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2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water!

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A wooden deck with black Adirondack chairs and a table, overlooking a lake with boats and a forested shoreline.
A modern kitchen with a white brick fireplace, wooden flooring, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table with chairs.
A house with a dock extending into a lake, surrounded by dense trees.
A spacious living room with a dining area, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Waverley, NS
  • Place, Lake Thomas
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Waverley Heritage Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Shubie Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (guest house)

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water!

This private lakeside cottage on a peninsula is surrounded by 800 feet of water frontage on Lake William and has been chosen as one of Vrbo's 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year! This property can comfortably accommodate up to 8 guests with 4 queen beds located in the 3 upstairs bedrooms...or up to 10 guests with our separate Guesthouse*. Spend your days enjoying the warm water and evenings connecting with others by the outside fire. The basement offers bar and table seating, as well as a shuffleboard. Airport and downtown are only 20 minutes away. Groceries/Costco is a 12-minute drive.
*Guesthouse offers a private 4th bedroom and is only included with bookings of 9-10 guests.
*Guesthouse may already be booked for some dates. If so, then the main cottage will only allow bookings of 8 guests.
*If at the time of booking, the guesthouse is not booked, then the guesthouse will automatically be blocked off by the host to prevent additional outside guest bookings.
*Guests with mobility issues may want to also book the guesthouse (only 2 steps), as the 3 bedrooms in the main cottage are on the second floor. Please contact the host if booking the guesthouse, as additional fees would apply.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 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 to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Lock the doors
Please gather all used towels and place them in the main floor tub.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR2627A2879
Property # 9720511
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Waverley

Located in Waverley, this cottage is on the waterfront. Halifax Citadel and Angus L. Macdonald Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Laurie Provincial Park and Bennery Lake Nature Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Scotiabank Centre or Zatzman Sportsplex. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Waverley, NS

What's nearby

  • Lake Thomas - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Waverley Heritage Museum - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Shubie Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Miller Lake - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Dartmouth Crossing - 10 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 28 min drive
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Shubie Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Dartmouth Crossing and Burncoat Head Park. Bedford Place Mall and Lake Banook Trail Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay in Waverly. The home was beautiful, peaceful, and the perfect home base for exploring all that Nova Scotia has to offer. Chris was a fantastic host — warm, welcoming, extremely responsive, and very easy to communicate with. We’d absolutely recommend this stay and would happily come back!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great, it was really well setup and had everything we needed to make food there during our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
absolutely amazing--so much fun --great location near halifaxBe sure to save time to chill at the property---great swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking---go to flatrock for sure
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil lake vacation

Beautiful property with all the comforts of home. Everything needed to enjoy time with family and friends. Great location for day trips. Chris was an excellent host with great communication in a timely fashion. Wonderful stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2025
Thank you for staying with us Eileen. We really appreciated your taking such good care of our cottage and hope that you will come back to visit NS again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A memorable vacation

We went there to celebrate our golden anniversary with the family and it was truly a memorable occasion. The Host was amazing and was a great trip
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was everything we had hoped for. Chris was a very pleasant and gracious host that greeted us upon arrival to give us a tour and helpful information. The location was perfect for our vacation as we were close enough to towns for access to groceries, restaurants, etc. but far enough away where it was incredibly beautiful and peaceful. We highly recommend!
View from side of boathouse
Sunset from main decj
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for leaving our cottage spotless. Hope to see you again🙂
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

The property was as advertised and Chris was an excellent host. The location is beautiful, cottage is great and you have the benefit of a quiet cottage experience with the convenience of everything you could possibly need just 16 minutes away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Great hosts with an adorable dog. The view was incredible. The welcome gifts were lovely and so useful. The extras left in house by hosts were unexpected and luxurious. It was a perfect place to share with people we love.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2025
Thank you for choosing our cottage to spend your vacation with loved ones. It was pleasure meeting all of you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

End of season family vacation

Chris was the consummate host and the property is simply stunning. All the amenities were provided, and there couldn’t be a more special location. Thank you so much for making our family vacation possible.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded Expectations!

We loved everything about this property and experience! From amazing communication with the hosts to a very well appointed home and stunning lake.. this rental experience was one of our favourite yet!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Apartment

The apartment was amazing and in a great location in town. There were many, many steps though so travel as light as possible. Perfect in every other way. `
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent property

This is a great property from a stay and enjoy the place option, to a jumping off point to see Nova Scotia.The house is very comfortable and the hosts go above and beyond to make your stay is all that you hoped for. The place is well stocked, including snacks, coffee and condiments. The beds are comfortable. and the setting is wonderful. Halifax is nearby. Highways to take you anywhere are only minutes away.I have had many VRBO experiences and I have never dealt with a better host.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely weekend getaway

My friends and I had such a lovely weekend getaway at the Waverley Cottage! Even though the weather didn’t cooperate, we enjoyed kayaking in the rain, playing games inside and BBQ dinners. Chris was an amazing host and offered so many extra touches throughout the cottage that made the stay stand out. There were mini toiletries available in case you forgot anything, a thoughtful snack bundle and fresh towels & chocolates on each bed. This truly was a 5-star getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your stay. Though the weather wasn’t ideal, I’m so glad to hear that you all enjoyed your time at our cottage. Please come visit us again. 🙂
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for your family

Please refer to the 5star ratings above and multiply by 20!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun, 2024
Thank you for staying at our property on Lake William. We hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Waverly

Great no problems at all. Hosts were very attentive and helped anyway possible. From greeting us and showing property to advising on things like restaurants and golf.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation Day

Fantastic spot. We had a great visit to Halifax for our daughters graduation. The location was perfect and the house was amazing, easily accommodating 8 of us, and providing a special spot for family gatherings. Thanks so much. Keith
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

We could not have asked for a better host and property. The cottage is beautiful with stunning views of the lake. Unfortunately hurricane fiona hit. Our hosts were right there for us with flashlights , hot coffee and anything we needed. They took excellent care of us . Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home with outstanding amenities! This home is meticulously appointed with everything you need inside and out including water toys and spacious outdoor seating to enjoy the incredible views. This was the perfect spot for 6 adults to enjoy a day of sun and water or take in the sights and then return home to a peaceful place for relaxation. Close to everything yet you feel like your on your own private island! This is everything you are looking for in a vacation home so don't hesitate to book your stay. Thank you Chris for your wonderful hospitality. Loved it all!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, unique property

A beautifully maintained and appointed home and cottage on a unique piece of land that really makes you feel like you're on your own little island. Fantastic views of the lake and lovely grounds. Home has all the amenities you could want, including kayaks and plenty of life vests for all sizes. The owner, Chris, personally gave us a tour of the house on our arrival and quickly attended to any requests we had during our stay. Highly recommended - I've been renting on vrbo nee homeaway for over 20 years and this is one of the best properties I've stayed at.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Celebrating a 90th birthday

My family gathered from three different US states to celebrate our mother's 90th birthday in Waverley Cottage. The owner was very responsive to our every need, even installing a grab bar in the bathroom for his oldest guest so far! The cottage was plenty spacious for the eight of us, and so lovely, allowing spectacular views of the lake on three sides. We especially appreciated the outdoor spaces, taking morning coffee on the dock, relaxing on one of the decks, and sharing family time around the fire pit in the evenings. We heartily recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

What a wonderful time our family had In Waverly. Chris was a helpful and attentive host and what a yummy surprise to find candy and cinnamon rolls waiting for us when we arrived. There were 9 in our group and the house was plenty large. There were paddle boards, a canoe and kayak available for use. Chris sent directions to the nearest grocery store and offered suggestions for other attractions. Very much appreciated. We built a fire , made s’mores and just enjoyed the lake. I think the highlight was seeing the Bay of Fundy and walking on the ocean’s floor. Just an hour drive and totally worth it to walk on the ocean’s floor. Would recommend this house and hope to return to the Halifax area. Thanks again Chris!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Family Vacation Spot

Waverley Cottage was perfect for our family group of 10 people! We travelled from SK/MB to spend time with my daughter, who lives in Halifax. We were able to enjoy a nice balance of excursions to see the sights and lazy lake days. The lake is beautiful and we made good use of the paddleboards and kayaks made available to us. We spent hours on the dock. It's the perfect spot for visiting, having morning coffee or evening happy hour! The cottage itself was very nice and cozy and full of so much character! It is furnished and decorated very nicely and was well stocked with everything we needed. (The teenagers enjoyed the tv room and shuffleboard on the rainy days!) Chris was an amazing host. Leading up to our trip he always promptly answered our questions and offered great suggestions regarding local attractions. He met us at the cottage when we arrived to give us a warm welcome as well as a little tour of the property. He assured us that he was just a phone call away should we need anything. Without hesitation I would return to and recommend Waverley Cottage. We are already looking into dates for next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2023
Thank you for staying with us Kim. Really enjoyed meeting you and your family. Hope to see you again. Cheers!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property with everything you need for a summer vacation, We were 6 adults and 3 children (2 under 2) and everyone enjoyed our time. The weather was fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean. We were met by our host Chris on arrival who gave us a quick tour of the cottage and information about the area. Chris was very flexible, allowing us to check in a bit early. He even provided 2 playpens/play yards for our Grandchildren to sleep in. Several 3 piece bathrooms were available with plenty of hot water as well as some colouring books & bubbles for the toddlers. The basement games room was a real bonus on rainy days. There was plenty of space for our party of 10. The den was handy when someone needed a quiet place to work and the Wifi was very reliable. Thank you, Chris. We enjoyed our stay and the beautiful sunsets over lake William.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was by far the best VRBO property we have ever stayed at. The location is perfect for everything you need including groceries and restaurants. The house is on a quiet lake with beautiful views from every window. There is a separate cottage that was perfect for my parents to have privacy and quiet when needed. The house is well stocked with everything needed including kayaks and paddle boards which we all really enjoyed. Chris was kind enough to meet us at check in for a quick tour and indulged our questions about the area. It really felt like we were visiting friends, as the cottage felt very much like home. We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Chris Macaulay

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I have lived in this area since 1993. My wife and I raised our 3 children on Lake William and to this day they still say that the summers spent with family on Lake William was the best time of their lives. Mine too. Hearing from our guests on how they too made amazing family memories at our property is incredibly satisfying. We have made great friendships in the process and hope to make many more.

Why they chose this property

The Waverley Cottage (also known as Pine Point), is a well known peninsula/point of land jutting into Lake William. I've always admired the property, with it's majestic pine trees and amazing water views, so when it was finally listed on the market I knew I had to not only purchase the property, but to also share it with others to enjoy.

What makes this property unique

The property offers mesmerizing views from all sides. It's like an island joined to the mainland with a short causeway. Total privacy for families to make life lasting memories.

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