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Relaxing lakefront retreat on Porters Lake - 30 mins to downtown Halifax!

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Property grounds
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 486.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Porters Lake, NS
  • Dartmouth Crossing
    22 min drive
  • Toulany's Pizza
    4 min walk
  • Halifax Station
    29 min drive
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    32 min drive

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About the area

Porters Lake

At this apartment you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Cheviot Hills Park and Christopher Lane Park. .Apartment features a washing machine, a patio and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. WiFi, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers. Plus you'll find a garden and barbecues.
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What's nearby

  • Dartmouth Crossing - 22 min drive
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 27 min drive
  • Scotiabank Centre - 27 min drive
  • Casino Nova Scotia - 28 min drive
  • Dalhousie University - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 29 min drive
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tin Roof Mercantile & Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Cusine de Brigette - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rose and Rooster Bakery - ‬10 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 lakefront retreat on Porters Lake - 30 mins to downtown Halifax!

Welcome to our beautiful piece of paradise! Located on picturesque Porters Lake - the most popular recreational/swimming lake in Nova Scotia. Come enjoy a fun family vacation and enjoy our famous East Coast hospitality. Only 8 minutes from world class surfing at Lawrencetown beach! We’re close to many ocean beaches, scenic waking/hiking trails and cozy cafes. Come relax on our sandy lakeside beach, take a tour on a kayak or paddleboard or enjoy a cold glass of local wine or beer next at the firepit.

This beautiful cozy 2 bedroom apartment is steps away from our sandy beach, cedar playground, trampoline, fire pit, dock, hammock and 175ft of lake waterfront. We have several yard games like ladder toss, ring toss, and giant Jenga. Most of past guests have spent many days of their vacation on site enjoying all that our spacious property has to offer. We’re located only 15 minutes from Dartmouth, 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 stainless steel appliances (including dishwasher), coffee maker, convection toaster oven, electric kettle and tons of cookware to make a gourmet meal. Condiments, oil, spices, tea, and coffee are all provided.

The open concept living room/kitchen has a large window with a beautiful lakeview. There's a 40” Smart TV with Netflix and cable. The stackable washer and dryer are located conveniently located in the utility room just off the dining area stocked with laundry detergent and extra cleaning supplies. The laundry/utility room is shared with the adjacent apartment/Airbnb.

The bathroom has a full size bathtub/shower and it’s stocked with fresh towels, facecloths, hand towels, body wash, hair dryer, shampoo & conditioner.

The spacious primary bedroom has a king sized bed, walk in closet and a small desk. The second bedroom has a double over single bunk bed, a beautiful lake view and an armoire for stowing away clothing and personal items.

Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered patio or in the hanging egg chairs overlooking the lake. The patio area and BBQ are shared with the adjacent Airbnb. (propane is provided). The outdoor amenities are shared with my family (we live on the upper level of the 3 unit property) and the other Airbnb guests.

Property manager

Gillian Handley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 930 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

  • No pets allowed

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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 STR2425D0943

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Relaxing lakefront retreat on Porters Lake - 30 mins to downtown Halifax!?

The closest beach to Relaxing lakefront retreat on Porters Lake - 30 mins to downtown Halifax! is Lawrencetown Beach (10.2 km).

Does Relaxing lakefront retreat on Porters Lake - 30 mins to downtown Halifax! have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is Relaxing lakefront retreat on Porters Lake - 30 mins to downtown Halifax! family-friendly?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Relaxing lakefront retreat on Porters Lake - 30 mins to downtown Halifax!?

No, Relaxing lakefront retreat on Porters Lake - 30 mins to downtown Halifax! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Relaxing lakefront retreat on Porters Lake - 30 mins to downtown Halifax!?

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

Are pets allowed at Relaxing lakefront retreat on Porters Lake - 30 mins to downtown Halifax!?

No, pets are not allowed.

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