Entire home

Idyllic beach vacation house

Photo gallery for Idyllic beach vacation house

A cozy room with a wooden window seat, a bookshelf, and a small table with a cup.
A rustic cabin with a wooden deck and Adirondack chairs, surrounded by a garden with a variety of wildflowers and a stone pathway.
A wooden kitchen with a checkered floor, a metal pot, and shelves holding bottles and glasses.
A two-story house with a gabled roof, a yellow door, and white trim.
A traditional living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a large mirror.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden

Explore the area

View map
Port Joli, NS
  • Place, Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site of Canada
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Summerville Beach Provincial Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Carter's Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Powder room

Toilet

second floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Idyllic beach vacation house

A recently designer-restored historic fisherman's home on the beautiful South Shore of Nova Scotia. Miles of pristine beach sandwiched between a National and Provincial park and a bird sanctuary.
The perfect setting for a family vacation, to disconnect and enjoy the peace and natural beauty of some of the province's best beaches.
The house easily welcomes extended families, with a fully equipped kitchen for the amateur chef, furnished with antiques and quality linens. All you need to do is make your way here.
Gas BBQ, outdoor and beach furniture, fire pit and hamac under the apple trees.
Tv with BluRay, PS3, and a collection of films, board games and books, jigsaw puzzles. Wireless speaker system for visitors' music collection.
20 minutes from Liverpool and groceries, NSLC, farmer's market, cinema, live Theater, museums and bowling.
Thomas Radall Park and Kejimikujic Seaside Adjunct are just minutes away, as are Carter's Beach and White Point Resort.
Lunenburg, Shelburne, Mahone Bay, and Lahave are nearby and make for great day trips.

Three day minimal rentals may through end of October. On week Saturday to Saturday rentals only, in high season of July and August.


On
Kejimakujik Seaside Adjunct Adjacent, South Shore Nova Scotia

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Property grounds
The Harbor Hideaway - Ocean Front - Private - Port Mouton
Port Mouton
  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
The Harbor Hideaway - Ocean Front - Private - Port Mouton

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR2627B5517
Property # 4549108
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 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

About the area

Port Joli

Located in Port Joli, this cottage is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port L'Hebert Nature Reserve and Thomas Raddall Provincial Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks, whale watching and birdwatching.
View more Cottages in Port JoliOpens in a new window
Map
Port Joli, NS

What's nearby

  • Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site of Canada - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Summerville Beach Provincial Park - 16 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Hunt's Point Beach - 19 min drive - 24.2 km
  • White Point Golf Club - 21 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Carter's Beach - 22 min drive - 22.4 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllic beach vacation house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Idyllic beach vacation house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic beach vacation house?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic beach vacation house?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic beach vacation house located?

This family-friendly Port Joli cottage is located by the sea, 5 mi (8 km) from Port L'Hebert Nature Reserve, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Summerville Beach Provincial Park and Carter's Beach. Hunt's Point Beach and Thomas Raddall Provincial Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have a sentimental attachment to Port Joli so loved being in that area. We enjoyed lots of beach walks and went sailing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was excellent with communication! We had to reach out in regard to the washing machine and with her help and a little help from google, we were able to figure things out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a great time at the Sea Bishop. The accommodations are rustic but clean and comfortable. Well equipped kitchen and a lots of space to spread out. Loved the local beach. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and peaceful spot

Lovely property in gorgeous settings. Will return again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice spot

Great location and well appointed house with everything you need. Host is great and communication is excellent.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We had a great time at port Joli sea Bishop. We captured beautiful sunrise and sunset. Our accommodations were very nice, just a short drive and we visited several places such as lockport and the beautiful beach. We enjoyed seeing the wildlife and were too slow to take pictures
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Seeking tranquility

Enjoyed the historic house , I think pre 1800, beautifully restored and furnished, and the unspoiled surroundings, stunning beaches, wonderful trails to walk. Our host, Janalyn and her team went out of their way to make our stay so comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home with lots of character

We enjoyed a long weekend at The Sea Bishop. The Keji Seaside trails leading to the beach were a short drive or bike ride away and really nice. you can hear the ocean from the house, as well as the seals. The house itself has loads of character and made for a fun stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful pocket of the world

Our stay was heavenly. Lovely incredibly spacious 2-floor cottage that had everything we needed and was so comfortable for sleeping (great beds), for hanging out, and for cooking. There wasn't anything we couldn't find, or missed. The location was superb...lovely quiet road and so close to a lovely hike through a national park that leads you to a pristine beach. Janalyn, our host, was incredibly helpful and even had tips for our drive up there, given she was familiar with the route from Montreal to Port Joli. We really hope we can repeat this trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2023
We were delighted to have Alison and her family stay at the Sea Bishop. Would love to host them again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming house

The house is charming and very large. Nice location close to some of the best beaches and wilderness. Worth a stay but for the price the home could use some updating. Lighting is inadequate. There should be a railing on the steep stairs. The owner does not live locally but the woman who cares for the home is wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2022
Dear Lindsey, Thank you for the feedback. It is always helpful. I have just purchased new lamps for the master bedroom. And updates are scheduled for this coming offseason period. Please come again!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Port Joli adventure

We booked 2 weeks at this vacation house. There is lots of space for an extended family vacation. We were 4 adults and 2 young children. The local beach is a kilometre away and the area is very quiet. Unfortunately, the home experienced a significant leak during a heavy rainfall. The repairs were going to be quite extensive so we ended up moving to another rental property for our last 6 nights. The host did refund part of our payment.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

,Strandhaus,

Ein schönes historisches Haus, das leider mangelhaft gewartet und gepflegt wird. Es ist kein Strandzugang vorhanden und auch kein Strand im Umkreis von 5km vorhanden. Es liegt im Wald, Beachhaus ist nicht zutreffend. Leider gab es während unseres Aufenthalts massive Straßenbauarbeiten von tgl.6-22 Uhr, die Lärmbelästigung war so enorm, dass wir jeden Tag flüchten mussten. Die Schlafzimmer waren sauber, die Sauberkeit in der Küche war nicht akzeptabel, defekte Küchengeräte, verschimmelte bzw. verschmutzte Geräte und Geschirr.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Dear Kathrin and Steffi, I am very sorry that there was road work during your stay. This was not announced and I was unaware that this was taking place during your stay as you did not reach out to me to make me aware of this, or any other issues that you were having! I could have given you clearer directions to the Port Joli Beach public access - 1 KM away. Additionally, I had contacted you to request access for an appliance repair person to service the house and you requested that I have them come only after you left - as you did not want to be disturbed - and assured me that all was fine. The house is furnished with antique dishes, and some may have glazing faults that come with the age. I am very sorry that you were disappointed with your stay in what is an unquestionably a unique and beautiful part of NS South Shore. I am certain heavy road work played a large part in this and again, I regret that I had no control over this occurrence.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical location in Nova Scotia

I love this part of the province and think the house helps visitors deepen their experience with a vast selection of books about the area, and artifacts that celebrate the past. And the house is gorgeous with lots of amenities. But my problem with it was there are amenities listed on the VRBO site that weren't there, and while it may seem trivial, it impacted our stay because we would have brought them with us. I'm also some-one who wants to be outside all the time. But unfortunately this was a bad year for bugs, and without a screened in porch or gazebo, it was intolerable unless we were on the beach. Not the fault of the property owners, but something that could be addressed in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cottage in a great location

We rented this cottage for 6 nights & really enjoyed our stay. It’s a beautiful cottage & is well maintained & well equipped. The interior felt like we were in a cottage in Europe. The location is a great base to explore Thomas Raddall Provincial Park, Kejimkujik Seaside Adjunct, Carters Beach, Summerville Beach & White Point Beach. It was great having the full kitchen & a large table inside & a picnic table outside for meals, especially as dining during the pandemic is more challenging with a toddler. Communication with Janalyn was easy & she was wuickly responsive to My questions. Overall, we had a fantastic time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautifully restored property

We had a wonderful stay! It was perfect for an extended family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic

This property was incredible! It checked off all of our boxes, and even the boxes we didn't anticipate. I would definitely recommend this property to others, and I would stay there again next time I'm in the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic

This property was incredible! It checked off all of our boxes, and even the boxes we didn't anticipate. I would definitely recommend this property to others, and I would stay there again next time I'm in the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by The Sea Bishop

Host profile image

Languages:

English, French, Greek
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback