Getaway Prospect Bay Cottage close to Prospect Village/Peggy's Cove/Halifax
This gem of a cottage while right on the water is sheltered by trees allowing for both gorgeous views and privacy. Your own exclusive wharf provides for great swimming and a small pebbly beach when the tide is out. The cottage is 20 minutes to Peggy's Cove 30 minutes to downtown Halifax. Picturesque, historic Prospect Village is only a 5-minute drive where one of the best hiking trails can be found in Nova Scotia. Getaway cottage is right on Prospect Bay ~the parking pad is at the top of the road and there are 12 steps with railings that take you to the cottage ~ and then a gentle incline to the cottage's wharf. The cottage comes fully furnished with linens AND WIFI internet service. The cottage is ideal for a young family, one couple and at maximum three adults. The cottage sleeps 5 guests comfortably in 3 small bedrooms. One has a set of bunks the second bedroom has a single bed and the third bedroom has a double bed. A minimum stay is 4 nights. We are pet friendly but only one dog is welcome per booking with the caveat that everything is left clean
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
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Please follow Nova Scotia provincial health restrictions. If you cannot enter N.S. due to restrictions your booking may be cancelled.
One dog per booking. Mandatory to clean up after your pet. If the dog happens to get on the furniture please use sticky rolls to remove any pet hair.
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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number STR2425B7093
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Prospect Bay
Located in Prospect Bay, this cottage is on the waterfront. Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve and Long Lake Provincial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Goodwood Family Golf Centre and Canada Games Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 30 min drive - 28.7 km
Halifax Citadel - 30 min drive - 28.7 km
Getting around
Halifax Station - 28 min drive
Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
G's Pizza - 10 min drive
Shaw's Landing - 18 min drive
Sou'Wester Restaurant
Peggy's Cove Food Factory - 19 min drive
Multi Scoop Etc - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Getaway Prospect Bay Cottage close to Prospect Village/Peggy's Cove/Halifax pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
What time is check-in at Getaway Prospect Bay Cottage close to Prospect Village/Peggy's Cove/Halifax?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Getaway Prospect Bay Cottage close to Prospect Village/Peggy's Cove/Halifax?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Getaway Prospect Bay Cottage close to Prospect Village/Peggy's Cove/Halifax located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve and within 9 miles (15 km) of Terence Bay Lighthouse and Goodwood Family Golf Centre. Long Lake Provincial Park and Indian Lake Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This rustic cottage was perfect for our stay in NS. Close to Halifax and about an hour away from Lunenburg, it was a great place for a quiet getaway Our host, Janice, was extremely attentive to our needs.
What a great little cottage on the water. Right in nature but close enough to everything. There's a costco / walmart at 18 min drive. Place has everything needed for a good stay. You can enjoy the city or walk the shores for hours. We really enjoyed this place. Janice was super nice and helpful during our stay.
Cozy and rustic spot with a nice dock on beautiful Prospect Bay. Close to many great locations for hiking near coastline but also close to Halifax for day trips on rainy days. Janice was always responsive and helpful.
Description fidèle, charmant chalet, intimité ++++. Baignade agréable, village de Prospect magnifique. Parfait pour notre chien. Propriétaires sympathiques et disponibles.
A stunning cottage by the water, close to trails and the city of Halifax, this gem of a cottage has everything you need to relax and explore the sceneries around Prospect Bay.
Janice was responsive and provided great recommendations for restaurants and places to visit. We will be coming back for sure l
Wonderful cottage. It was perfect! The view from the dock is incredible. We were able to see the tide go up and down. It’s so relaxing listening to the waves. I would definitely recommend. Janice is quick to respond.
Nice scenic area, enjoyed sitting on the dock and enjoying the ocean and a drink. Enjoyed a barbecue on the deck with friends. The walk down the path and stairs can be a challenge for more elderly people though. But all in all a nice place to relax and enjoy a vacation. Owner was very helpful and kind and quick to address any concers.
A great place to relax. Cute cottage with all the required features. A beautiful dock. Access to Halifax and Peggy's Cove in a short drive.
The owner reached out to see if everything was ok and to check we had everything we needed.
The place is perfectly situated and the water front is a million dollar view. The place is very cottage/cabiny so just be prepared for buggy things, spiders etc that you'd expect from any cottage in the woods. The bathroom and bathroom window are in need of updating, but it gets the job done. A lovely place with a bit of ruggedness, but all in all a great place to stay.
Because of the lack of swimming (jellyfish in the water) or water activities available, the layout of the dock & yard, and the small size of the cottage, we would not come back with our family or even with adults only to this cottage.
We really enjoyed this cottage holiday. Our only difficulty was with the poor visibility of driveway at road and the pathway to the cottage. It was a combination of stairs and gravel and was treacherous for our aged father. Once in the cottage however, everything was lovely.
Very nice cottage by the sea shore with a wharf and small beach.. Friendly helpful owners who reside nearby and respond to needs and questions quickly and fix what might need fixing. Price was very fair.
We stayed for 3 weeks, which was longer then owners were accustomed to so we could have used a washing machine, which it did not have. But we had a work-around and that was manageable.
All in all, well worth it and owners helpful and friendly.
This charming cottage was just right. We had trouble flying into Halifax Int'l (2 days) and the owner couldn't be more understanding. It was located near several hiking trails (we did) & close to Peggy's Cove Lighthouse. We got many pics here.
I really enjoy watching the sunrise over my vacations & Prospect Bay did not disappoint. I took many pics of the sunrise too.
The owner had several recommendations for the hiking trails & very good local (not to touristy) restaurants. We averaged 5mi/8km per day hiking.
I would recommend "Gateway Prospect Cottage" for a return trip.
Only 30 minutes out of Halifax and you’re facing the water off a dock… you couldn’t ask for anything else!! Janice’s place was the perfect setting for my family and me relax while still being close enough to Halifax and Peggy’s Cove. Will definitely recommend
We enjoyed our stay at the cottage very much! We even stayed an extra night.
The surrounding area made each day very special. Would definitely recommend !
Really enjoyed our stay. Great to have our tea/coffee on the dock each morning…so quiet and relaxing. Nice to come back to the cozy cottage after a day of sightseeing. Location was perfect…close to a number of attractions (Peggy’s Cove, Polly Cove, Halifax). Kitchen was well-stocked with pots/pans and dishes. Janice was very helpful and always timely in her responses.
Some things to note: challenging to locate parking pad, parking pad is small…it was a bit of a tight squeeze with our Ford SUV. Steps down to cottage quite slippery when wet.
Thanks Janice for making our stay wonderful!
Beau petit chalet, fidèle à la description. Bien équipé, mais la propreté serait à améliorer.
Très bien situé : à proximité de sentiers de randonnée, plages, Halifax, Peggy's Cove...
The dock at the cottage is superb! Enjoy a cup of coffee watching boats pass by. The cottage is well equipped and we had no problems coming from out of province. If it is cold you will want to know how to light the stove. The 3 bedrooms are small but adequate. Living room has a big TV. A peaceful location outside of Halifax. I now have dock envy!
Tanja G.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Janice
My family and I purchased this cottage when our children were little and certainly enjoyed the best days of our lives on Prospect Bay.
Why they chose this property
Prospect Bay although is stunningly beautiful somehow remains the best secret in Nova Scotia. Its very tranquil yet close to Halifax .
What makes this property unique
This cottage is unique in its setting. Once you arrive you are guaranteed privacy but located perfectly to carry on exploring Nova Scotia's South Shore or to pop into Halifax.