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Rock Haven Cottage, on the ocean!

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Living area
Perched on the Atlantic Ocean, Rock Haven Cottage offers an unforgettable oceanfront experience. Relax in a double hammock or unwind with lawn games and sun loungers overlooking the ocean. The cottage's 24 x 8 covered deck is perfect for taking in a beautiful sunrise while sipping coffee, and its fully equipped kitchen features a propane cooktop, retro fridge & freezer, toaster oven, Keurig and BBQ.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 646 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rock Haven Cottage, on the ocean!

Rock Haven Cottage faces the Atlantic Ocean near the entrance to McGraths Cove boasting it’s own private wharf & floating dock to swim & kayak from.

Like to stay on land? No problem! We have 2 double hammocks overlooking the ocean along with comfortable patio furniture, a picnic table, lawn games & 2 sun loungers great for an oceanside nap. Rock Haven Cottage also has a 24 x 8 covered deck that’s great for taking in a beautiful sunrise or enjoying your favourite drink! Just imagine - looking over the Atlantic Ocean and granite coastline on your private deck while sipping your morning coffee - trust us, it’s as relaxing as it sounds.

The cottage is fully equipped for long-term stays with a fully functioning kitchen. You’ll find a 2 burner propane cooktop, large retro style fridge & freezer, toaster oven, Keurig, and all cooking utensils, pots, pans, and accessories you could ever need during your vacation by the sea. Like to cook outside? We have a brand new BBQ with a side burner. For ease of use, the BBQ is fed propane directly from the cottage’s propane tanks, also ensuring that you’ll never run out while your grilling out!

Rock Haven Cottage has a full bathroom with a spacious walk-in glass shower and large vanity. Enjoy a relaxing night's sleep in either of the 2 queen beds which are found in either bedroom or if you are a party of 5-6 the sofa in the living room can be converted into an expansive king bed.

For your enjoyment we have an 11-foot Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) and 2 kayaks available for your use. Relax and take in the sunshine oceanside in the comfortable loungers on the private wharf deck, a great spot to read a book or have a drink!

Notes:

*at low tide the water is quite shallow, we highly recommend that you never dive off the floating dock at low tide. Adult Life Jackets are available.

*Our family worked very hard to build and design this cottage, we kindly ask that you respect the cottage, property, and its contents so we can keep the cottage in a very clean & functioning order. Please leave all of the cottage’s interior contents inside, do not put cottage items in the ocean. We also ask guests to keep the cottage as clean as possible during their stay. Thank you!

Province of Nova Scotia Tourist Accommodations Registry 2025-2026 # STR-2526A6138

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 490 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Respect cottage boundaries, shared driveway for entry & exit by vehicle only, rest of the property is private. 10km/h max until on McGraths Cove Rd.
No smoking, vaping or other similar type of products inside the cottage, no exceptions. Smoking outside is fine, please clean up your butts/filters.
Please keep the cottage as clean as possible, please no excessive messes.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Always monitor children near the rocks/water

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR2425A6138

Property is also known as

Rock Haven Cottage, on the Ocean! Cottage
Rock Haven Cottage, on the Ocean! Bayside
Rock Haven Cottage, on the Ocean! Cottage Bayside

About the neighborhood

Map
NS, McGraths Cove

What's nearby

  • Peggy's Point Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Chocolate Lake Beach - 43 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Dalhousie University - 47 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 47 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Halifax Citadel - 47 min drive - 42.6 km

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 42 min drive
  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shaw's Landing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sou'Wester Gift & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Finer Diner - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Margaret’s Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rhubarb - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rock Haven Cottage, on the ocean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rock Haven Cottage, on the ocean!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rock Haven Cottage, on the ocean!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rock Haven Cottage, on the ocean! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of West Dover Provincial Park, William E. deGarthe Memorial Monument, and DeGarthe Gallery. Peggy's Point Lighthouse and Saint Margarets Bay are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Rock Haven Cottage, on the ocean! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leonard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot to relax and enjoy the views
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi M.

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

Fiona threw us a curveball but finding Rock Haven was a complete and wonderful Surprise 👍😊

Was a wonderful stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Quiet getaway

Beautiful and peaceful location. A great place to rest and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn R.

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

Fantastic Location

Beautiful, private cove. Easy access to Peggy’s Cove and Halifax. Decorated tastefully and equipped with everything you need. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

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

Stay in Oct

Absolutely wonderful spot
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

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

Amazing view

Relaxing, enjoyable, modern setting And comfy bed Great getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Honeymoon

Beautiful spot totally relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi K.

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

Peaceful

Stayed for three nights and the cottage was everything they promised. It was incredibly peaceful and the proximity to the water was wonderful. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

perfect spot

Beautiful little house on the water in a perfect location for exploring and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Peaceful stay on the water

The cottage was perfect for my family's stay. The place was well-designed, clean, and comfortable. I would recommend staying here to anyone looking for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing view and so peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ge B.

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

Great place!

Very nice cottage. Great location. highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed G.

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

Fantastic Scenery!

This property was amazing in all aspects. It was clean, welcoming, and had great views. It is located only minutes away from Peggy’s Cove and a short drive to Halifax. Our stay was very nice and cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

An Idyllic Setting

Wow was the word that came to mind again and again as we arrived at the cottage … stunning inside and out! The cove is truly beautiful and the cottage is the perfect peaceful getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Léa T.

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

great vacancy

The property is clean, beautiful and charming. It is really a great cottage, nothing to say!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

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

Too short of a visit!

Loved loved loved the property! Just beutiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Picturesque Getaway

McGraths Cove was a fantastic little cottage right on the water. It was a wonderful place just south of Halifax and convenient to both Halifax and other destinations to the south. I would definitely recommend this for anyone looking for a beautiful and quiet getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Perfect stay

This property is absolutely amazing!! The beauty of the location, pictures can not due justice. The cottage is perfect for a quiet getaway!! The host was great with communication and very helpful with local information.. It's an amazing place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lingyi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing views and clean. Ottage
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Near Peggy's Cove

Clean, quiet, picturesque little retreat. Fabulous view of the cove. Just minutes from Peggy's Cove. The double hammocks, front porch, fire pit, dock all make this a great place to stay.. Shower water is temperamental but overall I recommend this place to any couple looking for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay A.

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

Serenity

We had a lovely time at Rock Haven.. Was stunningly beautiful and serene. Perfect place for some much needed downtime to recharge. Wish we had planned a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda N.

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

Perfect

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

Beautiful vistas

Exactly as described and better. Very well equipped. Lots to see and do in the area. Excellent communication with host. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

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

Awesome

We had an amazing stay. A beautiful little cottage right on the water and away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We can not rhank you enough for letting us stay at your amazing cottage. Thx J and T
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi W.

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

50th Anniversary Get Away

Aunt and Uncle loved their stay. Quiet, private but close to Peggy’s Cove and other venues. Enjoyed the kayaks, hammock and waves lapping on the shore in the mornings. Also, great spot for bird watching!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023