The Rose Bay Homestead | House in Rose Bay

Summary:
Step back in time to enjoy the warmth and charm of an authentic Homestead with all the modern amenities. The Rose Bay Homestead is 32 acres of forest and fields on the Atlantic Ocean. You can wander back behind the house through the fields to discover forested trails, or walk from the front of the house across the road, where another field takes you down to a sheltered cove, perfect for canoeing, tide-pooling, or watching the sunset from the Boathouse deck. For event rentals, please inquire.
The Space:
The Rose Bay Homestead is ideal for a large family, or multiple families who love nature and outdoor fun. It’s a 4 minute drive to two of the best beaches in NS: Hirtle’s Beach and Kingsburg Beach, 2 min drive to Sand Dollar Beach, and 1 min to the Rose Bay General Store and Café. It’s a 15 min drive to historic Lunenburg, the UNESCO World Heritage Site with restaurants and shopping, and only a 1.5 hour drive from the Halifax International Airport. How perfect!
The Farmhouse: This 150 year-old Farmhouse is in good condition and has just undergone a facelift, inside and out, with fresh paint, carpet and furniture. Facing the ocean, the house comfortably sleeps 9 people (13 including the sofa beds). Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms: 2 rooms each have a queen bed, dresser and sitting area, 1 smaller room has a double bed, dresser, and closet. There’s a full bathroom located upstairs with a bay window, double sink vanity, tub and shower combination (with whirlpool option). On the main floor, a long 4th bedroom doubles as a den, sleeping 5 with a bunk bed (single over double) and a sofa that pulls out into a double bed. The den also offers a flat screen TV, DVD, Blu-Ray and VCR (Netflix and a large Blu-Ray, DVD and VHS collection included). The living room, dining room, and kitchen follow an open concept floor plan. The living room also has a sofa that pulls out into a double bed, an oak table, a sound system that hooks into a computer or iPod, a quality library, kids’ toys and books, and an ocean view. The dining room seats 14, with a server cabinet and a china cabinet at either end, and French doors opening onto the back deck. The sunny, south-facing deck runs the length of the house at the back. It is equipped with a BBQ, 2 tables and chairs for outdoor dining. The kitchen is fully equipped for those who love to cook. Household appliances include: full fridge and extra half fridge, chest freezer, microwave, electric stove and oven, dishwasher, coffee makers of every style, kettle, toaster, blender, handheld mixer, washing machine and drier, iron and ironing board, and 2 vacuum cleaners. The laundry nook is off the kitchen hall and contains a half bathroom (toilet and sink). Linens and towels are provided but guests should bring their own beach towels. A clothesline is located in the backyard for drying beach towels and bathing suits. Heating in fall and winter is provided by an oil furnace with forced air throughout the house; electric baseboard heaters are located in top floor rooms to boost the heat, making it a cozy vacation rental year-round. There is WiFi throughout the house and a compact office work station with a printer, scanner, and copier in the den.
The Barn: The Barn is available for storing bikes (rentals obtainable in Lunenburg) or on rainy days there is an arts and crafts centre for kids of all ages (art supplies are provided for use). Note that the Barn does not have plumbing but it now has electricity with some overhead lights and electrical outlets (ideal for tent weddings or events in the field behind the barn - for event rentals, contact Over Sea).
The Boathouse: On the water’s edge, the old Boathouse has a small deck with chairs to enjoy a view of the water, as well as a fire circle for bonfires by the rocky beach. The Boathouse has a locking door and is available for storing your own kayaks or canoes. Canoes and Kayaks may also be rented in Lunenburg.
The Property: Behind the house, a lovely trail leads deep into the forest to a blind (tree house) for wildlife viewing (use at your own risk). The property backs onto the Lower LaHave Commons, a forested conservation area, which affords a great expanse of contiguous habitat for wildlife like deer, fox, coyote, black bear, porcupine, snowshoe hare, and a diversity of birdlife. We restored the old Mossman homestead to one piece by purchasing two separate parcels of land divided by Kingsburg Road (the farm and the ocean lot, now equaling 32 acres). Original farmsteads with acreage, deep forest, water views and ocean access are becoming difficult to find – and ours is less than fifteen minutes from historic Lunenburg! Our goal is to provide an opportunity for families to relax, reconnect with nature and with each other during a summer of fun that will last a lifetime in memory.
Guest Access:
It's all yours: Farmhouse, Barn, Boathouse, Waterfront on Rose Bay, and 32 acres of field, forest, and rocky beach. It's your own private wildlife conservation area! If you love nature, this is heaven!
The Neighborhood:
‘Ideal for a large family, or multiple families who love nature and outdoor fun. It’s a 4 minute drive to two of the best beaches in Nova Scotia: Hirtle’s Beach and Kingsburg Beach, and 1 min to the Rose Bay General Store and Café. It’s a 15 min drive to historic Lunenburg, the UNESCO World Heritage Site with restaurants and shopping, and only a 1.5 hour drive from the Halifax International Airport. How perfect!
Getting Around:
A car is necessary for getting around in this rural area, but biking, canoeing and walking are other highly enjoyable ways to see the sights.
Interaction with Guests:
We will make every effort to meet you and welcome you when you arrive, or we will have someone do this on our behalf. We live in Halifax, only 1.5 hours away, so we are accessible if needed, but otherwise, the place is yours to enjoy on your own. We prefer summer bookings that are Sunday to Sunday whenever possible. Thank you.

The Rose Bay Homestead is located in Lower Rose Bay. The Rose Bay Homestead provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, Kitchen, among other amenities. This House features Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Rose Bay Homestead has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 13 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 House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, 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. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Lower Rose Bay has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Lower Rose Bay, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.