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Simple Rustic Cottage

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A small wooden cabin with a dock, surrounded by dense trees and a grassy area.
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and flags, overlooking a building with a yellow facade.
A rustic wooden cabin with a thatched roof, surrounded by a lush green landscape and tall trees.
A cozy living room with wooden walls, a dining area with striped tablecloths, and a blue armchair.
A cozy cabin-style room with wooden walls, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with a stove and cabinets, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Arcadia, NS
  • Place, Mariners Centre
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Yarmouth Mall
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Frost Park
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Melbourne

Melbourne is home to this cottage. Yarmouth Mall and Yarmouth Farmers' Community Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park and Frost Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mariners Centre or Gateway Park.
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Arcadia, NS

What's nearby

  • Mariners Centre - 17 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Yarmouth Mall - 19 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Yarmouth County Museum - 20 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Frost Park - 20 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Yarmouth Links - 21 min drive - 18.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Simple Rustic Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Simple Rustic Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Simple Rustic Cottage located?

Situated in Melbourne, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mariners Centre, Cineplex Cinemas Yarmouth and Yarmouth Mountain Cemetery. Yarmouth Mall and The Yarmouth Arts Regional Council's Playhouse and Arts Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 78 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for quiet getaway!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage and area were absolutely perfect. Immaculately clean and well supplied from bedding to kitchen.The view of the boats bobbing on the tide was so relaxing, and the clammers very friendly.Would definitely stay there again. We are two very old friends with lots to talk about. It was perfect!Would love to spend Christmas there!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything went very well, we were very pleased with the whole experience. The check-in with the numbers didn't work at first because we didn't know we had to press the lock symbol after entering the code. The
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2026
Will add those instructions.Thank you and you are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is amazing if you are looking to disconnect for a bit and enjoy the scenery, family and peace. It was wonderful to wake up each morning to the sounds of the birds and water. Loved watching the tides come in and out. When the tides were out you can walk along the shoreline for quite some distance. There is very limited cell connection, which I welcomed. By the end of our stay out kids were actually talking to each other and us instead of being connected to their phones.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy, private place, excellent time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent place to stay near Yarmouth. Comfy bed and cozy/cheerful atmosphere inside. We want to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome view very clean and comfortable plenty of housewhares
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great. Hope to be back next summer.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breathtaking view

The cottage and view where beautiful it’s everything that we needed will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nova Scotia Vacation

Adorable little cottage on the water. Quiet and clean. Teenagers loved exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pet friendly remote et peaceful cabin. Better than pictures! We had everything we needed, very clean! Thanks for leaving boardgames! Loved watching clam workers go to work! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing vacation cottage

We loved staying here and could have stayed for much longer. Everything you need and so much more. Who needs a TV if you have these kind of views. So quite and peaceful, and the cottage is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Oasis by the ocean

This was the most peaceful vacation I could have imagined! The view is mesmerizing, the cabin is cozy and comfortable, and the convenience of town is only 15minutes away! Would love to be back someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

cottage

Great stay, clean cottage. Great location. Only suggestion is need larger refrigerator.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great place with a view on the sea.

This place is very clean. We realy enjoy to see the clams fishermen every morning. We realy recommand.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A scenic and tranquil location

We had a wonderful second stay at this cottage and look forward to returning again next year. John and Lori
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2022
Wonderful to have you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ocean front

Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Visit from Denmark

We loved the silence and Nature except the mosquitos ;-)
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Cottage was cozy and clean , Beautiful scenery looking out on the water and watching the clam diggers out in the sand. Not far from the city of Yarmouth and lots of beaches to explore. Communication with Della was great and gave us tips of what beaches to explore. Will return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

It was exactly what I needed just home away from home. walked the beach many times with my Dog Bingo.enjoyed Saturday afternoon on the deck with my coffee, book with Bingo at my feet.while My husband went exploring for a place to fish. Hope to return again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cabin by the sea

The cabin was exceptionally clean and tidy. It was perfect for our needs while exploring the Yarmouth area. We ate our breakfasts and dinners there and found everything we needed to do so, including a big pot to boil lobsters. Having the clam diggers show up every morning was a bonus. Had fresh clams for dinner our second day. Over all, a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Spot!

The location of this cottage is fabulous, just outside of Yarmouth yet situated at the end of the road in a remote, quiet, private and peaceful setting right on the water. Fresh air as you open the door in the morning! We have stayed here before and will come back. Love walking the shoreline!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A scenic and tranquil location

The cottage is quaint and had all that we needed for a quiet and comfortable holiday. It is a restful spot with lovely views, changing tides and daily birdsong. We were pleased with the small amenities such as the number of household items supplied from barbeque starter to spices, and all the towels and and soaps amongst other daily necessities needed when away from home. We loved the area and very much enjoyed our visit to this part of the province, and look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2021
Would welcome back anytime! Amazing guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tiny perfection

Beautiful view just outside the front porch. Fun watching the clammers in the morning. Perfect spot to explore the south east or southwest portions of Nova Scotia. Just 17 minutes from town and the ferry. Loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quite, relaxing, beautiful

Was a pleasure to stay here. Cute little cottage that we will definitely book again. It is close to Yarmouth and other tourist attractions.Right on the water where the clam diggers go out every day. They are very nice and love to talk. The wildlife was an added feature, family of deer would come down in the evening, Eagles sitting on the rocks and unbelievable sunsets and stars at night.No tv, and Wi-Fi but who needs it when you have all of the above to watch.Cottage was very clean!Loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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