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Waterfront Property overlooking sandy beach

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Property grounds
Beach
Pool
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 292.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chance Harbour, NS
  • Melmerby Beach Provincial Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • New Glasgow City Hall
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Caribou and Munroes Island Provincial Park
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Property overlooking sandy beach

Our location is perfect for provincial isolation guidelines while affording you the opportunity to stretch your legs with walks on the beach and on our property. Quiet exclusive area approx 1000sq. ft. Living room, dining area and kitchen looking out over the ocean just 100 ft. away. Large bedroom facing south, 2 bathrooms (one is en suite and the other contains a jetted tub). Access to private sandy beach, great for swimming, bonfires, lobster fishing close by for easy access to fresh lobster, located 20 min. from New Glasgow with large modern regional Hospital, 140km from Halifax & Robert Stanfield International Airport.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-05091456051308202-316

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chance Harbour

Located in Chance Harbour, this apartment is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Powells Point Provincial Park and Melmerby Beach Provincial Park, while Pictou County Sports Heritage Hall of Fame and Carmichael Stewart House are cultural highlights. Sports Hall of Fame and Caspers Gifts and Crafts are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Chance Harbour, NS

What's nearby

  • Melmerby Beach Provincial Park - 18 min drive - 13.1 km
  • New Glasgow City Hall - 25 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Glasgow Square Theatre - 25 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Pictou Marina - 41 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Caribou and Munroes Island Provincial Park - 46 min drive - 36.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Murphy’s Margaritaville - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Cassa De Chief - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Sharon's Place - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Sam's of Trenton - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Property overlooking sandy beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Property overlooking sandy beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Property overlooking sandy beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Property overlooking sandy beach located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out apartment building in Chance Harbour is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Powells Point Provincial Park and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Melmerby Beach Provincial Park and Glen Lovat Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Beautiful view!

Great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

A Great Getaway

We were very happy with our stay. Our goal was to rest and relax and this spot was quiet, on the water with access to a private beach and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Donna F.

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

Our stay at Chance Harbour

Art our host was very kind and hospitable. The apartment had a wonderful view and the sunrises and sunsets are amazing. The apartment is a bit dated but comfortable. Having two bathrooms was a bonus. The bedroom has air conditioning but we only used once as the ocean breezes are cooling. It is very quiet too and you only hear the lobster boats in the morning. Thank you Art.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Beautiful!

What a beautiful and peaceful place. It was perfect for me and my daughter to unwind and recharge.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUZANNE P.

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

Peace

A wonderful place to relax. The host made us feel right at home. The view was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heinrich W.

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

Very quiet location ideal very relaxing

Clean quiet remote relaxed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeanne n.

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

Serenity

The property was as advertised. It was spacious and comfortable and the host was warm, welcoming and ready to help as needed. The setting was quiet and peaceful and the view spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Fantastic views!

Very friendly hosts. Nicely equipped accommodation with views towards PEI, Pictou Island and Cape Breton Island. Enjoyed watching eagles and seals. The beach was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Sweet sea view

Room has a beautiful sweeping view of Northumberland Strait. Art is extremely friendly and a wonderful story teller!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

W.B. W.

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

Grand Slam Stay

Stayed for the Kyoti Slam and had a great trip. Beautiful views and a lovely stay. Quiet and secluded if you are looking for peaceful nights. Art is fantastic, made sure we had everything we needed. Great host. Thanks for the stay! Craig &Jayne
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

What a Wonderful place to stay.

My husband and I really enjoyed are time here. The views from the living room are spectacular sunrise and sunset over the Northumberland Strait were just beautiful. We enjoyed the private beach with the mild water temp. Our host and family were just so sweet and friendly. Would love to find ourselves up there again sometime.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yves N.

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

Fantastic view and very friendly hosts

We enjoyed every moment, the view can not be put in words. Amenities are great, Art and Stephanie were wonderful hosts. A treasure in Nova Scotia!!! Keep it up Art!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

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

Our 2nd Lovely Stay

We can't get enough of the view of the harbour. Its the perfect spot tucked in between 2 beaches within walking distance. This is a 2nd floor apartment so there are stairs but its worth it for the view. The kitchen had everything needed for preparing easy meals. Art is an attentive host checking with us that we had everything needed for our stay We will be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Stunning ocean views & welcoming host

This has been our favorite VRBO so far. ( out of about 20 rentals) Something about the sights and sounds of the surf, watching sea gulls and eagles fly around you. Beaches within walking distance, many provincial parks close by, we felt totally spoiled. The host Art was attentive and gave the best tour of the property making sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Beautiful oceanside retreat

Fantastic location with full panoramic view overlooking the Northumberland Strait. Excellent private beach just steps away, another nice (public) beach a short walk away. Beautiful and quiet. When we stayed there were deer nearby and a bald eagle visiting right on the edge of the property. Art was a great host - not intrusive but always cheerful and available.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Natalie P., North Augusta, Canada

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

Great place!

We had a wonderful time during our stay. The hosts were great for answering questions and offering information for area attractions and restaurants . Beautiful private beach. Gorgeous view! Unit was well equipped. Our only complaint is that there was no air conditioning and it was very hot our first two nights.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

A gem of a spot!

This is not your modern, shiny and hi tech apartment. It's more of a "walking into your grandparents warm embrace" kind of place. This apartment is quirky and cozy and is set up with everything you might need for a stay of any length, we wish we could have stayed longer. The furnishings are cozy and warm and the bed very comfortable. The views are absolutely breathtaking, one can just sit in the comfortable chairs and stare out at it all day....literally! There's a private beach a few steps away and beautiful Melmerby less than a 10 minute drive away. Art is a welcoming host and genuinely is happy to ensure you have everything you need to enjoy your stay. Very private and quiet. We'll definitely be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

James T.

Liked: Check-in, location

First Time in Nova Scotia

Drove up here after a flight into Halifax. Entry was perfect. When we met Art the next day, he was as congenial and responsive as a host can be. He asked if anything was needed, and we mentioned the coffee pot was in bad shape and we needed another coffee mug. Later that day, a new coffee maker and mugs were at the doorstep! J&C
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

A peaceful stay in Chance Harbour

The apartment was clean and comfortable, perhaps furnishings could use some updating? But the view was spectacular and the property was very quiet and peaceful, which was exactly what we were looking for. Art went out of his way to be helpful, even providing a teapot as soon as we mentioned it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

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

Spacious with a spectacular view

We enjoyed our 8 day stay immensely. We wanted space, a place to cook and to be near water. We got all three. We enjoyed our morning coffee taking in the wonderful view of the water. The kitchen had everything needed to prepare food and cleanup. There was coffee provided too. The apartment is large, the king bed was comfortable, and the shower was oversized. It was a short walk (5 & 10 minutes) to the sandy beaches on either side of the property. It is over the owner's residence but quiet. We never heard any noise from below. Art and family were welcoming and friendly, checking with us when we were coming in and out to make sure we had what we needed. Note, there are stairs. We look forward to returning next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Kathleen M., Carlisle, PA

Disliked: Cleanliness

Hurricane Fiona made this property unavailable

After dodging down trees, debris on the road and sagging electric lines We arrived at our property to be greeted by an older woman struggling to prepare our rooms in the absence of electricity. The owner was out searching for gas for the generator that would give us some power. So We opted to forgo staying here, but told Them not worry about a refund to us as they had a lot of cleanup to do on the property and needed the money more than we did. What we did see though looked to be a lovely setting for a VRBO: spacious with a grand view of the bay. I SHOULD have called ahead as suggested by VRBO and we would have avoided our disappointment!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Karen G.

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

It’s all about the view!!

We enjoyed our stay in Chance Harbour! Art is a good host, readily available for questions. I liked that he gave us a tour upon our arrival and showed us how to work the TV etc. The private beach is lovely, we were lucky to have an unseasonably warm day in September to spend on the beach! We would go back if ever up that way! Thanks Art!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald S., Windsor, Canada

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

Chance Harbor Nova Scotia Cottage

Beautiful upper floor suite - high above the water with a spectacular view of the harbor, Pictou island, sandy beach and more. It's private and quiet. Friends who came to visit us, expressed their impression of the place, with a "Wow" when they saw the view and neat accommodations.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Effie A Gillespie

Host profile image
Born and raised in Pictou County. I am a retired home builder with a degree in Industrial Engineering. I am 75yrs old married for 52yrs and have lived here since1980.

Why they chose this property

This property is appraised at $900,000 and was rebuilt by myself over the years. It has two separate entrances, one of which is to this unit.

What makes this property unique

Located across the Northumberland Strait from PEI, in fact we are only a 20 min drive to the PEI ferry. We are 15 min drive to two 18 hole golf courses. On a clear night you can see among the stars the flights going to Europe but you can't hear them, matter of fact you can't hear anything at night except maybe the loons on a nearby lake or the frogs.

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