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Nature's Nook on the Eastern Shore

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Nature's Nook on the Eastern Shore

Is your dream get away in a 30 acre natural paradise of peace and tranquility, but not too far from Nova Scotia's largest cities?

Then this gorgeous, executive home, in nature's wonderland is what you are looking for. No traffic noise to wake you; just restful nights. Look out the window - bunnies, birds and pheasants abound. Relax on the deck, cook a gourmet meal in the modern kitchen, watch the sunset and then enjoy a movie in your theatre. Next day, explore the trails and shops.

Property manager

Chris Francheville

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Ask owner before of making the reservation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Ask owner before making the reservation.
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
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03091604091420834-85, STR2425A1253

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Nature's Nook on the Eastern Shore Head of Jeddore
Nature's Nook on the Eastern Shore Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Musquodoboit Harbour, NS

What's nearby

  • Martinique Beach Provincial Park - 27 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Dartmouth Crossing - 40 min drive - 51.1 km
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 46 min drive - 50.1 km
  • Scotiabank Centre - 46 min drive - 50.2 km
  • Casino Nova Scotia - 46 min drive - 50.4 km

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harbour Fish N' Fries - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wayne's World - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Arnolds Campground and Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Marcus & Willys Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jeddore Lodge & Cabins Lic Dining - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature's Nook on the Eastern Shore pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Nature's Nook on the Eastern Shore?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nature's Nook on the Eastern Shore?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nature's Nook on the Eastern Shore located?

This family-friendly Ostrea Lake holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Dooks Lake, Forest Hills Shopping Plaza and Halftide Island. Narrows Lake and Chapel Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Nature's Nook on the Eastern Shore Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property, relaxing and stress free
This property is spectacular. The host is amazing. The house is very functional, very clean, and well kept. All the cool technology inside works amazing we couldn’t ask for a better stay while celebrating our son’s wedding. As parents of the groom, we were able to host two dinners in this house and were in need of nothing. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature's Nook
This was a family reunion with travellers from Alberta, Ontario and Nova Scotia. The house was beautiful. Clean, wonderfully appointed and furnished and the hosts were friendly and easily reachable. Thank you Chris and Charlie, we have some wonderful memories from our stay at Nature'ss Nook.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean M., Milton

Liked: Cleanliness
A Luxurious Retreat
The hosts were easy to communicate with and very considerate throughout our booking. And when we arrived, every person in the party was amazed by the property and the home. It is hard to describe how open and still cozy they have made this home. It sits in a secluded location amongst the trees, and we were greeted by several, friendly rabbits. The grounds are immaculate and the outside of the home has so much to see we had to take a moment before we went inside. And once inside, the visual feast continued. The rooms are beautiful, the kitchen is massive and well stocked with everything you need. Each of the 3 floors offers their own vibe and there's a place for everyone. It was one of the most beautiful places we've stayed in and everyone commented on how great their stay was. Thanks to our hosts for being so gracious and allowing us to share in their beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and peaceful
This property feels like it is in the middle of complete privacy, yet is close to adequate shopping and dining. If you want alittle more life, it is reasonably close to Halifax and Lunenburg. The home is beautiful and restful. I cannot say enough how much we loved it, even in the pouring rain!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded High-Tech Luxury
It was the perfect getaway with plenty of room to spare for our two families. The quiet rural setting within a short scenic drive to beautiful beaches made for a very relaxing weekend. It has all the amenities you could possibly want in an extremely comfortable layout, with room to gather as well as to find a private corner for time to yourself. Everything in the house worked as it should and communication was timely and efficient. I only wish we had more time to enjoy the enjoy the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Leaves you wanting for nothing
It was a wonderful couple days with the family. Closely located to shopping but far enough away from everything to decompress and relax. You couldn’t ask for anymore amenities, the house had everything. We had an amazing games night complete with a shuffleboard tournament! Thank you again Chris.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

joanne g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful , clean home
We had a 70th Ladies Birthday get away and it was everything and more than we expected….the home was beautiful…. Tastefully decorated…beautiful furniture …..everything you would possibly need was there…..so clean…we wanted to stay a week there…the property was so nice and well groomed….and The owner was away and his mom/co-host Sue was awesome to deal with….so accommodating…….we will be back Sue 👏💞
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great visit to Nova Scotia
We had a great week at this fantastic property. Everything was very comfortable and the week went without a hitch!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Natures Nook
Exactly as advertised. Fantastic location with great views. Very private property. Close enough to drive to Halifax and enjoy the city but away from the noise and traffic when you want to enjoy the country.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Natures Nook
Truly it is a natures nook. The house is surrounded by trees. As we drove up to the house there was 3 rabbits hopping around. Every day we were greeted by rabbits. The house was very nice and spacious. Everyone had something to do there. From outdoor activities to late night movies in the theatre room. Thank you to the host Chris for sharing his love of putting things together. From the Lego Titanic to the other boats and ships around the house. The house is very well laid out. I am sure the next visitors will enjoy this as much as our family did.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Caitlin R.

Doesn’t actually allow parties 20 & under like listing
I booked this beautiful spot for my 34th birthday bash (dancing and music inside). Unfortunately the owner of the property is away and his mother is taking care of it. I’m writing this review to warn others of the overzealous mother. The property listing says guests up to 20, sleeps 10. However, the mother spied on us using the security cameras demanding guests be brought down to 8 (this is the number I booked) despite what the ad says. She barged in to the home at 6am to take illegal photos (as clearly stated in Canadian law and the VRBO privacy policy) of all of my guests SLEEPING, without their consent and she felt she was entitled to do so because she was mad that there were more guests than 8. I kindly explained to her nicely that we were willing to pay the extra guests as I did not want to send my guests home drunk and lots of them worked the following day so that they wouldn’t be spending the second night there. She counted 17 guests (within the 20 person limit as said in the listing, guests may host parties and have up to 20, which I disclosed from the time of booking) She took illegal pictures with the sound on, to try and intimidate us further. She wouldn’t leave the property with the illegal photos in hand until I had e-transfered her $500 for the extra guests, ILLEGALLY, as all payments must go through the VRBO website or app. She extorted and robbed me. Once she left she then sent texts and threatening messages through the Alexa to try intimidate us and harassed me with phone calls from noon until 2pm when we left a day early. The Stay and my birthday was ruined by a harassing judging mother who called me disgusting. I will be filing a police report as she breached Canadian privacy laws and for her extortion. This should never be a guests experience. 0/5 stars from me.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andria C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Beautiful spot
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Devon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat weekend
Great experience at the home. Able to do lots of planning with our group. Beautiful nature walks. And great entertainment set up. Living room tv has an amazing surround system. Shuffle board and theatre in the basement were awesome too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

DONNA B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with everything you need
Our stay was very nice. It was very clean and equipped with everything we needed. Very peaceful and quiet. Would recommend to family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional Service
Christopher’s place was spotlessly clean & a great location for a getaway with family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sanathan A., MARKHAM

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding Getaway!
We were a group of 10 and first time in Nova Scotia. The host was extremely kind and helpful. The property was exceptional with everything upgraded. We had a wonderful time and couldn't ask for more! Will definitely be back again!

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice house and quite location!
I had a great time renting this property
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shawn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Nature’s Nook
Everything for our family getaway was perfect from the moment Chris met us at the door to this beautiful home. We like to cook with each their and this well appointed kitchen was a dream to work in. All 8 adults could gather comfortable at the expansive dining table, and add the ambience of the fireplace when the evening began to cool down. The beds were very comfortable and little touches like fresh flowers were certainly appreciated. Having the use of the theatre room and the shuffleboard kept everyone happily entertained. We hiked up nearby Skull Rock and wandered Martinique Beach on a beautiful fall day. But if you cant be outside, the views from the many windows of this home will supply you with your connection to nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
We really enjoyed the location and house. Great spot to enjoy the outdoors with friends. Property owner was very responsive and had left detailed instructions for maximum enjoyment of the house.

10/10 Excellent

Tanya H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
My friends and I booked Chris' property for a girls weekend and it did not disappoint! The house is beautiful and has all the amenities you need for stay of any length. Plenty of space for a large group. It's close to some great beaches or you can just hang out on the big deck and enjoy the secluded yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend Getaway
This property provided a nice little weekend getaway with friends. It's not too far outside of the city, but provided a quiet remote little getaway. The kitchen was well stocked, the theatre was a neat experience and we enjoyed playing shuffle board.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020