House in La Have Island, NS

Island House Above Trees! 360° Oceanview, 4BR, Car-Accessible, Near Lunenburg

Island House Above Trees! 360° Oceanview, 4BR, Car-Accessible, Near Lunenburg

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SkyView sits on the highest point of our island above the treetops.
Comfortable , spacious seating in the atrium with a panoramic view of the ocean.
Atrrium seating area seen from 2nd floor balcony.
On the top of a hill, SkyView has a 360 degree view of the LaHave Islands.
The 2-story atrium is the centerpiece of the house and lets in lots of light.

Overview of Island House Above Trees! 360° Oceanview, 4BR, Car-Accessible, Near Lunenburg

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

La Have Island, NS
  • Popular LocationRisser's Beach Provincial Park13 min drive
  • Popular LocationLunenburg Visitor Information Centre45 min drive
  • Popular LocationHirtle's Beach46 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Island House Above Trees! 360° Oceanview, 4BR, Car-Accessible, Near Lunenburg

Experience Nova Scotia island-living at its finest at SkyView on LaHave Island, a 25-year old home perched on the highest point of LaHave Island, above the treetops. Now with high-speed Internet! Please view our house tour video, which is posted with our pictures. Or search "SkyView on LaHave Island" on the web.

A Unique Experience

Our house is built high like a castle on a hill -- you drive your car up to the second floor door with a bridge to the house. As you enter, you encounter a 2-story atrium with large-window views of the ocean (there are 28 windows and skylights in the atrium alone!)

Nearly every window in the house reveals a spectacular vista. Guests have a 360-degree view of the mostly uninhabited, wooded LaHave Islands, and of a picturesque cove, sprawling bay, and vast Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy amazing views from three new decks with glass-panels.

The LaHave Islands: An Exceptional Destination

From the minute you approach Crescent Beach, a popular 1.2-mile long beach which leads from the mainland out to the LaHave Islands, you know you’ve come to a special place. After driving down the wide beach (or taking the road behind it), you follow a winding road and cross two bridges. You encounter postcard views along every turn -- colorful houses, old fishing wharves, and fishing and pleasure boats passing by. At the end of the road, you’ll find SkyView on LaHave Island.

Conveniently Situated

Accessible by car without the need of a ferry, we’re a 3-minute walk from the water. We’re a 7minute drive from the mainland and the Lighthouse Route, which runs the mainland between Halifax and Yarmouth. It’s 30-minutes to Bridgewater, which is the area’s main shopping area, and 40 minutes from the historic seaport of Lunenburg and seaside town of Mahone Bay. We’re an hour-and a half southwest of Halifax and the airport (YHZ).

Our property offers beauty and privacy, yet is located in a vibrant island community, on the most populated of the two dozen islands which make up the LaHave Islands. We’re also in an area of the South Shore which has much to offer tourists.

Outside

Enjoy the views from 3 decks -- a wraparound deck accessible off the great room, a smaller deck off the den, and a balcony off both the master bedroom and study. Relax listening to the seagulls, watching fishing boats in the bay, sunrises in the morning, sunsets at night, a full moon and stars across the sky, and view deer and small fox which roam the property.

Inside

Come home from a day at the beach to warm yourself in front of an airtight soapstone wood-burning stove in the great room. Our home can comfortably sleep 6 adults in 3 bedrooms (all with skylights), and in a den with a pullout couch-bed. Our guest limit is six people. If you desire to have additional people visit you at any point, you must contact us and see if this is possible. We provide bedding and bath towels, and a washer/dryer. Guests provide their own beach towels. The house also has baseboard electric heating with thermostats in each room.

The master bedroom is huge with a king bed, 6 skylights, and a 50-inch flat screen TV with local channels. It has an extra space with a lounge chair, desk, and can also fit a baby crib. The master has direct access to the bathroom.

The kitchen is large and equipped with a new refrigerator, stove and dishwasher. It has a microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, food processor, quality kitchenware and a small breakfast table. The dining room has a large mahogany table with antique chairs.

The first floor den is a second seating area which supplements the atrium. It has a pullout couch which sleeps two people. The den has a 36-inch smart HDTV with many apps such as Netflix, Apple TV, Prime Video, Hulu, YouTube TV, Disney, Peacock. The TV has an HDMI cable that can be hooked up to a computer. It also has a DVD player and stereo. The den is adjacent to the first floor bathroom and there is a deck off of the den.

You can enjoy playing ping-pong on a full-size table in the basement.

We have high-speed wireless Internet (25 mbps download & 5 mbps upload) and the cell service is good.

We do not allow smoking of any kind inside our home.

What to Do

Locally, there are many attractions. Half a dozen beaches are within a 10-minute drive, including Risser's Beach Provincial Park, with a fine-sand beach with lifeguards, winding boardwalk along a back marsh, visitor’s center, a snack bar and shower facility.

On our island are many quaint paths and roads to walk or bike, a marine museum, community hall, government wharf, boat launch, a church, and a cemetery.

On nearby Crescent Beach, people love to park their cars on the beach, walk their dogs, surf, kite-board, stroll the beach at sunrise and sunset, and of course, swim!

Several fishermen and their families still live on the islands. Some will take visitors out fishing or on island tours (ask us). Locals also love to share their community's history through casual encounters along the road and at events like the weekly morning coffee hour, serving the best home-made scones and sticky buns you’ve ever tasted – really. The community hall also hosts guest lectures and other events.

Along the Lighthouse Route on the mainland are lots of craft and antique shops, artist studios, restaurants, museums, and historical sites (such as the Fort Point Museum in LaHave, where the French first landed in Canada in 1604). You can take in musical events, county fairs, farmers’ markets, art shows, ox pulls, movies, theater and more.

For sporting activities, you can rent kayaks and paddle boards, golf at several courses, go horseback riding, rock climb, wind surf, para-sail, and enjoy the resort at White Point Beach, where you can get a day pass to use the pools, yard games, and boats.

Don't miss the most famous bakery in Nova Scotia, the LaHave Bakery (15 minutes away), where you can sit down in its quaint dining area and enjoy an amazing breakfast or lunch.

Another guest favorite is 'The Ovens,' which is a series of ocean caves accessible by wooded walkways, where the waves pound in and out. At Ross Farm, children will love to see a “working” farm where they still raise animals and grow crops. And bake sales and lobster suppers in community halls all over the area are delicious!

A Quality Rental Experience

We've been renting our two homes for 25 years to people from places as far away as Germany and Hong Kong. We strive to make our guests' stays completely enjoyable. After you reserve, we will mail you driving instructions, information about the house, and things to do in the area.

The house will be thoroughly cleaned before your arrival and if something should occur during your stay, we have a handyman on standby and a variety of service specialists who should be able to fix any problems quickly. We also provide excellent communication by phone and email prior to and during your stay.

Our Rates

Our rental rates are priced similarly to other higher-end Nova Scotia oceanfront homes. The cost and the minimum nights we require vary depending on the time of year and the duration of your stay. For week-long rentals, we rent from Saturday to Saturday but may be able to make an exception based on demand.

The rent we charge is in US dollars, includes all taxes, and will be converted by the website to CDN$ for Canadian guests. We do not charge a cleaning fee. If staying for two weeks or more, the rate is $100 US less for each additional week. Pets are welcome for a non-refundable $100 US fee.

Availability

If SkyView is booked during the week you are travelling, please note that we also own 'THE FENNEL OLD HOUSE,' a renovated 100-year old home next door. It sits on a picturesque cove overlooking a wide bay, 50. feet from the water. The property has gorgeous views from many vantage points, including from four decks, a gazebo, and dock. It sleeps up to seven people. Please see our VRBO listing #309521 or HomeAway listing #393316.

Contact Us

We hope you have the chance to experience our little piece of heaven. We must take reservations through the website, but please reach me at 617-909-7279 to discuss any questions. I can call you back to save you any charges.

Property manager

Mont Fennel

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Many beaches & activities in the immediate area.

Events

No events allowed
Talk to us before booking.

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
$100 US non-refundable pet fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking due to odor and fire hazard.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: Talk to us before booking.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03271510481437150-11

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

LaHave Islands

Located in LaHave Islands, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Fort Point Museum and St John's Anglican Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Risser's Beach Provincial Park and Indian Path Commons. Travelling with kids? Consider LaHave Islands Marine Museum and Halifax and Southwestern Railway Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Risser's Beach Provincial Park - 13 min drive
  • Petite Riviere Vineyards - 16 min drive
  • Bluenose II - 44 min drive
  • Lunenburg Visitor Information Centre - 45 min drive
  • Hirtle's Beach - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • MacLeod's Canteen - 17 min drive
  • Fishery Products International Ltd - 34 min drive
  • LaHave Seafoods Ltd - 18 min drive
  • MacLeod's Cottages - 17 min drive
  • Ploughmans Lunch - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Island House Above Trees! 360° Oceanview, 4BR, Car-Accessible, Near Lunenburg have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Island House Above Trees! 360° Oceanview, 4BR, Car-Accessible, Near Lunenburg pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Island House Above Trees! 360° Oceanview, 4BR, Car-Accessible, Near Lunenburg ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island House Above Trees! 360° Oceanview, 4BR, Car-Accessible, Near Lunenburg ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island House Above Trees! 360° Oceanview, 4BR, Car-Accessible, Near Lunenburg located?

This family-friendly LaHave Islands holiday home is located by the sea, 1 mi (1.6 km) from LaHave Islands Marine Museum, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Risser's Beach Provincial Park and Fort Point Museum. Petite Riviere Vineyards and LaHave Ferry Terminal are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Helika A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hilltop home away from home
Fantastic home with great views - 360 degrees . Very clean , open concept with an absolutely grand cozy master bedroom. Other very spacious great bedrooms . A den which wants you just to curl up and relax . Everything you need is in the kitchen . Very spacious patios . When you walk into the home you are welcomed by an absolutely stunning two story atrium . The house is bright from multiple windows giving such lovely natural light .Stunning sunrise and was told sunsets are fantastic as well but the clouds were out while visiting . Beautiful wood stove in the middle of the main floor . There are only good things to say about this place . The host is very helpful , accessible and caring . You will not be disappointed going to this home !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Wendy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely LaHave Skyview
If you want privacy and scenery you have this here. The property is spectacular. Everything you need is here. The host is just a phone call away if you need him and he is very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Carol E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in La Havre
Beautiful home in wonderful spot
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

5/5 Excellent

Günter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Weekend get-away
Had a lovely stay at the Island House Above Trees! Everything was well in order and as advertised. LaHave Island and area is very scenic and lovely for walks. 2 nights is not long enough however!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

5/5 Excellent

Mari-Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Lovely house, spectacular views, interesting area. A great place to unwind!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mont Fennel

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Mitzi, Dad & Mont Boating in the summer of 1966.

My sister and I have been coming to NS every summer of our lives. Our home, the islands, and the area are our nirvana.

Why they chose this property

More than 60 years ago, in 1956, our father stumbled upon the LaHave Islands while on a boat tour with a friend. He bought a house from a fishing family and our family has been up every summer since. Over the years we renovated the waterfront home and in 1997, Dad sold that house to the children. We named it the "Fennel Old House" (listing 393316). That's because in 1997, Dad then built a new home, high on the hill next door -- SkyView on LaHave Island. My sister and I recently purchased this house as well and have been renting it for ten years.

What makes this property unique

1) Beauty -- Unparalleled views of the ocean from above the treetops -- you feel like you're soaring above the earth! Soak in, photograph or paint the vistas from our property, as well as of fishing boats, wharves, and colorful houses that dot the islands.

2) Romance -- Total privacy and relaxation. Enjoy the ambiance of our wood stove, lounging on multiple decks, walks on island paths, and more.

3) Adventure – Dozens of things to do on the popular South Shore mainland area (within 5 to 40 minutes), and quick access to beaches (5 to10 minutes). We provide guests with a guide with directions.

4) Community -- An unusually close group of families, both fishermen and summer residents, who live nearby and welcome visitors.

5) Pets – We gladly accept them, with a non-refundable $100 US pet fee.

6) Boating -- Your boat can be moored at the government wharf on Bush Island, a 4 minute drive. Kayak rentals are 12 minutes away.

Languages:

English
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