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Cottage by the lake - cozy escape

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A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted shelf.
A modern living room with a wooden dining table, black chairs, a beige sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a built-in dishwasher.
A hallway with two white doors, a wooden cabinet with a coffee maker, a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Mount Uniacke, NS
  • Place, Uniacke Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Uniacke Estate Museum Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cockscomb Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage by the lake - cozy escape

The Nest by the Lake is a cozy 3-bedroom cottage on beautiful Pentz Lake — perfect for families, couples, or friends. Enjoy kayaking, canoeing, and fishing from your private lakefront. Just 25 minutes to Bayers Lake and 30 minutes to downtown Halifax, it’s the ideal blend of peaceful nature and vibrant city life. Relax, recharge, and explore Nova Scotia’s best from this lakeside gem.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20165533
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mount Uniacke

Mount Uniacke is home to this cottage. Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville and Smileys Provincial Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rawdon River Nature Reserve and Uniacke Lake. Atlantic Playland and Hatfield Farm are also worth visiting.
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Mount Uniacke, NS

What's nearby

  • Uniacke Lake - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Uniacke Estate Museum Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Weir Park - 8 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Cockscomb Lake - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Springfield Lake - 11 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K Atlantic - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mount Uniacke House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Uniacke Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pancake House - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage by the lake - cozy escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage by the lake - cozy escape?

As of 25 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage by the lake - cozy escape on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$6,255, 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 Cottage by the lake - cozy escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage by the lake - cozy escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage by the lake - cozy escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage by the lake - cozy escape located?

Situated in Mount Uniacke, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Uniacke Lake and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Uniacke Estate Museum Park. Cockscomb Lake and Lily Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lakeside place is beautiful, with breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere. It was clean, comfortable, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. The host is really supportive and responsive, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely lake cottage. Peaceful, clean, comfortable beds, and wonderful fire pit.Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay for our family of 8. The kids had a blast on the lake — they swam in it multiple times a day — and it helped us keep cool in the heatwave. Although the house got really, really hot, the fans were great to help us sleep comfortably. It was also within close driving distance to many attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean place with all the comforts of home! The host is an excellent communicator and had everything you could want for family fun! It was so serene and peaceful, and we highly recommend it!! Thank you Joelle for a wonderful stay at your beautiful treasure on the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful space and great experience aLl around. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Relaxing

Good location liked the paddle boats! Bbq and outdoors nice! Fire pit was nice but didn’t get to use it due to restrictions! Swimming not the best as very rocky area! No AC so it is warm but we brought or own fans which helped some! Overall nice place and no issues!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Since this cottage has just one bathroom, it would be a bit inconvenience for 6 adults. This is what listed at Vrbo. Issue of water pressure to be addressed by host. Overall enjoy the canon that is available for us . The canon need some minor repair work for the seat. The wind blows very strong while we stay. Need extra care while on the water. Did not use other water crafts on site. Overall it is worth the money we spent for this cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Me and my friends had a very good stay this past weekend. The place was clean and the host was quickly responsive when needed. Would definitely recommend staying here and we could 100% stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bel endroit sur le bord du lac, tranquille, propre et très confortable, bien équipé (extérieur et intérieur). L'endroit est bien situé pour visiter Halifax et les environs. L'endroit permet également un bon dégagement du ciel pour faire de l'observation. Nous avons bien apprécié notre séjour et notre animal de compagnie aussi. À refaire éventuellement.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2025
Merci Diane et a la prochaine!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bel emplacement. Très propre. Très bonne communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2025
Merci Jean-Luc!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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