House in Nova Scotia
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this house rental
The Artist's Beach House is situated on the Antigonish Harbour just ten minutes from the lovely university town of Antigonish This private and quiet retreat feels like it’s worlds away. The house is surrounded by water – and 6 acres of land. The beach goes on forever and is nicely secluded – swimming is excellent in the warmest waters north of the Carolina's. So is canoeing and kayaking on the harbour where there’s so much to discover. The grounds are spectacular with gardens everywhere. In season, the best lobster in the world can be had fresh off the boats nearby.
This architect designed house is ideal for entertaining with wrap around decks and porches complete with ample outdoor eating areas. We have a wheel chair ramp (available on request) on the back deck which makes the whole first floor with two bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms accessible. Indoors you’ll be greeted with warm cherry wood throughout, walls full of original contemporary art, oriental rugs on the floors and sumptuous furnishings everywhere. All the amenities are there to pamper you during your stay. When the nights are cool there’s nothing better than curling up in front of one of two fireplaces with a good book or movie. The atmosphere is warm and friendly, colourful and artistic.
We can make the office available upon request, for those who will need to do some work during their stay. It's a private room with desks and a printer plus a good library.
Overall it's a rare and special property with many features such as private trails throughout the woods, a firepit at the beach and lovely gardens. All of our guests tell us that the photos don’t do it justice. It truly is a beautiful place!
Weddings and Special Events
The property is an ideal location for an outdoor summer wedding. Please talk to us if you'd like more information. Some photos are posted.
This architect designed house is ideal for entertaining with wrap around decks and porches complete with ample outdoor eating areas. We have a wheel chair ramp (available on request) on the back deck which makes the whole first floor with two bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms accessible. Indoors you’ll be greeted with warm cherry wood throughout, walls full of original contemporary art, oriental rugs on the floors and sumptuous furnishings everywhere. All the amenities are there to pamper you during your stay. When the nights are cool there’s nothing better than curling up in front of one of two fireplaces with a good book or movie. The atmosphere is warm and friendly, colourful and artistic.
We can make the office available upon request, for those who will need to do some work during their stay. It's a private room with desks and a printer plus a good library.
Overall it's a rare and special property with many features such as private trails throughout the woods, a firepit at the beach and lovely gardens. All of our guests tell us that the photos don’t do it justice. It truly is a beautiful place!
Weddings and Special Events
The property is an ideal location for an outdoor summer wedding. Please talk to us if you'd like more information. Some photos are posted.
Amenities at A Piece of Heaven in Nova Scotia Private oceanfront setting on beautiful grounds
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Nova Scotia
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsGuests loved the beautiful house, ideal setting, amazing artwork, and wonderful hosts. The property offers a relaxing atmosphere with great amenities and activities for a memorable family vacation.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Best sleep I’ve ever had at a VRBO! Such a relaxing space, traveled with a group of 7 adults multi generational and everyone loved this home!
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
Amazing. Beautiful spot. Perfect accommodations.We had relaxing moments and fun times with family in the area visiting us.Great vacation. I don't want to rate it so highly because it will be tough to book next year but really is amazing.
8 / 10Excellent·Aug 2025
The home was lovely and filled with beautiful art. The description of the property was very accurate. Due to the lack of rain in NS this summer, we had to be careful about water usage because the home has a well. There were only 4 of us but it could have been an issue if we had more people. Our hosts were lovely people. The location was more remote than I expected but it’s not far from Antigonish. The mosquitos were a problem for us, especially in the morning and at dusk. The hosts had mosquito repellents available for us to use. Overall we had a nice stay.
6 / 10Average·Sep 2023
5 adults, three children (11, 5 and 3)
Aug 19 - rented for two weeks
Inside:
- plenty of condiments, spices and basic staples for use in the kitchen/bath/laundry. No need to bring anything in this regard
- wifi working very well
- there is a very comprehensive "book of rules" to follow
- the owner addressed promptly the fridge light not working issue
- there are 4 bedrooms, not five; there is a windowless/doorless room with a pullout in the basement in addition to two other bedrooms there
- there is a musty smell in the basement and most rooms upstairs (especially bathroom)
- the area rugs over the carpets are better to be avoided; easy to trip
- the house is more like someone's home not a vacation property
Outside:
- nice water views
- not suitable for swimming
- relentless mosquitoes; we started a bonfire by the water but couldn't stay there; being outside equaled being bitten and attacked constantly.
- to spend time outside we needed to drive somewhere else
I recommend:
- Pomquet beach - half an hour, Cape George Point (magnificent views) - half an hour, Antigonish (nice little town with all shops and eateries needed) - 10 mins unless the only road is being repaired.
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Top rated by guests
9.5Outstanding
(42 Ratings)
Guests loved the beautiful house, ideal setting, amazing artwork, and wonderful hosts. The property offers a relaxing atmosphere with great amenities and activities for a memorable family vacation.
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