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Guest suite

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

Lake Echo Escape: lakefront retreat w/ hot tub

Welcome to Lake Echo Escape! Just twenty minutes outside the city you’ll find our serene secondary-unit stay. Spend your afternoon soaking up rays on the dock and take a dip in the lake. Take a relaxing soak in the hilltop hot tub. Cook yourself a meal on the bbq and enjoy it on your private patio, overlooking the beautiful Lake Echo. Inside you’ll find a large, light filled apartment with a luxurious queen bed, as well as a kitchenette equipped with everything you’ll need to feel right at home.

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Home

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

The Creation Lounge Retreat - A Unique Gem!

From the moment you walk in the door of this fully renovated open-concept mid-century modern home, you immediately feel relaxed by the 16' ceilings, minimal up-scale decor, water views and tranquil surroundings. Large hot tub with water views. Pedal Boat, swimming lake nearby, fire pit, board & lawn games, host art/craft sale. Just 25 min to DT Halifax or Peggy's Cove. Restaurants, groceries, liquor, drug stores etc. only 5-10 min. away! The Dino Den Aviary onsite. Registration: STR2425A6031

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Flat

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews

Cozy Cove Studio in Peggys Cove incl. Breakfast!

We have enhanced our cleaning habits to include disinfecting for COVID-19 between guests along with sanitization. Bookings include a delicious breakfast and coffee for two at the Sou' Wester Gift and Restaurant for each night booked. We offer 25% off all other meals at the Sou' Wester. This studio creates an expansive feeling of space to relax and be at home while only steps away from the iconic lighthouse and rocks of Peggys Cove. Spend the day watching the waves and exploring around the rocks.

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Cottage

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 209 reviews

Fox Point Lake House - Luxury Lakefront Rental!

Featured on Home Shores - Season 2, Episode 1! This one of a kind luxury lake house has plenty to offer. Gorgeous lakefront, private beach, hot tub that overlooks the lake, water views from the main floor and primary bedroom, wood fireplace and the list goes on. Other features include: - 30 mins from Halifax - Cathedral ceilings with A frame front - Built in wet bar with wine and beer fridge - Private sand beach - Salt water hot tub that comfortably sits 7 Check our IG - @foxpointlakehouse

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Home

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Gorgeous Oceanfront Estate in Peggy’s Cove

Enjoy one of the most unique private oceanfront properties in southern Nova Scotia! A newly furnished year-round home with all the amenities, 1,000ft of oceanfront with beautiful docks, a pebble beach and stunning sunsets! At night, enjoy the sky full of stars and sounds of the ocean around the large fire-pit, and in the morning watch the sunrise over the crystal clear lake in front of the home. Enough room for family and friends, located within minutes of Peggy’s Cove and 25 min from Halifax.

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Home

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 261 reviews

Hot Tub, BBQ, Arcade, Play Room, River Hikes, Yoga

Fantastic getaway only 45 mins from Halifax yet in true countryside. Relax in the hot tub, swim in the river, sit by the fire pit or the wood stove, cook and eat on the patio bbq, play air hockey, foosball or the vintage arcade machine, challenge your crew to our collection of board games, do yoga, meditate or workout in a dedicated room or just spend a chill evening reading. The house, 200 acres of land, and 2 miles of river are yours to explore, put together with special care just for you!

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Cottage

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews

The Cape -Vacation Beachfront -Cozy Staycation

Looking for a quiet Staycation/Vacation or need a place to quarantine before visiting family or friends? The Cape is perfect year round, located on Shad Bay just 25min from downtown Halifax and 15min from Peggy’s Cove. It has spectacular views from it’s two tiered back deck, 50’ wharf and your own private beach, where you can enjoy the water, sand, beach toys, 2 kayaks and paddle board. With patio doors all along the back, the kitchen, dining and main living space, have breathtaking views.

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Bungalow

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews

Salty SeaScape 4 Bed OCEAN-VIEW Home with SWIM SPA

Spacious home indoors & out! Large kitchen, dining room & living room with beautiful ocean views. Enjoy looking at the ocean from the bedrooms too! Outdoors watch the gorgeous sunsets over the water from the SWIM SPA or large, gated front deck. In the backyard enjoy BBQing or s’mores at the Fire-pit! Walk to the Corner store for take out or liquor, only 3 doors down. Crystal Crescent Beach is only a 5 minute drive from the house. The yard is fully fenced for peace of mind with kids & pets.

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Guest suite

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews

Beautiful 1 bedroom cottage in Herring Cove

Modern bayside cottage with distinctive style and stunning ocean views. Spacious upper floor with King sized bed and airy open spaces, above a cozy and intimate living area. Enjoy the seaside firepit in the shared backyard while watching all the activities in both Herring Cove and the Atlantic. Just 20 minutes from downtown, you'll have easy access to all Halifax has to offer, while waking up to the sound of surf from the Atlantic. Easy drive to Lunenburg or Peggy's Cove.

Home

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

Beachside Escape in Queensland

Beautiful beach front home, steps away from Queensland Beach Provincial Park with the Aspotogan Hiking Trails at your back door step. Enjoy the evenings on your 45' covered veranda or create memories around the outdoor fire pit in the backyard. Fall asleep to the sounds of waves crashing and wake up to the picturesque views of stunning St Margaret's Bay, accompanied by nature at your fingertips featuring plenty of wild life including pheasants, rabbits, and deer.

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Guest suite

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 211 reviews

Private, hot tub beach haven

This coastal themed home is located at the end of a private lane on an estuary stemming from the ocean. A short 5-7 minute walk to one of Nova Scotia’s most beautiful beaches. (Conrad’s beach) Watch the stars from the covered porch, enclosed sunroom, or bubbling hot, modern hot tub. You’ll fall in love with the sounds of the marine birds frolicking in the water directly a stones throw from any location of the home. Sunsets are spectacular!

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Cottage

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviews

Wilson's Coastal Club - C6

Call us for the best rates on this cozy studio cottage! It features a covered deck with ceiling fan, furniture, and propane BBQ. Inside, enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, dining and sitting area with a propane fireplace, plus free high-speed Wi-Fi and Internet TV. Additionally, guests can opt to add our unique wood-fired hot tub experience for an additional fee. For more details, see our “Other things to Note” section.

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Stay near Halifax's top sights

Dalhousie University35 locals recommend

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site318 locals recommend

Point Pleasant Park295 locals recommend

Halifax Public Gardens234 locals recommend

Atlantic Superstore226 locals recommend

Halifax Seaport Farmer's Market196 locals recommend

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Cottage

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews

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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews

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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviews

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Home

5 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviews

Amazing Lake Front w Hot Tub & Kayaks - Must See!

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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

Beautiful 2 Stories 3Rm+den+curtained family room

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Island

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

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Apartment

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

Ross Estates Retreat With Pool, Hot-tub

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Home

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

Enjoy Dartmouth at this lakefront home

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Halifax

Total rentals
1.5K properties
Total number of reviews
83K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
570 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
340 properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
40 properties have a pool
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
850 properties have a dedicated workspace

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