Place, Upper Hammonds Plains Recreation Centre Park
2 min drive
Lizard Lake
Place, Lizard Lake
7 min drive
Wrights Lake
Place, Wrights Lake
18 min drive
Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Artistic Getaway Near Halifax | King Bed, Spacious Deck & Fire Pit
Welcome to the Artbnb—an airy, art-filled retreat surrounded by nature. Located just 35 minutes from downtown Halifax and the airport, and 40 minutes from Peggy’s Cove and nearby beaches, it’s the perfect blend of creativity, comfort, and convenience.
Enjoy a peaceful backyard escape with minimal car noise and clear starry skies at night. Relax by the fire pit, fire up the BBQ, or unwind on the patio with cozy seating. Please note: there are storage units located approximately 400 feet behind the property, visible from the deck. They are currently inactive and not in regular use, so the space remains quiet and private.
Inside, the home features a fully equipped kitchen with all essentials provided, including a full-sized fridge, oven, pots and pans, and a coffee maker. Just off the kitchen, the open-concept dining area is perfect for meals and entertaining. The bright, comfortable living room includes one double pullout couch, a flat-screen TV with Netflix and Prime, and a sunny office space with a wraparound desk—great for remote work or study.
At the end of the day, retreat to the spacious master bedroom with a king-sized bed, generous closet space, a window A/C unit, and a spa-like ensuite featuring a custom shower and makeup vanity. For additional guests, two single rollaway beds are available upon request, allowing the home to comfortably sleep up to five or six.
While you'll feel tucked away in nature, the property is still close enough to the city to be accessible by taxi, Uber, or Lyft.
Please note: the basement is a separate rental unit and is not accessible to guests.
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Please keep noise to a minimum as the downstairs is also a rental unit. Quiet time is between 10 pm-8 am if the basement is rented
No babies/young children allowed
No walking in the house with shoes on and stay out of the stairs between units
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03281149297958878-1098
Property # 9731142
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: A charge will be required if there is an event
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Upper Hammonds Plains
Located in Upper Hammonds Plains, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. Scott Manor House and Fultz House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Glen Arbour Golf Course and Cineplex Cinemas Lower Sackville. Hatfield Farm and Atlantic Playland are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
Upper Hammonds Plains Recreation Centre Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Taylor Lake - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Lizard Lake - 7 min drive - 2.2 km
Wrights Lake - 18 min drive - 20.0 km
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 33 min drive - 46.8 km
Getting around
Halifax Station - 39 min drive
Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Kopi Cafe - 7 min drive
Tim Hortons - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Tim Hortons - 12 min drive
Circle K - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Artistic Getaway Near Halifax | King Bed, Spacious Deck & Fire Pit pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Artistic Getaway Near Halifax | King Bed, Spacious Deck & Fire Pit?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Artistic Getaway Near Halifax | King Bed, Spacious Deck & Fire Pit on 9 June 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 Artistic Getaway Near Halifax | King Bed, Spacious Deck & Fire Pit?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Artistic Getaway Near Halifax | King Bed, Spacious Deck & Fire Pit?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Artistic Getaway Near Halifax | King Bed, Spacious Deck & Fire Pit?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Artistic Getaway Near Halifax | King Bed, Spacious Deck & Fire Pit located?
Situated in Upper Hammonds Plains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Upper Hammonds Plains Recreation Centre Park, Little Pockwock Lake and Lizard Lake. Pockwock Road Park and Wrights Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Me and my partner had an amazing time at this super sweet unit. It looks just like the pictures, check in and check out was super easy and host was very helpful. It is a little drive from downtown and shopping centre but we didn’t mind. It was nice, clean and welcoming.
Megan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Naniek
3 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very artistic, interesting and clean. You can find all you need during your stay.
Naniek
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Yogeshkumar
16 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was very clean and welcoming.
All required items were there.
Felt like a comfy home.
House was amazingly decorated with minute details. Loved our stay.
The house was clean and comfortable. Tastefully decorated, homey, simple. Master bed was very comfortable, hostess was prompt and helpful with responses to questions. Easy access to amenities and places of interest
Very nice art work! Enjoyed our stay! Forty minutes drive to Halifax.. if that’s alright then this place is good. No washer/dryer.
RAJALAKSHMI G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca
1 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had people visiting from out of town and wanted somewhere with room for us all to stay. The ArtBnB was so charming, the decor was colourful and quirky. There were plenty of sleeping options for everyone- a king bed, a rollaway cot, two sofa beds, and some floor mattresses. Everything was clean and checkin and checkout was easy. It’s a bit of a drive outside of the city, but we were just there at the end of the night to sleep, so we didn’t mind it, and it was a nice, quiet area. All in all, would recommend :)
Nice home that is centrally located for all the different day trips we wanted to do. Hosts were great. I couldn’t find anything on what to do at checkout time except for the time so I hope we did everything correctly
Very nice property. Worth mentioning Is that there is also a basement suite. Too bad the ones using it during our stay weren’t considerate. This was discussed with owner and tended to immediately. We appreciated that to the fullest extent and the owners help surpassed our expectations. Thank you again. There is a bit of thru traffic but other than that, no issues whatsoever. We enjoyed the property very much.
This space is well laid out for 6 people to enjoy a quiet getaway. Beautiful big back deck for enjoying the outside, large kitchen with everything you need to make any food you’d like, a BBQ as well with all the accessories. Great layout, comfortable furniture. The upstairs will be work this summer but the ensuite bathroom is a beautiful luxury. We really enjoyed ourselves.
It’s a bit of a drive if you are planning to spend a lot of time in the city, but worth it for the serene and quiet atmosphere!
Sara M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Dawn P.
21 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Cute spot terrible beds
It was a cute place inside except for the pull out sofas. They were not comfortable at all especially the red sofa. Bed upstairs was hard, not for us. The outside needs some love but overall it was a cute spot.
we arrived at around 8:30-9:00 and we had no troubles. we first noticed the beautiful impala ss on the side and of course we had to admire that. the house was perfectly clean when we arrived. we all picked where we wanted to sleep and we had 0 troubles. later in the night we had went out and started a nice fire and sat out there for a little bit. it was an amazing stay and id definitely recommend it to another family.
Nicholas M.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Cris B.
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location
Artist Bohemian Getaway
Overall the house was nice. The blinds were not adequate at all.The host was not always prompt in answering questions. It was on a property that had several metal out buildings. It was a little more business than residential.
Cris B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Charlotte S.
27 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Slightly misleading ad
It was nice, I looked up specifically hot tub in my search for my partners birthday. This came up with photos of a hot tub yet there was none. I can understand closing it for the season but your ad is misleading I definitely wouldn’t have booked it but it is nice enough
Charlotte S.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Samantha
22 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Samantha
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Hunter Watson
My name is Callie and my partner is Hunter. I am a registered nurse and Hunter owns a moving company. We are both adventurous, easy-going, and hardworking, and are often described as modern hippies by our friends and family. We love having the opportunity to host guests and provide a comfortable and interesting space.
Why they chose this property
Together over the years, we've created the Artbnb out of a love of plants and art. The location provides a quiet atmosphere and a nature-filled backyard, while also being very close to the city. We both grew up around this area and have many local recommendations displayed in the home.
What makes this property unique
We love this bright and spacious house. There is lots of natural light, perfect for houseplants (which fill the home). Handcrafted artwork fills most of the walls along with some reprints. The location is far enough away from the city lights to enjoy a gorgeous starry night view. The large backyard is perfect for backyard activities and bonfires, with a spacious deck and barbeque included. The house is a 20-minute walk away from the beautiful Pockwock Falls.