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Lakefront Cottage • Private Beach • Lake Views • Pets Stay Free • Kayaks & BBQ

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A cabin interior with a dining area, a sofa set, and a fish mounted on the wall.
A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, sofas, and a fireplace.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a clock, and a window with curtains.
A lakeside setting with a grassy lawn, red Adirondack chairs, a canoe, and a boat docked near the water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1120 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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Forties, NS
  • Place, Doreys Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Lunenburg County Winery
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Torment
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Forties

This cottage is located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Canoran Lake and 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Lunenburg County Winery. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Doreys Lake - 16 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Canoran Lake - 19 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Lunenburg County Winery - 22 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Lake Torment - 42 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Big Mushamush Lake - 44 min drive - 17.9 miles

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront Cottage • Private Beach • Lake Views • Pets Stay Free • Kayaks & BBQ

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural environment by visiting our 2BR 2Bath original Canadian cottage on the picturesque Sherbrooke Lake. This 7-acre lakeside property offers a magical escape and allows you to experience the mesmerizing ambiance by relaxing on the veranda and the garden or soaking up the sun on the private beach.

✔ 2 Comfortable BRs
✔ Open Design
✔ Full Kitchen
✔ Veranda (BBQ, Dining)
✔ Lake (Boat, Fishing, Beach)
✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi 500
✔ Free Parking

Pets Stay Free!

➡The space
Please take a tour through this alluring lakeside oasis to familiarize yourself with all the quaint comforts and amenities it offers. The best place to start is the charming open-concept design living area. The heartbeat of this original Canadian cottage features a relaxing living room with a fully equipped kitchen and an inviting dining area. Healthy sunlight fills the space, accenting the rustic furniture to reinforce the warm and cozy style.

You can quickly change your settings by stepping onto the veranda overlooking the mesmerizing lake and the lush garden. It offers a private retreat with a seating area and a modern gas BBQ from where you can gaze at the breathtaking lake views and cute animals playing in the garden. This intimate space leads to the private beach from where you can fish or set out to explore the lake with a kayak or canoe. 3 kayaks and a canoe included with your stay.

Lovely design and comforts are present in two bedrooms that will have you rested and refreshed after a day of exploring Nova Scotia's natural beauties.

★ LIVING ROOM ★
The home's focal point is ideal for a fun family gathering. Sit back, relax, and decide if you will watch a movie, read a good book by the fireplace, or discuss your plans for days to come while taking in the views of the scenic surroundings.

✔ Two Comfortable Sofas with Pillows
✔ 40" Smart TV with Amazon Prime Video, Premium TV Channels, Netflix
✔ Sound System
✔ Wood-Burning Stove/Fireplace
✔ Free Firewood
✔ Comfy Sofa Chair
✔ Coffee Tables
✔ Reading Lamps
✔ Access to the Veranda

★ KITCHEN & DINING ★
The fully equipped kitchen boasts a familiar wooden design. It comprises of ample cabinetry, spacious countertops, and modern appliances that allow for the effortless and fun preparation of your favorite meals.

✔ Microwave
✔ Stove
✔ Oven
✔ Toaster/Sandwich Maker/Fryer/Popcorn Maker/Egg Cooker
✔ Blender
✔ Keurig Coffee Maker
✔ Refrigerator/Freezer
✔ Dishwasher
✔ Sink - Hot & Cold Water
✔ Trays
✔ Glasses
✔ Silverware
✔ Pots & Pans

Gather round the dining table and enjoy a tasty homemade meal.

✔ Dining Table with Seating for 6
✔ Kitchen Bar with Seating for 3

★ BEDROOMS★
Two comfortable bedrooms make you feel like you are sleeping on clouds while providing maximum convenience through added amenities.

♛ Master Bedroom: King-Size Bed, Ensuite Bathroom
♛ Bedroom 2: Bunk Bed (55-inch Mattresses), Ensuite Toilet and Shower

Both bedrooms offer a similar set of amenities:

✔ Cozy Pillows, Linens, and Sheets
✔ Hangers and Shelves

★ BATHROOMS ★
Two relaxing bathrooms ensure there are no queues in the morning. Both offer essential toiletries and soft towels, so you don't need to worry about overpacking.

✔ Shower
✔ Vanity
✔ Mirror
✔ Toilet
✔ Towels
✔ Hair Dryers
✔ Essential Toiletries

★ OUTDOORS ★
Enjoy the tranquil ambiance by stepping onto the gorgeous veranda and the beautiful garden, offering a private outdoor setting where you can relax, have hours of fun, and prepare a tasty BBQ with lake views that will make you want to extend your stay.

✔ Table with Seating for 6
✔ Gas BBQ Grill
✔ String Party Lights
✔ Lush Garden & Outdoor Fire Pit
✔ Free Firewood

Walk down to the beach, spread a towel, bask in the sunshine, and take a refreshing dip in the calm waters. Let the cares of the world melt away as you revel in the simple pleasures of a lakeside retreat.

✔ Private Lake Access (3 Kayaks [2 adult, 1 for kids], 1 Canoe)
✔ Large lake with plenty of fish for fishing.

Spend a memorable vacation in this original Canadian cottage, a former fishermen's hut, where modern amenities and rustic décor mix with the highest comforts.

➡Guest access
The home is exclusively yours, without interruption during your stay, so relax, unwind, and make yourself at home.

Other than the already mentioned amenities, our home also features the following:

✔ Gated Community for your Safety
✔ Washer/Dryer
✔ Iron/Board
✔ Free Parking (Garage & Driveway)

The use of all boats is free of charge and is at your own risk. Instructions must be given by the caretaker.

➡Other things to note
★ CLEANING & SANITIZATION ★
Health, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out.

★ PET-FRIENDLY HOME ★
Bring your furry friends along for an exciting vacation. They'll get to enjoy and run around the spacious garden while you relax on the comfy patio.

★ NO SMOKING INSIDE ★
Please refrain from smoking inside the home. Any smoking evidence will result in a fee for odor removal and furniture cleaning. Smoking outdoors is fine.

★ NO PARTIES/EVENTS ★
We kindly ask you to treat our home as your own to preserve its pristine condition for future guests and your return visits.

Thank you very much for your understanding.

Tourist Accommodation Registry: STR2627D6736

Registration Details
STR2627D6736


➡To make your stay as pleasant as possible, here are a few quick guidelines:

- Please clean the grill and fire pit after use. If cleaning is required, we will charge $100.

- Smoking is only permitted on the deck.

- Please strip all the beds used upon your departure.

- Please dispose of all of your trash in the bins on George Brown Road upon your departure. A CAD 30 fee may be charged if trash is left at the cottage.

- Guests are required to comply with local laws, including any applicable campfire bans in Nova Scotia.

- Check-out is by 11 AM. Unauthorized late check-out may be charged at $20 per started hour. After 2 PM, an extra night may be charged.

By booking, you declare that you have read, understood and accepted the house rules.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 999 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a river
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,120 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please clean the grill/fire pit after use ($100 fee if cleaning is required) and comply with all applicable Nova Scotia campfire bans.
Please dispose of all trash in the bins on George Brown Road. A $30 fee may be charged if trash is left at the cottage.
Check-out is by 11 AM. Late check-out may be charged $20 per started hour; after 2 PM, an extra night may be charged.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total (999 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Bring your furry friends along!

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number STR2627D6736

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Forties, close to Lunenburg County Winery, Doreys Lake, and Canoran Lake. You'll also find Grandmother Head Lake and Indian Falls Park nearby.

Is there parking available at Lakefront Cottage • Private Beach • Lake Views • Pets Stay Free • Kayaks & BBQ?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about Lakefront Cottage • Private Beach • Lake Views • Pets Stay Free • Kayaks & BBQ?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cottage include a fireplace and a smart TV in each cottage, and some feature beach view.

Does Lakefront Cottage • Private Beach • Lake Views • Pets Stay Free • Kayaks & BBQ have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does Lakefront Cottage • Private Beach • Lake Views • Pets Stay Free • Kayaks & BBQ have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Lakefront Cottage • Private Beach • Lake Views • Pets Stay Free • Kayaks & BBQ?

Yes, every cottage at Lakefront Cottage • Private Beach • Lake Views • Pets Stay Free • Kayaks & BBQ comes with a patio and some offer beach views.

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