A Quiet Riverside Cottage with 2 Fireplaces

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 259.5 sq m

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Parking available

Barbecue grill

Washer

Pool

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Crousetown, Nova Scotia

Petite Riviere Vineyards
6 min walk
Risser's Beach Provincial Park
6 min drive
Bluenose II
37 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and embrace the tranquility of nature in your very own 1-bedroom tiny home nestled on 2 acres of pristine land along a picturesque riverbank. This is not just a home; it's a lifestyle!

Heron's Rest year round cottage located on just over two acres of land beside one of the largest set of rapids of the Petite River. This quiet and private rental is just off the main road giving quick access to the wide range of local interest and activities. Its the perfect location for a romantic get away for two or a personal retreat. The house is fully equipped with a fridge, stove, dishwasher and laundry facilities. It will sleep 2 in the main bedroom queen sized bed. The large deck which overlooks the river is accessed off the kitchen and includes a BBQ and outdoor dining facilities. Guests can enjoy a quiet evening on the deck listening to the river and watching the stars or build a bonfire in the riverside fire pit.

This is a charming cottage with a large deck overlooking the rapids. You will enjoy the sound of the river from the house. It is cozy and comfortable.

Located just 1.5 hours from Halifax, this is a wonderful community close to local beaches, steeped with history and full of charm. Petite Riviere is just a few minutes away and has a general store (complete with liquor store). Have one of their wonderful cups of coffee and enjoy a few minutes on the deck.

Please note that there is no public transit here. I prefer to send an information package out to my guests rather than use the site information system. The package comes about a week before their stay and covers all the information needed for their stay.

Property manager

Sherry Hudson

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Pool

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Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

I ask my guests to treat the house as if it were their own and leave it as they have found it.

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

Property Registration Number RYA-2022-03-03301516262040671-1369

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Crousetown

Located in Crousetown, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Petite Riviere Vineyards and Fancy Lake Provincial Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit LaHave Islands Marine Museum and Bridgewater Memorial Arena. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinsmen Field or Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Crousetown, Nova Scotia

What's nearby

Petite Riviere Vineyards - 6 min walk
Risser's Beach Provincial Park - 6 min drive
Bridgewater Mall - 20 min drive
Bluenose II - 37 min drive
Lunenburg Opera House - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Blarney Stone Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
‪Petite Riviere Vineyards - ‬8 min walk
‪Two Girls and a Grill - ‬11 min drive
‪MacLeod's Canteen - ‬9 min drive
‪Osprey's Nest Public House - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Quiet Riverside Cottage with 2 Fireplaces pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Quiet Riverside Cottage with 2 Fireplaces?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Quiet Riverside Cottage with 2 Fireplaces?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Quiet Riverside Cottage with 2 Fireplaces located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Petite Riviere Vineyards and within 9 miles (15 km) of Risser's Beach Provincial Park and Fancy Lake Provincial Park. LaHave Islands Marine Museum and LaHave Ferry Terminal are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

9 Sept 2024

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

Secluded, quite and peaceful

Lovely location, with gorgeous gardens and woods near a beautiful river. Very clean and comfortable. Everything you need. Lovely fire pit by the river to enjoy the late evening hours. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boyd S.

2 Sept 2024

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

Herons Rest, the Ultimate cottage

We were totally impressed with Herons Rest. Our week there in August was a week to remember. Loves everything about the cottage and the area. . Would recommend it to anyone looking for a secluded retreat from the busy world.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

15 Aug 2024

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

Romantic getaway!

Beautiful and quiet place. We loved it! We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christel W.

25 May 2024

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

Excellent Retreat

Beautiful cottage and location

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

2 Mar 2024

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

Pocket of peace

Heron’s Rest was the most lovely getaway and we cannot recommend it enough. The cottage has everything you need and some very unique pieces. The sound of the river lulls you to sleep and the fire pit chairs is such a relaxing space. The whole property is so beautiful. Sherry was communicative throughout and made the experience so smooth. We can’t wait to get back!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

marnie B.

28 Jan 2024

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

Restful

What a beautiful and peaceful spot to rest and recharge. Immaculately clean and very comfortable. The spot beside the river is perfect for peaceful contemplation. Thank you for sharing it with us 💜

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Christina C.

15 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful location

The location of the cottage was exactly as we hoped. The rapids were audible and soothing. Unfortunately, the firepit was closed and that was something we were really looking forward to enjoying. We encountered the host when we first arrived and the next day while they worked around the property. All in all, it was a nice stay but it wasn't exactly as we had hoped based on the listing.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

2 Oct 2023

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

Peaceful!

We enjoyed our stay. It was our last stop in Nova Scotia and it was wonderful!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky C., Stuart, FL

14 Aug 2023

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

Perfect couples getaway

The cottage is quaint, clean and has a very comfortable bed. Kitchen has all the essentials. Grill is nice and the knives are sharp! Garden is delightful. We were lucky enough to meet the owners and they are lovely humans. Rissers beach is nearby for quiet walks. Other sights are within 30-60 minutes drive. Weather was delightfully cool in August. Highly recommend!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

19 July 2023

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

Amazing

Picturesque setting. Great getaway but close to many places. Wonderful host.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

1 July 2023

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

Anniversary getaway

The cottage and property were very nice, very private and peaceful outdoor surroundings. Was nice to get out of the city for a couple days and enjoy mother nature. regards, Shawn & Mable Cook

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

27 June 2023

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

Great Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Heron's Rest. The property was beautiful, very clean, and had everything we needed for the duration of our stay. I would absolutely stay here again without hesitation.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A., Spruce Grove, Alberta

20 June 2023

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

Stunning Property

What a beautiful and completly private property !!! such love and care has gone into this place, it was immediatly apparent from the moment we arrived. The weather was gloomy and rainy during our stay but what a lovely place to be hunkered down in the rain. The cottage is clean, cozy, warm and inviting, with everything you would ever need. Again... the love, attention to detail and care of this space is obvious. The gardens ... just wow !!! Strolling through the pathways when the rain was light was medicine for my soul. Lovely flora in a perfectly natural setting. Stunning ! The pathways and rest areas at the river were amazing and well thought out with several viewpoints to enjoy. The flow of the water was exhilarating with lots of bird activity to watch; swallows, ducks, massive bald eagles and we were lucky to see the inredible Heron, all thriving from the river. We will absolutly return, our next stay will definitely be a longer one so we can have more time to enjoy this wonderful space. Next time I hope to have great weather so we can enjoy that comfy looking hammock.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott G., STUART

16 June 2023

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

Lunenberg 23

What a wonderful property! We could spend hours along the riverfront. Peaceful and beautiful.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

8 June 2023

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

Awesome and beautiful!

We would definitely rent here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

18 Jan 2023

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

Beautiful and comfortable

We had such a nice weekend. Check-in was very easy and the cottage was spotless. We were very comfortable, had everything we needed to cook a big meal, and loved the paths down to the river.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug E.

29 July 2022

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

Peaceful Stay

Location is great for exploring south shore and still close enough for a day trip to Halifax. Loved everything about this spot, the cottage, the river, the deck, BBQ, kitchen, shower, comfy bed and furniture, washer and dryer.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill T.

20 June 2022

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

Would highly recommend

Very beautiful, listing doesn’t do property justice. We spent seven days there, it was very difficult to leave

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malc M.

26 Feb 2022

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

Winter Getaway

We had a great, quiet winter getaway here in this small well furnished cottage an the bank of a fast flowing river. The cottage is ideal for two and the location was great for walks on numerous beaches. Would like to see the gardens during the summer.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

nancy c.

19 Oct 2021

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

Perfect couple getaway

The pictures don’t do justice to how pretty the property is. We really enjoyed our stay and think it’s a perfect couple getaway

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell B.

25 Mar 2021

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

Beautiful

Absolutely lovely

10/10 Excellent

Steven E.

31 Oct 2020

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

A great spot!

Really lovely little cabin in the woods - can't wait to get back there!

10/10 Excellent

nancy h.

17 Oct 2020

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

A much needed ‘Heron Rest‘

This was the perfect setting to unplug surrounded by nature. This sweet cottage was nestled among garden walkways, trees and of course the amazing Petite Riviere. Loved that I could hear the river from the cottage, eat every meal with a view of the babbling river and endless supply of wood to burn in the wood stove. Highly recommend this special hidden haven if you need an escape. Bring snacks, coffee and your special human to create memories.

8/10 Good

Darlene D.

25 Sept 2020

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

Amazing river retreat

Always a pleasure at Herons Rest Fully equipped and very clean. Bed was a bit stiff but just got a way too soft mattress at home so may just be the switch on my own account The only real drawback is no AC but the fans work great. Such a lovely spot

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

23 Sept 2019

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

Sounds of the river

Loved listening to the river in the evening. Great place for 2 people and the garden is lovely (peaches from the tree were really good too)

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Sherry Hudson

Paul and I love to explore Nova Scotia and are often seen clambering over waterfalls in search of a new spot to set up our tripods. In the summer months we love to sail, exploring the coast and joining in on the local races. Winter takes us outdoors to freeze our fingers off to catch the warm light of the perfect sunrise or out across the trails on x-country skiis.

Why they chose this property

This property is perfect for couples, it is in a quiet location with lots of privacy but nearby many attractions. In the winter its a great place to turn of the electronics and sit by the fire and relax. In the summer you can enjoy a refreshing dip in the river or a fire under the evening stars. There are many places close by to discover if you like to explore.

What makes this property unique

The most unique aspect of the cottage is its location above a set a rapids which can be heard in the cottage year round. This lovely sound of water provides the perfect acoustic backdrop to the cottage. Guests can enjoy their morning cup of coffee on the deck overlooking the river and watch the sun come up while they plan their day of adventures.