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Beautiful home. Sandy beach. Magnificent views. Peace and tranquility.

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Queensland, NS
  • Place, Queensland Beach Provincial Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Hubbards Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Shore Club Dance Hall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Boat room

1 King Bed

Buoy room

1 Queen Bed

Surf room

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Whale room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful home. Sandy beach. Magnificent views. Peace and tranquility.

This is a beautiful, large, four bedroom, two full bathroom home. The property borders Whynaughts beach (sandy beach) on the Atlantic ocean and is 40 min from Halifax on Nova Scotia's South shore. It is surrounded by a vibrant community and immersed in local culture. The north border of the property is on "Rum Runners Trail", a scenic 107 km groomed trail (ideal for biking, walking, four wheeling, or snowmobiling) stretching from Halifax to the town of Lunenburg. Peggy's Cove, and other scenic drives and sites, are located close by giving you an experience of quintessential Nova Scotia life.

The home has four large bedrooms (with generous closet space and drawers). One has a king size bed, 2 have queen size beds and the kids room has a bunk bed (twin over a double). The morning views from the two front upstairs bedrooms are spectacular as you watch the local fishing boats go to work. It has a very large, fully equipped kitchen. It also has a spacious living room with ample lounging areas and the views are AMAZING! It is ideal for either single family or multiple families. A full size washer and dryer is located in the upstairs bathroom. A large front deck with chairs overlooking the beach is a perfect place to watch your children play if a full day at the beach is not your thing. The front deck is equipped with a cooking grill. There is also large deck in the back. A coffee bar complete with a Keurig and coffee maker is located in the dining room.

The home comes equipped with a portable child's crib and high chair if requested. Air conditioning is located in each bedroom (except the children's room due to fire code regulations) as well as the downstairs living space. Internet ready 4K TV, wifi, Netflix are provided. The home has great cell phone reception.
DURING THE OFF SEASON FROM NOV 1st TO APRIL 30th, THERE MAY BE A $50 FEE TO HOOK INTERNET AND CABLE BACK ON.
A large grocery store and other large town amenities are located 12 minutes away in Upper Tantallon. Smaller stores are located nearby. Additional cottages rented by other owners are located next door if larger groups are wanting to travel.

This is a non-smoking rental. Check in is 3 pm and check out is 10am.

There is a fireplace in the living room that is available for use. An initial pile of wood will be provided. This is for ambiance only and not a source of heat.

There is ample parking both in the front and rear of the house.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Garbage is to be kept inside the house until transferred to the dumpster.
If you break or lose something please notify us so it can be replaced for the next renter.

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
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
Property Registration Number STR2526D3177

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Queensland

Located in Queensland, this holiday home is on the beach. Swiss Air Flight 111 Memorial Bayswater and Indian Harbour Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Black Harbour Distillers Inc. and Shining Waters Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Queensland, NS

What's nearby

  • Queensland Beach Provincial Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cleveland Beach Provincial Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hubbards Beach - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Shore Club Dance Hall - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Saint Margarets Bay Look Off Park - 10 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shore Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪4 Way Stop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Gratto - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rosa Rugosa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Saint Margaret's Bay Legion - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful home. Sandy beach. Magnificent views. Peace and tranquility. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful home. Sandy beach. Magnificent views. Peace and tranquility.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful home. Sandy beach. Magnificent views. Peace and tranquility.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful home. Sandy beach. Magnificent views. Peace and tranquility. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Queensland holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Queensland Beach Provincial Park and Cleveland Beach Provincial Park. Dorey Lake and Bishop's Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay and loveliest spot to cozy-in or use as a base to explore! Thank you for a perfect weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, comfortable, spacious house. Very well provisioned. Great location across from St. Margaret's Bay, between Halifax and Lunenburg. It was ideal for our family get-together. Communication with the hosts was clear and timely. Everything was great
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Gillis’s Getaway 2

Great location, very cozy, had everything we needed. Was able to visit Peggy’s Cove, Halifax, Mahone Bay and Lunenburg..
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti C.

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

Whynaught Choose A Little Slice of Heaven by the Sea

As soon as I walked through the door, I wished our stay was for much longer. Not only is the location excellent, but the care, cleanliness, and comfort of the home was beyond our expectations. There was something for everyone here. We would definitely love to make a return visit one day. Thank you to the wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert P.

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

Great location

We had great weather. Central location. The property needs a bit of fixing ( window cracked, back deck needs work and the barbecue shold be replaced). The house is large, nicely furnished and the decor is excellent. The view of the water from the front deck is great! Highly recommend staying here!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

We Will Return

We arrived for a mini staycation and we were instantly charmed by this wonderful home. A group of 6 friends spend days finding new and charming decor in every nook and cranny. It was sparkling clean and fully shocked with everything we could possibly need. It was an extremely comfortable and relaxing stay. Thank you so much, we look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

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

Staycation in style

The house was lovely and did promote and encourage a feeling of relaxation . There was ample room for the kids and the adults to liesurely lounge around inside on rainy days . The proximity to the beach was on point with what we were looking for . Although we had many rainy days we took advantage of everything this staycation had to offer us . Trips to Chester for brunch and a walk , Hubbards to Mayas for fish and chips after a swim . Saturday market for fresh eggs and craft beer to enjoy back at the house . Kids played games , watched Netflix and Disney with their cozy blankets on the rainy days and practiced their cartwheels indoors . We walked to Queensland as soon as we saw the sun and later took advantage of the beach across the street . We loved coming back to this home , it was something to look forward to !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Short stay at Queensland Beach area

Over-all the property was clean and well appointed. The owners have decorated the cottage with very tasteful yet homey maritime theme items. They have also done a very good job of thinking of every little thing a renter could use when staying there. We were very impressed by the quality of the provided equipment, appliances and dishes etc were all good quality and working well. We also appreciated the inclusion items that are difficult to bring along when flying (which we did) , bulky items like beach towels, coolers and beach chairs were all provided which made the trips to the beach very comfortable. The adjacent beach was very nice and it was a 3 minute drive to Queensland beach. We have loved this area for years and staying at this property made it even more enjoyable. We also appreciated the nod to environmental responsibility by providing a good-sized recycling container and reusable Keurig coffee pods. Our only issue with the trip was that we couldn't stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen worked very well. All we needed to prepare our meals. The view was spectacular. Appreciated comfortable beds for all eight of us. Lots of space for our activities in the living room. Enjoyed the front deck. Hosts kept good contact. Loved our time at their home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous well equipped home in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well located for our three day vacation plans. Kitchen & baths are well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth (liz) B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed three nights. Great start to our first visit to Nova Scotia. House is in an extremely convenient location, about equidistant from Peggy’s Cove and Lunenburg. Nice view of the beach and ocean across the street. Traffic on the road wasn’t too heavy and was so quiet at night. But you do have to look when you cross to the beach!House is so comfortable. Beds are comfortable, furniture was comfortable and the kitchen has everything you could ever want to make just about any type of meal. Pots and pans, all in great condition, nice sharp knives, plenty of plates, glasses and silverware. We really felt at home. Communication with the owner was perfect. Appreciated that she checked up on us to make sure everything was going well and responded to our questions very quickly. We are so impressed with Nova Scotia hospitality. : )
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent beach for swimming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful stay! This spot has everything. The house is cozy and spacious! Great for entertaining and just steps to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the 2nd year our group came here and we’re steady booked for 2026! The house has everything you need, is spacious and clean with comfy beds! The beach is right across the street which is fabulous, we swam every day! The hosts are excellent to communicate with and answer every question quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

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

Glorious Spot

We all had a fantastic time at this place, it was great to relax, the beach was across the street, will definitely be renting again, the hosts were fantastic to deal with. Thx again Doug and Kelly.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house suited us perfectly, it was well stocked with towels, Kleenex, toilet paper, etc.Beautiful view and very cosy!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Perfect Stay!

We had an absolutely incredible experience at this property. From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations. The home was spotless, beautifully decorated, and had every amenity we could possibly need. Perfect location-we traveled to Halifax, Lunenburg, Peggy's Cove, Blue Rocks and Ovens National Park. We wouldn't change a thing to this house. Thank you for offering your beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

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

So close to the beach!

Thank you for hosting us! So much room and fully stocked which was really nice. Very comfortable linens and beds! The walk to the beach is close. The neighbors let us use the front lawn because the highway has fast drivers!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Lovely house with a beautiful view

My friends and I stayed at this lovely, spacious house over an extended long weekend. The house is lovely, clean and has all of the amenities — Kelly and Doug have thought of everything. There are a few shops (including grocery and a liquor store) just a short drive away. Its location is ideal for exploring nearby towns of Chester and Lunenburg. The house overlooks a small, beautiful beach, and we really enjoyed sitting in the deck and listening to the ocean. Check-in was easy, and communication with Kelly and Doug was great. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle H.

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

Fantastic Stay!

Spent 5 days enjoying the area, the house couldn't have been more lovely, comfortable and well stocked for all our needs. Fantastic communication with the hosts, would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing. We had a fabulous time . Perfect for exploring Nova Scotia
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Perfect family getaway

Our family of five stayed here over the Thanksgiving weekend and had a wonderful stay. The place is comfy and there is plenty of lounging space for all of us. Love having all the games and books. The kitchen is very well equipped (the best we have had after renting many places over the years.) There is so much to explore in this area. Doug and Kelly are great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

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

Like Living in a Magazine!

This house was spacious, immaculate; beautifully decorated with comfortable beds and an amazing view of the ocean! I loved watching the sunrise every morning. This was a good base for us to see the area from Halifax to Peggy's Cove to Lunenburg. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit in this beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Excellent house, great location, helpful hosts

This house is centrally located for visiting many of the most popular destinations along the South Shore. It is very near several beaches and just a few minutes drive from the restaurants and a grocer in Hubbards. Tastefully furnished and well equipped, it is also thoughtfully supplied for visitors, e.g. boxes of tissue paper and night lights in every room. The hosts respond quickly and are most helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Doug and Kelly

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We are two Canadians currently living in the US and purchased this home as a summer rental and getaway for ourselves. We are frequent travelers who have rented many properties and love this style of travel. Important features we look for when we travel are comfortable beds, ample and comfortable lounging spaces, a well equipped kitchen (we love to cook,.. and eat of course), an ambiance for relaxation, a convenient location, and cleanliness. Our goal was to make our place exceptional in these areas and we think we have accomplished that. We are very familiar with the Halifax area and are happy to answer any questions or make any suggestions that may make your visit better. We welcome you to our home.

Why they chose this property

This area has a great significance to us as Atlantic Canadians. We both spent some of our university years here and we hope to retire in the area.
The surrounding community and oceanfront living has a vibe that goes perfect with relaxation and a glass of wine. The city of Halifax is close by as are many small towns with a great taste of Nova Scotia character. We feel this area is a great representation of what Nova Scotia really is and are happy to share it with those who want to experience the Atlantic Canada culture. We are very proud of this slice of Canada and hope you enjoy it to its fullest.

What makes this property unique

We loved the ocean views, the large living room, and the views from the bedroom windows. The ocean waves are heard throughout the house. Mornings here are a freshness and a tranquility that's hard to explain unless you experience it.

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English