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Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!!

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Porters lake, NS
  • Lawrencetown Beach
    10 min drive
  • Dartmouth Crossing
    21 min drive
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
    28 min drive
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    32 min drive

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About the area

Porters Lake

A family-friendly stay in Porters Lake awaits you at this apartment. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Mill Lake and Cheviot Hills Park. .Apartment features a washing machine, free WiFi and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a living room and a Smart TV are also available. .This pet-friendly apartment building offers a garden and barbecues.

What's nearby

  • Dartmouth Crossing - 21 min drive
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 28 min drive
  • Casino Nova Scotia - 28 min drive
  • Scotiabank Centre - 28 min drive
  • Dalhousie University - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 28 min drive
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tin Roof Mercantile & Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Cusine de Brigette - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rose and Rooster Bakery - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!!

Welcome to our beautiful piece of paradise where you’ll enjoy a beautiful lakeside getaway with all amenities included. Come enjoy the “East Coast lifestyle”. Located on picturesque Porters Lake - the most popular recreational/swimming lake in Nova Scotia and only 8 minutes from world class surfing at Lawrencetown beach! Book your surfing lesson at East Coast Surf School. We’re also close to many other white sand beaches, scenic walking/hiking trails, cozy cafes and museums.

This spacious, self contained 2 bedroom apartment is tastefully decorated with quality furnishings and 3 stunning original South African paintings. Only steps away from our sandy beach, cedar playground, trampoline, fire pit, dock, hammock and 175ft of lake waterfront. Come relax with a glass of wine by the fire pit or go on a scenic adventure on one of the kayaks or paddle boards. There’s a gradual walkout into the lake making it ideal for children. The water is “brakish” (mix of salt and fresh water) and great for swimming (no leaches). Just make sure to pack water shoes as there are some rocks and shells. We also have a large foam floating water mat. There are yard games like ladder toss and rope toss. With so many amenities and fun activities many of our guests spend most of their vacation on site enjoying all that our property has to offer.
We are conveniently located 15 minutes from Dartmouth Crossing, 30 minutes from Halifax waterfront, 40 minutes to Peggy’s Cove and 35 minutes from Halifax International Airport!

The modern and bright kitchen is fully equipped with full size Fridgedaire Gallery stainless steel appliances (including dishwasher), coffee maker, convection toaster oven, electric kettle and all the cookware necessary to make a gourmet meal. There’s a large walk in pantry to store your groceries where you’ll find the recycling bins. Condiments, oil, some spices, sugar, tea, and coffee are provided.
We have a propane cooking pot for cooking lobster/seafood outside that’s available upon request.

The open concept living room/kitchen/dining room has a beautiful view of the lake. The living area has a 50” Smart TV with Netflix and cable. The dining table will comfortably seat 6 people. There’s a stackable washer and dryer (shared with the adjacent apartment) conveniently located in the utility room just off the dining area and fully stocked with laundry detergent and extra cleaning supplies. Please note that we have a maximum of 5 guests in this unit (2 queens, one twin foldable cot style bed).

The bathroom has a full size bathtub/shower, linen closet, double sinks with lots of storage. It’s fully stocked with fresh towels, facecloths, hand towels, body wash, hair dryer, and shampoo/conditioner.

The 2 bedrooms have beautiful lake views and they’re located down the hallway away from the living space. Both bedrooms have queen sized beds with quality linens and blackout curtains. Each room has a large closet with shelves for storage and hangers for your clothing and personal items.

The apartment is located on the bottom level of our 3 unit home. My family lives on the upper level and we have a second vacation rental on the bottom level. Please inquire if you have friends or family who would like to rent the other unit so you can vacation together. Both rentals have their own private entrance contactless smart locks for easy check-in and 2 free designated parking spots for each unit. Please keep in mind that the covered patio area is a shared space but each side has it’s own separate sitting area. There’s also a shared BBQ with propane provided.

Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered patio or on one of the many seating areas overlooking the lake.

Book your lake side getaway today and come enjoy the “East Coast lifestyle”!!

Property manager

Gillian Handley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2425D1115

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! ?

The closest beach to Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! is Lawrencetown Beach (9.1 km).

Does Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! ?

No, Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

דנה ג.

Liked: Cleanliness
amazing
beautiful, clean, you have everything you need and more! welcome to paradise! incredible view from every room! Colors of the sun rise, sun set on the lake are memorable! Our kids loved going out on the lake even though it was october! Thank you Gillian for all your help!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Great spot for all ages. Very well set up and family friendly. Had everything we needed! Host were very welcoming took great care of the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
This property exceeded our expectations. Everything was immaculate and we felt at home the moment we stepped onto the property. Gillian was easy to talk with and reponded quickly; she cares about making her guests feel welcome. There are so many great activities to do on this property and found many great things to do within the area: Hope for Wildlife, Halifax, surfing, trails, and parks.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024