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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

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Parking available
Kitchen
Pet-friendly

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Arcadia, NS

Yarmouth Regional Hospital
‪17 min drive‬
Yarmouth Ferry Terminal
‪18 min drive‬
Yarmouth Links
‪19 min drive‬
Yarmouth, NS (YQI)
‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Comfortable one bedroom cottage next to the Chebogue estuary that spills into the Atlantic ocean. The cottage is near the town of Arcadia, a very small fishing village.
-There is also a pullout sofa that can sleep two people.
-10 km (6 mi) to Yarmouth with Maine ferry landing; restaurants, supermarkets and stores.
-Beaches
(Larger beaches) Port Maintland Beach (33km)
John's Cove Beach (23km)
(Smaller beaches) Pinkney's Point Beach (9km)
Comeau's Hill Beach (16km)

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Parking available

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Kitchen
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 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 and a deadlock

Property Registration Number STR2425D4265

About the area

Melbourne

Melbourne is home to this cottage. Pelton-Fuller House and Bunker Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Mariners Centre and Wedgeport Sport Tuna Fishing Museum.

Arcadia, NS

What's nearby

Mariners Centre - 14 min drive - 11.8 km
Yarmouth Regional Hospital - 17 min drive - 14.8 km
Yarmouth Ferry Terminal - 18 min drive - 15.4 km
Yarmouth Links - 19 min drive - 15.2 km
Cape Forchu Lightstation - 27 min drive - 24.2 km

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬17 min drive
‪Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters - ‬16 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min drive
‪KFC - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Simple Rustic Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Simple Rustic Cottage located?

Situated in Melbourne, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mariners Centre, Yarmouth Mall and The Yarmouth Arts Regional Council's Playhouse and Arts Centre. Yarmouth County Museum and Pelton-Fuller House are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.4

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peg M.

2 Aug 2017

Wonderful Place

We are from Western Australia and the stay at this lovely cottage was a once in a lifetime experience for us. The cottage is right on the water but in a sheltered bay. The view from the picture window and porch let you experience the exceptional tides only found in this part of the world and let you watch the clam fishermen who moor their boats at the shore (and if you're friendly they will give you a bag of their fresh catch). The cottage is just lovely with everything we needed. Yarmouth town is only a few minutes drive away and the local area was very interesting and worth exploring. If you are a seafood lover you will be in heaven. Getting and returning the keys was absolutely no hassle. A very special place indeed!

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

1 Oct 2024

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

Rustic cabin with a stunning view

We loved staying in this simple cabin right on the shore. The view of the clam boats and sunsets was absolutely beautiful. The listing is accurate and note that there is no WiFi or TV service so this is a place to really enjoy nature uninterrupted. The only issue we encountered was that it was difficult to find the property after dark (it is really dark!). A house number sign near the road would be very helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Cyndi S.

28 Sept 2024

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

Road

We liked the location with beauty of the water and sunsets. The road was heard to find as not signed with name for the directions so back and forth some and asked directions from a neighbor. (Frog Point Road)

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn M.

16 Sept 2024

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

Amazing vacation cottage

We loved staying here and could have stayed for much longer. Everything you need and so much more. Who needs a TV if you have these kind of views. So quite and peaceful, and the cottage is perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

10 Aug 2024

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

cottage

Great stay, clean cottage. Great location. Only suggestion is need larger refrigerator.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

9 Aug 2024

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

Nova Scotia Vacation

Adorable little cottage on the water. Quiet and clean. Teenagers loved exploring.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ian t.

29 July 2024

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

Peaceful Stay

We stayed here for a week in July 2024. Communication with owner was very good. Detailed email prior to arrival. Had to reach out once with a question and the response was very quick. The cottage is very comfortable, well-equipped and nicely decorated. We arrived on a cool day and the interior warmed quickly with an adjustment to the thermostat. The fridge is hotel-sized with a larger than expected freezer. The freezer is a separate compartment from the fridge area. I mention the size of the fridge only because it isn't advisable to arrive with days worth of food that needs to be refrigerated. The property has waterfront views and is located at the end of a road. There is approximately 50 to 75 feet of lawn between the cottage and the shoreline. As mentioned in other reviews, clam harvesting occurs off shore. There will be times that pickup trucks park on the edge of the shoreline while clam harvesting is underway. The men take their boats out and return approximately 5 hours later. The trucks will arrive according to the tide which means that they can arrive in the early morning (dark). We were not bothered by this and found the process to be interesting and enlightening. Harvesting clams is hard work. Yarmouth is a 15 minute drive away. Good amenities are available there. Overall, this is a very peaceful location and we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

roseanne m.

29 July 2024

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

Relaxing

Cottage was cozy and clean , Beautiful scenery looking out on the water and watching the clam diggers out in the sand. Not far from the city of Yarmouth and lots of beaches to explore. Communication with Della was great and gave us tips of what beaches to explore. Will return again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

28 June 2024

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

Cozy cabin by the sea

The cabin was exceptionally clean and tidy. It was perfect for our needs while exploring the Yarmouth area. We ate our breakfasts and dinners there and found everything we needed to do so, including a big pot to boil lobsters. Having the clam diggers show up every morning was a bonus. Had fresh clams for dinner our second day. Over all, a great experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

23 June 2024

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

Oasis by the ocean

This was the most peaceful vacation I could have imagined! The view is mesmerizing, the cabin is cozy and comfortable, and the convenience of town is only 15minutes away! Would love to be back someday!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Denise S.

19 June 2024

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

Very quaint

The place was lovely overall there was just a few housekeeping things that could be improved on. For instance inside the cupboard door under the sink there were dishes stored there cookie sheets pizza pans that kind of thing. The cupboard is generally used for cleaning products and it's not overly clean itself especially on the inside of the doors where you would hang a tea towel for instance. I did find a cookie sheet that was dirty and put back in there so I had to clean it before I used it which made us clean everything before we used it LOL! Really enjoyed the location easy to get to once you knew the route. The dogs loved it! We would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DIANE H.

22 May 2024

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

Ocean front

Lovely

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

14 May 2024

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

Relaxing

It was exactly what I needed just home away from home. walked the beach many times with my Dog Bingo.enjoyed Saturday afternoon on the deck with my coffee, book with Bingo at my feet.while My husband went exploring for a place to fish. Hope to return again

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesca D.

13 Apr 2024

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

Peaceful Spot!

The location of this cottage is fabulous, just outside of Yarmouth yet situated at the end of the road in a remote, quiet, private and peaceful setting right on the water. Fresh air as you open the door in the morning! We have stayed here before and will come back. Love walking the shoreline!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Minga O.

13 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Neat unpretentious cabin very close to the ocean

The weather in SWNS in winter can be ferocious. The cabin was warm and cosy. Lots of hikes in the vicinity. Good birding. Bring proper outdoor clothing and rainboots if visiting in winter. The driveway a little tricky in wet weather.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L., Addy, United States

7 Sept 2023

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

Tiny perfection

Beautiful view just outside the front porch. Fun watching the clammers in the morning. Perfect spot to explore the south east or southwest portions of Nova Scotia. Just 17 minutes from town and the ferry. Loved it!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stéphane C.

24 Aug 2023

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

A great place with a view on the sea.

This place is very clean. We realy enjoy to see the clams fishermen every morning. We realy recommand.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

kim b.

20 Aug 2023

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

Visit from Denmark

We loved the silence and Nature except the mosquitos ;-)

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

1 Aug 2023

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

Amazing place

This cabin is cozy and sweet. The bed is a only a full which can be snug if you are 2 full size adults and the bugs are awful. A screened in porch would be a game changer. Wanted to get the slightly negatives out of the way first. This cabin is located on the water and is beautiful! Men come out to clams on low tide and are super sweet and will talk to you about anything. We met a great group of darts players and loved getting to know and explore the area. We will def. be back to Yarmouth!!

Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Jason C.

16 Sept 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Mosquitoes garden area.

Never again come to stay in the area. Everyday and nights have to deal with mosquitoes in and out door never see so many mosquitores before is like a moaquitor farm area.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

26 Aug 2022

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

All was as expected. Nice quiet spot

Would recommend for an out of town quiet spot

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terri K.

19 Aug 2022

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

Wonderful by the water retreat. Perfect in every way. More than what we expected.

Wonderful!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Randy D., Georgetown Ontario Canada

15 Aug 2022

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

Lovely cottage

The cottage was just lovely and was in a great location right on the water. Guy was great to work with and we got in quite late on our check in day but he was able to help out when we got a bit confused on opening the door lock. The only thing we missed was wi-fi but it wasn’t a big deal. Make sure you have insect repellent in the evening because it’s right on the ocean and keep your camera ready for all the deer you will see along the road leading to the cottage. The beach at Pinckney’s Point 5km down the road on a sunny day is beautiful. Very relaxing stay. Cheers from Randy and June and Mikaylah

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

3 Aug 2022

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

A scenic and tranquil location

We had a wonderful second stay at this cottage and look forward to returning again next year. John and Lori

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucie P.

29 July 2022

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

Calme

Très belle endroit,propre,chaleureux très belle vue. Cependant apportez-vous du chasse moustiques.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

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