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Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District

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Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Room
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Shelburne, NS
  • Place, Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shelburne County Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dory Shop Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District

This historic home is in the Shelburne Waterfront district, a short stroll and you are at the scenic waterfront. Lovingly referred to as Beside The Tulip Tree. Many beaches are within a short drive away. Built in the 1800's, this property features high ceilings on the main level, a master bedroom, large bath with shower stall and soaker tub, recently renovated kitchen, attached deck with BBQ, living room with flat screen smart tv, high speed internet,Netflix,and 2 more bedrooms on the top floor.

Featured in the book Historic Shelburne, this 3 story home was originally built by local merchant with his business occupying the ground level and separate living quarters on the 2nd & 3rd level.
You are renting the top 2 floors - an entire self contained unit.
The Tulip Tree in the yard blooms yellow tulip like flowers in the spring. A very short stroll to the waterfront and award winning restaurant Charlotte Lane.

This unit occupies 2 floors. Street level entrance, stairwell leads to your first floor.

FLOOR 1

• Bedroom queen size bed, dresser, with comfortable bedding
• Extra pillows and blankets
• Bright sunny windows
• Clothing rod with hangers
• Full bathroom with whirlpool jet soaker tub and separate shower stall
• Newly renovated kitchen with new cupboards, stainless steel fridge, oven/range, microwave, coffee maker, electric kettle, toaster, pots & pans, utensils and dishes for dining in. Eat at counter with stools
• Dining room with table & chairs
• lounge area with sofa, seating and smart tv
• WiFi
• Reading material
• high ceilings, original wood floors and fireplace (non-working)
• ceiling fan and air conditioning (in summer months), thermostat and heat control in winter
• Sunroom with patio doors leading to private patio area (there is a stairwell from this upper level patio down to the private backyard). Partial view of Shelburne waterfront


FLOOR 2 (top level)
• 1 Bedroom with Queen size bed, closet and bedside outlet for charging electronic devices.
• 1 Bedroom with double bed, closet and outlets for charging devices
• This level is accessed by original stairwell (built in 1800's) which has more narrow steps than today's


In the spring & summer, this unit includes a BBQ and outdoor lounge chairs in the unit's private back yard

***due to stairs we caution individuals with mobility issues or young children when booking. Feel free to ask more questions to determine if this unit will suit your needs. We want everyone to have a care-free, comfortable vacation.

Parking is included.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Please note the unit is not childproof, and there
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR2425E5566

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shelburne

Shelburne is home to this apartment. Osprey Arts Centre and Shelburne County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boxing Rock Brewing Co and Islands Provincial Park.
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Shelburne, NS

What's nearby

  • Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shelburne County Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dory Shop Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Osprey Arts Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Muir-Cox Shipbuilding Interpretive Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Emerald Light - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪ship's galley - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte Lane Café - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District ?

As of 30 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District on 28 May 2026 start from NZ$215, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District located?

Situated in Shelburne, this apartment building is steps away from Shelburne County Museum, Dory Shop Museum and Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum. Osprey Arts Centre and Muir-Cox Shipbuilding Interpretive Centre are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Very spacious, well located. We all found our beds really comfy, and loved the layout of the kitchen dining room (x 2). Wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely spot for a family or 3 couples
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exploring Nova Scotia

A great village, full of ancestors and history!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

Comfortable, accessible and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

s i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit. Lovely apt.

Recimmended
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment

Great space with character and good size balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Shawn was a great host and the property is exactly as described. Appreciate the free coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Stay

This property is exactly as described. It is spacious, well appointed and conveniently located in Shelburne. Our host was great. Hope we get to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Space Lovely Setting

The space was large and accommodated our adult family of four. If we had one wish it would have been for a broom and dustpan.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cool old house

As luck would have it, we spent two days here during a power outage because of Hurricane Lee. Despite the less than ideal circumstances, we were very impressed with the house and would definitely stay here again if we return to Shelburne.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice Place in a Great Location

We enjoyed our stay at the property. The apartment is tastefully decorated with a beautifully updated kitchen and bath, and the location is great. A few updates are needed: securing the handrail going up to the third floor (it is very loose), adding an AC unit in the second floor bedroom, and replacing the very soft mattress in the second floor bedroom. Those updates would turn this very nice property into a first class rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great launching-off point for south shore explorations!

Communication with property owner was clear and responsive from my first email and throughout our stay. This bright, clean, safe unit provided a wonderful taste of small-town Nova Scotia! We took sight-seeing drives every day to visit a variety of towns/cities (Yarmouth, Cape Forchu, Barrington Passage, Liverpool, Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, Peggy's Cove and Halifax - all places we'd highly recommend!). At the end of each day we'd come "home" and enjoy strolling an evening loop around nearby Dock Street. A friendly little town; we'd happily rent this unit again. :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patsy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Lack of bathroom!

We enjoyed our stay. The house was well equipped however there was only one bathroom. We were with another couple and the bedroom where we slept was in the attic. The stairs were far too steep for code and there was no bathroom on that floor. It was very treacherous in the middle of the night coming down to the second level where the bathroom was located.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious & fantastic location

Beautiful & spacious home, the kitchen is fully stocked, we enjoyed the deck with our morning coffee. The location is ideal to the beautiful waterfront & some restaurants. Shawn greeted us on arrival & was available if we needed anything. We enjoyed our stay & we’ll certainly recommending his property to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Skylar G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us!

Shawn was amazing to work with!! He was so accommodating to our situation. Any issues or questions, Shawn was quick to answer and assist right away. The rental was in the perfect location, walking distance to the beautiful harbour and waterfront of Shelburne. Beds were comfortable and there were lots of kitchen supplies to make full meals. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming stay in Shelburne

Friends and I stayed for 3 nights at this lovely property in Shelburne. Perfect location to explore the waterfront museums and local restaurants. Also an easy drive to the gorgeous beaches along the South Shore. Communication with our host was excellent - he quickly addressed any questions we had. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ieva V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

safety issues

We enjoyed the property and its conveniences. But: throw rugs should have a rubberized pad under them to avoid danger of slipping. Also: there should be a railing for the steep staircase and a step outside the entrance to decrease the height of entering into the premises.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb!

Shelburne is a magical spot & this historic home is the cherry on top! Our trio felt very much at home in this spacious and unique abode. We thoroughly enjoyed the intermixing of historic architecture & modern touches within Shawn's home. The location is fantastic; one can easily walk to the waterfront as soon as you see a hint of the sunrise/sunset coming in through the large kitchen windows. Shawn's communication made coordinating all the details surrounding our stay a breeze and the space was as tidy as can be. We felt we could touch a part of history; staying here definitely added to our South Shore experience! Thanks again Shawn for having us; we look forward to returning on our next cycling adventure!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful apartment in a beautiful town

The apartment looks as the pictures. It is walking distance to everything you need at the house. Check in/out easy as it is a lock box. We only had time for one night but it would be a great escape for a quiet getaway. Limited options for food, but the Charlotte cafe & the bean dock were great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis P.

Nice city location

Very nice spot near the water and perfect for walking. Pleasant and spacious. A tidy property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

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