2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water!

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10217 sq m

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Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

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Waverley, NS

Dartmouth Crossing
‪14 min drive‬
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
‪21 min drive‬
Casino Nova Scotia
‪22 min drive‬
Halifax, NS (YWF-Downtown Waterfront Heliport)
‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (guest house)

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

This private lakeside cottage on a peninsula is surrounded by 800 feet of water frontage on Lake William and has been chosen as one of Vrbo's 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year! This property can comfortably accommodate up to 8 guests with 4 queen beds located in the 3 upstairs bedrooms...or up to 10 guests with our separate Guesthouse*. Spend your days enjoying the warm water and evenings connecting with others by the outside fire. The basement offers bar and table seating, as well as a shuffleboard. Airport and downtown are only 20 minutes away. Groceries/Costco is a 12-minute drive.
*Guesthouse offers a private 4th bedroom and is only included with bookings of 9-10 guests.
*Guesthouse may already be booked for some dates. If so, then the main cottage will only allow bookings of 8 guests.
*If at the time of booking, the guesthouse is not booked, then the guesthouse will automatically be blocked off by the host to prevent additional outside guest bookings.
*Guests with mobility issues may want to also book the guesthouse (only 2 steps), as the 3 bedrooms in the main cottage are on the second floor. Please contact the host if booking the guesthouse, as additional fees would apply.

Property manager

Chris Macaulay

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Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number STR2425A2879, STR2526A2879

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Waverley

Located in Waverley, this cottage is on the waterfront. Halifax Citadel and Angus L. Macdonald Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Laurie Provincial Park and Bennery Lake Nature Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Scotiabank Centre or Dartmouth Sportsplex. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.

Waverley, NS

What's nearby

Dartmouth Crossing - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 21 min drive - 20.8 km
Casino Nova Scotia - 22 min drive - 21.2 km
Halifax Citadel - 23 min drive - 21.2 km
Dalhousie University - 23 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

Halifax Station - 28 min drive
Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
‪Jack's Astor's - ‬14 min drive
‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Waverley Heritage Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of Burncoat Head Park and Shubie Park. Bedford Place Mall and Fish Hatchery Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Casey M.

27 Sept 2024

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

End of season family vacation

Chris was the consummate host and the property is simply stunning. All the amenities were provided, and there couldn’t be a more special location. Thank you so much for making our family vacation possible.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

21 Sept 2024

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

Waverly

Great no problems at all. Hosts were very attentive and helped anyway possible. From greeting us and showing property to advising on things like restaurants and golf.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

17 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful Apartment

The apartment was amazing and in a great location in town. There were many, many steps though so travel as light as possible. Perfect in every other way. `

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

17 June 2024

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

Perfect for your family

Please refer to the 5star ratings above and multiply by 20!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

7 Sept 2023

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

Celebrating a 90th birthday

My family gathered from three different US states to celebrate our mother's 90th birthday in Waverley Cottage. The owner was very responsive to our every need, even installing a grab bar in the bathroom for his oldest guest so far! The cottage was plenty spacious for the eight of us, and so lovely, allowing spectacular views of the lake on three sides. We especially appreciated the outdoor spaces, taking morning coffee on the dock, relaxing on one of the decks, and sharing family time around the fire pit in the evenings. We heartily recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire H., Calgary

30 Aug 2023

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

Exceeded Expectations!

We loved everything about this property and experience! From amazing communication with the hosts to a very well appointed home and stunning lake.. this rental experience was one of our favourite yet!

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E., Ormond Beach, Fl

17 Aug 2023

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

Family time

What a wonderful time our family had In Waverly. Chris was a helpful and attentive host and what a yummy surprise to find candy and cinnamon rolls waiting for us when we arrived. There were 9 in our group and the house was plenty large. There were paddle boards, a canoe and kayak available for use. Chris sent directions to the nearest grocery store and offered suggestions for other attractions. Very much appreciated. We built a fire , made s’mores and just enjoyed the lake. I think the highlight was seeing the Bay of Fundy and walking on the ocean’s floor. Just an hour drive and totally worth it to walk on the ocean’s floor. Would recommend this house and hope to return to the Halifax area. Thanks again Chris!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim G., Rocanville

8 Aug 2023

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

Fabulous Family Vacation Spot

Waverley Cottage was perfect for our family group of 10 people! We travelled from SK/MB to spend time with my daughter, who lives in Halifax. We were able to enjoy a nice balance of excursions to see the sights and lazy lake days. The lake is beautiful and we made good use of the paddleboards and kayaks made available to us. We spent hours on the dock. It's the perfect spot for visiting, having morning coffee or evening happy hour! The cottage itself was very nice and cozy and full of so much character! It is furnished and decorated very nicely and was well stocked with everything we needed. (The teenagers enjoyed the tv room and shuffleboard on the rainy days!) Chris was an amazing host. Leading up to our trip he always promptly answered our questions and offered great suggestions regarding local attractions. He met us at the cottage when we arrived to give us a warm welcome as well as a little tour of the property. He assured us that he was just a phone call away should we need anything. Without hesitation I would return to and recommend Waverley Cottage. We are already looking into dates for next year!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian W., Houston

28 July 2023

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

Beautiful, unique property

A beautifully maintained and appointed home and cottage on a unique piece of land that really makes you feel like you're on your own little island. Fantastic views of the lake and lovely grounds. Home has all the amenities you could want, including kayaks and plenty of life vests for all sizes. The owner, Chris, personally gave us a tour of the house on our arrival and quickly attended to any requests we had during our stay. Highly recommended - I've been renting on vrbo nee homeaway for over 20 years and this is one of the best properties I've stayed at.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

22 June 2023

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

A memorable vacation

We went there to celebrate our golden anniversary with the family and it was truly a memorable occasion. The Host was amazing and was a great trip

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth A.

15 June 2023

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

Great stay!

The property was as advertised and Chris was an excellent host. The location is beautiful, cottage is great and you have the benefit of a quiet cottage experience with the convenience of everything you could possibly need just 16 minutes away.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

6 June 2023

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

Graduation Day

Fantastic spot. We had a great visit to Halifax for our daughters graduation. The location was perfect and the house was amazing, easily accommodating 8 of us, and providing a special spot for family gatherings. Thanks so much. Keith

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

27 Sept 2022

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

Excellent

We could not have asked for a better host and property. The cottage is beautiful with stunning views of the lake. Unfortunately hurricane fiona hit. Our hosts were right there for us with flashlights , hot coffee and anything we needed. They took excellent care of us . Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chris Macaulay

I have lived in this area since 1993. My wife and I raised our 3 children on Lake William and to this day they still say that the summers spent with family on Lake William was the best time of their lives. Mine too. Hearing from our guests on how they too made amazing family memories at our property is incredibly satisfying. We have made great friendships in the process and hope to make many more.

Why they chose this property

The Waverley Cottage (also known as Pine Point), is a well known peninsula/point of land jutting into Lake William. I've always admired the property, with it's majestic pine trees and amazing water views, so when it was finally listed on the market I knew I had to not only purchase the property, but to also share it with others to enjoy.

What makes this property unique

The property offers mesmerizing views from all sides. It's like an island joined to the mainland with a short causeway. Total privacy for families to make life lasting memories.

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4 (guest house)

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

About this property