How can that be when we 3 seniors felt it necessary to contact our host for HELP? Our issue? …. To say how much we were enjoying our stay!
We all grew up by the sea, and have since holidayed in many seafront spots both in Canada and Europe. However, this idyllic Oceanside property and location managed to surpass many of the best of those places. With two verandas for watching tides roll in and out, sun- and moonshine glistening on gentle waves, panoramic vistas of both seascapes and spectacular skies, nearby small islands of remarkable rock formations and resident cormorants, onlookers are treated to the natural beauty of their environs. Don’t forget to hike along the High Head Trail, which offers more expansive views of Prospect Point area.
Within 30 minutes are Halifax, Peggy’s Cove, Shaw’s Landing (restaurant by the sea, with lots of menu choices, especially seafood). A little further is Mahone Bay and Rebecca’s Restaurant (lobster rolls are scrumptious), one of 2 Canadian UNESCO sites - Lunenburg (a stop at Lightship Brewery will reward with local beverages on their immense patio, along with great views of the sea and town, and perhaps the Bluenose schooner in the harbour). We included an Oak Island pontoon boat tour - excellent in-person commentaries are informative and interesting.
Do we recommend this property? Absolutely! Well furnished and decorated, it offers a true “home away from home” experience. We appreciated having 2 bathrooms, laundry facilities, many windows, excellent water pressure and immediate hot water, new kitchen appliances. All spaces were spotlessly clean, well lit and tastefully updated. A real gem by the sea!
Our host was most helpful in providing immediate and thorough answers to our queries, as well as a detailed route from Halifax to the cottage’s front door!