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The Chester House. Seaside in the village, with private wharf

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Sunroom
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Living room
Dining room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Chester, NS
  • Place, St. Stephen's Church
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Chester Playhouse
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Tancook Island
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Chester House. Seaside in the village, with private wharf

An acre on the ocean in Chester's front harbour, this historic gem was once The Lobster Plant dormitory. It has been lovingly revived to offer a cozy soulful getaway, including full access to a private wharf.
This home is thoughtfully designed and curated by the owner, Suzanne.
With 3 bedrooms accommodating up to 6 guests, a spacious living room, large chef's kitchen and a separate dining area, it's a perfect place to gather.
Relax indoors or enjoy the surround patio, a swim off the wharf, a game of croquet on the lawn, or a nap in the hammock chair.or a nap in the hammock chair.

The house is located on a quiet road facing west over Chester's front harbour - an easy and beautiful 10 minute stroll around the harbour into the heart of the village.

Chester is brimming with charm, sailing heritage and things to see and do. Explore the galleries and shops, check out the great restaurants, see a play, discover island beaches, hit the oceanside links, pamper yourself at the Sensea Spa or just kick back with a beverage and enjoy the view.

Also, easily check out Halifax and the south shore sites of Mahone Bay and Lunenburg (all within 40 minutes).

Don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to help make your stay great! There is magic that drew us to this place and keeps us here.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR2627A9200
Property # 3910427vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Chester

Located in Chester, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Lordly House Museum and Swiss Air Flight 111 Memorial Bayswater are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chester Golf Club and Black Harbour Distillers Inc.. Shore Club Dance Hall and Have A Yarn are also worth visiting.
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Chester, NS

What's nearby

  • Chester Art Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St. Stephen's Church - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Chester Playhouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Tancook Island - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Chester Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Seaside Shanty - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Island View Family Restaurant & Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fo'c'sle Tavern - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Chester House. Seaside in the village, with private wharf pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Chester House. Seaside in the village, with private wharf?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Chester House. Seaside in the village, with private wharf?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Chester House. Seaside in the village, with private wharf?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Chester House. Seaside in the village, with private wharf located?

Located in Chester, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of St. Stephen's Church, Lordly House Museum and Chester Art Center. Chester Playhouse and Tancook Island are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Quaint, Picturesque, Relaxing, Convenient, Homey

We really enjoyed our week in Chester and were so happy with this accommodation. The hosts are so friendly and accommodating. Thank you so very much and we hope that we can return again.
Beautiful
Neat and well organized!
Clean and comfy!
Rest and relax!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexis U.

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

Authentic shore stay

Our first time in charming Chester was exactly what I had imagined in an authenticly historic home , well appointed with comfortable and tasteful decor. Perfect. And the town has evrything- a bakery with wonderful coffee and pasteries, a pub and a wharf front restaurant with lobster and chowder, shopping and historic architecture. And its a short drive from Halifax and to LaHave, Lunenberg, Mahone Bay and Peggys Cove.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lesley N.

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

Girls Weekend Getaway

Myself and 4 friends planned a weekend getaway and chose Chester, NS. Some of us had been to the area before and loved it, plus we wanted to visit the Sensea Spa. We were so fortunate to find the Chester House. It is so gorgeous and Peter & Suzanne were amazing hosts. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, especially sitting on the private dock in the mornings. The view of the harbour is breathtaking. Thank you! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2024
We are so glad you all enjoyed your stay with us Lesley. You are ideal guest! We look forward to your return, anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

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

Home away from home

We visited from Alberta, and this was an excellent location for a home base for 4 nights as we explored lower Nova Scotia. Tons within driving distance. Suzanne and Peter were excellent hosts and answered quickly to any questions we had via booking chat. Especially on how to get the Oilers game on the TV during the Stanley Cup Finals! Quiet, private location. Spacious inside and out. Excellent views. Private wharf to relax in the evenings. Loved the stay. Easy check in and check out. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Peter and Suzanne

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Suzanne specialises in designing and curating beautiful older homes to keep all the charm of yester-year, while integrating modern conveniences most of us want.
To do this in beautiful Nova Scotia places is magical.

Why they chose this property

A front row seat to the harbour allows us to watch boating activity from the living room and the wharf. And it's only a 10 minute stroll to all the village has to offer, from restaurants, shopping, groceries, the art centre, the playhouse, golf, tennis, ice rink etc..

What makes this property unique

It's a charming seaside home with a private wharf that offers privacy. And it's only a 10 minute (beautiful) stroll to everything the village has to offer.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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