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3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC

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A modern living room with a brick accent wall, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A wooden deck leading to a house with a fenced yard and a stone wall.
A lakeside view with a grassy area, chairs, and a canoe.
A spacious dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
An outdoor patio with a hot tub, wooden table, and chairs, overlooking a lake.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Shortts Lake, NS
  • Place, Shortts Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rath Eastlink Community Centre
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Victoria Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

About this property

3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC

Dockside cottage is the perfect location! Just 10 minutes to Truro or Stewiacke and 35 to Dartmouth crossing or 45 to city centre Halifax!!

There is a bakery in Brookfield that has the most amazing treats which is just a few minutes away!

The lake has a public boat launch so bringing your boat is very convenient. After a day of tubing, relax in the hot tub or enjoy a fire, lakeside!

The cottage will have everything you need! It is truly your home away from home!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised by an adult all times!
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
For any event permission must be requested!
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Gather all bedding and towels and put in the laundry room - please start a load of laundry before leaving
Gather all trash and put in trash bin in driveway, we do not recycle so no need to separate the items.
Turn off all lights, Turn down AC/heat before leaving if used it, make sure all windows doors are shut before leaving,
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03271606364450227-136
Property # 2536075vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: For any event permission must be requested!
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Shortts Lake

Shortts Lake is home to this cottage. Mastodon Ridge and Little White Schoolhouse Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Truro Old Normal College and Colchester Historeum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Rath Eastlink Community Centre or Colchester Legion Stadium.
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Shortts Lake, NS

What's nearby

  • Shortts Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rath Eastlink Community Centre - 13 min drive - 23.5 km
  • NSCC - Truro Campus - 15 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Victoria Park - 16 min drive - 26.4 km
  • The Hub Shopping Centre - 18 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Dragon Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC located?

Situated in Shortts Lake, this cottage is steps from Shortts Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Brookfield Golf & Country Club and Mastodon Ridge. Brookfield Wetland and Nature Trail and Trenholms Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean, beds were comfortable,loved the hot tub, and host was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Was perfect for two families. The host was very helpful and easy to get in contact with
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, well-appointed and great amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay - you are welcome back anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Awesome for our group of people
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Place

We had a friends trip here and it was perfect! Very spacious and clean, would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive, beautiful house!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for staying in our place! You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!!

Enjoyed our stay very much!! Great spot!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, everything you need is there. Lake is gorgeous and the hot tub was wonderful. Fenced in yard for our dog was perfect!
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2026
Glad to see you enjoyed the area and it met your needs for your dog. Hope we have the chance to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot very clean

Wonderful spot loved the Christmas decorations
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The space was ideal for a family gathering (teenager and adults). The property was listed accurately and we enjoyed the privacy and hot tub! The weather didn’t work out to have a backyard fire. There are plenty of amenities near by, only a short drive from the house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely breathtaking location. Very spacious and comfortable house. A bit of maintenance is needed here and there but overall a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the breathtaking location and found the house spacious and comfortable. We also appreciate your feedback about the maintenance. We're always working to keep the property in great condition, and your comments help us identify areas for improvement. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another relaxing stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view

Great spot, relaxing, quiet with a beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is as advertised with a beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Thank you for your review! Hope you enjoyed your stay - you're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was awesome. Very comfortable and clean. Would recommend for a larger group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
a delightful and spacious home. needs a bit of maintenance and a thorough cleaning.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas family gathering

Comfortable property fun family gathering place. Quite and peaceful with everything we needed to enjoy Christmas holidays!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing stay!

The property was great and we really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful views and it was even decorated for the holidays. The driveway however wasn’t plowed and it was really difficult to get out. Overall, lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Newell Family

Awesome stay! We were here for the 1st Nova Scotia Stampede! Cant wait to book for next years stampede!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bachelorette get together

We had a lot of fun . The house was beautiful , check in was seamless and Rebecca was a great host
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great experience

Our two families had an amazing time and made so many wonderful memories during our stay. The home was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. We spend lots of time in the hot tub and on the lake. Truly a vacation to remember!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our 100 Year Stay

The Shortt Lake cottage was the perfect home base for our family gathering for my Dad's 100th Birthday. Handy for pickups from the airport. Close to my Dad's place in Truro. And comfortable for family connections throughout the day and night.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're honoured that the Shortt Lake cottage could be part of such a special occasion—your dad's 100th birthday is truly something to celebrate! We're glad the location worked well for your family and that the space provided comfort for meaningful time together. Wishing your family all the best, and we'd be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, but couldn't figure out how to use the shower in main bathroom and the lamps didn't work, but all in all it was a great holiday and thoroughly enjoyed myself
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're so pleased to hear you had a great holiday and enjoyed your stay overall. We appreciate you letting us know about the shower in the main bathroom and the lamps not working. We'll make sure both are checked and addressed so future guests have an even better experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Lake Vacay!

We stayed here for one week with extended family. There was plenty of room for everyone, lots of nooks and crannies to relax. Lots of room for time together and time alone to read a book or relax. The cottage and lake area had everything we needed! The host, Rebecca, was very responsive and answered questions immediately. Will be back for a third booking next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Looking forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lake house

This house was truly amazing! It was such a relaxing place with the lake, the dock, the outside fireplace and the hot tub to sit in on the cooler evenings. The beds were comfortable, as were the sofa and chairs. We loved this rental! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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