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Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #13377

Nova Scotia's Premier Oceanfront Vacation Rental

Location: Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada (Highland Heart of NS: 2 hrs to Halifax - 1/2 hour to Cape Br)

Accommodations: Secluded Custom-Designed House - 5 Bedrooms + Attached Unit - 4.5 Baths - (Sleeps 10-16)

Antigonish Nova Scotia Canada Vacation Tourism
Spectecular Custom-Designed Oceanfront Mansion - Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Vacation Rental & Tourism - Spectacular Custom-Designed Oceanfront Mansion! Antigonish Nova Scotia Canada Vacation Tourism

Spectecular Custom-Designed Oceanfront Mansion - Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Vacation Rental & Tourism - Spectacular Custom-Designed Oceanfront Mansion!

Antigonish Nova Scotia Canada Vacation Tourism

Dar Ix-Xemx, Maltese for House of the Sun, is a luxurious retreat nestled in a three-acre ash grove perched above Antigonish Harbour, a picturesque tidal bay that flows from the Atlantic Ocean on the northeastern shore of Nova Scotia.

I designed the house to capture the many moods of the sun as they change throughout the day. Most of the main spaces, including the deck, face the west, perfect for watching the sun sink over the bay while sipping an aperitif. More than 50 large windows and 21 skylights offer stunning views and create an atmosphere as close to nature as is possible indoors!

Strolling through the front door:

The main floor is 1500-square-feet of open-concept living that revolves around the kitchen, the traditional focus of Maritime homes. I love to cook and I think it shows. The only “wall” in the kitchen is a bank of windows that overlooks the bay. Solid maple countertops measuring 35 feet - including one just for baking - snake around the room.

Quality appliances include a Jenn-air convection stove, built-in refrigerator and freezer, dishwasher, trash compactor and a gas BBQ. You’re sure to find most equipment you need and some extras, like a pasta maker and an antique Italian cappuccino machine. When you’ve finished preparing your feast, you can eat in the kitchen or at the table in the window-flanked dining room.

The kitchen flows into the sunroom which, facing south and west, is plastered wall and ceiling with oversize windows and skylights. The room stays relatively cool in the summer without air conditioning, as does the rest of the house. Even in the winter the room feels cozy, due to a radiant in-floor heating system.

I have furnished the house with old materials wherever practical. Wide antique boards panel most of the floors. Doors are 150-year-old solid refinished wood. Many light fixtures are antique too, as is most of the furniture. Original artwork adorns the few walls not occupied by windows.

Adjacent to the sunroom, I designed the oversize living room for relaxation. Furnished with overstuffed, leather couches and an authentic Persian rug, it’s a great place to host an impromptu Scrabble tournament. On crisper evenings, throw a few logs in the Vermont Castings stove and settle in to watch a film or satellite TV. A hidden entertainment centre holds a TV, DVD/CD player, VCR and record and audio cassette players. Five speakers provide surround sound for a theatre effect. There are also speakers in the dining room and on the main deck. Videos and music are provided. Popcorn and popper too – check the kitchen!

Also located on the main floor is a combination pantry and laundry room and a walk-in coatroom to shed sandy shoes and other bits after a satisfying stroll on the beach.

Taking it to the next level:

Upstairs are three comfortable bedrooms. The master bedroom is a spacious open-concept retreat unique in design. Awaken to forest and ocean views from eight windows. Built into the room is an antique claw-footed pedestal bath – ideally positioned to watch the sun take its evening dip in the bay, perhaps after you do! Also integrated into the main space is a European-style bathroom with a washbasin and toilet. There is a walk-in shower with five windows and a skylight, too. The queen-size bed is wrought iron and comes with the softest sheets imaginable. The rest of the furniture is antique. Two generous step-in closets and a comfortable reading nook complete the room.

The second bedroom has a double bed and faces west, overlooking the water. The third bedroom has two single beds and overlooks the landscaped front garden. Each has ample closet space. They share a full bathroom.

If more bedroom space is required two private, fully self-contained apartment-suites are available for rent during the summer months. Each comes with a fully-equipped kitchen and private bathroom. The bedrooms and the living rooms have beautiful views of the water through large, full-size windows. Each bedroom has a queen or double bed and a full closet. There is also a futon in each living room for additional sleeping space. A generous deck graces the sunset side of each apartment. The apartments are located below the main floor and each entrance is completely private and secluded. The suites can also be kept unoccupied to ensure your complete seclusion.

Lastly, additional hangers-on (!) can be further accommodated on the pullout couch in the Sunroom or on blowup mattresses that can be made available. There is also the option of renting one of my neighbouring properties which allows large, multi-party groups to be accommodated while giving each party space and privacy.

Another unique feature is an indoor observation deck, inspired by the balcony terraces of Parisian apartments. It sits on a level of its own, 40 feet up. Eat breakfast a deux and enjoy expansive views of the harbour. If you’re lucky, you may glimpse a seal or one of the eagles that nest on the bay’s islands!

Moving outside:

Back downstairs, a tri-level deck hugs the sunset sides of the house. Nestled in the corner is a large, cedar-lined hot tub, perfect for stargazing or melting those after-hike kinks. On a clear night, you can trace entire constellations and shooting stars. The deck has a custom built picnic table and a cushioned patio set for al fresco dining and relaxing. On lazy days, hammocks can be strung from hooks on the upper deck and front porch. A smaller lower “breakfast” deck is protected from the occasional chill of early morning breezes.

I am pleased to offer the use of a 19-foot sailboat. You're also welcome to cruise with me on my classic Bristol 30 sloop. Two canoes, four kayaks and a row-boat are available, too.

Welcome to my home. Awaiting you at check-in is a basket of wine and cheese and a friendly smile, Nova Scotia style. Be my guest and be prepared for an unforgettable vacation stay!

Antigonish Nova Scotia Canada Vacation Tourism
Antigonish Nova Scotia Canada Vacation Tourism
Antigonish Nova Scotia Canada Vacation Tourism Enjoy the large eat-in kitchen (foreground) and sunroom (background) - Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Vacation Rental & Tourism - Spectacular Custom-Designed Oceanfront Mansion!

Enjoy the large eat-in kitchen (foreground) and sunroom (background) - Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Vacation Rental & Tourism - Spectacular Custom-Designed Oceanfront Mansion!

Antigonish Nova Scotia Canada Vacation Tourism
Amenities: Amenities: Fireplace, outdoor hot tub, TV, VCR, stereo, DVD/CD player, fully stocked kitchen, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, freezer, phone, Internet access, linens, washer and dryer, gas grill. Most pets permitted by prior arrangement. Note: Please click on the URL below for more details and photos.

Pet Friendly

Activities (on site or nearby): Venturing into adventure: Nearby activities abound – hike pristine trails, cook lobster on the beach, swim the warmest waters north of North Carolina, check out summer theatre and tour an award winning vineyard. Wonderful day trips, too: hike the spectacular Cape Breton Highlands, watch whales and tour fishing villages. Halifax, Atlantic Canada's largest city, is only two hours away. Activities (on site or nearby): Hiking, golf, sailing, kayaking, canoeing, biking, swimming, snorkeling and diving, shelling, horseback riding, fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, tennis, racquetball, fitness centre, miniature golf, shopping, restaurants, theatre, cinema, museums


Rates (in Canadian Dollars ): Personal Currency Assistant
Credit Cards Accepted: Rent Vacation Rentals with Visa Rent Vacation Rentals with MasterCard
Apr 01-May 30 .. $1375/wk     | Jun 01-Jun 23 .. $1975/wk
June 24 to Sept 05.. $3475/wk  | Sep 06-Sep 30 .. $2275/wk
Oct 01-Dec 18... $1475/wk  | Christmas/New Years $250/nt.. $1675/wk
Attached Apartments (each): Jul-Aug ...$135/nt - Other Times... $95/nt
Most pets very welcome:$20/nt($10/nt/other pet)Fully enclosed deck available
All Rentals require a $500 Fully Refundable Damage Deposit and $135 cleaning fee
The rental charge includes all linens, terry cloth bathrobes, etc...
Groups larger than 8 (16 with both apts)require an additional $100/wk//son.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

Antigonish Nova Scotia Canada Vacation Tourism
Watch a perfect sunset from the deck... or when strolling by the shoreline - Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Vacation Rental & Tourism - Spectacular Custom-Designed Oceanfront Mansion! Antigonish Nova Scotia Canada Vacation Tourism

Watch a perfect sunset from the deck... or when strolling by the shoreline - Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Vacation Rental & Tourism - Spectacular Custom-Designed Oceanfront Mansion!

Antigonish Nova Scotia Canada Vacation Tourism

Dates available: April to December. Long-Term Winter Rates Available (Jan to Apr)
Phone: (902) 863-2829 (Nova Scotia, Canada)
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Antigonish Nova Scotia Canada Vacation Tourism



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