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Peter's- 10 River Street
Great place, will stay again

Summerside Skies
Travelled to PEI for a curling bonspiel and were very fortunate to find Tracey's place available. Not only was it close to the curling rink, restaurants and grocery stores, it provided enough beds for the 4 of us, with the convenience of a full kitchen and living room - all for less than what it would have cost us at a local hotel. Tracey was proactive in communicating needed information before we arrived and during our stay. The place was exactly as advertised and we felt right at home. I'd love to say all these advantages helped us to come first in the bonspiel, but we still did pretty well!

Modern, Spacious and Bright!
Lovely large home. Amenities are great. Close to UPEI and not far from Downtown.

The Cozy House + Cottage In The City: Units 1 & 2
Our staff loved the place, we will definitely book this listing again the next time we have an event in the Moncton area.

Brighton Beach House - A "Beach Styled" City Home
Great Airbnb in Charlottetown. Location was perfect and the house was exactly as described!

NEW! Location, Charm, Best Value in Inverness!
My experience at Beth's place was exceptional from start to finish. The home was spotless, and equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. Beth was an amazing host – quick to respond and thoughtful in every way. I would highly recommend Beth's place to anyone else.

Yellow Door 44
We have stayed at a number of lovely properties in the years that we have been using Airbnb and Yellow Door 44 is up there is the best of them. In particular, we appreciated - everything was very, very clean - this cleaner knows their work! - the kitchen is unusually well stocked with more glasses, cups, flatware, cookware, dinnerware, etc. than we have at home - there are lots and lots of towels and extra linens - the rooms are big, comfortable, airy, and bright with really good lighting (hard to get in many properties) - the beds and linens are very comfortable - communication related to check-in and out was very good - the information binder describing how all of the appliances and such worked was excellent. It also included many local restaurant suggestions We enjoyed it here very much and will return next time we are on the Island.

The Chalet By The Sea
Absolutely gorgeous place to stay!! And we would return!!
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Cottage in Miramichi by all sand beach with 3 bdrm
Great place to stay with the whole family. Jen is always responsive and very helpful when I had a problem with my car. She is the one find the garage for my car and very helpful in everything. Her place is beautiful, walking distance to the ⛱️ beach. 5 stars is not enough to rate her. I would recommend this place. Thanks Jen.

SeaMist Cottage - Summerville Centre, NS
Our stay was an amazing, relaxing weekend. Stephanie was extremely responsive to our message when we had trouble finding the place initially, and Peter was also extremely helpful! Thank you both for an amazing stay, we will definitely be back :)

Ocean front, beach house retreat!
There aren’t words to describe how perfect our week was at Cara & Jeff’s! The house is so cute with all the amenities (and comfy beds!) that you could need. The pictures don’t do the views justice! The beach was perfect, hardly ever saw another person on the beach. The house was so ideal for a fall getaway with our dog who absolutely LOVED the property & the beach! I also ran into Jeff on one of my morning walks and he couldn’t have been sweeter! I cannot recommend this place enough and we will 100% be back!!

Beach Front Modern Cottage- Oscar on the Ocean
Beautiful, cozy little spot on the ocean. Clean house with comfortable beds. Nice beach to roam just footsteps from the back door.

Beach House Oasis
Tracey’s place is magnificent and was the perfect spot for us to enjoy the area from. We enjoyed the nearby beach and ice cream spot, as well as Sherbrooke Village and more. The home has a well appointed kitchen and the shower is spacious. The 3 season screened in porch was a special place to spend time with friends and family.

Wittie’s Landing - Home in Cherry Hill NS
We enjoyed a family weekend at Arin and Tobias' for my sons 19th birthday celebration. Their home is spacious, clean and both hosts are accomodating, friendly and welcoming. We had everything we needed in a beautiful home with equally beautiful surroundings. We seal watched at the rocky unkept beach close by, there were several seals right next door. Some of the brave ones even swam at Cherry Hill beach in cold temperatures just a 15 minute walk from this air bnb (beautiful walking or swimming beach!) Highly recommend them for a comfortable and peaceful stay!

Water Front Escape
Andrea was easy to communicate with, accommodating and pleasant. Walking distant to beautiful Mavillette Beach. Neighbors were friendly and welcoming.

The Beach House
We had a wonderful stay. The house and location are wonderful, and restaurants and stores in Shediac are not far away. It was the perfect place for us to relax with our family!
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Port Mouton Retreat, Carters Beach
We all enjoyed our stay at this residence. Place had a really nice outdoor area. Open concept layout and felt at home bathrooms really nice upstairs. Quiet community a place to relax

Sunset HideAway-3 Bedroom Executive Class Villa
Beautiful location. Michael was amazing to communicate. Always got a response back within a timely manner.

Beach Bliss, Great View
This is a dream location. There are lots of windows to fill up with spectacular views of the ocean. The cottage is lovely and comfortable with an open space to unwind and soak up the beauty of the place. Lots of necessities in tge cupboards. All you need for an unforgettable stay.

East Coastal - Beach Home
Lovely vacation home with all the amenities you need. The house is situated in a vacation home area with multiple properties around, yet fenced-in for privacy. They have a guest house on the property which shares the fire pit area with the main house. We had the whole place to ourselves during our stay and it was as relaxing as we had hoped for. The home is clean, tastefully decorated and very comfortable.

The Atlantic Abode
I can't begin to explain the scerene beauty that this place Tania's place offers. Stunningly beautiful views and a sunrise that leaves you breathless. The hosts were very welcoming and helpful, and their amazing dogs made the whole place feel like home. We will definitely be back. If I could ever recommend somewhere to be near Halifax but out of this city this hidden gem is an absolute must!!!

The Family Beach Home/Minutes to Parlee/Sleeps 7
House was very clean and updated. Location was ideal for our stay. Jessica was quick to respond to all of our questions! Would definitely recommend this property!

The Port Maitland Beach house
Gorgeous property. Better than photos convey. Decor is very tasteful, bathroom large and beautiful shower. Everything was done thoughtfully and professionally. Hosts were very responsive and clear. We got some snow during our stay and they were on top of having everything shoveled. Stayed for Christmas while visiting family and couldn’t get over how cozy the place was. I felt like I was staying in the Nova Scotian version of Kate Winslet’s cottage from “the holiday”. Would be gorgeous in the summer too.

Privateers' Landing Oceanfront retreat
We spent two nights at Jocelyn’s place and it was just so lovely and relaxing. We were within a short drive of Whitepoint and Summerville beaches which were stunning, even on a cool fall day. The house was more than comfortable and well stocked. The grounds were perfect for letting our doggo run with his ball and we had a lovely walk in the area. Great place and super host!
Your guide to Nova Scotia
All About Nova Scotia
Surrounded almost entirely by the Atlantic Ocean on Canada’s upper east coast, Nova Scotia boasts more than 8,000 miles of coastline with stretches of sandy beaches and scenic fishing towns. The province is home to three national parks, including the historic Kejimkujik National Park and its Dark Sky Preserve, and more than 150 lighthouses — most notably the famous Peggy’s Cove. Nova Scotia plays host to the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island, where you can hike, bike, and drive along an epic 180-mile journey through vibrant landscapes and villages. Five UNESCO World Heritage Sites are located here, including the Joggins Fossil Cliffs, with rare fossils from the Coal Age.
Nova Scotia’s capital is Halifax, a cosmopolitan metro area with a 2.5-mile waterfront boardwalk filled with shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars. Its impressive star-shaped citadel sits on a hill above the city. Seafood lovers will be drawn to the town of Digby for its world-famous scallops, to Hubbards for the mouthwatering lobster, to Mahone Bay for the mussels.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia experiences a moderate climate, rarely getting extremely hot or cold weather. Summer is a great time to stay in one of the many vacation rentals in the province, with plenty of sunny days to enjoy the beach and outdoors. In spring and autumn, you can expect a mix of pleasant and rainy days, so make sure you pack for both. Winter is a magical time to be in Nova Scotia, with snow covering the hills. In late November, the annual Sherbrooke Village Old Fashioned Christmas event features an opening-night tree lighting, fireworks, and plenty of holiday entertainment. You can expect cold conditions, so make sure you prepare with your best waterproof layers, boots, and thermals.
Top things to do in Nova Scotia
The Cabot Trail
Consider setting off on a scenic journey along one of Canada’s most famous driving routes. The 180-mile trail takes in spectacular coastal views, small villages, and lush forests on Cape Breton Island. The roads wind around strategically placed lookout points with breathtaking overlooks. You can make the journey in a day or take your time and stop at villages along the way to enjoy local galleries, shops, and restaurants specializing in the region’s famous seafood. There are also countless hiking and biking opportunities along the trail.
Kejimkujik National Park
Explore the park on one of 15 hiking trails, including the 3.5-mile Hemlocks and Hardwoods trail. Along a boardwalk through a lush forest, you’ll pass by 400-year- old trees. The park is also dotted with red deck chairs placed at special locations to soak up the beauty. The idea is to find the chairs and use them to connect with the natural surroundings. Kejimkujik is also Nova Scotia’s only Dark Sky Preserve, and when the sun goes down, the skies light up with thousands of glittering stars.
Peggy’s Cove
You’ll find one of Nova Scotia’s most scenic locations just 40 minutes from Halifax, with the main attraction being the famous lighthouse on the rocks, one of Canada’s most photographed sights. The lighthouse restaurant and souvenir shop are worth a visit, and hiking trails around the rocks offer amazing views of the spectacular coastline.
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