4 Bed (Sleeps 8) persons Vacation Rental with cottage, private dock and beach.

Chester Basin, Nova Scotia
$523 avg/night Minimum Stay 5 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 5 nights

Min Stay

Custom built, architect-designed, open concept house and separate country-style cottage, Swallow Point Retreat sits high among trees, overlooking the ocean on three sides and has its own private beach and dock.

This property is available for vacation rental as house with cottage.

The house features soaring ceilings and walls of glass windows that let in lots of natural light and make the most of its woodland and waterside setting. This unique architecture gives a unique two storey floorplan for living and sleeping.

The main family room is open to the second floor and has a seating area with woodburning fireplace, as well as a raised area with doors leading out onto an expansive deck overlooking the water. This room also features two loft sleeping areas suitable for older children, one on each side of the room, accessed by ladders and with railings on the sides. Underneath each loft is a closet and desk area, which can be screened by drapes.

Also on the main floor are the kitchen with breakfast bar, dining room with wrap-around deck and full bathroom. There is a pull-down Murphy Bed in the dining room, which can be closed off for privacy.

The Master Bedroom suite is upstairs. Occupying all of the second level it is open to sound from the living rooms below but the Queen size bed and separate home office area cannot be seen. There is also a washroom with shower as well as laundry.

The Master Bedroom suite is upstairs. Occupying all of the second level it is open to sound from the living rooms below but the Queen size bed and separate home office area cannot be seen.There is also a washroom with shower and laundry.

The two bed, one bath Cottage is situated a short distance from the main house. It has a living room with woodburning fireplace and dining table, small kitchen with breakfast bar, including convection microwave, two ceramic hotplates, fridge freezer drawer and washer /dryer. Bedroom with Queen size bed; bedroom with bunkbeds and room for a cot (or two single beds). Bathroom with tub/shower combo.

The property is in extensive private grounds reached by a long driveway. Steps lead down to its own private sand beach and dock.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 55 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3000 Sq Ft (279 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Office Printer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Privileges Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Hospital Near The Bay Near The Sea On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Kirstie F.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    Our stay was fantastic. The guest house was an added bonus for our family. The views were beautiful and it was a lovely spot to spend time with our family. Only draw back was the primary bed was old so our sleeps were not stellar.

  • Micah C.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 25, 2024

    Really enjoyed this property with our family, breathtaking views and not too far from town

  • Steven S.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    PLUSES: • Dramatic home high on a hill on the end of a peninsula with water on three sides visible through three sets of two-story tall walls of glass and from open deck. • Magnificent panoramic view on open deck of Chester Basin (no waves). • Tiny private beach & dock • Close to Chester & Mahone Bay and their basic supermarkets • Lunenburg an easy drive • Responsive agent manages property • Cute small 2 bedroom bunkie with kitchen, 2 BR, 1 bathroom included • Private location, ultra quiet, fun to listen to the loons • Nice screened / glass porch • House won 1991 Nova Scotia design award • Good whole-house water filtration system—well water tastes and smells fine • All Nova Scotians are always so nice! • The minuses did not overpower the pluses (for us) MINUSES: • There are no real bedrooms: the Master BR is an open private loft on upper level with bathroom • There are two small loft beds accessed by steep ladders on either side of one (of two) living rooms. Murphy Bed is in the dining room • One bathroom on the 1st floor • ALL rooms on BOTH levels are separated by a few steps up and down which may be fall hazards to seniors or toddlers – ie steps up to master bed and from DR to kitchen • The stairway to the small beach is about six flights down (and up) stairway • Cleaning crew does not do an adequate job on the kitchen; agent said he would address that; there were dirty pots and appliances; dishwasher is long-in-the-tooth / marginal • TV but not live streaming

  • James C.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2024

    Stayed Jun 18, 2024

    The main house was stunning and the view of the basin was amazing. The windows and decks gave an upscale tree house feeling. We may have seen seals! The cabin was quaint and beautifully decorated. Both homes were clean. We had everything we needed, even to make a fire on a chilly night. The stairs to the dock and beach were steep but there were benches in several spots on the way to rest. The path along the waterline was scenic. The location was secluded and quiet. There were plenty of nearby restaurants. We would definitely return and recommend this gorgeous home.

  • Corinne J.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2023

    Stayed Sep 9, 2023

    Fantastic views!

  • Cathy D.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2022

    Stayed Sep 7, 2022

    Spectacular

  • Robert C.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2022

    Stayed Jun 25, 2022

    Wonderfully located in Chester Bassin, overlooking the ocean, this is the perfect house to spend a holiday in Nova Scotia.

  • Erin C.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2022

    Stayed Jul 16, 2022

    Another perfect week behind us from staying at this unique and private property in Chester Basin. Close enough to the amenities of Chester and an easy drive to Mahone Bay, this property offers a tranquil escape from the every day. This is our second year staying at Swallow Point, and we were just as thrilled as before with the property, the main house and the separate cottage. Swimming off the dock was a real joy, the kids were exhausted by 9pm, the sunsets overlooking the water were spectacular, and everyone slept soundly. What more could you ask for in Nova Scotia?

  • Brenda M.

    Submitted Apr 25, 2022

    Stayed Apr 3, 2022

    What a unique and memorable stay we had at this breathtakingly beautiful property! The house won a well-deserved architectural award in the 1990s-the property is amazing with views from every window. I walked the gorgeous path along the point every day-very peaceful and just exactly what my friend and I hoped for and more. The house is very well-equipped for everything you need for your stay. The location was private yet only a short drive into Chester and Mahone Bay if you care to drag yourself away from those views! Paul was very prompt at getting back to us for little things we needed. The little cottage was an extra treat and also very well-equipped - can't say enough positive things about this beautiful property!

  • Janet B.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2021

    Stayed Sep 14, 2021

    Enjoyed 10 days at this wonderful property. The main house is large and airy with enormous windows that provided breathtaking views of Chester Basin. The cottage is a delight and very cosy. Highly recommend this very private property.

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$523+
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