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Hill House is a seaside cottage, 25 min from downtown Halifax. Fully Winterized

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Front Entrance/ Front Yard
Back yard
Come on in
Sunroom
Kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Ketch Harbour, NS
  • Place, Crystal Crescent Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Dalhousie University
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hill House is a seaside cottage, 25 min from downtown Halifax. Fully Winterized

Hill House is a seaside cottage with a large private yard, new patio and vast gardens. This historic cottage provides privacy with an ocean view and 3 min walk to the ocean where you can watch the sun set on the wharf or dip your feet into the Atlantic Ocean. Beautiful Crystal Crescent beach is 10 minutes away and downtown Halifax is a 25 min drive - Uber now services this location. This cottage is the perfect home base for your East Coast vacation.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 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

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-05190818455475070-20

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ketch Harbour

Located in Ketch Harbour, this cottage is near the beach. Museum of Natural History and Rebecca Cohn Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Halifax Citadel and Chebucto Head Lighthouse. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Scotiabank Centre or Dartmouth Sportsplex.
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Ketch Harbour, NS

What's nearby

  • Crystal Crescent Beach - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Dalhousie University - 29 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 29 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Halifax Citadel - 29 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Scotiabank Centre - 29 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 44 min drive
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pavia Gallery Espresso Bar & Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ocean View Fisheries Ltd - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Singapore Suite - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kimmie's Canteen - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hill House is a seaside cottage, 25 min from downtown Halifax. Fully Winterized pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hill House is a seaside cottage, 25 min from downtown Halifax. Fully Winterized?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hill House is a seaside cottage, 25 min from downtown Halifax. Fully Winterized?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hill House is a seaside cottage, 25 min from downtown Halifax. Fully Winterized located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Duncans Cove Nature Reserve and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Chebucto Head Lighthouse. Sambro Harbour Lighthouse and Pennant Harbour Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

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

Great stay

This was a great place to stay, so many great places to see close by. The house had everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

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

Calme séjour à la campagne

Maison très coquette, bien équipée, intéressant guide fourni par l'hôte, situation parfaite à 20 minutes d'Halifax et 15 minutes de la belle plage Crescent beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephan S.

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

Great cottage

This place was a lot bigger than we expected, great location, close to Halifax.Only thing that would have been nice, is a queen size bed in one of the rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret F.

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

We loved it

Charming cottage and grounds, quiet, great corner deck, everything we needed (except a hairdryer), plus a bonus rabbit nibbling on the grass
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie P.

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

Wonderful spot

Had a great stay. Wonderful, comfortable and well equipped house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

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

Beautiful cottage

A beautiful cottage in gorgeous Ketch Harbour. Out family of four was comfortable and the location is central for exploring this part of the province/
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

A dream come true.

Absolutely loved our time there! Very clean and home-feeling. And the near by scenery breathtaking. On behalf of Oneday Dreams, thank you for creating memories for our dreamer in granting her wish.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Lovely stay

We enjoyed our time here. We hit the weather perfectly and enjoyed the beach/ hikes and views in the area. We would stay here again. It was great for our family of 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geneviève T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at the cottage in August 2025 (two adults, two teenagers).The cottage is tucked away in a serene corner 25 minutes beyond Halifax. The drive winds through picturesque scenery.Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with effortless access and the thoughtful touch of a meticulously prepared guidebook by the owner. Inside, every detail of the décor speaks of refined taste—an atmosphere where style meets comfort with grace. The chalet is not only generous in size but also impeccably maintained and fully equipped. The patio includes carefully curated outdoor piecesIt is, in every sense, a jewel of coastal living—sophisticated yet inviting, private yet welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna N.

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

Wonderful relaxing stay

We had such a lovely 5 nights here. A tranquil oasis to come back to after exploring the region. We loved the outdoor space, the beds were very comfortable, the dining room bright and airy. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

SuzeAnn G.

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

Amazing Place

Lovely place and scenery.. Accommodations were clean and beautifully decorated. The Host gave us a welcome packet that suggested places to see..Appreciated all the communication. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Would come back again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie M.

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

Thank you

I wish there were more restaurant selections in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette H.

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

Cozy Cottage

Beautiful cottage with so many cozy touches. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was an absolutely charming cottage to stay at. Easy access to downtown Halifax. Host responded to queries immediately. Clean and comfortable. A very pretty and quaint area. I would highly recommend and am likely to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

bonnie l.

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

Ketch Harbour Cottage

The property is spacious and comfortable. It is rustic and interesting. The owner was thoughtful about provisions and necessities which was great considering it is rather remote. We were there during the horrific NS floods and the little house held her own during days of thunder storms! The power was out for eight hours but we found candles and a flashlight.We would book this unit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mathieu P.

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

Family vacation

Great location and property
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kerri Henneberry

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