Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Experience the ocean in all it’s glory, watch the waves and hear them roar.
Our home is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac and centrally located for day trips. Sit and enjoy your morning coffee as you watch the boats come in and out of the Harbour and listen to the sound of the sea birds. Watch the deers and rabbits just outside your window as you have breakfast in our well appointed kitchen and breakfast nook.
We are just 20 minutes away from the famous Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse and the Swiss Air Memorial. Travel a little more south and experience the coastal views of the quaint villages of Chester, Mahone Bay and Lunemburg. Experience their historic charm, the exceptional bakeries and checkout the local artisans and cafe’s.
The City of Halifax is only 20 minutes away as well and offers several historic sites, including the Halifax Citadel, Pier 21, and Historic Properties. Hop aboard the Harbour Hopper, an amphibious vehicle that will take you on a tour of the city and then hop in the Halifax Harbour to show you the city view from the water.
Enjoy the cuisine from one of the many restaurants and pubs with flavors from around the world. Don’t forget to stop by the Seaport Market on Saturday’s for some local produce, unique handmade items and local art. Stroll along the waterfront boardwalk or through the Public Gardens or take the kids to the Discovery Centre for a day of science fun! There is something for everyone of every age.
East coast Outfitters is only 10 minutes away and offers kayake rentals as well as groups tours. Hike High Head Trail in Prospect for a unique trail experience and only 5 minutes into the Village of Prospect. If you are a golf enthusiast, Granite Springs offers an 18 hole par-72 Oceanside course and is a short jaunt down the road and in the other direction there is Indian Lake Golf Course and a driving range located across the street.
Our home away from home is comfortable and spacious, and boasts warm, friendly, and functional decor. We are just 40 minutes from the Halifax Stanfield International Airport.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR2526D4659
About the area
Prospect
Located in Prospect, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Terence Bay Lighthouse and William E. deGarthe Memorial Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve and Long Lake Provincial Park. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Dalhousie University - 28 min drive - 30.5 km
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 29 min drive - 33.0 km
Casino Nova Scotia - 29 min drive - 33.0 km
Halifax Convention Centre - 29 min drive - 33.3 km
Getting around
Halifax Station - 33 min drive
Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
The Tidal Bay - 21 min drive
Sou'Wester Gift & Restaurant - 29 min drive
Peggy's Cove Food Factory - 24 min drive
Shaw's Landing - 24 min drive
Sou'Wester Restaurant
Frequently asked questions
Is Experience the ocean in all it’s glory, watch the waves and hear them roar. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Experience the ocean in all it’s glory, watch the waves and hear them roar.?
As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Experience the ocean in all it’s glory, watch the waves and hear them roar. on 27 Apr 2026 start from AU$206, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Experience the ocean in all it’s glory, watch the waves and hear them roar.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Experience the ocean in all it’s glory, watch the waves and hear them roar.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Experience the ocean in all it’s glory, watch the waves and hear them roar.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Experience the ocean in all it’s glory, watch the waves and hear them roar. located?
Located in the heart of Prospect, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve and within 12 miles (20 km) of Terence Bay Lighthouse and Goodwood Family Golf Centre. Long Lake Provincial Park and Indian Lake Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely home in a beautiful area. Host was very responsive. Day tripping was easy from the location
Joyce M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Joyce was an absolute amazing guest to host. Very grateful to have hosted her and her family. She is very thoughtful and considerate what a wonderful person Joyce is. I would recommend her over and over again. Joyce you are welcome back to visit in the future. Thank you once again 5 stars for Joyce.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandra/Amber B.
28 Sept 2018
Amazing view!
My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon. It was our first time in Nova Scotia. We absolutely loved the views, hot tub on the back deck, watching deer just a few feet from the front deck. The space has more then enough kitchenware and linens. Very clean and cozy!
Sandra/Amber B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you for your Review. We are happy You you enjoyed your Stay and experience.
It was our pleasure to Host you, thanks Again for booking with Us.
The property had a lovely view in a quiet location. We had some initial problems with the code to enter the house. A few phone calls and the problem was solved. We were disappointed that the hot tub was out of order.
The house was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. After we solved our initial problems we had a wonderful stay.
Nancy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Nancy.
It was a pleasure hosting you and family.
Thank you for your very nice review.
If you are looking for something remote, beautiful and close to land sights this is it. House was very clean and fully stocked. There is not a grill and the hot tub was not working but other than that incredible. Bedrooms comfortable, bathrooms nice, very clean and updated. We took an amazing hike that the locals told us about along the coast. If you walk to end of cul de sac there is a trail that goes to a bench on the water. Views were great! Took incredible pics! Not far from Peggy's Cove and Halifax. Highly recommend.
Christine B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Christine.
It was our pleasure hosting you.
We thank you for your great review
you submitted. You’re welcome again.
This was the perfect place for my family of 4 (including 2 adult children) to use as a home base while exploring Nova Scotia. Upstairs, the master bedroom has its own bathroom. Two additional bedrooms share the bath across the hall. Beds and furnishings were comfortable. Downstairs, the living/dining room and kitchen were just the right size: spacious without being overly huge for us. Small powder room and laundry room were handy. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cooking supplies, including a few basics like seasonings, cooking oil, etc. Back door opens onto a deck, which overlooks a small yard, backed by woods. Adirondack chairs are handy for enjoying an early morning cup of coffee or tea. The hot tub beckoned, but it was not working during our stay. From the front of the house, you have a nice view of the bay in the distance. Be sure to take the short walk to the end of the cul de sac, and follow the trail through the woods down to the dock, overlooking the water and a pebble beach. Another longer trail takes you to another part of the shoreline. Explore!
During our stay, we visited Halifax twice (museums, tours, shopping, restaurants), Peggy’s Cove, Lunenburg, Blue Beach (fossils!), and Luckett Winery (lunch at their cafe). We also spent a night at an inn in Digby so we could do an early morning whale watch in a Zodiac. Saw humpback whales, dolphins, seals, a puffin, and other sea birds. (Whale watches are also available closer to the property, but we wanted the Zodiac experience.) The property manager was very helpful, easy to contact, and responsive to questions. I do recommend this property for your next Nova Scotia visit!
Patty G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Patty.
It was just so very nice to host you and your family. Thank you for your great review on our property. We are happy to know that you had a great stay.
The house was nice and clean. The location was great. Peggys Cove a must see. The sunsets were spectacular.
Stacy F.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
We thank you for taking the time to write
a review for us. You are wonderful people
it was an absolute pleasure hosting you.
Thanks once for having booked with us.
Verified
8/10 Good
Gretha P.
19 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Some short comings
We feel strongly that we were not advised that the hot tub was not working, the plug in the main bathroom was not working. Sofa recliner was not working. One of the extra chairs was not usable.
This property is fairly new and the owner was responsive. The ho tub was empty and we were told that the guests before us broke it. Although the house looked clean, there were ants all over. Even on the bedroom walls and on top of dresser. We traveled by car and were looking forward to the hot tub. Spoke to owner and was told she would take care of it but no one ever showed up to fix it. It looked more like the pipes froze during the winter.
Our honeymoon experience at Marcia’s place was marvellous. Everything was spotless and in pristine condition. The home is spacious and situated well as it’s within easy reach of Halifax and Peggy’s cove. Marcia was extremely gracious and accommodating.
Kevin K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Kevin.
It was a wonderful pleasure hosting you and your wife. Thank you for your very nice review on our property. Blessings to you both.
House was pretty nice and the view was great once the fog cleared after 3 days. Well equipped and very quiet neighbourhood. We even woke up to a deer in the front yard one morning.
Annick D.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Annick.
Thank you for your review on our home
it was a wonderful pleasure hosting you.
Thanks once again for booking with us.
We had a wonderful time in Prospect Bay! Our kids loved walking down the path to the waterfront view a short distance from the house. Ms. Wilson is easy to work with and has a beautiful home.
Vanessa D.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Vanessa.
Thank you for your very nice review.
It was a wonderful pleasure hosting you and your family. You’re welcome back anytime.
The house is beautiful and well kept. It is at a convenient location to Halifax and Peggy Cove, and in a peaceful neighborhood with gorgeous surroundings. Furthermore, Marcia is responsive and helpful with suggestions on restaurants and activities. We enjoyed our stay at this property.
David N.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi David thank you for an amazing review. It was our absolute pleasure to host you. We are happy you had a great stay. Once again thank you for booking with us.
Verified
8/10 Good
Brad C.
29 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Trip to Prospect Bay
We enjoyed our stay at Maria's place although it got off to a rocky start. The code we had been given for the front door was wrong and we had no way of contacting the owner other than email. Fortunately I had a number from an earlier conversation a year ago when planning the trip and it turned out to be the previous property manager. She put me in contact with the new property manager ( who was in the Yukon at a wedding ) who managed to get us an access code that worked. The house was lovely with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and beautifully decorated. We couldn't watch tv because there was no digital box hooked up the tv ( although there was an HDMI cable hanging down ) and I contacted the owner who said she would look into it. The location was great - only 30 minutes from Halifax or Peggy's Cove and just over an hour from the picturesque little seaside village of Lunenberg. Our recommendation would be that there was a contact number for someone nearby to deal with in the event of any problems. Trying to track the owner down in Toronto was difficult. Other than those few difficulties we enjoyed our stay in Nova Scotia.
Brad C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Brad.
It was a pleasure hosting you.
Thank you for your review, we happy to know you had a wonderful stay.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Regina N.
12 Oct 2018
Beautiful spot, nice home
The house was well appointed and equipped. Plenty of paper supplies,dishes, etc. The manager, Sandra, was friendly, available and attentive.
The little trail at the end of the road is a wonderful walk with benches along the way and at the end as shown in the pictures. The area is perfectly situated between Halifax and Peggy’s Cove. Nice golf courses near by and Shaw’s Landing is a great seafood spot 15 minutes away. There are beautiful bay views around every curve in the road.
Regina N.
Stayed 27 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you for booking with us, thank you for your review.
It was a pleasure having you. We are glad you had a Wonderful stay and everything was suitable for you, we Always ensure that our guest are well taken care of and make Their HomeAway experience enjoyable. Thanks again.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jim M.
5 Sept 2018
Incredible location and Lovely Home Away from Home
This was our first trip to the Halifax area. The home itself was very clean and neat with a very nice and mellow decor. The house is actually quite new and the linens, towels...are of the highest quality. When we arrived the entire area was shrouded in fog. We were not quite sure what to expect but on day two, the fog lifted and we witnessed an unsurpassed natural beauty. We travelled to Peggy's Cove, Mahone Bay and Lunenberg and spent a lot of time on the Halifax waterfront enjoying the many amazing activities scheduled for tourists. Amazingly, we discovered that the nicest spots were really close to the house. We spent several mornings in Lower prospect where our daughter was able to swing as long as she wanted in the most amazing setting. It was, however; on our last day that we finally discovered the hiking path at the end of the road (a two minute walk from the house) that meandered down through a very fragrant Balsam forest to a small bridge and deck with benches on the edge of the ocean. Wow! We have travelled extensively, but the sunset over the various islands was among the most beautiful sunsets that we have experienced. I highly recommend this Home Away.
Jim M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Good day Jim.
We thank you very Much for your Amazing review about Our home, it warmed Our hearts to know You and your family Had a wonderful Vacation, glad to hear About the swing your Daughter discovered.
We are happy to know To know you enjoyed Your stay at our home You and your family Are welcome anything
Thanks again for Booking with us.
Your host M.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
bart b.
27 July 2018
Great experience
Super clean, well taken care off
Everything was there that we needed
Very quiet and relatively close to Hilifax or Peggy's cove
Big thumbs up , great communication with the owner
Highly recommended
bart b.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Good day Bart, thank You for the great review We received from you. We are happy to know You and your family Had a good stay and Had everything needed.
We welcome you back Anytime, thank you for Booking with us.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
tony m.
13 July 2018
Awesome!
We are so glad to have chosen this property in Prospect on our first visit to Nova Scotia. Close to all we wanted to do on the south shore...Peggy’s Cove, Lunenburg, Halifax. The house is beautifully laid out and very well furnished. Very clean and tidy. The bonus was sitting to coffee in the kitchen looking out at the deer 3 m away! Thanks for getting out east coast experience off to an amazing start.
tony m.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Tony we’re very happy to have hosted you.
Thank you for the compliment, we are over joyed that your Experience was great you’re very welcome, thank you for Booking with us.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sanjeeva S.
12 July 2018
Excellent view
Amazing experience. situate in quite a nice area. great hospitality. recommend for everyone
See you again
Sanjeeva S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure to have you, you’re welcome to visit again. Thank you for your booking thanks for the review it means a Lot to us, see you again soon.
About the host
Hosted by M Wilson
I love nature it is beautiful and Peaceful. The air is clean the smell of The trees birds chirping, the waves in The ocean the and some of the most Majestic sunsets I have ever seen. Now that priceless just the natural Things in life.
Why they chose this property
Because of the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. A view of the Ocean as you enjoy your coffee or tea, a Lovely view of the Ocean from the master bedroom. Evening time relax on the porch and watch the most Fantastic sunsets you have seen just beautiful. Come for Experience.
What makes this property unique
Truly a getaway from it all. You and nature at one, so much to see and do. World’s famous Peggy’s Cove Is 26.2 Km from home it’s a must visit. There is also the very picturesque Prospect Village an artist play ground So much to capture, the potentials are Endless come and see.