After reading this review, one might think we are old friends/family/promoters of the owners but we have only had the pleasure of meeting them now. For anyone seeking peace, tranquility, relaxation as well as much fun and adventure as anyone might desire, this is hands down the place! We already have recommended it to many. Book early!!!
First, the owner Meagan has been absolutely wonderful in her warm welcoming hospitality and very helpful tips and recommendations. The home has clearly been a labour of love for the family and the warmth and peace of the place had my husband and two daughters (12 and 17) breathe a sigh of relief even before stepping through the door. It is located in a picturesque and quintessentially friendly little fishing village, on the tranquil bay side with the magnificent ocean across the street. It was a very short drive (25ish minutes) to either Halifax or Peggy's Cove with all their amenities, yet as private and remote as a weary traveller may yearn for. The simple and very tasteful décor had a soothing effect on us all.
The home itself was generously appointed with anything one might reasonably wish for with a clean lovely modern kitchen, laundry, etc. The views from almost any part of the home were magnificent, particularly the kitchen/sitting area which offered a panoramic view of the bay with the ever-moving tides and wildlife of sea birds, deer, crabs, and fish. At high tide we kayaked among the grasses with curious deer approaching us.
The bedrooms (w/ comfy bed!) offered lovely views of the bay and the ocean side through picture windows and skylights. A third floor loft offered a perfect getaway and more lovely views and even more sitting/sleeping areas.
We were blessed during our stay of a combination of cool/wet weather (12C in July) which forced us to reconnect, relax, play games and read in the comfort of a gas fireplace and electric heating, then dry sunny 24C-ish days that had us out kayaking and exploring the incredible coast and tidal pools from the trail just up the street where we saw some of the most gorgeous sunsets of our lives. Not having experience the Canadian east coast before, we now 'get' Lauren Harris and his passion for the beaten-smooth landscapes.
When we didn't feel like cooking, it was a short drive to restaurants that pleased both the meat lovers and seafood fanatics of our family. The nearby towns of Peggy's Cove, Chester Mahone Bay and Lunenberg were a treat for the senses.