A perfect place to dump all of the noise and anxiety in your head and replace it with the sound of surf, the smell of salt in the air and a night sky filled with starsâŠhavenât seen the Milky Way that clearly in decades.
Superb position and very comfortable house. Lovely to just watch the changing sky and sea colours and the crystal clear night sky. Phil is a great host as well.
Beautiful location, inside is bright and modern, beds are comfy, has A/C but breeze off ocean was more than enough to keep cool at night, being able to lay in bed and listen to the ocean is a nice change. There was lots of birds out in the water and both nights there was a seal no too far from shore.
Phil made us feel right at home in his oasis of a place on St. Margaretâs Bay. The beds & pillows and location of rooms overlooking the ocean with peaceful wave sounds at night provided the best sleep we have had in a long time. The view and sunrise were absolutely stunning & we wished we could have stayed longer. This was the tranquil getaway much needed. Sights, sounds, smells all worth staying here. We saw deer, cormorants diving, & heard lovely birds. It was so spacious and we plan to return with our kids. Thank you, Phil.
We had a much needed relaxing and peaceful stay. Views from the house were awesome, especially the sunrises. Great remote location. Communication with the owners was enjoyable,
Bring your groceries and leave your worries behind. This out-of-the-way vacation cottage is a great place to settle in and watch the waves. We spotted seals, eagles and fishing boats gliding past. The road onto the island, with it's twists, turns and one-lane bridge, adds to the charm. The property provides a sense of isolation but neighbours are nearby if needed. The owner is super-friendly and was reachable throughout our stay. The cottage is well-equipped and quickly feels like home. The fireplace cannot be beat on a chilly fall evening and easily made up for the lack of a TV. Cell coverage was good for us throughout our stay. A couple of things to note in the description: There are two bathrooms but only the downstairs one has a shower. The laundry in the cottage is not for guest use, though laundry service is available. We would definitely come here again.
It doesn't get any closer to the eater than this! We loved spending time outside enjoying the view. It was very private and exactly what we hoped it would be.
This property has the most amazing view. Phil was delightful and kindly started the firepit for us each night. The house was super clean and as advertised. This place is really off the beaten path down a gravel private drive and over a wooden bridge. We had no problems traversing the driveway to get to the house. There is a grocery store, liqour store and restaurants within15 km. Great stay. The quiet locationwas so woth it. There are st
This is a beautiful house in a gorgeous location. My granddaughter and I loved the views of the cove and the bay, and the location is great for day trips to other areas of south-central Nova Scotia. We were delighted to have a visitor one morning while having breakfast: a seal appeared in the cove, directly in front of the house, and we watched it for nearly an hour. Along with the various sea birds, and the beautiful views all around, we simply loved the place. It is very comfortable, peaceful, and secluded. Phil is an excellent host, ready with recommendations for restaurants and helpful advice. Red Roof is an outstanding place for a getaway vacation in Nova Scotia.
We had such a great time here in 2021 on a work retreat that we came back in 2024. The cottage was great and secluded.
The small beach down the road is wonderful and the sunrises are unforgettable!
We had a great stay in a wonderful location on an island. When you go there the trip is already a great adventure. The view and the surrounding is spectacular. The house is very nice and have everything you need. The host really takes care and it feels like a huge welcome to Canada!
If you like going off the beaten path and taking the road less travelledâŠthen this is absolutely the sanctuary you are looking for! A private cove with no neighbours to speak of this place is perfect to escape the frenetic pace of the world. It is perfectly situated to easily get to places like Halifax, Peggyâs cove, Lunenburg and mahone Bay. The house is well cared for and very clean, the kitchen is decently outfitted. The host met us promptly and gave us all kinds of tips for the area and showed us around. He was quick to answer text questions and super helpful. Thanks for a wonderful place to stay!
This property is exactly as described and much more. The location is remote, quiet, and an amazing view. Perfect for seeing the sunrise and disconnecting from your normal day today. It was also very clean. Phil was incredibly responsive, helpful and a wonderful host. I would highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a place that is off the beaten path.
I cannot express how absolutely gorgeous the property is! My three young adult kids actually gasped when we turned into the driveway and saw the view. Very comfortable home, clean and accommodating and Phil was a great host! The area is quiet and remote but close enough to sites like Peggy's Cover for a day trip. Highly recommend this property!!
The only thing we had some confusion over was the laundry situation. Listing states a washer and dryer so we just assumed we could do our own load when we arrived. However, the are not for guest use - laundry is available as an added service which we thought could be an add on if we didn't feel like doing our own. No big deal but jsut be aware! :)
Thanks Phil for a fabulous stay! Will never forget my afternoon watchin two seals frolic right in front of the house!