Family-friendly vacation rentals in St.Mary's Bay

Oakleaf Lake Retreat *serene private hot tub*

Welcome to our tranquil lake front cottage located in quiet Saint Joseph, Nova Scotia. Enjoy peaceful evenings around the camp fire along side the lake. Oakleaf Lake Retreat is the perfect place to recharge from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you're taking advantage of our canoe/kayak, taking a peaceful walk in the woods, or reading on the front deck, you're guaranteed to enjoy the serenity of being in the wild. Come discover everything the Municipality of Clare has to offer!

Unique stay with ,Wi-Fi, hot tub, nature views

The Big Dipper Dome is the perfect place for a relaxing get away or a cozy romantic weekend. This dome has all the amenities of home including a heat pump, smart TV and wifi. Just a short walk away is a full personal bathroom with an indoor shower, toilet and sink all while keeping the same natural feel. The dome boarders a field that often has lots of deer and other animals and is located on a property with waterfront access. This place is perfect for your next stargazing get away.

2 Bedroom Ocean View Apartment

Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for activities and fun. Located on site at The Wheelhouse Seafood and Pasta in Belliveaus Cove. Sit back, relax and enjoy roasting smore's over the campfire. You'll be within walking distance of Belliveau Cove Municipal Park. The park features a 5km walking trail, a craft center, and a light house. Between May and September the park also hosts a Farmers Market on Saturday's from 10am to 2pm. During low tide you can dig for clams!

Au Ford du Lac

In the rural Acadian community of Clare, you will find our fully equipped, recently updated, 1 bedroom + loft A-Frame style chalet sitting on a quiet lake. The beautiful view can be enjoyed from wall to wall windows, wrap around deck, or while sitting in the hot tub. Loft: 1 king & 1 single bed - excellent for traveling with children. Downstairs bedroom: 1 queen bed. Living room: double pull out sofa & futons. We live next door so let us know if anything is missing during your stay!

Adventure Cabin too!

Kick back and relax in this spacious lakeside heat pump, infloor heated cottage, new August 2023. The separate bedroom with queen bed, has a beautiful barn slide door. The main living area has a queen sofa couch. Enjoy gorgeous sunsets or a campfire by the lake . For your added pleasure is a six man, hot tub, nestled in the woods under a beautiful gazebo - shared with one (2 person) cottage. Free use of kayaks, paddle boards, mountain bikes, swim in the lake, or enjoy leisure walks.

The River Dome

Escape into nature with a stay in one of our luxury domes. Fully equipped kitchen with cookware, dishes, utensils, etc, as well as coffee and tea. Private bathroom with a toilet, shower, and essential toiletries. Two queen size beds with a loft space. The outdoor area includes a BBQ, private electric hot tub, and patio furniture. Kayaks are available during the summer months, as well as a communal fire pit. **Please note, there is a short walk down a hill to get to the dome**

The Boathouse - “Oceanfront” (Kayaks & Firepit)

Welcome to The Boathouse! Conveniently located in the Municipality of Barrington, known as the Lobster Capital of Canada. Unwind at this uniquely built, rustic cabin situated next to the ocean. At high tide, you will wake up to the sound of waves splashing beneath your window. Enjoy the beautiful views from the outside decks or take a kayak and explore. The wildlife is all around. When night falls sit back and relax at the fire pit as you look out on the ocean. Enjoy your stay!

Private Lakeside Cottage in Yarmouth

Small private lakefront cottage. Secluded property next to the beautiful Ellenwood Provincial Park, full of hiking/walking trails. Rustic, and undergoing minor renovations, but a very cozy, clean place to stay. The Lake is clean and great for swimming! Full kitchen with most everything, an outdoor fire pit for nice nights, and a piano for rainy days. Heat pump, BBQ, fibre op, & Roku TV + Netflix! Wood stove is functional for extra heat and ambiance, wood not included however.

Ocean view, modern style studio apartment.

NO CLEANING FEE!!! Located in West Pubnico, 840 square feet of open space decorated in mid century modern style and all white shiplap. There is a 3 piece bathroom with a shower. The rental is above our garage and set back from our house. You will have a beautiful view of the ocean and a path to walk down to the shore. We are close to a grocery store, liquor store, hardware store, banks, church, and a 30 minute drive to Yarmouth or a 2.5 hour drive to Halifax. Sunsets are free.

The Lake House (private hot tub and sauna)

We would like to share this piece of our paradise with you, located on a tranquil, crystal clear lake. Acres of land, a sandy beach hidden behind a well-groomed property sprinkled with beautiful tall trees disappearing into the Acadian forest. Includes: private hot tub and firepit, shared sauna, cold plunge, lake access, public wood fired hot tub (great for groups when booking one than more cabin) canoe, kayaks, paddle boards, pedal boat, sandy beach, floating mat and more.

The Owl's Nest Wilderness Cottage

Come experience farm life for yourself and stay at The Owl’s Nest Wilderness Cottage – our private, off grid retreat that boasts open pastures, wildlife and a warm Nova Scotia welcome! Tucked between Bear River, Annapolis Royal, and Kejimkujik National Park, Owl King Orchard is a 70 acre farm dotted with highland cattle, sheep, goats and winding forest trails. If you’re coming to unwind or to explore the local area, there is plenty of fun to be had all year ‘round.

Geodome water view stay on Grand Manan Island

Situated on picturesque Grand Manan Island, this geodesic dome has a beautiful view the ocean. You can see Swallowtail Lighthouse and the Grand Manan Ferry as it comes and goes. This new stay has two queen beds, one on the first floor and one in the loft. Equipped with a full kitchen, bathroom, deck, lawn, fire pit and hot tub. Visit Grand Manan Island and stay in our luxurious dome!