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Reviews of LUXURY APPOINTED RUSTIC COTTAGE VACATION RENTAL in the heart of Petty Harbour

LUXURY APPOINTED RUSTIC COTTAGE VACATION RENTAL in the heart of Petty Harbour
Petty Harbour, NL

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Robert has done an amazing job renovating the property, there is so much attention to detail and the design is very well thought out. At the time of writing the photos don't do it justice. The atmosphere is relaxing and pleasant to spend time in. There are some interesting things to look at in the living area too, including local interest books, musical instruments, games, pictures and a curio cabinet. The location is quiet and picturesque for those who prefer to be outside the city but is still a convenient drive from shops, attractions and St. John's. It's located right on the ECT, convenient for hiking. I visited for a solo photography getaway in winter. Keep in mind many businesses catering to tourists close for the season. However, if you like the great outdoors there's still much to see in the area within a 1 hour drive and you won't have to deal with crowds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Petty Harbour
The cottage was all that was shown and more. Anything that you could think of that would be needed was provided. The host, Bob, was very helpful and provided helpful tips about the cottage and the area to make the most of our visit. A high quality experience staying here. I'd highly recommend it to anyone basing themselves out of the St. John's area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed Our Stay
Loved this property. It was situated in a perfect location and the host was great. Corner store and great restaurant within a minute or two walk. Would stay here again the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable cottage in scenic location
Very comfortable property with everything you need in a scenic location with nearby attractions, and an attentive and helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We highly recommend this cottage. It’s got everything you need for a stay in Petty Harbor. There’s enough to do in Petty Harbor, relax, hike, fish or go on a boat tour to see whales and other wildlife. The locals are are accommodating and everyone we ran into was nice. The cottage has a modern feel with enough rustic charm to let you know you are someplace special. Generous kitchen, the deck has outstanding views of the harbor and some ocean too. There are so many little extras like the lighted drawers in the bedrooms and the charging plugs right by the beds that make this place so comfortable. And even though we didn’t turn the tv on once, there’s a great dvd collection for that rainy day you just want to chill inside. We really hope to return here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Corry Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Overall a great staging spot to your the area. Comfortable cottage with all of the amenities needed. After a couple of initial glitches all went well except for some late night music from the very close neighbour.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our vacatiln
Really enjoyed it host very accommodating.. all the suplies you could ask for, evan smoked salmon in the fridge
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Cottage, Picturesque Location/View, and Wonderful Host
Wow! Bob's Cottage Hill was an outstanding experience for us. We loved being relatively close to St. John's (could drive there in ~20 minutes) while still enjoying the quiet, serenity, and gorgeous view of Petty Harbour. The Petty Harbour location is relatively close to St. John's (and to Witless Bay and really close to Cape Spear Lighthouse) and also to newer communities in the area for daily supplies (though Bob has provided most of anything one would need). Bob is a welcoming host who answered questions and provided us with ideas for things to see and do in the area. He has stocked his cottage with all types of things that a traveler might need. Having a large dedicated sparking space next to the cottage was also convenient. The cottage also has many electrical outlets and USB connections and really fast Wifi. We loved returning to this cottage after busy days in St. John's and on the Avalon Peninsula and were sorry we had to leave! We had planned much to do while in the area during the day because we'd rather be out and about seeing things than stuck in a hotel room, but this cottage made us wish we had left more time to enjoy its comfort, ambiance, and view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome view of Bay, Host very friendly and helpful . Great place to stay !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Robert F.

great spot
great spot, very cool watching a working fishing harbor, the cabin has everything you may need, with a good restaurant just a short walk away. I wish we had a few more days
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable and well-equipped cottage
Everything we could need was provided in this rental. Bob, our host, was very easy to communicate with, checked on us during our stay and made the effort to personally meet us. The fishing village of Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove is very picturesque although it is a bit of a distance from the city center. One would definitely need a car for this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2023
I am very happy you enjoyed your stay at CottageHill Petty Harbour. Although cabs are available back and forth to downtown St. John's , having a car at your disposal is much more convenient. It's a 15 min drive to downtown St. John's, and cabs run about $30 each way. There is a beautiful walking trail from the cottage in Petty Harbour, to St. John's, but it is still quite a hike. It takes about an hour and a half.

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2023
It was a pleasure hosting Robin at CottageHill . They were so considerate of the property, and they were great guests. I trust they had a memorable time in Newfoundland, and it would be a pleasure to see them again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Craig H., Ottawa, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We had an absolutely wonderful time. The cottage had everything we needed and then some, it’s very well equipped, but if there was anything else needed Bob was close by and very happy to help. The view of the harbour is spectacular. We wished we had booked more time. And hope to be back some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne L., Cambridge, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
What a gem in the heart of Petty Harbour
This is a gem buried in the heart of Petty Harbour. This cozy home was outstanding, so well laid out, amenities offered amongst the best I have ever experienced in a home rental ever and incredibly well located! I highly, highly recommend this place and hope to return to it again. Thank you Bob, your home rental is fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional
Bob is the most thoughtful host we have ever encountered. The cottage is well appointed, and fully stocked. Just move in and enjoy. Terrific library as well. Back deck is a delight. Steep incline to get into the cottage but we managed it easily.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B., Waterford, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in a lovely cottage
We had the best time here and had everything our family needed and Bob was the best host and so accommodating. Could not have had a better place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week
This was one of the nicest rentals I’ve stayed in. It was in a stunning location. The house is really comfortable and stylish and the host has thought of everything you could possibly need to make your stay perfect. High quality furniture and fittings. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage and Location
This cottage comes fully equipped with everything you would need. The beds are extremely comfortable and the unit is very clean. The cottage is nicer than what the pictures depict. Bob is very accommodating and checks to make sure you are comfortable. We would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gareth F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty Petty Harbour
Property was wonderful. Great location, good parking. Has been renovated, fantastic. Everything you need, lovely view from deck. The owner Rob is great, on our last night he brought freshly caught squid, he showed me how to prepare them and we bbq"d calamari. Awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janine R., Toronto, ON, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful all round
Bob was super helpful.everything was terrific
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation!
We can't say enough great things about this little hidden gem. Bob was an excellent host and available to us throughout our stay. When we asked questions, he was quick to respond and was really helpful with everything! The location of Petty Harbour is a perfect spot - close enough to drive into St. John's easily, but yet we were in a small but active fishing harbour that gave us a real sense of Newfoundland life. The cottage itself had everything we needed, right down to board games and comfy bathrobes in each bedroom. Great little touches throughout. We would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Art F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Petty Harbour Cottage Hill
Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dominic D., Edmundston Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place in Petty Harbour!
Robert is the best host we ever had. We love the property!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julian K., St. John’s, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a night away
Perfect spot for a getaway. Robert the owner was very easy to communicate with. The house has all the amenities. It was perfect! He had speakers in every room, and a very modern feel with some rustic aspects as well! I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem in Petty Harbour
Wonderful spot to stay. Well supplied kitchen with every convenience - great view of the harbour from there Tastefully decorated - all the extras - games, books, great speakers, big screen tv .... bed so comfy. I would return for sure. Thankyou Bob
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Getaway
This property is a hidden gem, it was perfect for our girls group of 4 to get away from the city for some R&R and not have the hassle of a long drive. The location is ideal! The property is impeccably maintained and the owner has created a little Petty harbour oasis. Bob thank you for your hospitality and for being immediately responsive to any questions we had. I have a feeling this will be an annual event! Cheers, Jess, Adele, Penny and Allie
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Hill
Quaint fishing village close to St John’s. Very relaxing! Cottage was well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2023
We are always happy that are guests have great experiences staying at CottageHill Petty Harbour. We hope to see you again.

8/10 Good

G Dianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage in beautiful Petty Harbour!
Bob was a great host that made sure we very comfortable. He has the cottage very welled stocked and we wanted for nothing. It is such a lovely spot with great views of the little harbour. We were able to visit with family and see the sites which were never far away. We had a lot of fun and laughs with Bob and can't wait to come back. Thanks again for sharing your little piece of heaven with us. We will leave with great memories. Until we meet again, Dianne & Bruce
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautifully appointed cottage and true to the online pictures with everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ted S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Petty Harbour
We had a great trip visiting St. Johns. We stayed in Petty Harbour which was a perfect location to explore both the city and some of the surrounding sites. The house was very clean and well appointed. Bob very helpful answering any questions we had. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Amazing location, very lovely place!
We had an amazing stay in Petty Harbour, lovely place just 15 minutes from St. John’s. Would definitely recommend this location to anyone visiting the St John’s area. Robert was an amazing host - thanks so much for everything!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

A quiet, clean, cozy and well stocked cottage.
This beautiful, clean and well stocked cottage was perfect for our stay in Petty Harbour. We would most definitely stay here again and have recommended the cottage to many friends and family. The host was available whenever needed and very kind and helpful. We would stay here again in a heart beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Turnaround
It’s the second time i rented this place and i love that! It’s the perfect quiet place to relax with an incredible view on the patio! Robert is the best owner you can have! Always there if you need some thing!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2020