Located in Portuguese Cove, this holiday home is by the sea. Museum of Natural History and Emera Oval are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Halifax Shopping Centre and Scotia Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Scotiabank Centre, or consider a night out at The Marquee Ballroom. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 26 min drive - 24.2 km
Casino Nova Scotia - 26 min drive - 24.2 km
Scotiabank Centre - 26 min drive - 24.5 km
Getting around
Halifax Station - 34 min drive
Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Pavia Gallery Espresso Bar & Cafe - 7 min drive
Harruetson Field Pizza - 19 min drive
Kimmie's Canteen - 7 min drive
Singapore Suite - 13 min drive
Now We're Convenient - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Gallery /Spa House in picturesque Oceanside community pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Gallery /Spa House in picturesque Oceanside community?
As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gallery /Spa House in picturesque Oceanside community on 6 Nov 2027 start from AU$678, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Gallery /Spa House in picturesque Oceanside community?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Gallery /Spa House in picturesque Oceanside community?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Gallery /Spa House in picturesque Oceanside community?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Gallery /Spa House in picturesque Oceanside community located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Sambro Harbour Lighthouse, Crystal Crescent Beach Provincial Park and Pennant Harbour Lighthouse. Bowlarama Spryfield and Crystal Crescent Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is a beautiful property, and has been thoughtfully designed to feel like an artful nature retreat. We loved the easy access to coastal hiking, and were delighted by the stargazing off the back deck.
Beautiful home with lovely trails close by. Relaxation oasis. Saw lots of wildlife right in the backyard! Amazing views of the ocean in a 5 minute walk. Great artwork and woodwork within the home.
Beautiful, large home, well-equipped and cozy. Loved the hot tub and big screen tv!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Susie
30 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful scenery, well laid out rooms, well equipped, and easy to find. Beds were comfortable. The location is also drivable to Halifax. Would recommend.
We had a wonderful stay. The house is beautiful and the art work is well done and a treasure to admire. The area is truly picturesque. Thank you Randy!
We had a great stay at the property! It was clean, beautiful, and perfect for our family weekend away. The hot tub and sauna were so nice! We loved the location and the quick walk to the water. I would love to come back and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2025
Thanks. If you need to contact me ....
902-999-6565
This property is unique and well equipped. We really liked all the art and woodwork. We also enjoyed the sauna and hot tub. Highly recommend for a quiet getaway!
Beautiful property located in a picturesque setting. Randy's place was close enough to town that we still felt it was a relatively close drive while still being immersed in nature. Randy was very helpful throughout our stay and even let us know when there were whales in the harbour so that we had the opportunity to see them.
This was an amazing property somehow cozy, but with plenty of space. We stayed with our two daughters and everyone had plenty of room We were surrounded inside by inspirational paintings, sculpture and other artwork and outside Mother Nature at her best with a picturesque view from the house and porch areas. The location was ideal located just 20 min from numerous hikes and just 30 min from Halifax. Our host made a bevy of recommendations on local attractions that greatly enhanced our vacation experience. The hot tub and sauna were in great condition and enjoyed relaxing in them after various hikes and day trips. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Robert M.
3 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Bed and cleanliness
Neighborhood quiet. House was dusty. House didn’t seem to be quite finished. Hot tub and sauna was good. One bed upstairs uncomfortable. 2 other beds good. Overall a good spot. People who stayed before us didn’t use garbage bags. There garbage was still there when we arrived. We got rid of it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2025
Not sure this review is fair. This is the first non 5 star review we have had. We understand with the number of people who rent we can never 100% satisfy everyone. The house is finished, all the beds/matresses were newly purchased in February. I am not sure about garbage? in the utility room we have bags of recycled goods and cardboard stored for weekly pick up, but that is in the utility room behind a closed door. At any rate ...thanks for staying.
We stayed in the Gallery House this past weekend for two nights and had a fantastic visit. Close enough to the city that bad weather would not have stopped us from getting there, far enough away from the city that it was very quiet and we could hear the ocean waves on the rocks and see all the beautiful stars. The host was very helpful after the booking letting us know what items were in the kitchen and about the check in process. The host met me there once I arrived to explain the use of the sauna and hot tub and fireplace. He also had a beautiful fire lit already. Being a football fan the TV had quite a number of the sports channels, as well as other movie channels and I could log into my own streaming services as well. The property it's self was very easy to find, lots of parking and self contained. Inside the fully equipped kitchen was great and wonderful to prepare full meals in. The bedrooms and bathrooms were well appointed and clean / comfy. There were lots of towels, warm blankets and extra pillows throughout the rental. There were no issues with the use of the hot tub and sauna as we used them both nights. Lots of walking trails close by that could be used but it was quite a cold weekend so we mainly stayed inside. We would definitely stay again and recommend to any friends or family.