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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Rockingham, NS
  • Place, Hemlock Ravine Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kearney Lake Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Saint Vincent University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Magical and Unique Water views 10 min to Downtown

The most amazing home located between Bedford & Halifax, this wonderful home provides a great base to explore all of Nova Scotia!
Well known China Town on the waterfront for an evening meal.
Close to all major highways. Approx. 10 minutes to downtown Halifax. Movie theaters, Costco, many box stores, grocery stores approximately 5 minutes away.
Approximately 30 minutes to famous Peggys Cove, Chester, Mahone Bay and Lunenburg (40 minutes).
Fabulous park and many hiking trails close by.
The local deer will greet you on the property daily and you will often see them walking along this old fashioned street .
- Two decks (private deck from one of the bedrooms) and a side yard with a patio area provides a fantastic balance of indoor/outdoor living space with breathtaking views of the Bedford Basin.
- Centrally located between Bedford and Halifax, travelling in town, or province wide is easy!
- Beautiful lot with abundant wildlife.
- Custom floors with inlays
- Live edge bar top
- Carrera antique marble fireplace (non operational)
- Spiral staircase
- Bedroom 1 on the main floor has Queen sized canopy bed
- Bedroom 2 upstairs has a Queen sized bed which over looks the harbour and has a large sky light
- Bedroom 3 upstairs has Queen sized canopy bed overlooking the private wooded area on the side of the house
- Bedroom 4 has a Queen sized bed where you can watch the deer through the double glass doors overlooking the private deck
- 3 great sitting areas on the main floor. Sip your morning coffee while snuggled in the comfy couches at the front of the house and enjoy the view of Halifax Harbour, or play chess on our games table. Just behind that is a cute little nook next to the non-operational fireplace. There is also a comfortable sitting area to watch TV.
- The main floor bathroom has a walk-in shower.
- The upstairs bathroom has a Jacuzzi tub for you to relax in.
- There is a washer and dryer in the basement.
- NO PARTIES!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03290933430249772-50
Property # 1426734vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Halifax

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Birch Cove, a neighbourhood in Halifax. Halifax Citadel and Fairview Lawn Cemetery are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Canada Games Centre and Dewolf Park. Emera Oval and Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting.
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Rockingham, NS

What's nearby

  • Hemlock Ravine Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kearney Lake Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mount Saint Vincent University - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Dalhousie University - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 15 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 22 min drive
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Elephant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Canton Garden Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jim's Family Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical and Unique Water views 10 min to Downtown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Magical and Unique Water views 10 min to Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magical and Unique Water views 10 min to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical and Unique Water views 10 min to Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magical and Unique Water views 10 min to Downtown located?

Located in Birch Cove, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kearney Lake Beach, Mount Saint Vincent University and Canada Games Centre. Bayers Lake Business Park is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

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

Good place for family to meet.

Lovely house. Comfortable beds. Best for older kids and adults given the spiral staircase.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thanks, Paula. Come back whenever you want!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget T.

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

Halifax

Loved the house, we had plenty of room for all 9 of us and the location was wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Hi Bridget! Thanks for the feedback, and very happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

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

Quick celebration

Found this place that was close to all the places we wanted to experience while taking a quick trip to a friends hometown. Place was great and brought such peace when driving up to the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay, Tiffany. Thank you very much.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

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

Halifax

The property worked out well for us. The location was good and the house was very clean. My owner recommendation is the number of showers. One shower for four guests is not enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thanks for your feedback, Bob.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connor M.

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

Great family home just outside halifax!

We had a great at this VRBO! The location was wonderful, with it being a short drive into downtown Halifax and having the local market and the Birch and Anchor pub so nearby. The accommodation itself was very spacious, with large bedrooms and really great common area in the kitchen and living room, which was great for spending time with our group. Additionally, having the property/balcony overlook the harbour was quite nice, especially at sunset. No complaints at all, would happily come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Reading this makes my day, Connor. Glad everything worked out and you enjoy your time in my property. I loved host you! Thank you very much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regan S.

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

Scenic, peaceful, and easy to get to downtown

Our week in this house was enjoyable. The elevated deck looking out across the water was spectacular. The house is vintage but in good repair; everything was clean, tidy and worked perfectly. We usually cook a lot in our rentals but didn’t here because of the many nice restaurants in the region. Parking was adequate, if a little tight for our larger pickup truck. We absolutely would like to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2023
Reading this makes me so happy, Regan. I'm glad you and your wife enjoyed so much of my property. I loved hosting you, come back often. Thanks!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Emily L.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Not the place we were expecting

There were a few issues that caught us by surprise. However, when we raised them with the host, she was responsive and ultimately, made it right.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2023
I'm sorry I didn't meet your expectations, but we work together to get you a full refund.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vincent S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Could be better if maintenance was done correctly

The rental price is high and we expected better. Several small lacks of maintenance on the house. We still enjoyed our stay in Halifax but we will not return to this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and I am very sorry that my property did not meet your expectations, Vicent.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Steve N.

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

Your review

Too long of a step up and down at entrance - not safe. Broken kitchen bar chair also not safe. Placed it in the basement. Shower floor needs scrubbing. Nice night view off of deck with lights reflecting off of water.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Thank you very much for your feedback, Steve! It was great having you here.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

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

Beautiful character house

From the furniture to the property manager, everything was really great! Thank you for the lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Such a wonderful hosting experience for me. Thank you for staying with me and welcome whenever you are in town.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Home away from Home

Loved the location and appreciated the extras in each bathroom. Lovely comfortable beds including a dog bed! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
An easy 5 star rating for you, Mary. Extremely independent, clean and respectful. I would be happy to host again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Weekend in Halifax

Had a really good weekend in Halifax with Family. The property was in a great location with hiking trails nearby for the dogs and the market across the street. Kitchen was well equipped and it was a nice touch to have some of the basics included like coffee, shampoo etc. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
It was a pleasure having you, Dawn. Thanks for making my job easier! I would love to host you again anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D.

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

Comfortable and Cozy stay

We loved this property. The host communicated well and included small items that made our stay pleasant. The place was cozy, inviting and the view was great as well. Instructions were simple and easy to follow. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
An absolute pleasure to have you, Cathy. You are welcome back anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen G.

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

Surviving Hurricane Fiona

Due to Hurricane Fiona lost power on first night of trip as well as water. Couldn’t cook, flush toilets or have showers for 3 nights
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
Thanks for taking the time to give me your feedback, Karen. And I'm really sorry you had to go through that kind of thing. I know what I did wasn't possible to ease what you went through, but I sincerely hope you get well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lana D.

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

Great location

Holly was absolutely fantastic to deal with. She was literally just a email away. Response was within the 1/2 hour or sooner. The house was clean and well stocked. We were a party of 7 and enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Many thanks to you, Lana. You were wonderful. Come when you want!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

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

Family visit

Details of this rental were clear & thorough, location is central for Halifax area and easy to get around. We had unusually warm weather for (Sept) so thankfully there was AC and lots of fans for the 4 bedrooms. Kitchen functioned well, and bathroom amenities were welcomed While the property is older & thus less modern it had classic east coast charm. Great place to stay for 4-6 people!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
Such a great guest to host, Denise. Thank you!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kat R.

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

Lovely stay near Halifax

The property is beautiful and gives a gorgeous view of the ocean from the living room and deck area. Area is lovely, very close to the Bedford Farmer's market. Only small thing would be that the air conditioning mentioned is actually a portable air conditioner, not central air. It was very hot during our stay, so the property was quite warm. The hosts were very accommodating though, and even brought over an extra window air conditioner for us, which helped a lot. Host was very responsive and helpful when we had questions during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
Kat, It was a pleasure hosting you. Come back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reg N.

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

Wonderful Place to stay

The house was in a great location. The views were outstanding. The beds were comfy. It was clean and well set up to house our family. The owners were extremely attentive, yet gave us the space we needed. Will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thank you very much for your stay, Reg. Come back whenever you want!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitch M.

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

Lovely, Central and Eccentric

We were gathering family for my father's passing, and this property had all we wanted. Close by everything, lots of parking, lots of nooks and crannies for people to sit and reflect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
My condolences for your loss. You were so polite and friendly. It was lovely having you, Mitch. Highly recommended and welcome to come back any day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

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

Lovely Home!

We really enjoyed our stay in Halifax. The house is very interesting and extremely well appointed and we loved the view out onto Bedford Basin. All in all we had a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2021
Excellent guests and great communication. Would love to host again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Constance R.

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

Enjoyable stay

Overall a lovely property. The outside needs a little maintenance - window screens, patio... the location was ideal and waking up to views of Bedford basis never gets old. Trees and bushes need trimming, lots of spiders as a result. But a magical place nonetheless.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
I really appreciate your feedback, Constance. It helps me a lot to improve. Feel welcome to come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne Z.

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

Perfect location!

Great location to market and downtown Halifax. Views are incredible and home is comforting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Such a wonderful hosting experience for me. Thanks, Yvonne.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trina R.

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

Amazing location and property

We loved the view. The host was amazing and any questions were answered fast and efficient. Will booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2021
Thanks Trina! I really appreciate your comments, and you would be welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

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

Bedford Basin stay

Enjoyed our stay, lovely accommodations,only suggestion would be to have a barbaque and a few more utensils and towels
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2021
Thanks Shirley! I appreciate your feedback, and I'm glad you enjoyed your visit!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Julie S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Night away with the girls!

Great location, lots of space and supplies for own food preparation, nice view, quiet neighborhood. The bed rooms and bathrooms were comfortable and clean. We had a hard time getting the house warm, and there were lots of spider webs and spiders (killed about 10 in 2 hours). All in all we had a great girls night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Thanks for your feedback, Julie. You and your group ate more than welcome to come back!

About the host

Hosted by Holly

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Why they chose this property

This property is an absolute delight to stay at - you will not want to leave, with all the Unique - Character features. Wooden spiral staircase, hardwood floors with custom inlays. Cool built ins. Fantastic and mesmerizing views of the water . Tame local deer walking the property and the old fashion street that this fine home sits on. Live edge bar top in the custom kitchen with granite countertops, cabinets galore, and a propane stove for cooking on.
several decks to enjoy. Surrounded by beautiful trees, bushes, exotic shrubs that were planted many years ago, including a wonderful grape vine , and pear tree on the side of the house for your enjoyment.

What makes this property unique

1 main floor bedroom and 3 upper bedrooms. One with magical views of the water and a very large skylight over the bed for gazing at the stars.
A very large Jacuzzi tub built for two in the upper bathroom and a very large walk in shower on the main floor bathroom.

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