Oceanfront farmhouse retreat | Other in River John

5.0 (1 Review) |   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  8 Guests
Pictou County Other | Oceanfront farmhouse retreat

3 Bedroom Place in Pictou County, River John

Vintage Nova Scotia oceanfront home in quiet scenic location on the north shore of Nova Scotia with ocean views extending out to PEI. The farmhouse is surrounded by 16 acres of hay fields with a large 2+ acre mowed lawn great for a game of croquet, baseball etc. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 with a queen bed, and 1 with a double bed. Additional children's sleeping area possible on a double day bed in a curtained off "secret place".

Relax on one of the 4 decks/porches, including a screened and covered porch, a large deck off the kitchen with outside table and chairs, or the large second story deck (great for morning coffee!) -- all with ocean views, as well as the large front deck running the length of the house. From the upper deck you can spot the Pictou-PEI ferry in the distance, as well as the occasional cruise ship plying the Northumberland Strait.

Large open wooden beamed second floor great room with wide windows, accessed by stairs from kitchen or the outside stairway to the rear upper deck. Access to the beach by short walk to the ocean and down a wooden stairway.

Many local attractions including beach parks, fishing wharves, interesting villages with markets and community events
Half an hour to historic Pictou and the ferry to Prince Edward Island.

Oceanfront farmhouse retreat is located in Pictou County. Oceanfront farmhouse retreat provides accommodation, featuring Child Friendly, Laundry, among other amenities. This Other features Child Friendly, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Oceanfront farmhouse retreat has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Other because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Other, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Other has a friendly neighborhood, and the Pictou County has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Other in Pictou County, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Child Friendly
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bedroom
  • Dryer
Breakfast
  • Dining table
General
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Dining table

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 30
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No parties or events
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
No smoking

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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Reviews

Martin S.
Oct 10, 2022 06:24:06 AM
Review Score:   5
Summary: We spent a delightful month at this comfortable, well-appointed waterfront farmhouse with historic features situated on about 16 acres of land. Immediately apparent is how quiet and private it is. You'll also enjoy expansive views of the water, with PEI in the far distance. The best viewpoint is from the top deck of the house. The screened porch also is a great spot to lounge and take in views and the glorious sunset colours. The highlight of the trip for our family were the grey seals. They can be found basking in the sun or swimming just off the shore in front of the property, at least during the time of our stay. If you adore wildlife or you are a keen photographer (or both), you'll love it. There' are also abundant avian species in the area for all you birders. You can swim in front of the property, but the best beach can be found at MacDonald's Cove, only a short 2 min drive from the property or Skinner's Cove, about the same in the opposite direction along New Road. Be certain to keep track of the tides for the best conditions. If you're able to bring a kayak or paddleboard, you'll get to explore the nearby coast, which is mostly a sheltered waterway and remarkably free of motorised vessels. We wish we'd been able to bring ours. The nearby TransCanada trail, a former railway line converted into a mixed-used route, is a must for cyclists, especially those with gravel bikes. The trail can be accessed just south of River John and you can either choose to do short rides, or longer routes all the way to the historic town of Pictou or in the opposite direction, Pugwash via Tatamagouche. Locally, there are numerous museums and attractions within a short drive. Further afield, we took a few day trips to Joggins Fossil cliffs (UNESCO listed site about 1hr 40mins away), Halifax (approximately 1 hour and 40 mins ) and Lunenburg (2hrs 44mins) to sail on the famous Bluenose II. Book your tickets in advance during the peak season) The owners, Aline and Kevin, were perfect hosts and very responsive when we had questions or wanted advice for places to visit. If all of these activities and attractions tick your boxes, then this is the place for you. I'd recommend a longer stay to fully appreciate the location and give yourself time to wind down.
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