Magnificent Oceanfront Retreat on 100 private acres overlooking bays and islands

Digby, NS, Canada

About the property

House3000 sqft
Bedrooms5
Sleeps12

Bathrooms2
Half Baths1
Minimum Stay2 nights

Celebrate, retreat, workshop, 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, sleeps 12+, full laundry.

This grand cliffside retreat is perched high above surging Fundy and Saint Mary's Bays on Petite Passage in East Ferry. Escape to a private gated 100 acre peninsula on the ocean's edge. Seals, ospreys, bald eagles, dolphins, and even an occasional whale will greet you each day. Relax and entertain from a gourmet kitchen with Jenn-aire range, eat-at bar, open concept dining and living rooms featuring a massive fieldstone fireplace and a soaring window wall framing panoramic views of Petit Passage, Long Island, and St. Mary's Bay. Lounge on the deck or retreat to the shaded covered porch overlooking the surf below. Refresh yourselves in stone tiled baths with full laundry. Sleeps 12, with plenty of room for family and friends. Sandy beaches for beachcombing and a freshwater lake with picnic areas are just a short drive. Catch fresh fish for dinner, gather mussels at low tide, or buy lobster and seafood from a local lobsterman. Interested in organizing a team building retreat, workshop, or hands on private cooking classes with fresh local ingredients? Call Chris at 1-207-653-3163 and leave a message and number for callback. Avoid phishing, DO NOT send or wire money to anyone you haven't spoken to directly...for ANY reason, ESPECIALLY if they assure you it's perfectly safe! We look forward to serving your maritime vacation needs!

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Chris Toy

Owner

1-207-653-3163

Welcome to the perfect private oceanfront setting : Your private, gated 100 acre oceanfront peninsula awaits you and up to 9 invited guests for an unforgettable Nova Scotia holiday, celebration, meeting or reunion. This contemporary luxury estate is designed to provide expansive views of St. Mary's Bay, Petit Passage, Long Island, and Fundy Bay. It has been host to reunions, retreats, corporate meetings, family reunions, special birthdays (a 90th year celebration!), Thanksgiving (Canadian and American), Labor Day, and even a few small weddings! It comfortably sleeps 10 people with plenty of room inside and outside for everyone to gather or for everyone to get away from one another for some quiet reflection and relaxation. Although there is not a sandy beach on the property there are several nearby, perfect for beachcombing for treasures to take home to remember your maritime vacation.

When you're ready to explore you will have miles of woodland trails and the rocky shores of the property. Nearby you'll have access to sandy beaches for swimming and beach combing, whale watching, fresh seafood markets and restaurants, and world class birding.

We look forward to being your personal connection for a wonderful maritime vacation!

Please note that we rent by the week during the high season from July - August.

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Chris Toy

Review from Jill in ME: Dear Chris,

Just got back from a week at the house, I'm all ready for work to begin. Drifting off to sleep to the sound of the waves after a day of exploring along the rocks, visiting with the seals, whale watching, or just watching the sun set and the moon rise was just perfect! The memories will keep me until my next vacation. Reserve the third week in July for me for next year.

Thanks again,

Jill

Review from Dee Sordillo in MA: I've re-read my journal - and my memory and my recorded word match. Both my husband and I were speechless on first seeing the location. We arrived in the dead of night and found the rooms warm and very welcoming, immaculate and every comfort item covered. But - the best awaited til morning. The spectacular view takes your breath away Every morning the same vantage point gives a totally different view and feel. My pictures cannot express the beauty. Enjoy - Enjoy - Enjoy Dee Sordillo

P.S

If you are a seafood lover, especially haddock - you'll think you are in heaven.

Owner

Chris

Member Since 2006

Response rate:
100%

Response time:
within a few hours

Speaks:
english

Calendar last updated:
Mar 25, 2018

About Chris

There's nothing quite as satisfying as sharing things you love with those you love. Great places, great food, great times, with great people. That's what Seal Point is all about! Oh, about me...I am an educator and educational consultant. I teach educational leadership, teambuilding and cooking. You can learn more about me at christoy.net. Or you can friend me on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/christoy.net

Chris purchased this House in 2005

Why Chris chose Digby County

Location location location! Because of where it is...At the end of the mainland. The house was specifically designed to maximize the location. When you sit in the great room, in the dining room, on the deck, or even as you open your eyes in the morning, you'll see and hear the ocean...every day. At night you'll see the stars, and if the moon is out you'll see it's reflection on the water...That is, when you look away from the crackling fire in the massive fireplace defined by its solid hand hewn timber mantle salvaged from an historic barn.

What makes this House unique

A gated entry to the private peninsula. Your own seal colony just steps away, private forest paths along the rocky seaside cliffs, a gourmet kitchen, huge dining area that comfortably seats everyone plus a lucky guest or two, an even larger deck, and enough space so everyone can be together or alone as they choose. We've even seen a whale or two from the deck swimming along Petite Passage among the dolphins and seals.

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Amenities

Internet
Heater
Fireplace
Satellite or Cable
Kids Welcome
Washer & Dryer
Parking
TV
No Smoking

Bedrooms

5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12

first floor king
1 king, ocean view
first floor queen
1 queen, forest view
second floor queen
1 queen, ocean view
second floor full
1 double, ocean view
second floor full
2 double, ocean view

All bedrooms have large closets, bureaus, and night stands. Each is large enough to have comfortable sitting areas. Four bedrooms have ocean views. One has a peaceful woodland view.

Bathrooms

2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath

first floor bath and laundry
toilet, half bath with full laundry
second floor bath
toilet, tub, shower, shower and slipper tub
first floor full bath
toilet, shower, tiled walk in glass block shower

Each floor has a full bath. The first floor full bath has a large walk in glass block and stone tiled shower. The half bath on the first floor has a full sized washer and dryer. The second floor bath has a stone lined shower and a slipper tub.

Location Type

Beach
There are several sand and pebble beaches nearby (walking or driving) for beach combing. There's also a fresh water provincial park and picnic area about 15 minutes drive.
Lake
Lake Midway Provincial Park is 15 minutes away. It has a picnic area and swim float. It is perfect for warm fresh water swimming, boating, picnics, and fishing, with a license.
Oceanfront
All but one of the five bedrooms has ocean views. The great room, dining room, and kitchen have ocean views, as does the house's full length deck.
Rural
This is definitely a 'getaway' with minimum light pollution, no traffic sounds, or distractions from the sounds of the seals, birds, ocean, wind, fishing boats, and an occasional foghorn.
Village
There are small villages nearby, several within an hour's drive. Digby has shops and restaurants. Annapolis Royal has more variety with beautiful public gardens, a farmer's market and historic sites
Waterfront
Wooded trails along cliffs to seal colony. Tide pools, coves, and natural basalt stone staircases lead to the water's edge. Care should be taken, especially during wet and windy weather.
Waterfront
You're on the ocean. The only way to get closer is to be in a boat or swimming with the seals!

Theme

Adventure
Away From It All
Family
Romantic
Sports & Activities
Tourist Attractions

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Laundry Soap
Activities Guide
Ceiling Fans
Clothes Dryer
Filtered Water
Fireplace
Firewood can be purchased in Digby or on the drive to the house. Our caretaker Neil may have dry wood for sale!
Garage
Hair Dryer
Heating
Oil fired furnace is on a thermostat for first floor. Electric baseboards on the second floor if needed. Be sure to turn heat off upon departure.
Internet
4G wireless available for email and browsing websites. Not intended for streaming!
Alarm Clock
Linens Provided
Living Room
Living room-great room is open concept connecting dining room eat-at bar and kitchen for group gatherings.
Local Activities Guide
Local Maps
Local Restaurant Guide
Parking
Parking Off Street
Toilet Paper
Towels Provided
Washing Machine

Kitchen

Microwave
Countertop microwave
Coffee Maker
There is a coffee maker. Please provide your own favorite brew.
Dishes & Utensils
Enough to feed a dozen and even some daily guests.
Dishwasher
Kitchen
Large fully equipped kitchen. Eat-at bar for entertaining and sampling. Unlike many rentals there are enough plates, bowls, and utensils for visiting guests.
Lobster Pot
Cooking Utensils
Pots and pans to prepare any feast!
Oven
full sized
Pantry Items
Please provide you own food and drinks.
Refrigerator
filtered water.
Stove
Jenn-Air downdraft glasstop electric range.
Stove

Dining

Child's Highchair
Dining Room
comfy seating for 12 people

Entertainment

Games for Kids
Books
dozens of titles for all interests
Books for Kids
CD Player
DVD Player
Dozens of DVDs to choose from
Foosball
Games
board games available
Books for Adults
Radio
Satellite / Cable
Stereo
A variety of Music is available via satellite TV stations
Television
There is satellite TV at the house. The TV also serves as a monitor for viewing dozens of tapes and DVDs. The Satellite TV includes numerous music stations.
VCR
Video Library
Dozens of videos to choose from!

Outside

Binoculars
Deck / Patio
Gated Community
Lawn / Garden
Porch / Veranda
Unscreened Porch / Veranda
Walkway to Water
Wood Deck

Suitability

Long-term Renters Welcome
Low Allergen Environment
suitable for elderly or infirm
wheelchair inaccessible

Attractions

arboretum
autumn foliage
bay/sound
churches
festivals
forests
museums
pond
restaurants
winery tours

Leisure Activities

antiquing
beachcombing
bird watching
eco tourism
photography
scenic drives
sight seeing
walking
whale watching

Sports & Adventure Activities

pier fishing
cycling
fishing
fly fishing
freshwater fishing
golf
hiking
hunting
ice skating
mountain biking
deepsea fishing
rafting
sailing
scuba diving or snorkeling
snorkeling
sound/bay fishing
surf fishing
surfing
swimming
tennis
wind-surfing

Notes

There are private nature trails along the shore that will take you to the seal colony and ocean. These are deer trails and are not suitable for very small children, unchaperoned pre-adolescents or infirm adults. There are three sandy beaches within a ten minute drive. There is a fresh water beach and picnic area located at a provincial park about 15 minutes away. There are several good places to fish nearby. Petit Passage Whale Watching is literally minutes away. The cafe has great chowder and fresh seafood. Brier Island Nature preserve is nearby Balance Rock nature trail is very close by as well. The historic towns of Digby, Annapolis Royal, and Yarmouth are short day-trips featuring public gardens, restaurants and shops. The owners have prepared an updated three ring binder of brochures and menus for renters use.

House Rules

Check-in: 4:00 PM

Check-out: 9:00 AM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.

22 Reviews

Wonderful4.9/5

Latest reviews

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Family Reunion at Seal Point

4/5

Stayed Aug 2017

Rick M.Ottawa, ON, Canada

Nice house, great location right on the water. Big open concept kitchen, dining room, family room can easily accommodate a large . A huge veranda with an incredible view can also accommodate 10 to 12 people easily. The house was clean and it was a very smooth move in and move out with easy access to a house keeper for some problem issues.

There were a few problems, not having access to a BBQ was problematic for us since we were depending on it for meal preparation. Wifi was very spotty, ice maker was broken, some of the cookware and utensils need to be replaced.

In case someone asks, access to the path which leads to the seal colony is located on the right of the house when looking at it from the water. The trail head is marked with a buoy hanging on a post.

Overall it was a good experience, I would do a return stay and will recommend.

A nice family getaway.

3/5

Stayed Aug 2017

Elena D.

The property is lovely, and being a bit outside of Digby was also great. It felt totally removed and because of that, on clear nights, the stars were the most spectacular that any of us had ever seen.

We enjoyed the open layout of the house, the huge deck, and the stunning views.

That being said, there were thing that weren't perfect.

The supply of basic kitchen utensils, like cutting boards was poor, and the cleaning detail was spotty. We spent a fair bit of time cleaning, redoing laundry, and organizing the home once we got there.

Most notably, there were NO window coverings upstairs at all, which made putting little ones down for mid day naps, or sleeping in impossible. Bring your sleeping masks!

Having more than one hair dryer for a house sleeping 11, would have also been nice.

Overall though, it was a wonderful experience, we just think there could be a few easy tweaks that could make the home a better rental.

Owner's Response:

Thanks for the feedback. We'll be sure to add more hair dryers and some curtains upstairs. We'll check with housekeeping to see if the clothes washer is in good working order. Glad to hear the location worked well for you and your family.

Great, clean house with amazing property and view!

5/5

Stayed Jul 2017

Pete H.

Great place to spend our first week ever in Nova Scotia! The house was clean, ready and came with plenty of recommendations and instructions on how to make the most of our stay. Lots of space for parents, kids and teenagers to spend time alone and great areas for coming together to hang out. The porch was a religious experience. Every room comes with a great view and we didn't even mind a few days of fog because it just made the sunshine that much more spectacular. Communication was great and we LOVED the privacy. All the luxuries of home in a spot surrounded by the wonders of nature. Highly recommended!

Owner's Response:

So pleased you and your family enjoyed your time at Seal Point House! It really is a magical place. Hope to see you next year. The seals, eagles, and whales will be waiting!

Amazing vacation home!

5/5

Stayed Aug 2014

Tanga D.Brockport, NY

The house is absolutely beautiful! Exactly as described. The views are stunning and it is totally private. Our family of 6 - 2 adults and 4 children - had a wonderful time. We saw eagles and seals right in front of the house. The boys went fishing almost every day and gathered fresh mussels and clams right in front of the house. We went on a whale watch (leaves from the dock about 5 minutes away) and saw 12 whales! You even get up pretty close to them. Horseback riding was only about an hour away and the town of Digby is about a 35 - 40 minute drive. There are some cute little restaurants and shops along with a couple of grocery stores and banking right in Digby. You can also get fresh scallops in Digby and lobsters right from the dock by the house. There are lots of places to go hiking and a nice sand beach about 15 minutes away. The house is very well equipped and the beds are very comfortable. We would definitely recommend this house and will return for sure! Chris is awesome to work with and will answer any questions quickly. Thanks for a wonderful vacation!

Owner's Response:

Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at Seal Point House! The whales, seals, and eagles will be waiting for your next visit!

Beautuful Spot

5/5

Stayed Oct 2012

Harry E.

My wife and I, my four children (Edmonton, NYC, Uxbridge, Dartmouth), their three spouses, and my 9 grandchildren spent 6 days at this beautiful spacious house. Enjoyed the walk to Seal Point several times - always plenty of seals to watch. View is amazing! Balancing rock a short ferry ride away. This house has all the facilities you may require, never ran out of dishes or glasses. Thanks for a very enjoyable family reunion.

Beautiful

5/5

Stayed Jul 2011

Jean B.Philadelphia, PA

After a drive down a dirt road, we were pleasantly surprised to find this beautiful home overlooking St. Mary's Bay. If you are looking for peace, quiet, and beautiful sunsets this is the place for you. The house is large, nicely appointed and taken care of.

A few mornings the house was surrounded by puffy fog but after driving a few miles (to about Sandy Cove), the fog lifted and we found a sunny day awaiting us. The ferry to Long Island and Balancing Rock is very close by and don't forget to take the next ferry to Brier's Island and a very picturesque lighthouse. There is a very good whale watch outfit here, too. About 30 miles away is Digby and scallops, scallops, scallops. Wonderful!

I highly recommend this home for anyone interested in total relaxation. Whether you use it as a base to travel the area or prop up your feet on the deck and read or watch the tides come in and recede, this is a wonderful home.

Owner's Response:

We're very pleased you enjoyed the house and the grounds and look forward to serving your coastal vacation plans in the future! Thank you for visiting Seal Point House.

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Location

Digby, NS, Canada

So many ways to enjoy a Maritime vacation from your amazing private oceanfront estate! Catch fresh fish, gather fresh mussels, buy lobsters and scallops from local fishermen, go to nearby restaurants, or cook in the gourmet kitchen. Explore tide pools for days. Curious seals will be watching! Beach combing is 15 minutes away at three sandy beaches. A fresh water beach is close by. Brier Island has world class birding. At Balance Rock nature trail, see the house across the bay from the observation deck! Theater, golf, shopping, restaurants, historic sites, and public gardens are day trips to Digby and Annapolis Royal. Each season enjoy Digby Scallop Days, Bear River Cherry Festival, and Acadian Festivals. At the end of the day visit with friends by the fire, watch the moon over the bay, curl up with a book, or drift off to the sound of surf. With plenty of room for 12 there's space for family events as well as quiet privacy. Come stay a while and collect a lifetime of memories! Other Activities: whale watching, birding, eco-tourism, amazing sunsets

Availability

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Rate is in USD

$500avg/night

22 Reviews

Wonderful 4.9/5

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