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Chalet directly on the lake, central storage, incl. access to private island

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 691 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Westfield, NS
  • Beaverhead Lake
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Kejimkujik National Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Kejimkujik Visitor Centre
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 King Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Chalet directly on the lake, central storage, incl. access to private island

Welcome Home!
Fantastic wooden house with high-quality equipment right on the lake in the central lake of Nova Scotia! New building 2018! Functional, high-quality equipment. More photos will be online shortly.

There are many vacation homes in the world, but if you are looking for the extraordinary, the Dean Lake Chalet in Canada is the right address.

Furnished with a high quality with attention to detail, located directly on a lake area and of its design certainly ideal for well-being. The vacation can start directly at the house.

The Dean Lake Chalet in Southwest Country Style convinces above all with its high functionality and well thought-out room layout. The complete equipment is at a high level (including Washer and dryer, TV with DVD player, microwave, dishwasher, Weber grill, canoe, kayak etc.).

In the house there are a total of two bedrooms and another room which can be used as a library or bedroom. There is also a living room in the chalet and a large terrace outside. In the cozy, open living-dining-kitchen area on the ground floor there is a wood stove for the colder seasons. A highlight is certainly the large terrace that runs around the house on both sides. From the house you have direct access to the terrace and a panoramic lake view. The sunsets are unforgettable.

When building the chalet, sustainability was important and many building materials were used directly from the property, for example the natural stone wall behind the stove was created with stones from the property or the outside facade and the wooden element inside are made of wood from the trees that fell to create the access road had to be.

A sundeck is right on the water. Canoes, kayaks, charcoal grills, fishing equipment and an extensive portfolio with lots of information and restaurant tips are available free of charge. You can start many activities directly from the house.

Furnishing:

Kitchen:
• Coffee machine
• Toaster
• Kitchen Aid blender
• Water heater
• Raclette grill
• microwave
• Fridge
• Freezer compartment
• 4-ring hob (ceramic hob)
• oven
• dishwasher
• Washing machine
• dryer
• Ironing board
• Iron
• large dining table for a total of 6 people

Living room:
Wood stove
3 leather couch
2 wing chairs
large coffee table with 2 stools

Bedroom:
 
Bedroom 1 + 2:
a double bed (box spring queen size) with a back-friendly mattress
 
Bedroom 3:
• Daybed (extendable to a double bed), otherwise this room can also be used as a library / reading room
• Cot if needed
• bed linen

BATHROOM
• toilet
• shower
• Hand and bath towels
• Hair dryer

entertainment
TV
• Radio CD player
• DVD player
• DVD selection
• Books
• board games
• telephone

outdoors
• 40 m² terrace
• sundeck
• chairs
• deck chairs
• benches
• Fishing rod
• Weber grill (charcoal)
• Ball games
• 1 canoe
• 2 kayaks
• outdoor shower

LOCATION

The chalet stands on a 270,000 m² natural lake plot and has more than 2,500 m of private waterfront. Seven private islands are also included.

From Halifax International Airport (which is flown to from Germany by Condor from April to October, for example), it is about two hours to the Dean Lake Chalet. Beforehand you will pass Bridgewater, where there are several large supermarkets and a small shopping mall. Likewise, up to 15 minutes from the house you can reach Caledonia, where there is a supermarket, a gas station, a café / restaurant, a liquor store, a post office, a bank, and much more. This short distance between pure nature and shopping is rather rare for Canadian standards.

The location of the Dean Lake Chalet is particularly ideal for everyone who wants to discover southern Nova Scotia from here. It is only about 45 minutes to the cities of Liverpool and Bridgewater on the south coast or to the Bay of Fundy. It is just under 60 minutes to the UNESCO World Heritage city of "Lunenburg". The Kejimkujik National Park is only 20 minutes away by car and Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia, is at least 1.5 hours away.

lake

Dean Lake is perhaps one of the most beautiful lakes in Nova Scotia. It goes directly into the somewhat larger Mc Gowan Lake, in which there are other small islands. The lake conveys a real Canada feeling, because the shore is hardly built on: pure nature!

We recommend an extensive canoe and kayak tour, which is available to our guests to discover the interconnected lakes. The many small islands offer the perfect place to take a break in between. There is even a picnic bench on one of the seven private islands that belong to the property.

Fortunately, you will hardly find noisy motor boats, jet skis or even seaplanes. From the sundeck and from the house you have a beautiful lake view and can calmly enjoy the day on the water. In summer the water is warm enough to swim and in winter the lake is often frozen over.

wildlife

Due to the distance of approx. 12 km as the crow flies to Kejimkujik National Park, the wildlife and animal density is high. Since the cottage is also surrounded by nature, with a little luck you can spot white-tailed deer, raccoon, skunk or porcupine in the forest. Squirrels and chipmunks come to the terrace. At the lake you will also find the well-known bald eagles, Canada geese or the specially protected loons, which are among the ice divers and are depicted on the Canadian one-dollar coin.


HOUSE ACTIVITIES:
You can start many activities directly from the house. There is a lot to discover on the large property and in the immediate vicinity.

WALKS
In total there are almost 2 km of private paths on the property. Explore the area.

FISHING
There are many fishing opportunities here. Be sure to get a fishing license "Fishing License" beforehand. B. in Caledonia ..

SMALL HIKING (approx. 4 km)

FAST HIKING (10 km)
Walk to the Medway Rapids in Albany New.

LARGE TUPPER LAKE HIKING - page 7 (14 km)
A nice trail around Tupper Lake. Enjoy nature. About halfway there is a picnic bench and public access to the lake with swimming. Give yourself a break before starting the rest of the way.

Kayak and canoe
Explore the Dean Lake and Mc Gowan Lake area by kayak and canoe. A total of four lakes are connected and can be reached directly from the house.
TIP: Excursion by kayak and canoe to the private island belonging to the property. A large, comfortable picnic table invites you to linger here.

SWIM
Dean Lake invites you to swim in many places.

EVENINGS AND NIGHTS
Make yourself comfortable at the house and watch the starry sky. In good weather you can even see the Milky Way.

WINTER TIP
In winter when snow has fallen, the walks and hikes around the house are particularly fun. There is plenty of wood for cozy evenings around the fireplace.

* Walks can be shortened by approx. 3 km on request. Simply drive your car to the property entrance and use the parking space there.

EXCURSIONS:
Excursion options: - Kejimkujik National Park (hiking, mountain biking, wildlife viewing or canoeing) - Lunenburg (UNESCO World Heritage Site, 3-hour drive)-Sail trips with the Bluenose II) - Shelburne (historical site) - Fundy Bay (world's largest tidal range: 20 meters) - Digby Neck (first-class election observation trips) - Halifax (historic town center, large wooden promenade, fortress, interesting museums (e.g. B. Titanic Museum, Pier 21 Immigration Museum, Natural History Museum). In addition, first-class shopping (over 10 shopping centers in Halifax), including a factory outlet center - Shubenacadie Wildlife Park (wildlife park with all the famous animals from Nova Scotia) - Annapolis Valley (interesting museums, ancient pioneer forts, beautiful gardens) - open air -Museums (Ross Farm, Heritage Village and many other museums) - Liverpool (pirate houses) - The Lighthouse Route with tranquil fishing villages, lighthouses and tram-like coast - Carter's Beach, Rissers Beach, Beach Meadows, Summerville Beach u. V. M. (fantastic sandy beaches from 50 min. Travel time) - Festivals + Events, the calendar of events in the south of Nova Scotia are particularly busy in the season.

We would be happy to send all prospective tenants a high-quality brochure of the house with destinations in the cottage and in the area.

Property manager

Stefan Rueter
Premier Host

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR2425B4471

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Westfield

Located in Westfield, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. North Queens Heritage House Museum is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kejimkujik National Park and Kejimkujik Visitor Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Westfield, NS

What's nearby

  • Beaverhead Lake - 26 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Kejimkujik National Park - 29 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Kejimkujik Visitor Centre - 31 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Ponhook Lake Nature Reserve - 43 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Molega Lake - 50 min drive - 24.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hollow Log Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Marie's Pizza etc - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Donair World & Pizza - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Alice's Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Salt Mango Tree - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chalet directly on the lake, central storage, incl. access to private island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chalet directly on the lake, central storage, incl. access to private island ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chalet directly on the lake, central storage, incl. access to private island ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chalet directly on the lake, central storage, incl. access to private island located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of North Queens Heritage House Museum, Beaverhead Lake and Minard Lake. Kejimkujik National Park and Kejimkujik Visitor Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

I look forward to returning many times and in a various seasons. What a beautiful and welcoming place to spend our holidays. It was so peaceful and management went above and beyond to make it so for us. Thank you for a memorable stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to stay

Although somewhat off of the beaten path, the Chalet was definitely worth the effort. Clean, comfortable, excellent view and amenities. I highly recommend Deans Lake Chalet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wolfram V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Einfach nur traumhaft

Es war noch besser als wir es uns vorgestellt haben. Tolles Haus am See. Absolute Ruhe. Morgens vor dem Frühstück Besuch von Rehen. Abgeschieden, aber so wollten wir es. Idealer Ausgangspunkt für viele tolle Touren. Wir haben jeden einzelnen Tag genossen.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay away from it all

Great property, quiet, clean and well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and peaceful house next to a wonderful lake

We loved our stay at this house. It is clean and had everything you need for the stay. The location right next to a lake is awesome. We took plenty kajak and kanu tours on the lake with and enjoyed every meal on the nice patio.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect spot for a break near Kejimkujik Park

As well as being very conveniently located near the national park, this chalet is wonderfully positioned by a secluded lake for canoeing, sunset or shooting star watching. The house is spotless and includes all modern equipment and facilities. Stefan is a fantastic host, who takes great care of his house as well as of his guests! Our only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer, but now we have a great place to come back to!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Auszeit in toller Umgebung

Wir durften mit der Familie 10 starke Tage in einer modernen Hütte, bei deren hochwertiger Ausstattung es an nichts mangelt, in einer traumhaften Umgebung verbringen. Vor allem der Webergrill, die Angelausrüstung und die 3 Bootemachten den Aufenthalt zum perfekten Familienurlaub. Der See bietet unendlich viele Eckken zum Entdecken. Die Lage der Unterkunft mittig zwischen Süd und Nordküste ist für Ausflüge ideal.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax and recharge

Words can't convey how incredible our visit to the Chalet was. The property is located on a quiet lake with beautiful natural surroundings. The kitchen was well equipped for most any chef's creations, the beds were very comfortable, and the recreational gear was greatly appreciated. Communication with the host was quick and easy, and he was very gracious in discussing options for outings and restaurants. It's quite clear that the host invests a lot of time and pride in this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

We loved this house. It is so beautifully built and taken care of. We loved the isolation, being able to hear the frogs at night and see other wildlife during the day. The central location is great for exploring different parts of Nova Scotia. We will definitely stay here again for future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Une nature luxuriante et très tranquille!

Très beau chalet bien équipé avec une superbe vue sur le lac.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eckhard K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kanada wie im Bilderbuch

Alles bestens
Stayed 19 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escape into nature

Beautiful chalet, very clean and new, well equipped with all necessities and a few nice extra touches like a beautiful wood stove, convection oven, stand mixer, canoe/kayaks, outdoor shower (though it was way too cold at this time of year for us to try it!) The location is amazing: beautiful, remote, quiet, peaceful, yet only a short drive from Kejimkujik Nayional Park. Also a nice network of trails on the huge property makes it easy to submerge yourself in nature’s beauty while staying within walking distance from the chalet. The sunsets on the lake were breathtakingly beautiful! Our host Stefan was very friendly and went out of his way to connect with us to ensure we had the best time possible, providing suggestions and tips. Five well-earned stars!! We would love to come back one day for another stay, perhaps with warmer weather to enjoy the lake even more!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful building on a beautiful lake

We had a wonderful stay at the Dean Lake Chalet. It's a beautiful, well-appointed, and very comfortable home away from home, set in the midst of lovely, serene nature. We spent a lot of time canoeing and kayaking and were so glad those options were available to us - we saw so much wildlife this way. We also loved the centrality of the location - it was easy to take day trips to places like Digby and Lunenberg. The beds were really comfortable, the kitchen was beautiful and every detail was thought of, and the large deck was a great place to eat breakfast and watch sunsets over the lake. Loved hearing loons on quiet evenings. Stefan (the owner) and Rick (the property caretaker) were extremely helpful and provided lots of great information about the area - we had more ideas about things to do than time to accomplish them, so we'll just have to come back some day!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthias M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traumhaft entspannter Urlaub

Wunderbar, naturnah und sehr entspannt: das Dean Lake Chalet ist hervorragend ausgestattet und bietet alle Annehmlichkeiten. Die Ausstattung ist in bestem Zustand. Wir haben unsere Zeit sehr genossen - mehr Ruhe geht nicht. Vielen Dank an Stefan für die schnelle und unkomplizierte Kommunikation im Vorfeld!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

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Amazing!

Amazing place! We all loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

JAMES S.

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Memorable

Gorgeous location with lots of peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori M., Dartmouth

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage with gorgeous views

This was the most beautiful place we had the privilege of staying at. The cottage did not disappoint. It had all the amenities needed, all you had to do is bring food. Aside from this, the views were spectacular and I recommend anyone who is looking for a quiet getaway this is the place for you, we are definitely coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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peaceful

Dean Lake Chalet is a peaceful, quiet, and relaxing vacation place. It is the perfect place to be away from the everyday noise and stress of everyday life. Perfectly quiet from road noise, construction work, and all that everyday noise you have to deal with in life. This is the place to be if you want to sit on the deck and look at the beauty God gave us and listen to the simple noises in life like birds, frogs, fish jumping up to grab a bite to eat, all that good stuff that we forget to enjoy in life and have pushed aside. It will make you wonder how we let this all get away from us. Enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful remote cottage

A beautiful cottage with all the amenities of home. Gorgeous sunsets. We enjoyed going out on the lake with the kayaks and seeing all the flowers on the lillypads. Swimming is best at the rocky beach, which is a 2 min walk down the private trail on the property. Rick the property manager was very friendly and helpful. Stefan is very responsive and provided good insights about the nearby islands that can be explored within a few minutes of the property. Cheers, Emily
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam F.

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Fabulous stat

Lovely few days in peace and quiet. Would happily come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naomi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely panoramic view!

Clean and cozy! Beautiful view! Would love to return! Naomi
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful & cozy chalet

We had a wonderful stay at the Dean Lake chalet with our 4 kids. Very nice place, waterfront, in the forest with a lot of walking trails, wildlife... Highly recommend if you like just being out there and enjoy the outdoor.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and serene hidden gem

Beautiful nature walks, canoe ride/kayaking during stunning sunsets, star gazing. Perfectly calm and serene place for us to unplug and rejuvenate. Will definitely return to enjoy this place. They have thought of everything you will need to have the comforts of home, and enjoy the outdoors too. Thank you to to Stefan for stopping by to explain all the fun options around the property for us to enjoy. We would highly recommend a stay at this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dean Lake Chalet

We had a lovely time at Dean lake chalet. It is very isolated on a beautiful lake. The chalet is the perfect size and very comfortable and functional. We look forward to returning again soon. A true hidden gem!
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annie B., Halifax , NS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unforgettable stay

Our stay was absolutely perfect! An extraordinary view and location in the nature and quietness! the chalet is very comfortable and we so appreciated the pleasant warmth of the wood stove. The property manager made us feel very welcome he was helpful and available. we would recommend this cottage to anyone !

About the host

Hosted by Stefan Rueter

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Languages:

English, German

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests