Sea Escape 2-3 bedroom, with ocean views. 20 minutes from Halifax

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A Local Secret. Come and enjoy the views from the wharf only 150 yds away

FAMOUS Crystal Crescent Beach (10 minute drive). People swim through the year.

Sunrises are amazing. Why not come and see for yourself

The main bedroom with a Queen size bed, amazing views overlooking the harbor

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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 688.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Fireplace
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Ketch Harbour, NS

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
‪24 min drive‬
Dalhousie University
‪24 min drive‬
Halifax Citadel
‪25 min drive‬
Halifax, NS (YWF-Downtown Waterfront Heliport)
‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

'Sea Escape' offers a quiet and relaxing environment to enjoy the beautiful Harbour and Atlantic Sea Views, yet within driving distance to Halifax and the Airport and other attractions.
We are situated on the famous Sambro loop, just south of Halifax, which also includes the delightful and stunning Crystal Crescent Beach (only 10 mins away).
We are within driving distance to many of Nova Scotia's attractions such as Peggy's Cove, Lunenbourg and many other tourist destinations .
Sea Escape is ideal for couples and small families in the recently refurbished upstairs accommodation which offer amazing views of the Harbour and the Atlantic ocean only a few yards away.
Come and Relax and Enjoy the new public Wharf only a short stroll away.
The area offers many trails and hikes and suites all travelers whatever the reason for your visit.
We are usually around if you require any information of assistance but usually leave guests to enjoy the peaceful environment to explore on their own.

Please not that we do have cameras on the outside to capture the amazing sunrises overlooking the Harbour and the occasional animal such as Deer, Racoons and Bear that have been seen in the area.

Please let us know if you have any questions of if we can do anything to make your stay more enjoyable

Property manager

Dominic and Rachael

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

No Safety gate on stairs and damages charged

Events

No events allowed

NO Noise or disruption Please (eg wild parties)

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

$500 cleaning charge applies for smoking inside

By booking you have read and agreed to the rules

Quiet time between 11.00pm-8.00am Please respect the community.

Please check the correct amount of people are on the reservation. Any person not on the reservation may be charged $95 per person per night

Important information

You need to know

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

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: NO Noise or disruption Please (eg wild parties)

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-203051240121325576-14, STR2425B3244

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ketch Harbour

Located in Ketch Harbour, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Halifax Citadel and Chebucto Head Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Museum of Natural History and Emera Oval. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Scotiabank Centre or Dartmouth Sportsplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ketch Harbour, NS

What's nearby

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 24 min drive - 23.9 km
Dalhousie University - 24 min drive - 23.4 km
Scotiabank Centre - 25 min drive - 24.0 km
Casino Nova Scotia - 25 min drive - 24.2 km
Halifax Citadel - 25 min drive - 23.7 km

Getting around

Halifax Station - 44 min drive
Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pavia Gallery Espresso Bar and Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪Now We're Cookin - ‬11 min drive
‪Sambro Fisheries Ltd - ‬6 min drive
‪Singapore Suite - ‬9 min drive
‪Jollimore Seafoods - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea Escape 2-3 bedroom, with ocean views. 20 minutes from Halifax pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sea Escape 2-3 bedroom, with ocean views. 20 minutes from Halifax?

As of 20 April 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Escape 2-3 bedroom, with ocean views. 20 minutes from Halifax on 21 April 2025 start from NZ$325.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Sea Escape 2-3 bedroom, with ocean views. 20 minutes from Halifax?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea Escape 2-3 bedroom, with ocean views. 20 minutes from Halifax?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sea Escape 2-3 bedroom, with ocean views. 20 minutes from Halifax located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Duncans Cove Nature Reserve and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Chebucto Head Lighthouse. Sambro Harbour Lighthouse and Pennant Harbour Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

2 November 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ketch Habour in October

Ketch Habour is a beautiful little community. The view from our rental was amazing! We could see the ocean out the main bedroom. The rooms were lovely and easily accommodated two children and three adults. There were even toys for the kids! The hosts were extremely welcoming and informative of what was available in the area. We would love to return!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha D.

25 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and quaint

Perfectly situated on the edge of Halifax only a 20 min drive away. This cute little house has great views of the Harbour ftom the one room and is quite cozy. Perfect for 2 friends getting away for R&R and doing research at the same time

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

5 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wishing we could have stayed longer!

Dominic and Rachael have a charming spot with a stunning view in Ketch Harbour. We were excited to find a Vrbo that was both available for a single night (since we were booked into another spot the following night), and had a view of the ocean for my partner who was travelling and seeing the East Coast for the first time. I was really pleased with the timely and friendly correspondance that Dominic started as soon as we confirmed the reservation, and I found they were very easy to reach through the booking and staying process. At check-in, we had Dominic greet us in person - he and his family live in the adjoining and below units of the house that contains this upstairs rental unit. We loved the easy access to a picturesque public wharf just down the road and within view from the property. Dominic was generous enough to encourage us to take a shortcut through his front yard to access the sunset view, which really helped us feel at home and less awkward as we hadn’t realized the rental property was a unit within a family home. We could see why people book longer term rentals at this spot for its amazing location and beautiful bedroom view. Come prepared to make meals using a toaster oven/air fryer, induction hub and microwave as there is not a full kitchen. We can’t wait to come back to enjoy the kayaks when we have more time! Be sure to mention your interest in any of the advertised amenities ahead of time to ensure you get to access to them if you’re shorter on time.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

19 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Baby Boomers from New England visiting Nova Scotia!

We loved everything about this rental!! It was very lovely, very convenient and perfect for the four of us for 3 overnights!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

16 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ketch

Beautiful coastal area, Enjoy the scenery, hiking and swimming in the ocean. Everyone very friendly in the area with a small community feeling.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

30 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Place was great, walking distance to pier. A bit of a drive for supplies. Lots of room for everyone including 1.5 bathrooms. Was quite hot when we arrived after a very long drive, no AC was not great thing for us, but lucky it cooled down a bit making sleeping better later on. Could hear other people in other unit below us from our bedroom when trying to sleep. Would have liked a washer/dryer in the unit to freshen towels etc. The Hosts were very friendly and helpful.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhea D.

19 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful location and hosts are super friendly and helpful

This was the perfect location and space for myself my daughter and my niece. We had a wonderful stay and the views were outstanding. Very cozy.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad A.

11 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite and Relaxing

The place is really clean and the views of the bay from the room were breathtaking. Also being able to have a meal on the dock and watching boats in the bay was very relaxing. I would stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

6 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Cute.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn H.

22 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy with a great view

Enjoyed the warm hospitality of the hosts and cozy apartment, just a short drive from Halifax. Great access to the city while enjoying a stay on the water. Highly recommended!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hong L.

12 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay at this very neat and lovely place. It's quiet, close to the Halifax, and within 3 mins walking distance to the wharf, making it perfect for fishing whenever you want. The owners are incredibly nice and responds quickly to any questions. Highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Carol D.

2 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ketch Harbour

Our host was lovely. She provided suggestions that we appreciated. The place was clean and the beds comfortable. The kitchen and bedrooms are upstairs which was fine with us, but may not be for some. The kitchen area and fridge are small which posed a bit of a challenge because there were five of us.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W., Harwood, Canada

30 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Spot

Great property, great view and even greater hosts. Everything you need to experience the real Nova Scotia

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

alma b.

17 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

good vibes

host very nice people we like the place and the location

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Yannick M.

15 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Trop petit pour 6 personne et une seule douche et vue partielle

Propreté bien

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David E.

12 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Crib!

Enjoyed the property, views and overall peaceful surroundings. Very nice property owners! Worth the trip!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

22 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Better then we could have imagined ! Between the ice cream social on the dock, the welcoming community and the stunning views ...just wow ! Couldnt recommend more !

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

5 October 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great hosts!

Ketch Harbour is a quiet, peaceful community. Dominic and Rachel were wonderful hosts. We were there through hurricane Fiona in 2022 and although we were without power for 2 days, we were well cared for and they made sure all our basic needs were met. The place was exactly as listed.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Loretta B.

18 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Gracious Hosts

The property was clean and as advertised and the location was ideal for exploring the south shore or quick trips into Halifax. Dominic and Rachel are gracious hosts who did everything to make our stay memorable. While we were there, they offered suggestions for activities and tips for sight-seeing as well as made sure that we were comfortable. They were quick to respond to any questions prior to the trip as well.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber T., Indiana

7 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean breezes to wake us every morning

Great place for our family of four adults! Loved the view of the harbor. Limited kitchen but we were able to eat continental breakfasts with the toaster oven and small fridge. Watch the water temp…when it says hot water it means HOT!!!! Hosts were great and responsive!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

14 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and welcoming apartment

My 17 year old son and I stayed at the apartment while visiting universities in the Halifax area. It was wonderful to be able to have easy access to the city while also being able to retreat to the amazing beauty of Ketch Cove. The apartment is comfy, has great views and everything you need for a stay. Dominic and Rachael are about the nicest people you will ever meet, and they were very responsive and helpful with any questions we had. Highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Razan K.

3 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Recommended to Visit

My friends and I stayed at the Sea Escape 2 over the weekend for a mini-vacation, and we had an amazing experience! The location is perfectly placed in the center of nearby attractions: Crystal Crescent Beach was 10 minutes away in one direction, and Duncan Cove hiking trails were closer to 5 minutes away in the other direction. Halifax is not too far away either, so you are not completely isolated if you need something from the city. The property itself was very well thought out. The aesthetic and style were very cozy and welcoming, with an amazing oceanfront view to wake up to just outside your window. It truly fits the Sea Escape theme! We were blown away by how much care and attention to detail was put into the place. Rachael and Dominic are very humble and welcoming. They really put a lot of care and love into the place and into making sure visitors are taken care of with just as much love. We felt at home away from home and we couldn't have asked for a better host! Thank you for the amazing experience! I will definitely be coming back again for more adventures!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

25 March 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location and hosts

We stayed for a week and enjoyed our stay in Ketch Harbour. The place was very clean, tidy and had everything that was needed for a comfortable stay. The location is very close to the harbour and there’s a beautiful ocean view from the bedroom. There are lots of other coves and bays nearby to explore as well. Rachael and Dominic are amazing hosts and are very helpful and welcoming. They both have good recommendations for places to see in and around Ketch Harbour and Halifax. I highly recommend their place at Ketch Harbour. Thanks again!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dominic and Rachael

We love to travel and meet new people. We have therefore taken our experiences from our travels to ensure our guests receive a great experience and standards from our accommodation and location by sharing tips and experiences which providing essential to make your stay more enjoyable. Just let us know if we can do anything to make your stay more enjoyable
We enjoy walking, cycling, photography, travelling.

Why they chose this property

The accommoadtion and Ketch harbour area is great for getaways.... It is close to the ocean/harbour views, close to the famous Crystal Crescent Beach, yet close enough to Halifax and other shopping areas and places of interest. We are based on the Sambro loop which has many trails, and experiences to offer. Other popular areas of interest such as Peggys cove, Lunenburg, Chester and Mahone Bay can be visited by car. You can relax and enjoy the ocean views, large garden, BBQ and stroll down to the newly rebuilt public wharf. We have had numerous birds visit us including Humming birds. There is something for everyone!

What makes this property unique

Ocean views
Harbour walks
Trails
Crystal Crescent Beach
Mishoos take out and convenience store only a few minutes away
Halifax easy to commute to
Relax and enjoy

Languages:

English

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Common area 1

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

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Bathroom 2

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