Nova Scotia

Located on a saltwater inlet on Second Peninsula near UNESCO’s own Lunenburg, the Concept House is a contemporary, award-winning off-grid sustainable retreat, designed by Solterre Design. A network of local craftsmen built this off-grid 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in 2012 that sets a new standard for self-sufficiency and provides a comfortable, open concept and eclectic space to host your vacation and family and friends. Or, the favourite aspect of the house? To simply gazing across the gently sloping pasture to the ocean.

There are many spaces where to relax and enjoy the view -- an outdoor dining patio that seats 10, a firepit and many paths through the 3 Pastures lands to enjoy both waterfronts a wharf and great swimming on Martins Brook and also a sandy beach on Princes Inlet. These shorelines are some of the most idyllic kayaking and sailing waters in the Maritimes. Many islands within the Mahone Bay of islands are public and perfect spots to enjoy a picnic during your kayaking adventures. Biking on Second Peninsula will lead you to Bachman’s Beach, or the opposite direction will be a bike trail directly into Lunenburg for a day of touring, lunching and shopping.

Even though the Concept House is off-grid, it provides typical creature comforts: a tv area, wifi, dishwasher, freezer, clothes washer and two full baths. There is a fully stocked chef’s kitchen with a propane range, stocked provisions in the pantry and a 15-foot long stainless counter.

Interested in living in one of Canada's most energy-efficient houses while enjoying the beautiful shoreline? The Concept House provides the rare opportunity to stay in an award-winning house that is completely off the grid. The Concept House has all the amenities of modern life, yet provides comfort, activities and more all while cutting your carbon footprint to the most minimal effect. More information about the Concept House can be viewed on the Solterre Design website . (website hidden).

Guests can have as much or as little contact with us hosts as desired. You will never be left in the lurch in finding everything you need!

Most people arrive at the Concept House and are immediately distracted with the view. Don't expect to go far into the beautiful surroundings of Second Peninsula and Lunenburg County until you have soaked in the view from morning til night, when you'll see the most spectacular view of the stars ... telescope included.

One can travel ... 

on foot 

on bicycle 

by kayak 

by car 

by sailboat 

or, just stay put an enjoy the view!

We'll provide all the information you need about the house. Although it is off-grid, it is VERY user-friendly. You can be as involved in its monitoring, or just realize that it is close to a normal house.

The Concept House has received the following awards:

Lieutenant Governor Award of Merit for Architectural Design.

Passive House Certification from PHIUS

LEED for Homes Platinum Certification

The Solterre Concept House received LEED Platinum , the highest certification level available from the Canadian Green Building Council (CaGBC) in June 2013. LEED for Homes Canada is a green home certification system for assuring homes are designed and built to be energy and resource-efficient and healthy for occupants.

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The Queen Anne Inn offers the finest in bed and breakfast accommodations. Located on the Evangeline Trail, in historic Annapolis Royal, this 1865 Heritage property is beautifully set amongst stately Elm and Maple trees and is one of the most striking properties in the Maritimes. Guests enjoy spacious grounds complete with the relaxing atmosphere of the private gardens and back patios. This beautiful Victorian mansion is close to Fort Anne, Kejimkujik National Park, Bay of Fundy whale watching and minutes from the town centre. Experience true Victorian elegance, country charm and exceptional service.

12 well-appointed A/C rooms (D,Q,K): ensuite 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath (some with jacuzzi), CBTV, Wi-Fi, feather beds, robes. A Bay of Fundy Recommended Experience.

Situated on 53 acres atop gorgeous Fitzpatrick Mountain, Smith Rock Lodge & Chalets combines a spectacular blend of luxurious comforts with a breath taking view. We invite you visit us and see why we are one of Northern Nova Scotia's premier destinations for weddings, corporate functions & family stays. We look forward to being your home away from home.

Smith Rock Lodge and Chalets features 10 chalets available in three different sizes, as well as the 12 unit Rock Maple Retreat. All our accommodations are designed to meet the needs of any prospective groups or guests, with the goal of making your stay with us as enjoyable and comfortable as possible. All of our accommodations include free Wi-Fi & satellite television and include a fully equipped kitchenette featuring fridge, microwave & coffee maker (chalets also include stove) and private bathroom, everything you to feel at home. Smith Rock Lodge & Chalets is also wheelchair accessible, and offers pet friendly and pet free chalets. All guests are welcome to enjoy our outdoor heated pool & hot tub conveniently located near our Chalets and located in our Main Lodge: three piece fitness centre & sauna.

Our One Bedroom Chalets are double occupancy and equipped for up to four guests to sleep. They feature all the modern amenities you would expect to help make your stay enjoyable, including full kitchen and bathroom. These chalets feature a queen bed & sleeper sofa, and include deck, BBQ & fire pit.

Our Two Bedroom Chalets are quad occupancy and equipped for up to six guests. They boast the same comforts found in our smaller Single Bedroom units, including full kitchen, bathroom, queen bed and either a double bed or two single beds, and sleeper sofa, and include deck, BBQ & fire pit.

Our Three Bedroom Chalet is quad occupancy and equipped to handle a maximum of eight guests. This luxurious accommodation is designed to be your home away from home, and features a full kitchen and two bathrooms, one king bed, one queen bed, two twin beds as well as pull out sofa, as well as deck, BBQ & fire pit. It is both pet friendly, and wheel chair accessible.

The Rock Maple Retreat features 12 luxurious rooms, with double occupancy equipped for a maximum of four guests each. These rooms include a queen sized bed and pull out sofa, as well as kitchenette (bar fridge, coffee maker, and microwave). Rooms 6 & 11 are both wheel chair accessible and pet friendly. All rooms in the Rock Maple Retreat have BBQ and fire pit access.

Ocean View Motel & Chalets is an oceanfront property situated in the Acadian village of Chéticamp on the famous Cabot Trail on beautiful Cape Breton Island.
Chéticamp provides a variety of activities for everyone to enjoy – unique craft shops, historic sites, whale watching tours, golfing (Le Portgage Golf Club), hiking trails and beaches. Visitors can experience local Acadian entertainment and restaurants featuring our traditional cuisine. Les Trois Pignons houses the Museum of the Hooked Rug and Home Life – an Acadian, cultural, genealogical and visitor information centre which shares the story of the settlement of Chéticamp and the evolution of hooked rugs. There are restaurants, a local pub and a golf course all within a 5 minute walk of the property.
While staying with us, enjoy the panoramic views of canyons, highlands and seacoasts as you drive through Cape Breton Highlands National Park with 25 hiking trails – from easy strolls to challenging climbs – golf, wildlife, beaches, look-offs and interpretive programs.  The Cabot Trail weaves through the Park and we are located just 5 km / 3 mi from the park’s entrance.

Our accommodations include 6 spacious motel rooms (Queen, King) and 12 one-bedroom chalets (Queen, King; 2 with double whirlpool and fireplace); all ground level with a 4-piece bath, satellite television, DVD player and complimentary movies. Guest amenities include free laundry facilities, free wireless Internet access, picnic tables, barbecues and campfires. Reservations are recommended. Visa, MasterCard and Direct Debit are accepted.

Ketchum Cottages offer three period rustic seaside cottages. Each are unique and individually furnished.

They all have large yards, spacious living areas with kitchen and laundry facilities and outstanding ocean views of the Northumberland Strait.

Walk for miles at low tide. Swim at high tide. 2 cottages are pet friendly. There are 1-3 bedrooms depending on cottage.

Season May 15 to Oct 15.

~~There is no finer vantage point from which to savour Lunenburg's unique charms than the Dockside Inn and Restaurant on the South Shore region of Nova Scotia. Situated harbourside, "The Dockside" provides an unobstructed view of Lunenburg's famous Fisheries Museum, the colourful waterfront, and one of Lunenburg's most historic districts. In addition, the natural beauty of the Bluenose Golf Course sits just across the harbour and the Theresa E. Connor - last of the Saltbanker Schooners - is moored just across the street.

Staying or dining at The Dockside gives you a front row seat to one of the finest cultural stages on the Eastern seaboard. Lunenburg is a UNESCO World Heritage site, birthplace of the schooner Bluenose, and home port to Nova Scotia's sailing ambassador, the Bluenose II. Make your stay memorable by enjoying the finest view in Lunenburg!

Our accommodations include 7 suites, (twin, double and queen beds; two housekeeping suites), with 4-piece baths. All rooms include cable television, air conditioning, wireless Internet, and telephone. All suites and standard rooms have outstanding views of Lunenburg Harbour and the Bluenose II, when in port. All major credit cards are accepted.

Cancellation policy: Must cancel 48 hours prior to day of arrival.

A rare opportunity to experience an oasis private beachfront residence located on the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia in Clam Bay.
Just 50 minutes from the city, or 1 hour from the Halifax International Airport, you will find yourself in a vacationer’s dream of peace, tranquility and fresh ocean air with a stunning, mesmerizing ocean view that simply makes you never want to leave.
This newly built 1300 sq ft ocean front paradise includes three bedrooms and one bath and offers air conditioning.

This beach house is of certain uniqueness with both a traditional and contemporary design. You will find the bed frames to be built from hand carved logs and a one of a kind round eight person wooden table with a tree trunk for its’ base. You will enjoy the warmth sitting close to the hand built stone propane fireplace and hearth. 

This rental also includes a spa retreat element of offering the enjoyment of a deluxe leather full body IComfort massage chair, steam shower with jet soaker tub or the opportunity for you to experience a cleansing, detoxifying feeling in a two person infra-red sauna. The beach house also offers a private hot and cold outdoor shower for cooling down or washing the sand away.

If you enjoy cooking, you will be in a paradise as you prepare your seaside meal overlooking the ocean and rolling waves with dining options in the screened in porch or, out on the patio at the picnic table overlooking the ocean and beside the outdoor propane fire pit or inside the 14” vaulted ceiling panoramic ocean view dining room. Shop for your menu items at the local grocery store, mussel farm or lobster pound and accompany it should you choose with a paired wine from the local NSLC.

If you rather an evening out, there are several options to choose from ranging from fish and chip diner atmospheres to fine cuisine ocean front dining restaurants.
Build sandcastles, fly kites, enjoy a charcoal bbq on the beach, or just walk barefoot in the sand…relax and enjoy!

Dalhousie University residence rooms are open to individual tourists, groups, conference delegates and summer students. Our accommodations are affordable and daily or weekly rates are available. You can't beat the convenience. If you're here to see the sights, we're within minutes of many Halifax attractions. If you're part of a conference or event, staying on campus keeps you at the centre of activity. Dalhousie offers traditional style residence rooms, both single and double rooms, for the fraction of the price of a hotel. Truly everything you need; where you need to be.