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Holdsworth House (C.1783)Loyalist Home, In The Town Of Digby, Ns

Holdsworth House (C.1783)Loyalist Home, In The Town Of Digby, Ns

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Holdsworth House
Back Yard
Street View
View of the Bay of Fundy from back yard.  Please note we lost the gazebo to a windstorm.
Mabel Room(2 single beds)

Overview of Holdsworth House (C.1783)Loyalist Home, In The Town Of Digby, Ns

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Check out the area

Digby, NS
  • Popular LocationDigby Heritage Centre6 min walk
  • Popular LocationAdmiral Digby Museum14 min walk
  • Popular LocationDigby Pines Golf Resort15 min walk

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Holdsworth House (C.1783)Loyalist Home, In The Town Of Digby, Ns

The Holdsworth House is available for holiday rental. 3 night minimum. The house is located in the town of Digby, Nova Scotia. Walking distance to shops and restaurants. 300 metres to the beach. Great location for all your sightseeing and outdoor activities. 3 bedrooms, all ensuite bathrooms, 2 sitting rooms and restored 18th century kitchen. All bed linens and towels are provided. High speed internet through out property. Gbox TV(streaming internet television) For your meal preparations, there is a galley type kitchen just off the restored kitchen. The backyard has an extensive view of the Bay of Fundy. You can sit on the deck and watch the fishing boats go by. Hiking trail is accessed from the backyard. The Digby Pines golf course is only a 2 minute drive. PLEASE NOTE!! STAIRS TO BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS. NOT SUITABLE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN OR PEOPLE WITH MOBILITY RESTRICTIONS THERE ARE NO BATHROOM FACILITIES DOWN STAIRS

Holdsworth House History
The Holdsworth House was built in 1783, by Loyalist James Holdsworth. He came here with his family after the American Revolution. The family continued to live here until 1976. After that time, the house remained in the family(it was a rental property). We purchased the home in 1998, and started to restore the neglected house. This home is for people who enjoy historic homes and appreciate the quirkiness that comes with a house that is over 230 years old. The Holdsworth House allows guests to experience what it would have been like to live in a Loyalist home, but, with all the comforts of the modern era.
You can access the beach from the path leading from the backyard. Kayak rentals available in town, just 5 minutes from the house. Whale watching can be arranged with a discount for our guests(advance booking required). The historic sites of Annapolis Royal are 20 minutes by car. Kedjimkujik national park is a 40 minute drive. Plenty of hiking trails and canoe rentals available.
The Holdsworth House is SELF CATERING . No daily maid service. Linens are provided for your stay. You are responsible to supply yourself with paper towel and bathroom rolls. We supply the initial startup of paper products.

Property manager

Margaret

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04041949020530132-36

About the area

Digby

Located in Digby, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Annapolis Basin Look Off Provincial Park and Smith's Cove Beach, while Admiral Digby Museum and Smith's Cove Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Digby Heritage Centre - 6 min walk
  • Admiral Digby Museum - 14 min walk
  • Digby Pines Golf Resort - 15 min walk
  • Annapolis Basin Look Off Provincial Park - 19 min walk
  • Smith's Cove Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Digby Big Stop Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Tim Hortons - 2 min drive
  • Sydney Street Pub and Cafe - 8 min walk
  • KFC - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Holdsworth House (C.1783)Loyalist Home, In The Town Of Digby, Ns pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Holdsworth House (C.1783)Loyalist Home, In The Town Of Digby, Ns?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holdsworth House (C.1783)Loyalist Home, In The Town Of Digby, Ns?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Holdsworth House (C.1783)Loyalist Home, In The Town Of Digby, Ns located?

Nestled on the beach, this Digby holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Digby Heritage Centre, Trinity Anglican Church and Admiral Digby Museum. Annapolis Basin Look Off Provincial Park is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stuart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quirky place but very comfortable
We had 4 nights here and really enjoyed it. The area is quiet and Digby town centre is only 5 minutes walk away. Only thing missing was a TV.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loyalist House w lots of neat things in it.
We loved it but sadly we had to leave early. Very large house and super clean. Margaret and Tony were lovely people.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic home in Digby
This home from the late 1700s was a pleasure to visit. Margaret and her partner have put in lots of effort in maintaining its history. It is very spacious and has a nice backyard with bbq and a lovely view. It’s a short walk into town. Thank you for a lovely stay, Margaret.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for Digby
Perfect base for Digby
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique Historical Experience
Margaret is a great host. She greeted us with historical information about the house and ideas for the area. We loved sitting in a 300+ year old house and imagining the people and conversations that took place there. There are a lot of antique artifacts. In the warmer weather, the outdoor deck area would be perfect for evening gatherings. There is a wonderful view of the bay. The kitchen is well equipped. Plenty of hot water for showers. The beds were comfortable. The en Suite bedrooms were lovingly furnished with quilts, furniture, and period touches. There is plenty of room for small groups. The house has all modern necessities including good WiFi and streaming TV. Sadly, no spirits of the past visited us! The house is centrally located with easy access to area attractions, yet is on a very quiet street. This house is perfect for those wanting to take a step back in time. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

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Hosted by Margaret

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