireplace.
A second set of comfortable leather sofas in the living area, with television and stereo.
Two huge bedrooms on either side of the mezzanine living area, each with their own full bathroom.
The master bedroom has a double soaker tub while the second bedroom has a spa-quality, luxurious walk-in shower.
Total bedroom privacy – The upper bedrooms are at opposite ends of the house, and well away from the bedroom on the main floor.
Keywords: Executive oceanfront retreat, serenity, beach, private, secluded, woodland, sailing, kayaking, cozy, nature, ocean, family reunion, peaceful, relaxing.
About Bill
After many years work in mechanical engineering, I retired so I could go sailing. I also enjoy a good game of squash, which I play throughout the year. When I'm home I like to share great meals and funny stories with my friends. This home is ideal for entertaining throughout the year and a great spot to gather your family and friends from around the globe.
Bill purchased this house in 2004
Why Bill chose Halifax
I transferred to Nova Scotia in 1999, and was determined to make the most of 'Canada's Ocean Playground'. I started with kayaking and was later invited to go sailing. The instant I felt the sails fill with wind to carry us across St. Margarets Bay I was hooked, I had to stay. The hospitality and friendship of Nova Scotians is so compelling I decided to build a home on the ocean so that I could enjoy the bold views and peaceful surroundings as well as the people. I built my home in 2004 and have never looked back. Now I sail whenever possible, which is why I am able to share my home with you, especially in the Summer and Fall! Come and enjoy the comfort of my home and all that Nova Scotia has to offer.
What makes this house unique
Spending time in my home you will feel any stress of the day melting away. It is so peaceful and relaxing here. If you've never sat at the edge of the ocean and watched the waves roll in, you owe it to yourself to try it.
And at night, watch in wonder at the stars. They are so clear and bright out in the country.
Amenities
Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Halifax
- house
- Guests provide their own meals
- Check-in: 4:00 PM / Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Max. occupancy: 8
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
- Beachfront ...
- Oceanfront ...
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Broadband Access ...
- Clothes Dryer ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Parking Off Street
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Telephone
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine ...
- Wireless Internet ...
- Wood Fireplace
- Coffee Maker ...
- Cooking Utensils ...
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Dining Area
- seating for 8 people
- 2 Bathrooms,
- 1 Half Bath
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Bathroom 1 -
Bathroom 2 -
- 2.5
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
- Queen size Beds (4) Three bedrooms with queen size beds. Fourth bed is a deep, comfortable inflatable queen size mattress with electric pump. For use in den if required.
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Music Library ...
- Satellite / Cable ...
- Stereo
- Television ...
- Video Game Console ...
- Video Library ...
- Deck / Patio ...
- Golf
- Kayak / Canoe
- Lanai / Gazebo
- Outdoor Grill
- cinemas
- health/beauty spa
- live theater
- museums
- restaurants
- antiquing
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- boating
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- whale watching
- wildlife viewing
- fitness center
- groceries
- cross country skiing
- cycling
- deepsea fishing
- fishing
- golf
- hiking
- ice skating
- jet skiing
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- rock climbing
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- skiing
- snorkeling/diving
- snowboarding
- snowmobiling
- sound/bay fishing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(31 traveler reviews)
Peaceful
For our first trip to Nova Scotia, we couldn’t of asked for a more serene and comfortable place to stay! With Bill graciously greeting us upon our arrival, and showing us around his home was a great way to start, along with the lovely flowers, chocolates and wine that was left to welcome us!
The home has everything you need and the setting is wonderfully quiet and beautiful, with spectacular sunsets enjoyed from the deck overlooking the bay and the occasional seal popping up to say hello! It was a good location to start to enjoy such day trips as Halifax, Peggy’s Cove, Mahone Bay, Lunenburg and Kejimkujic National Seashore.
My only regret is one week is not long enough! If we ever have the opportunity to come back to Nova Scotia, we would definitely love to return to Bill’s home! I highly recommend staying here!
It is s beautiful spot, very comfortable with everything one needs for a week away from home.
This is a lovely place, comfortable, well located, well equipped, fantastic views off the back deck and easy access to lots of cozy seaside towns, coves, and Halifax, would highly recommend
Well kept and comfortable
Bill was a gracious host and we thoroughly enjoyed our 1st excursion to Nova Scotia!
Everything we could want and need-wonderful vacation for the entire family!
Absolutely stunning property with gorgeous water views. If you love to surround yourself with beautiful vistas and comfortable rooms, this is the place for you. Although a little off the beaten path, the house is still within a short distance of attractions in Peggy's Cove and Halifax proper and then a reasonable drive to the Nova Scotian wine region and other lovely places like Lunenberg. Our family loved touring around the countryside by day and then sharing a meal at this well-appointed home base in the evenings.
Bill, our host, is charming and helpful. He welcomed us with wine, chocolate, and flowers--much appreciated gifts after a long day of travel to get to NS! We were very pleased to find paper and food staples already provided in the house so we did not have to rush out to the store that first night. The beds were very comfortable and fine linens were provided for both bedroom and bath. Everything about the house shouted, "Welcome Home!" The kitchen was well stocked--it even had corn holders!
Our only regret was that we could not stay longer. Should we venture back to Nova Scotia, this will be where we want to stay. Thank you, Bill, for opening your home to us and showing us true hospitality!
Excellent
''Tis was a combined work and holiday experience and each was excellent. "
Ocean Retreat in Blind Bay
We are 4 seniors in relatively good shape and we were looking for a quiet home on the ocean...we found it here at Bill's place in Blind Bay. We also wanted a home relatively close enough to attractions and places to hike and explore...that, too, was found here at Bill's place in Blind Bay. We went to the Bay of Fundy to experience the low tides and Lucketts Winery and to Halifax twice to visit the Citadel , tour the city with the Harbour Hopper, and eat at several wonderful restaurants on the Harbour Walk ...Bicycle Thief was a favorite. We loved coming back to Bill's home after our days of adventure. A suggestion for the home would be to have TV cable or satellite as we did miss the AM and evening news as well as being able to watch some shows together in the evenings after our days' adventures. The one disappointment was that we were unable to kayak due to the fog and wind conditions. We never cooked in the house as there are too many restaurants to try in the area toward Peggy's Cove, Indian Harbour, and Halifax. The house is equipped with most all you would need , has an awesome deck with 4 chairs ( a table would be nice), and the water views are beautiful. A special treat was meeting Bill who had fresh flowers, chocolates, and a bottle of wine waiting for our arrival. That made us feel pretty special.
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Rates & Availability
Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Halifax
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- CAD
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April/May
Apr 7 2018 -
Jun 1 2018
7 night minimum stay
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C$2,200
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June/July/August
Jun 2 2018 -
Aug 31 2018
7 night minimum stay
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C$2,800
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September/October
Sep 1 2018 -
Sep 29 2018
7 night minimum stay
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C$2,400
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My Standard Rate
7 night minimum stay
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C$1,600
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Additional information about rental rates
| Refundable Damage Deposit | C$1,000 |
Rates for extended stays available upon request.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund if canceled at least 7 days before arrival date.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.
- Service Fee fully refunded on cancellations that qualify for 100% refund.
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