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A cabin with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a ceiling fan, a large window with a view of a lake, and a small balcony with a railing.
A wooden building with a clear sky and a grassy area in front.
A cozy attic bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a window with bookshelves, and a lamp.
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a foosball table.
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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Kemptville, NS

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About the neighborhood

Quinan

This cottage places you 7.5 mi (12 km) from Sand Point National Wildlife Area and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Tusket River Nature Reserve. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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Restaurants

  • Temple of Evil
  • Lapointe Seafood Inc

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful Hilltop Waterfront cottage, private getaway, quiet lake front cottage

Escape to your own private lakeside retreat just minutes from Tusket, Nova Scotia. Nestled on a secluded property, this charming 3-bedroom cottage offers the perfect balance of comfort, nature, and privacy. Ideal for families, couples, or a peaceful getaway with friends (and pets are welcome too!). 🐶

Wake up to serene lake views and enjoy your morning coffee surrounded by nature. The cottage features a cozy loft with a king bed, plus two main-floor bedrooms one with a queen bed and one with a twin making it a comfortable space for a variety of group sizes.

Step outside and take in the tranquility of the quiet lake, just a short walk down the hill from the cottage. Spend your days exploring the water with the provided kayak or 4-person paddle boat, or simply relax and soak in the peaceful surroundings.

Inside, you’ll find everything you need for a stress-free stay. The fully equipped kitchen, along with all bedding and cutlery, ensures you can settle in and feel right at home from the moment you arrive. Cottage has fast wifi. New fire pit has been installed.

Whether you’re looking to unwind, reconnect with nature, or enjoy quality time with loved ones, this private lakeside escape offers a truly memorable experience.

Highlights:
- Private lakefront property with stunning views
- 3 bedrooms + loft (king, queen, and twin beds)
- Pet-friendly accommodations
- Kayak and 4-person paddle boat included
- Fully equipped kitchen with all essentials provided
- Peaceful, quiet location just 10 minutes from Tusket

Now available for booking—your relaxing lakeside getaway awaits!
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a fireplace and an electric kettle.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 1

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 welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 1
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04042209130288901-612

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.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Quinan, close to Sand Point National Wildlife Area, Tusket River Nature Reserve, and Great Barren and Quinan Lakes Nature Reserve.

Is there parking available at Beautiful Hilltop Waterfront cottage, private getaway, quiet lake front cottage?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to 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 Beautiful Hilltop Waterfront cottage, private getaway, quiet lake front cottage?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Does Beautiful Hilltop Waterfront cottage, private getaway, quiet lake front cottage have a hot tub?

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

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does Beautiful Hilltop Waterfront cottage, private getaway, quiet lake front cottage have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Beautiful Hilltop Waterfront cottage, private getaway, quiet lake front cottage?

Yes, every cottage at Beautiful Hilltop Waterfront cottage, private getaway, quiet lake front cottage comes with a patio.

Beautiful Hilltop Waterfront cottage, private getaway, quiet lake front cottage Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was beautiful. Not the fanciest, bur exactly what we needed...quiet! Directions were spot on. GPS worked fine. Everything was stocked, the cabin was clean and comfortable. Thank you for a great visit. Will recommend this listing to anyone that wants solitude. Only loons, an osprey, and an orange cat visited us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A private cozy getaway.

Private wooded lake access. Cozy log cabin with wood stove. Only 20 minutes to Yarmouth. Perfect place to relax with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and peaceful

Perfect spot to getaway from busy life. Very quiet and tranquil with beautiful views of the lake. Also my boyfriend had some success fishing from the shore! Great communication with the owners throughout the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marsha M.

Liked: Check-in, location
The ad advertised a bbq but there was none. Tea towels only one. One dishcloth. No facecloths. And the pots we used needed cleaning. Not the owners fault for dirty pots. The kitchen was well stocked and with treats. Lovely location. We will be back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

Beautiful spot but out of the way cottage needs some t l c floors were soft in places and the only heat source was a wood stove but no wood available first 2 night s was very hot last two nights we nearly froze
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
If you’re looking for a nice cabin in the woods this is the place! It had everything we needed except for a cheese grater! Note: not the best for people with accessibility issues as the main bed is up in the loft and you need to use a ladder. This is also an issue if you have a dog! Beds are comfortable, sheets are nice. We found there were a lot of bees but perhaps it’s just this time of year? Or a nest nearby? The view is incredible, again be warned re: accessibility going down to the water. We used the boats, were hoping to swim but lots of tall water grass and lily pads so we stayed out. The dock makes it look like it’s on the water but it’s not it’s on rocks (again perhaps time of year as the water is low?). Great communication with host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Becky J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Aunts

We tried to enjoy our stay however there was a slight aunt problem. We did let the host know and commutation was good on his end, was told they was unaware of the problem. Has told us it would be taken care of but unfortunately that didn’t help our stay. There was a few other issues but I won’t get into all that. I hate to leave a bad review but unfortunately we was very disappointed in the aunts and conditions of the place, soft floors, uneven floors and what not. We did make the most of the stay enjoyed the beautiful view, fire pit, kayaks and fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Connie P.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Review of 612 Pic a Lac , Loon Cottage

We enjoyed our stay in the cottage although this was mainly due to the friendship of the four women. The views are breathtaking in the midst of nature’s beauty. There should be better signage on the road leading to the cottage. We arrived late afternoon, GPS on but service is not the best. We drove way past the small number sign. Four women alone on a wilderness road, no phone signal, no GPS and no SOS…..scary to say the least. Upon entry to the cottage, we were hit with cold dampness. Heat source , a wood stove, no paper, no kindling inside or outside could be found. Obviously unacceptable with our damp spring NS weather. Description stated a king, a queen and a double bed. There was a king in the loft but a single bed in one bedroom and more 3/4 versus queen, in the other bedroom. Sheets and pillowcases were worn thin and nubby in places but were clean. Seating to relax for an evening would have been much more enjoyable if there had been four chairs as seating in the living room area. As it was, 2 sat on the couch, one in the recliner and one on the hard , wooden , kitchen chair. Again not ideal. Outside furniture ( chairs) were dirty and had to be cleaned before able to be used. There was no microwave, a very inexpensive item that makes it so convenient to heat up or reheat a quick bite. It should have been mentioned that phone service can be spotty at times. A bit of airing out, some kindling, would have made a big difference Would we return to Loon Cottage? No!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

This is the place for quiet solitude. Loons, songbirds and rustling leaves are the only sounds we heard. The road in is a bit rough but this rustic cottage is worth the ride. It was equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Beautiful view of the pristine lake from the front porch. The canoe wasn’t pretty, but provided us with hours of paddling pleasure. I highly recommend Loon cottage for a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Barry E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very Private Beautiful View

Very private and peaceful. Dirt road in has some rough spots. Could of used a good dusting and sweeping under furniture. Very “Rustic” …
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Evelyn S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful view

Remote, rustic cabin where bird song and wind in the trees are the only sounds you will hear. There is a spectacular view of the lake which although accessible, requires good balance over slippery rocks.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024