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The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging.

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10Outstanding
(7 Ratings)
"I have no words. This home was absolutely perfect and just so full of history. Jane was absolutely amazing and so accommodating. She is an absolute sweetheart. The neighbors were so friendly and I lov..."
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10 / 10
Outstanding(7 Ratings)

House in Nova Scotia

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this house rental

Experience elegant country living at its finest on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. The Idle Hour is a newly restored ship captain’s home, located in the quintessential fishing village of Port Medway, Nova Scotia.

The Idle Hour features a gourmet kitchen, indoor fireplace, 3 + 1 bedrooms, and a library devoted to the western classics. The property is set on 2 acres with 450 feet of oceanfront, adjacent to a stony beach. Access is by land or sea, with private anchorage.

Available for events. Pricing TBD.
The space
2,500 sq ft.
Main house: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Double, 1 Day bed (expands to a Queen)

Private mooring is available on request

Whimsical screened-in porch suitable for outdoor dining, overlooking ocean and magical sunsets

2 paddle boards, 2 sea kayaks, 4 bicycles (2 adult and 2 children), and outdoor fire pit

Located within the UNESCO SouthWest Nova Biosephere Reserve.

Attractions/Events:
- Port Medway Readers’ Festival
- Art/History Shows
- 2 historic lighthouses
- Breathtaking Beaches nearby
- Kejimkujik National Park
- Historic Lunenburg nearby, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Guest access:
Full access to the main house, two acres of grounds, private oceanfront and screened in porch

Other things to note:
Office space available in fourth bedroom, with the day bed.

Amenities at The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging.

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(7 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
I have no words. This home was absolutely perfect and just so full of history. Jane was absolutely amazing and so accommodating. She is an absolute sweetheart. The neighbors were so friendly and I loved talking to them. I fell in love with the house and grounds. The house was restored beautifully. My kids absolutely loved running around the yard every evening for hours on end as we sat and watched the sunset, also location was perfect for stargazing at night. The house is also SPOTLESS, we don’t wear shoes in the house but understand that not everyone does that. But this home was absolutely spotless and squeaky clean which we appreciated so much. There were plenty of towels and the beds were like sleeping in a cocoon. Everything about this house and location was perfect!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2025
One of the best vacation rental homes EVER! Idyl hour is idyllic!Perfectly outfitted and ready for a spectacular Nova Scotia vacation.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2025
Exceptionally special property and home!
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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging. pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging.?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.