Beachfront Guest Cottage in Antigonish

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A view of a lake from a wooden deck with a railing.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of trees.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden beams, and skylights.
A kitchen with a wooden bar, stools, a sink, and a view of the outdoors.
A room with a large window overlooking autumn foliage.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Antigonish, NS
  • Place, Pomquet Area Beaches Conservation Lands
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Saint Francis Xavier University
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Antigonish Arena
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Ground floor Suite

1 Queen Bed

Loft Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Ground floor Ensuite

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

Master Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upper level Half Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Southside Harbour

Located in Southside Harbour, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Pomquet Beach Provincial Park and Candid Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Antigonish Market Square and Antigonish Farmers' Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Antigonish Arena or Charles V. Keating Millennium Centre. With kayaking and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Antigonish, NS

What's nearby

  • Pomquet Area Beaches Conservation Lands - 8 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Pomquet Beach Provincial Park - 17 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Saint Francis Xavier University - 20 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Antigonish Market Square - 20 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Antigonish Arena - 21 min drive - 19.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Justamere Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mother Webb's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Guest Cottage in Antigonish pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beachfront Guest Cottage in Antigonish?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Guest Cottage in Antigonish?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Guest Cottage in Antigonish?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Guest Cottage in Antigonish located?

Nestled on the beach, this Southside Harbour cottage is steps from Black Island and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Morrell Island. Pomquet Beach Provincial Park and Antigonish Golf and Country Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Beautiful view. Property was clean with plenty of room. Hosts were great. If you are to visit Nova Scotia, this is a great location. Close to Cape Breton and the ferry to go to Prince Edward Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, well stocked, clean, welcoming and helpful hosts!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2025
Thanks for the review! So glad you enjoyed your stay! It was great meeting you all. Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay, great hosts and dodgy weather, nice to be inside.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time touring this area of Canada and rented the house for 2 weeks. The house was better than the pictures. It is literally only feet away from the water. The kitchen was very well equipped, and we enjoyed using the gas grill. The master suite is huge and the bed is comfortable. The owners are nearby and are friendly and extremely responsive to any communication. We did have a little unexpected excitement with the house as two bats and a mouse made indoor visits, but the owner responded quickly and we had plenty of laughs about the situation which was new for all of us.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2026
Glad you enjoyed your stay and touring the area. We enjoyed having you. Cheers, John & Kathryn.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

St FX trip

Excellent property and hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2025
It was wonderful having you visit. Thank you for leaving the place so clean and tidy. We hope to see you again! Cheers, Kathryn and John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage, bright, roomy and well furnished; beautiful secluded location, great for swimming and kayaking with the kids; kind and thoughtful hosts. Perfect spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We really enjoyed hosting your group…loved hearing the kids’ laughter on the beach. We appreciate the care you took of our cottage and for leaving it so clean when you left. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is GORGEOUS!!! The place is soooo homey and the hosts have added so many welcome touches such as milk, condiments, ample coffee, honey, sun screen… they absolutely thought of everything and I felt so spoiled staying there. The view is MAGIC and the home so cozy. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

Great on rainy days. Even better with sunshine. A wonderful stay. Thanks to john and Katherine.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
It was a delight to host you and your family. We enjoyed meeting you. We are so glad you had fun here. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, peaceful waterfront cottage!

Perfect place for two couples to relax and enjoy the beautiful harbour! John and Kathryn have thought of everything that you need for a comfortable stay. We loved watching the eagles and other birds from the deck or from the cozy window seat overlooking the water! We would definitely love to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last minute booking due to NS forested park trails being closed due to wildfire risks…what a great pivot! Beautiful house, well stocked with great hosts. Lots of stairs if that is a concern.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2025
Thanks for your review. It was lovely hosting you all. You were fabulous guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome cottage

Spent 4 days. Beautiful location on a beach, very quiet, kayaking every day. Nesting eagles a ross the way. Host were exceptionally hospitable- went with us fown the street to get fresh lobsters off the boat
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2025
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review. It was such a pleasure hosting you. Thank you for being such fantastic guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
John and Katheryn were great hosts. They made sure we has all we needed, respected our privacy, and respo ded quickly to any questions. The hoise is right on the wayer which made our kayaking experience outstanding.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ocean Getaway

An older home that has been beautifully redone with beautiful ocean views in a woodsy area. Every bedroom has a deck or porch to enjoy. John and Kathryn have thought of everything. We felt at home immediately!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2024
Thank you for your review. It was great to meet you. We enjoyed hosting you—you were great guests! Thanks for taking care of the place and leaving it so clean. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gem of a vacation house

This brand new house overlooks a bay, affording wonder views. Impeccably appointed and with meticulous attention to detail, this is an oasis of quiet and beauty. Hosts went far out of their way to accommodate us. An ideal place for a vacation amid nature, yet 15 minutes drive from a charming town with all the needs of civilization. Our best VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2023
Thanks for your lovely review. We were so pleased you could stay in our place following our newly completed renovation. We enjoyed meeting you and Anne. You were amazing guests. Thank you for leaving our place so clean and tidy! You are welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

You Gotta Stay Here!

What a wonderful property! Even with the less-than-delightful weather, this home was a beauty. Thoughtfully well-appointed kitchen, super clean and loads of space. And our hosts were so welcoming - what a treat! We are so grateful. We really hope to have a chance to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2023
We hope you do get a chance to return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It has it All!

We spent a great week in this clean, bright, spacious cottage that was generously supplied with everything one could wish for when travelling, from maple syrup, milk, cream, mustard, ketchup and relish in the refrigerator plus olive oil and vinegar in the terrifically outfitted kitchen to great beach towels, bbq equipment and kayaks to use. It is aptly named Quarterdeck and is a few feet from the shore of the bay with lovely views of sunset from the great room and decks. It is a quiet retreat, only minutes drive away from lovely, sandy beaches and Antigonish’s Main Street with StFX and the excellent Bauer summer theatre on campus. The principal bedroom was spacious with a very comfortable King size bed and there were two large walking closets with lots of shelves. Our hosts were warm, welcoming, responsive and even spent the time to get us set up in the kayaks and take us out on the water. A memorable visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2024
Thanks for taking the time to write this detailed review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. It is our goal for our guests to feel at home and enjoy the natural surroundings. Thank you for being such great guests and taking such wonderful care of the place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property, great hosts, but be aware of a few things

First off, the hosts (John and Kathryn) were fabulous. Had everything ready to go. And always so helpful with things, including switching to a firmer bed for us! They're fabulous. But there are a few things to be aware about. There are lots of bugs on the beach -- insect spray even during the day. It's a rocky beach (great for rock hunting), but you're going to have to go to Pomquet Beach for a sandy beach. The hot water in the house is limited so you need to take a timely shower and not linger around too long. The cell service (and I have both Bell and Rogers) was spotty. So if you're trying to disconnect, it's great! And to get to the house, is down a steep path. We have a SUV so it's not an issue, but it may be if you don't have good grip. Thank you for a great stay in a beautiful place.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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