South Shore Nova Scotia Vacation Rentals Presents Listing #8997

Amazing ocean beach house peaceful retreat 2009 15% off

Single Family w/ 4 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms - Sleeps 10

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Vacation Rental Description

A stay at Beach Haven House is so much more than a vacation, it  
affords the opportunity for the experience of a lifetime.  
Restoration awaits in the peaceful ambiance of this private 6 acre  
ocean side retreat located on a peninsula in the Atlantic Ocean. 
Absorb the beauty of the sights, sounds and smells of the sea from  
our own sand and pebble beach or amble down our down our lane for 2 
minutes and arrive at an all but deserted world class white sand  
beach. 
 
Absolutely amazing 270 degree views of  the open ocean, the waves  
breaking on the reef, Frying Pan Island and its scenic lighthouse  
and the birds, seals and other wildlife that abound can be found  
outdoors or in the spacious sun room. Our own saltwater pond provides 
a perfect spot for safe adventures for children, such as learning to 
kayak. In the executive level 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom house the 
comfortable furnishings and ocean views and invite relaxation.A 
glorious pine cathedral ceiling crowns the open concept living room, 
dining room and kitchen. 

Vacation Rental Amenities

The upper level of Beach Haven house provides more than 1400 square 
feet of first class accommodation for up to 8 persons (2 queens, 2 
singles, 1 double). The open concept living room, dinning room and 
kitchen has a glorious pine cathedral ceiling, hardwood floors, a 
Jotul woodstove/fireplace and wonderful ocean views. The glassed in 
sun porch provides panoramic 270 degree views of the open ocean and 
the waves from England and France breaking on the reef, as well as 
Frying Pan Island and with the scenic Port Medway lighthouse. The sun 
porch is also an ideal place to watch the many birds and animals that 
frequent the property. 
 
Guests who wish may have double the space, and the views, by adding  
on the spacious and bright lower level of Beach Haven. Previously  
known as ‘Wind Song'and the summer home of a Swiss gentleman for 14  
years until we bought it in 2003, Beach Haven has an interesting 
'architectural' history. The main level was built as a complete house 
(with the three bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open concept living room, 
dining room and kitchen all with a pine cathedral ceiling). He then 
had the whole house raised and put in a complete downstairs, so the 
'lower level' is much higher and brighter then a conventional 
basement, it is about 2.5 feet below grade. In keeping with the Swiss 
style, there is no connecting inside stairway between the main level 
and the lower level, one goes in to the lower level directly from the 
outside. It is beautifully finished with hardwood floors and pine 
walls. One of the main features of interest in the recreation room is 
the regulation Brunswick slate pool table. Consisting of a huge 
recreation room, large bedroom (twins) and a spacious three piece 
bath, this extra space is a perfect add on for large family  
gatherings or offers a quiet working space for guests who are taking  
a ‘working holiday'. 
 
This lower level is available only to families or groups who are 
renting the main level (that is we never rent it as a separate unit) 
for an extra fee of $600 (high season, shoulder season, $300/per  
week.  
 
Assurance of quality is featured with excellent housekeeping and a  
fully equipped home-away from home: spacious glassed in sun porch, 
ocean-view deck with outdoor furniture, jotul woodstove fireplace, 
kitchen with 6 full-sized appliances (washer, dryer,dishwasher, 
fridge, stove, microwave), kitchenware, very comfortable beds (2 
queens, 4 singles, 1 double), excellent linens, satellite TV, VCR, 
phone/fax, stereo, quality furnishings, books and games, picnic  
table,gas BBQ. 

Activities and Attractions

On Property 
With six plus acres to explore, there are a wide range of 
opportunities, from relaxing on the deck with a book to more active  
pursuits such as ocean swimming and beach combing. It's a dream  
location for photographers and other artists. An organic vegetable  
and herb garden, a lily pond, flower beds and closed cropped lawns 
are available close to the house. Groomed paths lead to the  
saltwater pond and your own private sand and pebble beach, offering 
endless opportunities for swimming, beach combing, exploring the  
rocks and tidal pools, beach campfires, bird spotting  (e.g. eagles,  
cormorants, osprey, sea ducks,piping plovers) and animal watching 
(e.g. seals,foxes, rabbits, raccoons). An all-but-deserted world  
class white sand beach is a two minute stroll down our private lane. 
 
 Surrounding Area 
 
Beach Haven House is a peaceful retreat so far from the rush of  
urban life, and yet all of the amenities of the big city are so  
close,if you chose. 
 
 * A scenic and easy 15 minute drive from the excellent restaurants,  
museums and shops of the charming village of Liverpool, home of the  
privateers and world famous photographer, Sherman Hines. Two large  
full service grocery stores are found in Liverpool, daily grocery  
needs are found even closer in village shops. 
 
 * The beaches and villages of the south shore, including Lunenburg,  
a UNESCO world heritage site, are just  moments away. Experience a  
step back in time with the warm hospitality, unique shops (antiques,  
artisans, crafts, farm markets, quilts and hand hooked  
rugs,reserves,  
quality new-to-you clothing), fishing wharves, restaurants (from  
down-hometo gourmet dinning), historic churches and museums of  
seaside villages such as Port Medway, Lockeport, Mahone Bay, Mill  
Village. 
 
 * Halifax, with the world's second deepest natural harbour is a  
cosmopolitain center, with a wide array of restaurants, world  
class museums, shopping and  is about a 1.5 hour drive away.  
 
Other activities include: Angling, seaside and woodland hiking  
(e.g in the renouned Kejimikujik National Park), sailing, kayaking,  
whale watching, deep sea fishing, diving, bicycling, golf, visiting  
the superb restored historic houses and shops in Shelbourne,  
attending excellent theatre and musical productions, including 
fiddling and other traditional music. 
 

Vacation Rental Rates

2008 booking sale remaining weeks 20% off.  
 
Summer 2008 SOLD OUT early! Don't be disappointed in 2009 book by 
September 25, 2008 and get 15% off.  
 
Special Offer for US customers: We will calculate your rate based on 
US or Canadian 
dollars, whichever is the best deal for you the customer, at the time 
of payment. The sale is 
excluded from this offer.  
 
High Season 2008: July 19 - Sept 6,  
                   $2560* Canadian per week 
                     
Mid Season/08 ( May 24-June 28 and Sept 6 - Oct 4) 
                         $1300* Canadian, per week 
 
May 1-May 24 and October 1-November 1,2009 $800* per week 
 
                     *All rates in Canadian dollars, for up to 8 
persons for the main floor of Beach Haven House  
 
                      *5% discount for bookings of two weeks or more 
                       
                      * 13% HST applies     
 
November 2008-May 2009 Perfect artist, writer, sabbatical retreat.  
Only $600 per month plus utilities.