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Your Halifax Getaway – Relax & Explore

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A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with leather chairs.
A modern living room with a wooden bench, a TV, and decorative items on a tray.
A multi-story building with a mix of siding and brickwork, featuring large windows and a visible garage door.
A staircase with black railings and wooden steps, leading to a landing with a window overlooking a residential area.
A spacious living area with a staircase leading to an upper floor.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Halifax, NS
  • Place, Shaw Wilderness Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Williams Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, McIntosh Run Trails
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Halifax

This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Captain William Spry Community Centre and Long Lake Provincial Park. This vacation home welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Shaw Wilderness Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Williams Lake - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • McIntosh Run Trails - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Dalhousie University - 13 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 15 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 23 min drive
  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Buck's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Your Halifax Getaway – Relax & Explore

🏡 Welcome to Your Halifax Home Base – Perfect for Families & Explorers!

Tucked away in the peaceful community of Governor’s Brook, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers comfort, convenience, and the perfect blend of nature and city access.
The space
Room for Everyone
• 3 bright bedrooms
• 2 full bathrooms + 2 convenient half baths
• Extra sleeping space with a comfy futon on the first floor
• Full laundry setup (washer & dryer)

🌲 Nature Meets City
Step outside and discover miles of hiking and biking trails, lakes, and green spaces. You’re just minutes from:
• Long Lake Provincial Park – swimming, kayaking, and nature walks
• McIntosh Run Trails – beautiful riverside paths
• Spryfield Wave Pool & Rink – perfect for kids
• Chocolate Lake Beach – a local summer gem

🛒 Everything Within Reach
• Grocery stores, NSLC, Canadian Tire, and restaurants are all around the corner
• 10 min drive to downtown Halifax, universities, hospitals, and shopping
• Quick access to public transit—just steps to a city bus stop

✈️ Convenient Travel
• 30 min drive or shuttle from Halifax Stanfield International Airport

🌊 Whether you’re here for work, university, or to explore Canada’s Ocean Playground, this home is your perfect launch pad to experience the best of Halifax.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 2.5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number STR2627B8104

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Halifax, close to Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, Halifax Citadel, and Scotiabank Centre. You'll also find Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Your Halifax Getaway – Relax & Explore?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does Your Halifax Getaway – Relax & Explore have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Your Halifax Getaway – Relax & Explore have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ), which is 26.4 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Your Halifax Getaway – Relax & Explore?

No, you won't find house with balconies at Your Halifax Getaway – Relax & Explore.

Your Halifax Getaway – Relax & Explore Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms and lots of space. Beautiful neighbourhood to go for walks and enjoy the views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was as described, no complaints at all. Thanks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Very clean and comfortable. Great area, friendly neighbors.Minutes from downtown. Walking distances to groceries.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We rented this home in Halifax during a very difficult time for our family following a sudden loss. Family members came from across Canada, and this house provided the space and comfort we needed to gather, support one another, and share memories. It was clean, welcoming, and well-equipped, making it feel like a true home away from home. We are grateful to the hosts for providing such a warm and comfortable place during a very tragic time. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Redgie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

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