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Adventure Awaits at Salt & Tide Ocean Retreat

Vacation home in Blandford with kitchen and fireplace

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Ocean Views of the Tancook Islands in the Mahone Bay
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61728 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hubbards, NS
  • Place, Heritege Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Place, Bayers Lake Business Park
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Adventure Awaits at Salt & Tide Ocean Retreat

Escape to peaceful coastal living at this charming vacation home in Blandford, where ocean views and tranquil sunsets await. Perfect for families or small groups, the home features four bedrooms, two full baths, and a spacious eat-in kitchen fully equipped with cooking essentials. Step onto the back deck to grill or unwind while the kids explore the expansive yard in one of the top places to stay in Nova Scotia.

The cozy den features a wood-burning fireplace for the ideal fall and winter getaway, offering a serene spot to relax and reflect after a day of adventure. You’ll love falling asleep to the sound of waves from the two ocean-view bedrooms.

Just steps from a quiet pebble beach, enjoy bonfires under the stars, and experience the breathtaking scenery of the Tancook Islands and Oak Island across the bay. Bayswater Beach is a quick five-minute drive, and a local restaurant are a one-minute walk away.

Explore the South Shore with ease—bike along the trails, spend a day at one of the sandy beaches, charter a boat, or ferry to the Tancook islands. Lunenburg, Chester, and Halifax are all nearby, offering endless possibilities for day trips.

Unwind in this tranquil Nova Scotian vacation home rental. Book your stay today and experience the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure with a homey touch to ensure your stay is seamless.
Nova Scotia Tourism member STR2526D6542
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Reminder that the cleaner will arrive at 10am, unless late checkout has been provided.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR2526D6542

About the neighborhood

Blandford

Located in Blandford, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. Swiss Air Flight 111 Memorial Bayswater and Lordly House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Deep Cove Conservation Lands and Bayswater Beach Provincial Park.
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Hubbards, NS

What's nearby

  • Heritege Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dalhousie University - 52 min drive - 86.5 km
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 52 min drive - 87.2 km
  • Dartmouth Crossing - 55 min drive - 93.6 km
  • Bayers Lake Business Park - 58 min drive - 77.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck Convenience and Grocery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Stretch Diner - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Deep Cove Aqua Farms Ltd - ‬3 min drive
  • Carolyn's Cafe
  • ‪Doris's Diner - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adventure Awaits at Salt & Tide Ocean Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Adventure Awaits at Salt & Tide Ocean Retreat?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adventure Awaits at Salt & Tide Ocean Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adventure Awaits at Salt & Tide Ocean Retreat located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Heritege Park and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Deep Cove Conservation Lands. Swiss Air Flight 111 Memorial Bayswater and Bayswater Beach Provincial Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 64 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The property is well maintained, clean, had a fully stocked kitchen, towel and linens which was great for reducing luggage on the plane. If you want to do a variety of activities outside of Halifax we found this as a great location - everything we wanted to do was pretty much within an hour!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The home has everything you need, from all the basic essentials and more, to fantastic views. This was a great hub to take off from to visit all that Nova Scotia has to offer.The host was super great to work with too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie E.

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

Nova Scotia stay

This property is delightful; clean and very well equipped and we loved the view. It was a great spot from which to explore Halifax and the South shore area of Nova Scotia.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped and appointed. The house was very comfortable and exceeded our expectations. Nice property, would highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Perfect Getaway

Cottage is beautiful and well located to visit many desirable destinations.Cottage is extremely well appointed and so well stocked all we needed was clothes and toothbrushes.We will be back
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Family wedding

Absolutely beautiful property, & a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fabulous experience. I stayed here with my sisters for 4 nights. A beautiful home with a stunning eye for detail everywhere. Spotlessly clean and everything you could hope for. Excellent outside space with gorgeous sun sets and views. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay! Two adults and two kids were very comfortable in this coastal home... of course the beautiful weather helped. The home had everything we needed and more. And the drive into nearby Chester, Mahone Bay, Lunenburg and Halifax are all very short and scenic. We would recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home, comfortable and lovely, artsy decor. Well stocked with supplies. Nice view of Chester Basin. Beach not suitable for walking but otherwise everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

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

Thumbs Up

This was a wonderful property for our family vacation. The house is located in a beautiful area and is in great condition. Our host was very easy to deal with when we had questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis H.

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

Nice rental

Beautiful location with all you could need. Owner was easily reachable and the kitchen was stock with the essentials. Rooms were excellent and home was nicely decorated. Highly recommend this
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael c.

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

Ocean side paradise

Andrew was a wonderful host. He was very responsive throughout our stay.The property was cozy, well-stocked, and had the perfect layout for spending time with friends. We particularly enjoyed our bonfires in the evening.Salt and Tide is a very special place and we'll be back.
Dining table
Bonfire at the back yard
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roch L.

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

great property

Loved the house, the location and everything else.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous home on Nova Scotia’s south shore! Easy access to Halifax (1 hour), Hubbards (20 min), Chester (20 min) and Lunenburg (1 hour). We were visiting for a family wedding at Hubbards Barn. The house was perfect and exactly as shown in the pictures. The host was very responsive to our questions and allowed an early check in which we appreciated given long flights to get there. The house is extremely well equipped.
Enjoying the backyard!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Excellent

Thank you for the wonderful experience. The property was great and the family was really pleased with the location and the experience staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spotless clean, everything you need. Bays Water Beach 7 minute drive. Chester 25 min drive for groceries and spirits. The place is beautifully decorated with a seascape theme. Back yard is gorgeous. Our only regret was not being able to have an outdoor fire in that firepit. We respect the Nova Scotia fire burn and all those affected. The place would be a beautiful fall escape. We have great weather here in the fall and I think the fire ban will be lifted.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn k., Aylesford, ns

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

Beautiful home

Stayed for Thanksgiving this weekend (6 adults) and it was fantastic. It was perfect, spotlessly clean,nicely decorated and had a wonderful view of the ocean. Host was very helpful and responsive. Would 100% recommend this fabulous spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

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

Beautiful home, wonderful host

This was a beautiful home - perfect for a relaxing weekend escape. Jane was a lovely host and responded immediately to any questions we had. Well equipped kitchen and cozy bedrooms. Couldn’t have asked for more. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

The white cape

It was beautiful and serene the perfect place to relax after a day worth of sight seeing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley G.

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

Wonderful place for a family vacation

We spent two weeks here in July. It is ideally located for trips into Halifax, Lunenburg, Mahone Bay and Chester. Also close to the excellent Rumrunners trail for biking and running. This is easily the best Vrbo house we have stayed at- beautifully decorated and stocked with every item you could think of from olive oil to bandaids, and the owner is very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

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

Family Reunion

This property was perfect. Every detail for comfort was taken care of. It is spacious, clean, well stocked in every way and the decor is fabulous.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Great stay!

We traveled to explore a bit of my families roots to Mahone Bay Area. Enjoyed Chester. Blandford as well ! The white cape was the perfect spot, well appointed and relaxing to come back to and just hang out. Wish we had more time ! Thank you for a great stay! We will be back !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herbert W.

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

Beautiful home

Very clean, quiet property. Good view! The decorating is outstanding. Easy to get to Lunnenburg, Mahone Bay, Peggy's Cove & Halifax

10/10 Excellent

Drew B., Cambridge, ON, Canada

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

Beautiful Property

The house was beautiful from the outside and pretty nice inside. The colour scheme was coordinated throughout and tastefully decorated. The home was well stocked to make our stay feel most comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Excellent in all respects

Despite Fiona everything was done to make our stay in a wonderful area as good as possible. Couldn’t be more pleased with everything that was done by hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Andrew Morrisey

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Just like you I love to travel a few times a year and book almost all of our vacation stays using sites like VRBO. We love the summertime in Nova Scotia and our family are avid sailors. I have also competed internationally with sailboat races from Boston to Halifax, New Port RI to Bermuda and from Halifax to the French island of Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We have also spent several summers racing the waters in front of our new Cape Cod as part of the annual Chester Race week.

Why they chose this property

My wife and I have been acquiring income properties over the past decade and discovered that we both love doing renovations, designs and decorating. In fact we designed and built our own home in 2015 in the Halifax area and got the itch in 2017 for more design and construction work which led us to purchasing this Cape Cod in Blandford.

We have fully renovated the main floors putting in Birch hardwood, ceramic tiles, 3 completely new bathrooms, all new doors, a few new windows, new shingles and took out a couple of walls to open up the place. The furniture is a combination of new contemporary pieces with some antiques from our family.

We are also avid followers of the infamous Oak Island Treasure Hunt and coincidently the day we were in Chester purchasing the double vanity for the main floor bathroom we saw Dave Blankenship in the store picking up supplies.

What makes this property unique

Nova Scotia is beautiful any time of the year but the summers and fall are even more special because you can enjoy the ocean. There are several white sandy beaches nearby where you can play in the waves or body surf. Kayaking, sailing, fishing and power boating are also available.

Our place faces south west so you can watch the terrific sunsets from our beach or balcony.

Two doors over is the local restaurant called The Deck. The kids will love taking a walk over in the afternoon to get an ice cream cone.

Our surrounding neighbours in Blandford are boat builders, sail makers, a jeweler and pottery makers. You can't get any more east coast than that.

Languages:

English, French

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