Located in Prospect, this cottage is on the beach. Terence Bay Lighthouse and William E. deGarthe Memorial Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve and Long Lake Provincial Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Dalhousie University - 34 min drive - 35.8 km
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 35 min drive - 36.9 km
Casino Nova Scotia - 35 min drive - 36.9 km
Scotiabank Centre - 36 min drive - 37.2 km
Getting around
Halifax Station - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Shaw's Landing - 25 min drive
The Tidal Bay - 22 min drive
Peggy's Cove Food Factory - 26 min drive
Fisherman's Corner Fish and Chips - 26 min drive
B J Settlers Grocery & Tk Out - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Idyllic Oceanfront Cottage, Near Peggy's Cove! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Idyllic Oceanfront Cottage, Near Peggy's Cove!?
As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Idyllic Oceanfront Cottage, Near Peggy's Cove! on 10 May 2027 start from NZ$2,409, 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 Idyllic Oceanfront Cottage, Near Peggy's Cove!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Idyllic Oceanfront Cottage, Near Peggy's Cove!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Idyllic Oceanfront Cottage, Near Peggy's Cove!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Idyllic Oceanfront Cottage, Near Peggy's Cove! located?
This Prospect cottage is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Goodwood Family Golf Centre and Indian Lake Golf Course. Long Lake Provincial Park and Terence Bay Lighthouse are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A breath of fresh air (sea air!) from the busy world we live in. The surrounding ocean coast is magnificent and wonderful for hiking.The cottage was immaculate. Just make sure you have your groceries before getting there!
Super cozy yet spacious. Well-equipped. Fabulous waterfront location. Lovely walk to and through the village and amazing trail with entrance close by. Just a hop, skip and jump to main attractions. Highly recommend to all.
The cottage is truly idyllic. The views were incredible, providing gorgeous sunrises from the deck, or sunsets just over the rocky landscape of the adjacent nature preserve. The home itself was well accommodated for our needs; the kitchen was roomy and covered all of the basics, and the master bedroom was comfortable, light and airy - and did not disappoint with a great view of the point. We were traveling with our dog, and very much appreciated the yard. While we did not walk him on the preserve, we saw many locals enjoying morning and afternoon jaunts with their pups. The host provided great communication, ensuring we were given great directions along with check-in and out details in advance. Lastly, the location serves as an ideal base for visiting Halifax, Peggy's Cove as well as Mahone Bay and Lunenburg.
Exactly how I envisioned Nova Scotia. The ocean waves lapping in the front. Small fishing boats on the rocky shore. Appreciated the minimalist surroundings. Cabin clean comfortable and fits perfectly in the surroundings
Communication with the host was super smooth, and the cottage was exactly as described and idyllic. It was hard to leave. The cottage was impeccably clean. Instructions completely clear. Great value for money, perfect location, well-stocked cottage with everything we needed. Thank you for a chance to recharge our batteries in such a beautiful location in cosy comfort. If we are ever in this part of the world again, we will try to come back. Couldn't have asked for more. Thank you.
Great secluded location and gorgeous ocean views next to a quiet village. Located next to the trailhead for High Head Trail, a beautiful but challenging 2-3 hour hike along the rocky coast. Kids will love it. The kitchen had everything required to cook and/or grill. Overall a beautiful location and a relaxing place to stay. Note - buy food and drinks on the way in as the closest store is about 10km, everything closes early and there are no restaurants close by.
The location of this cottage is exceptional. The listing and reviews accurately describe the incredible views, including from the deck (and the small private deck off the master bedroom) and the nature preserve next door. There were two of us; the house could easily have accommodated two more. We brought kayaks. The waterfront at the house is rocky and the entry was a little spicy, but the kayaking was excellent. There’s a wide waterway abutting the village that is totally calm, and the open ocean can also be paddled easily, at least on a nice day. There was a small electric grill when we were there, which we didn’t use, and an electric range with burners. No exhaust fan—hopefully the fish we cooked won’t still smell when you go!
Our stay was wonderful. The location is fabulous and the cottage has everything we needed. We love that there were two bathrooms and the beds were very comfortable. The Crown Land nearby was great to explore. Would stay again!
This cottage is a little slice of Heaven on earth. Location is fantastic and the village is very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
trish b.
16 September 2026
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location
Very rustic cabin. Address not visible from the road and is located off a two-track drive, not well communicated. I arrived to the cabin late in the fog and notified the caretaker and host I could not locate the exact drive. No return call from the owner, the caretaker did return a call (thank you!) the next morning. After almost an hour, I located the two track and entered the cabin. Much more rustic than I anticipated, too warm and not good ventilation. I could not stay. The owner was very defensive, just recently moved, no internet but communicated via VRBO app (after chastising me for not reaching out to the caretaker first, which I had). Unable to consider any return (even for the night we had to find this place) and I lost out all together. So, if there was a beautiful view here, I simply could not get past the front door. Not a good experience at all and I've stayed at many VRBO rentals.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2026
All the other reviews (about 10) around this guest's arrival have been 5/5. The guest arrived at 12:30 AM, in the fog. As mentioned, I just moved to a house without internet set up, and even if It was, it is unlikely I would get her message at 12:30 AM. I did respond promptly in the morning. I make sure in the listing that guests understand that the property is authentic and not luxurious. Guests love that and I have nearly 200 5/5 reviews. I believe the guest was spooked to arrive late at night and in the fog. No other guests have reported having trouble finding the cottage. I have tried to address her concern by placing a reflective sign at the entrance. My road is not a "two-track drive". It is a gravel, public road, like so many in Nova Scotia.
I implored the guest to return to the cottage the next morning and to see how lovely it is, but she refused.
I stand by my place and the hundreds of 5/5 reviews and the many comments complimenting my responsiveness and communication.
We really enjoyed our stay at this little seaside house in Prospect! It had everything we needed, and the views were fantastic. Plus it was handy for seeing different sites. Our two pugs loved it too!
Quaint property, excellent location and gorgeous view. Glad we ended our trip to New Brunswick, PEI, and Nova Scotia here. Thanks for allowing us to enjoy your house.
My family and I LOVED our stay. The views are 10/10. The location was perfect for our East Coast vacation! Close enough to Halifax, Peggy’s cove, Lunenberg, Mahone Bay, for day trips. We also enjoyed exploring the waterfront and the nearby trails. We had the best time, it was hard to leave
this little cottage is sitting on the rocks of a beautiful fishing village, it was actually better and prettier than the pictures could tell. Very clean, well equipped and comfortable. The owner was very prompt in answering questions. I hope to come back
This was our third stay here and we’re all ready to book next year. For us (and our dog), this place has absolutely everything we want in a vacation. Lovely walks and sunsets, great variety of paddling opportunities, good ocean swimming, and perfect porches to bask/read/watch the world go by.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Vivienne C.
15 May 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular views all the way around
Could have been cleaner. Glad we brought our own water.
Location was great; close to Halifax and Peggy’s Cove