Beachfront vacation rentals in Cow Bay

Fantastic stay! We loved it there. The host was so helpful and the place met our needs perfectly with all the things one needs for an ocean cottage vacation. We loved the notes, welcome basket & the little additions throughout the property. Thank you so much!!

Our stay at Terence Bay was incredible. The location is stunning—right on the beach with beautiful views of a lighthouse. My kids loved being able to climb on the rocks, go hiking along the seashore and even find sea glass right in the backyard! We couldn’t have asked for more and my family didn’t want our time to end! The property was spotless and even better than the pictures. Our two kids especially loved the bunk bed room. Falling asleep to the sound of the ocean was pure bliss. Danielle, our host, was fantastic—always helpful and attentive. You could tell that she genuinely cared about us having a great trip. She offered us tips and help when needed. We’ll definitely be recommending this spot to our friends and family.

we loved everything about the beach cottage! Everything is as described, with every detail taken care of! Sweet Ethel is a delight!! Easily the best Air BnB we have stayed in! Thank you so much Ethel for making our 10 day stay wonderful! we will be back!!!

I will be staying at Emerson’s again! The beautiful hot sunny more sunrise on the hill is priceless. Beautiful 🔥 in the evening before the live music. 🎵.

Very cozy place! It was right by the water with a beautiful view. Very convenient as well. We were about a 30 minutes drive from Downtown Halifax. Ashley was very responsive and helpful. Beautiful place and amazing host! I'd stay there again. :)

This was the most amazing place. We spent a week here and Everything you needed or wanted was right in this place. The surroundings were peaceful, very inviting. Gillian checked in with us halfway through our stay to see if we needed anything. The beds were very comfy. The firepit is beautiful there was a fully stacked wood pile to use for the fire. There were lots of chairs all around to sit outside or out by the the dock. We would stay again in a heartbeat. Thank you Gillian and Scott for your hospitality.

Alex and his house are amazing. I would give Alex 10 Stars out of 5 if I could. He was very accommodating and very responsive to us before, and during our stay. The house is well equipped throughout, including the kitchen to do everything you need. The view is out of this world and is like something from a movie. The rooms are spacious, the living areas are perfect to relax and look at the Atlantic Ocean whilst ships cruise past. Access to the beach was easy and the little peninsula has a fireplace that just completes the whole package. It is private and just what we needed. I highly recommend Alex and his spectacular house for anyone and everyone!

We stayed here for a week in the fall and even being outside of beach season this location was amazing. I loved hearing the waves every morning and watching the sun rise. The space was great for myself and my 4 boys and I loved all the special little touches Krystina left in the cottage. I loved the proximity to Peggy’s Cove as well. Krystina was also super responsive and friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and hope to visit again!

This place exceeds all expectations, it has all you need and more. My family and I felt so comfortable and cozy. Courtney was extremely kind and always willing to help. A big thank you, we were really spoiled by them. Definitely we'll be back soon!

After many days on the road, it was fantastic to park our motorcycles at the Red Roof and totally unplug. It is a gorgeous, peaceful location ...... just soaking in the ebb and flow of the bay was perfect and Phil was a great host....we highly recommend!

We've stayed at this Airbnb multiple times, and it consistently offers a comfortable and enjoyable experience. The space is always clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully equipped, with a stunning ocean view that never gets old. It's a reliable choice for both short and long stays. Highly recommend!

We were so pleased with the location and amenities of Graeme’s cottage by the sea. We felt right at home, and he couldn’t have been a more lovely, responsive host.

Tanya's place was our #1 favorite Airbnb that was stayed at during our mother/daughter trip around Nova Scotia. The location is secluded but you are a short 15 minute drive to restaurants and another 15 max to Peggy's Cove. The house is so beautiful and amazing that is actually sits on top of a rock (the front porch is the rock)! Many opportunities to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful view of the water. The beds were THE most comfortable and amenities like washer and dryer were great as well. We chatted with Tanya the morning we were leaving and she gave us a walk around of future plans for another building on site, which only lead to my mom and I making the immediate decision that we WILL BE BACK! Next time we will stay for longer than just one night, it is worth spending several days here.

We had a fabulous 2 week vacation at the Blue Heron guest house in Tantallon. We wished it could of been longer! Great hosts, very helpful and accommodating. Spectacular views especially loved watching the seals. Would 100% recommend!!

absolutely stunning view and was so quiet. house was very clean and had everything we needed. absolutely recommend.

Amazing place to enjoy our family Christmas under one roof. Spacious and so cozy all in one! We loved the fireplace and the easy access to the beach. There was a snowstorm when we were there and so we were nestled in all day. It was so beautiful to watch the storm roll in and feel so comfortable!

This air b&b is a gem - my favourite spot of all the locations I’ve had the pleasure to stay at. The home is beautiful, welcoming, open and inspiring… the views are incredible and peaceful. Highly recommend!!

Our family spent Christmas 2024 at the cabin. It was all that we could have wanted. We enjoyed great meals and company. Wonderful fires and great conversations in the hot tub. The beds are super comfy. There isn't much that you would want for here.

Soooo fabulous. The wood fire hot tub is a must. Super cozy and warm cabin and excellent coffee machine!

We, seven of us, enjoyed every moment at Vanessa and Kenyon's place for a two day Christmas get away. The view of St Margaret's Bay from the main living area is so special, starting with the marvelous sunrise, well worth getting up early to witness. The hot tub was well used by all, for the brave one's especially, after their cold dip in the ocean. The house is tastefully decorated and had all the conveniences we needed; fully equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, nice linens, fireplace and a Christmas tree. Kenyon was very quick to respond and fully deal with an issue we were having.

Perfect place to spend a week with family in late November. Went on some beautiful hikes in the area, and also made a nice 4 mile running loop right out the door. What views! Saw dolphins from the hot tub, and stars… so peaceful and relaxing. Kevin was very responsive to questions.

Our favorite stop during our vacation. Such a wonderful, beautiful and special place. The cabin was comfortable and had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable and the sheets were soft. The entire process was easy. Ousamma was so accommodating and communicative. We will be returning in the next few summers. Our kids loved the goats and exploring the island. We loved the hot tub and the incredible views. Unmatched by anywhere we’ve visited. So much fun!

Marvellous start of our 5+ weeks Nova Scotia - Newfoundland tour. Lovely apartment with outstanding view located directly at the beach.

Beautiful views, quiet and relaxing. Very much enjoyed staying here. Lots of extra touches added which are not listed. Thank you.