LUXURY APPOINTED RUSTIC COTTAGE VACATION RENTAL in the heart of Petty Harbour
*Self catered rustic, harbourside cottage, big on amenities in the heart of Petty Harbour. * Ocean, and Panoramic Harbour Views. * Pathway to Harbour and Wharf. * Cottage is situated directly on the famous EAST COAST TRAIL. * Zipline Centre adjacent to property. * 2 minute walk to Chafe's Landing Restaurant. * Petty Harbour Public House , Pub and eatery, adjacent to property. *2 minute walk to General Store, including beer, wine and liquor. * 25 minute drive from St. John's International Airport * 15 minute drive to downtown St. John's * 10 minute drive to Cape Spear National Park * 20 minutes drive from Trans Canada Highway What's Included: * Free Wifi and Free Netflix and Prime Video * All stainless appliances: * Fridge/Freezer * Stove/Oven * Double Dishwasher * Wine Fridge * Washer and Dryer * Flat Screen Televisions * BluRay DVD w/100's of titles. * Wood Burning Fireplace * Air Conditioning * Gas BBQ. * Large Private Deck * Full Kitchen Accessories,Coffee Maker, Keurig Machine, Nespresso, toaster, etc. *Full size cot available for 5th person. * Free Parking * Free Boat Slip ( Max: 35 feet)
EXTRAS: * Deep Sea Fishing available within season. * Whale Watching and Bird Watching trips available. * Airport pick-up and drop-off service is available. * Shuttle service to downtown available. * Guided tours available. * 4 Golf Courses nearby. * NEW: We now have car seats, carriers, and strollers available to reduce airline baggage, and extra fees.
Location : Cottage Hill Vacation Rentals Unit No.: 24A Skinners Hill, Petty Harbour IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RENTAL CARS: Every summer there is a shortage of rental cars in Newfoundland. When planning your trip to Newfoundland rental cars should be reserved well in advance. If you are a guest of CottageHill Petty Harbour, and having difficulty reserving a vehicle, please notify Robert for assistance.
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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
Note from host: Small groups only
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
About the area
Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove
Located in Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Petty Harbour Museum and Railway Coastal Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cape Spear National Historic Site and Cape Spear Lighthouse. Travelling with kids? Consider George Street, or check out an event or a game at Mary Brown's Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Petty Harbour - Maddox Cove Town Hall - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Petty Harbour Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Petty Harbour Mini Aquarium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Cribbies Park & Community Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
George Street - 12 min drive - 14.5 km
Getting around
St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Keith's Diner - 9 min drive
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - 16 min drive
The Ship Pub - 17 min drive
McDonald's - 19 min drive
Tim Hortons - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is LUXURY APPOINTED RUSTIC COTTAGE VACATION RENTAL in the heart of Petty Harbour pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at LUXURY APPOINTED RUSTIC COTTAGE VACATION RENTAL in the heart of Petty Harbour ?
As of 2 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at LUXURY APPOINTED RUSTIC COTTAGE VACATION RENTAL in the heart of Petty Harbour on 30 Apr, 2026 start from S$254, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at LUXURY APPOINTED RUSTIC COTTAGE VACATION RENTAL in the heart of Petty Harbour ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at LUXURY APPOINTED RUSTIC COTTAGE VACATION RENTAL in the heart of Petty Harbour ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at LUXURY APPOINTED RUSTIC COTTAGE VACATION RENTAL in the heart of Petty Harbour ?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is LUXURY APPOINTED RUSTIC COTTAGE VACATION RENTAL in the heart of Petty Harbour located?
This family-friendly Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Petty Harbour - Maddox Cove Town Hall, Cribbies Park & Community Garden and Petty Harbour Museum. Petty Harbour Mini Aquarium is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great stay in Petty Harbour! Visited the near by restaurants..very tasty. Bob was a great host; popped in for a short visit. He told us so much about the area, made our experience even more enjoyable…thanks Bob!!
The host, Bob, was very helpful and friendly! The cottage itself was beautiful and the view with it was amazing! Everything in Petty Harbour was within walking distance from the cottage! WiFi was great and Bob had the kitchen already stocked with helpful items, such as tea and coffee. Check in and check out was very easy!
The view was beautiful. The house was very well equipped and we didn’t want for anything. Robert was easy to contact and always so helpful. Our stay was first class!
Sandra S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2025
Thank you Sandra. It was a pleasure hosting you in Petty Harbour, and hope to see you again.
Bob was a great host. We had a couple of minor questions (when to take out garbage for instance) and he was quick to respond. This little cottage is bigger than the photos suggest. Great spot for 4 or 5 people.
randy f.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2025
It was a pleasure hosting Randy and his family at CottageHill Petty Harbour. They took such good care of the home, and would recommend them to any host world-wide.
It was a pleasure hosting Robin at CottageHill . They were so considerate of the property, and they were great guests. I trust they had a memorable time in Newfoundland, and it would be a pleasure to see them again in the future.
Loved this property. It was situated in a perfect location and the host was great. Corner store and great restaurant within a minute or two walk. Would stay here again the future.
I can't say enough good things about this property and the host. Bob was so kind and helpful and full of great suggestions. Took us out fishing and caught us 5 fish! (we caught two!). Packaged them up for us and I am flying with them home. The cottage was clean and well stocked (even better than a hotel). Beds were really comfortable. We went ziplining which was literally at the bottom of the hill from the cottage. Had delicious ice cream at Tinkers ice cream shop, also at the bottom of the hill. Can't wait to come back here!
Fiona P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2025
Fiona and her daughter were such a pleasure to host at CottageHill. It was a bit rough that day but they are champs, and even caught enough fish to bring home. I am very happy they. had a great time.
We enjoyed Robert's place very much. Petty Harbour is unique and has to be seen. Located close to many places that need to be visited while in that region of NL. Robert was very good to us helping with advices and eve booked us on a cod fishing excursion. Can't be better.
Denis B.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2024
It was a pleasure hosting Denis and his family. They were perfect guests and would definitely recommend them to any host.
We were met at the property by Bob the host and he spent a lot of time with us showing us around and explaining what was available locally. Very helpful and much appreciated. The kitchen is fully equipped with all the utensils you could need. Also there were a lot of basic food items so check in before you shop! The village restaurant is very good and just a few minutes walk away. The nearest supermarket is aout a 10 min drive as is the fresh sea food store. The harbour is very scenic and a great area for a stroll. We thoroughly enjoyed our 7 day stay. Many thanks Bob. Brenda and Robin, Ontario
Really enjoyed it host very accommodating.. all the suplies you could ask for, evan smoked salmon in the fridge
John F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Corry Z.
2 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Great spot
Overall a great staging spot to your the area. Comfortable cottage with all of the amenities needed. After a couple of initial glitches all went well except for some late night music from the very close neighbour.
Bob, your place was fantastic. The pictures on VRBO do not do it justice. It was well equipped beautifully decorated and the beds were very comfortable. Bob even reached out to us to see if we needed anything. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Petty Harbour. It was 20 minutes to a half hour drive from all that we wanted to do. You must also check out the restaurant Chafe’s Landing. Great food and service.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2024
I'm so happy you had a great stay in Petty Harbour, and so much appreciate your kind comments to myself, and all the other HomeExchangers.
Everything we could need was provided in this rental. Bob, our host, was very easy to communicate with, checked on us during our stay and made the effort to personally meet us. The fishing village of Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is very picturesque although it is a bit of a distance from the city center. One would definitely need a car for this stay.
Janet S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2023
I am very happy you enjoyed your stay at CottageHill Petty Harbour. Although cabs are available back and forth to downtown St. John's , having a car at your disposal is much more convenient. It's a 15 min drive to downtown St. John's, and cabs run about $30 each way. There is a beautiful walking trail from the cottage in Petty Harbour, to St. John's, but it is still quite a hike. It takes about an hour and a half.
The cottage was all that was shown and more. Anything that you could think of that would be needed was provided. The host, Bob, was very helpful and provided helpful tips about the cottage and the area to make the most of our visit. A high quality experience staying here. I'd highly recommend it to anyone basing themselves out of the St. John's area.
Penny R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bob
7 Jul, 2023
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We highly recommend this cottage. It’s got everything you need for a stay in Petty Harbor. There’s enough to do in Petty Harbor, relax, hike, fish or go on a boat tour to see whales and other wildlife. The locals are are accommodating and everyone we ran into was nice.
The cottage has a modern feel with enough rustic charm to let you know you are someplace special.
Generous kitchen, the deck has outstanding views of the harbor and some ocean too. There are so many little extras like the lighted drawers in the bedrooms and the charging plugs right by the beds that make this place so comfortable. And even though we didn’t turn the tv on once, there’s a great dvd collection for that rainy day you just want to chill inside. We really hope to return here again.
Bob
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hazel
29 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Robert has done an amazing job renovating the property, there is so much attention to detail and the design is very well thought out. At the time of writing the photos don't do it justice. The atmosphere is relaxing and pleasant to spend time in. There are some interesting things to look at in the living area too, including local interest books, musical instruments, games, pictures and a curio cabinet.
The location is quiet and picturesque for those who prefer to be outside the city but is still a convenient drive from shops, attractions and St. John's. It's located right on the ECT, convenient for hiking.
I visited for a solo photography getaway in winter. Keep in mind many businesses catering to tourists close for the season. However, if you like the great outdoors there's still much to see in the area within a 1 hour drive and you won't have to deal with crowds.
Comfortable Cottage, Picturesque Location/View, and Wonderful Host
Wow!
Bob's Cottage Hill was an outstanding experience for us. We loved being relatively close to St. John's (could drive there in ~20 minutes) while still enjoying the quiet, serenity, and gorgeous view of Petty Harbour. The Petty Harbour location is relatively close to St. John's (and to Witless Bay and really close to Cape Spear Lighthouse) and also to newer communities in the area for daily supplies (though Bob has provided most of anything one would need).
Bob is a welcoming host who answered questions and provided us with ideas for things to see and do in the area. He has stocked his cottage with all types of things that a traveler might need. Having a large dedicated sparking space next to the cottage was also convenient. The cottage also has many electrical outlets and USB connections and really fast Wifi.
We loved returning to this cottage after busy days in St. John's and on the Avalon Peninsula and were sorry we had to leave! We had planned much to do while in the area during the day because we'd rather be out and about seeing things than stuck in a hotel room, but this cottage made us wish we had left more time to enjoy its comfort, ambiance, and view.
Dustin M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Robert
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