Brett and Lara, Thank you for creating this wonderful sanctuary and sharing it with strangers and making us feel like friends.
Joanna N.
2025 年 6 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Allison P.
2025 年 6 月 24 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Ethereal
This was definitely the highlight of our trip out East. The church house is amazing- rich, yet so comfortable. Brett and Lara were excellent hosts. We loved hearing about the history of the church house and some of the highlights of Brett’s interests. Truly a unique stay. I would highly recommend this
Allison P.
2025 年 6 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Linda W.
2025 年 5 月 23 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Best ever!!!
St Cecilia was magical!! The location was wonderful. We so enjoyed meeting Brett and Lara. It would be our first choice in the future!!
Linda W.
2025 年 5 月に 2 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Debbie T.
2025 年 5 月 29 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Charming and Eclectic Home
We loved the church and the location as it was close to everything. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend it. The owners were friendly and quickly answered any questions we had. The weather hindered our ability to enjoy the outside space but the property was well manicured and inviting. We appreciated the multi charging stations for all our electronics.
Debbie T.
2025 年 5 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jim R.
2025 年 5 月 21 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
East coast beauty
The church was amazing. Such a unique experience. Everything you need is supplied, I would recommend to anyone. Brett is a very knowledgeable and cool guy. We will definitely stay there again
Jim R.
2025 年 5 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Scott F.
2025 年 6 月 15 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
FANTISTIC!!! This is a beautiful property the interior is like staying in a castle in the UK with the rich wood paneling on the walls, the oriental rugs on the floors, all the statues, and paintings on display and antique furniture throughout the "church." Outside there were two areas where you could sit and relax one porch on the back of the house with a gas grill and a glass top table to enjoy a meal outside and the second is a lovely deck with Adirondack chairs and a fabulous view of the cove complete with fishing boats and docks. When my wife and I return to Halifax to finish exploring the area we will absolutely try to stay here again.
Scott F.
2025 年 6 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Linda W.
2025 年 5 月 19 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
St Cecilia
We loved staying here!! It was clean. It was so unique. We slept in the choir loft and Karen slept in the organ loft. Brett and Lara are great hosts!! In fact, we will be back there in 2 days.
Linda W.
2025 年 5 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Charles L.
2025 年 6 月 16 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Fun and funky hideaway, minutes from downtown Halifax. Perfect.
We have just completed a lovely, lovely stay at St. Cecilia’s by the Sea — my wife and I, with my brother and his wife. (We flipped coins for the choir loft.) Brett and Lara have done an absolutely stellar job of reimagining this old Catholic worship place, fitting it out with antiques from around the world, handmade wooden trim, heated flooring, luxurious seating, a bank of (unwinded) organ pipes, a wonderful likeness of St. Jerome, and a helpful array of modern appliances, so useful now-a-days — and without feeling oppressively “churchy.” The vibe is more funky than monkish. The setting’s location is great, too, within minutes of proper Halagonian dining, groceries, and the boardwalk downtown. Thank you, Lara and Brett, for creating this space and sharing it with the world. I have an idea that we will back.
Charles L.
2025 年 6 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Margaret S.
2025 年 4 月 5 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
The most special home away from home, possible.
We enjoyed everything about this magical place. The owners are very particular about St. Cecelia which makes us be on our best behavior. We loved it and didn't want to leave forever! Thank you Lara & Brett. Margy & Jim
Margaret S.
2025 年 3 月に 6 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Ryan E.
2024 年 9 月 21 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Great Stay
Great Stay
Ryan E.
2024 年 9 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Bruce H.
2024 年 12 月 5 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Exceptional Property
Great location, unique and comfortable. First time in Halifax and hosts were very helpful. We will book this house again next time we're in Halifax!
Bruce H.
2024 年 11 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Melanie H.
2024 年 11 月 9 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Great Place
We had such an amazing stay. This place has some great history. Brett and Lara are awesome hosts. You definitely won’t go wrong by choosing to stay here.
Melanie H.
2024 年 10 月に 6 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Mindi S.
2024 年 10 月 14 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Amazing Vacation Rental!
Brett and Lara's place is incredible! They've spared no expense making sure the place is A+++.
Mindi S.
2024 年 10 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Shanda J.
2024 年 10 月 26 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
So unique!
We wanted to stay somewhere different than your regular hotel and this was beyond our expectation. The host was quick to respond and gave us some wonderful recommendations on places to eat. The kitchen was well stocked with anything that one would need. The outside space was wonderful to sit and have a morning coffee. Would definitely stay here again the next time I’m back in the area.
Shanda J.
2024 年 10 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Leslie R.
2024 年 6 月 2 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Beautiful, unique location
Lovely accommodations and base for our trip to the Halifax area. Would definitely recommend.
Leslie R.
2024 年 5 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Nora D.
2024 年 9 月 29 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Unusual in a great way
This is an imaginatively restored church with all kinds of artistic detail throughout. It is also very comfortable inside with a nice space outside for relaxing if the weather is good. It also has one of the best equipped kitchens we have seen in a vacation rental. Engaging owners as well. All in all, a very worthy place to stay.
Nora D.
2024 年 9 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Steve C.
2024 年 10 月 8 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Slept in church and didn't get in trouble!
Beautiful facilities and outside garden are overlooking the harbor. Brett and Lara are so welcoming!
Excellent care in fact couldn't get the Dallas game and Lara came immediately over to fix the tv. Recommend you book immediately to assure your stay.
Steve C.
2024 年 10 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Barbara N.
2024 年 5 月 14 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Intriguing decor and lovely location
The church has been beautifully decorated. Very comfortable accommodation and wonderful location. Brett and Lara were excellent hosts.
Barbara N.
2024 年 5 月に 6 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
DENNIS M.
2024 年 5 月 15 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
A grey and unique place to stay
Bret and Lara are excellent hosts. Everything you need to make and outstanding stay here
DENNIS M.
2024 年 5 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jennifer C.
2024 年 5 月 30 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Just like home - only better
Loved our stay and had more than we needed. Such a comfortable, lively place! We will let it go haha but kept referring to it as “our church” 😊 Thank you to our hosts for a lovely visit.
Jennifer C.
2024 年 5 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Dave L.
2023 年 6 月 28 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Very unique place in a quiet cove by the sea
This place is a real treasure, we stayed 3 nights and was convenient for touring Halifax. The owners are great people and made sure our stay was enjoyable.
Dave L.
2023 年 6 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Paul P.
2024 年 7 月 13 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Amazing space
We really enjoyed our stay at St Cecilia. Brett and Lara are wonderful hosts and you can see the amount of care and thought put into the design of the space. This was also evident in the landscaping around the space as well.
Hosts are warm and engaging and appear to love sharing this special place with travelers
Paul P.
2024 年 6 月に 8 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Charles L.
2024 年 6 月 16 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Amazing place
Stunningly restored chapel which surprises you at every turn. This was truly a beautiful place, indoors and outdoors
Brett and Lara are fantastic and friendly hosts, full of local knowledge. Allegedly Brett is going to write a book about it 😀
We cannot recommend The Church highly enough
Charles L.
2024 年 6 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Cathy S.
2024 年 7 月 16 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Welcoming
From the first steps in we were under a spell! A wonderful property and the story of how it began just as wonderful.
Lara and Brett were great hosts!
Highly recommend their lovely little renovated church 😊
Cathy S.
2024 年 7 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
James W.
2024 年 9 月 16 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Nova Scotia Diamond!
Our stay at St. Cecilia was, in one word, incredible! We absolutely loved our stay in this immaculately and tastefully renovated church. Lara and Brett were wonderful, attentive hosts. Everything we needed was within reach. Lara and Brett’s attention to detail in providing guests necessities, comforts, and the pristine condition of the home sets it apart from other homes in which we’ve stayed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return again! Thank-you Lara and Brett!
James W.
2024 年 9 月に 4 泊滞在
オーナーについて
オーナー : Brett & Lara Ryan
We are Brett & Lara Ryan. Brett is an award winning singer/songwriter and Lara is a sustainability consultant. Brett is a Halifax native and Lara is from PEI. We love to travel ourselves and enjoy properties that offer all the comforts of home. We've been in the property business for over 20 years and have owned a number of properties in Halifax and around Purcells Cove but none as unique as St. Cecilia by the Sea.
この宿泊施設のオーナーになった理由
We bought this old church in 2005 and Brett set to restoring it. While working on it he was insipred to write songs in a way that he hadn't for a few years. St. Cecilia, the patron saint of musicians, must have been speaking to him! Not only did he write songs for a great project titled St. Cecilia Soul, he was also inspired to turn the church into a recording studio. The unique space hosted many other recording artists in it's time as a studio as well as was the location for film productions and sound design for many TV series.
Alas, our business days in the music industry are coming to an end and recording studios aren't what they used to be. Now, we are thrilled to share this inspirational space with travelers looking to enjoy beautiful Halifax.