Title: Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! Lakefront apartment with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! ![Property grounds - Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! (Porters lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84170000/84168000/84167926/5b8eef4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! 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(Porters lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84170000/84168000/84167926/59ee1928.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located on picturesque Porters Lake, this lakeside getaway offers a beautiful 2-bedroom apartment with modern comforts and quality furnishings. Enjoy scenic views of the lake from the open concept living room/kitchen/dining room, or unwind by the fire pit or dock. With kayaks and paddle boards at your disposal, explore the surrounding waters or simply relax in a hammock. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! Welcome to our beautiful piece of paradise where you’ll enjoy a beautiful lakeside getaway with all amenities included. Come enjoy the “East Coast lifestyle”. Located on picturesque Porters Lake - the most popular recreational/swimming lake in Nova Scotia and only 8 minutes from world class surfing at Lawrencetown beach! Book your surfing lesson at East Coast Surf School. We’re also close to many other white sand beaches, scenic walking/hiking trails, cozy cafes and museums. This spacious, self contained 2 bedroom apartment is tastefully decorated with quality furnishings and 3 stunning original South African paintings. Only steps away from our sandy beach, cedar playground, trampoline, fire pit, dock, hammock and 175ft of lake waterfront. Come relax with a glass of wine by the fire pit or go on a scenic adventure on one of the kayaks or paddle boards. There’s a gradual walkout into the lake making it ideal for children. The water is “brakish” (mix of salt and fresh water) and great for swimming (no leaches). Just make sure to pack water shoes as there are some rocks and shells. We also have a large foam floating water mat. There are yard games like ladder toss and rope toss. With so many amenities and fun activities many of our guests spend most of their vacation on site enjoying all that our property has to offer. We are conveniently located 15 minutes from Dartmouth Crossing, 30 minutes from Halifax waterfront, 40 minutes to Peggy’s Cove and 35 minutes from Halifax International Airport! The modern and bright kitchen is fully equipped with full size Fridgedaire Gallery stainless steel appliances (including dishwasher), coffee maker, convection toaster oven, electric kettle and all the cookware necessary to make a gourmet meal. There’s a walk in pantry to store your groceries where you’ll find the recycling bins. Condiments, oil, some spices, sugar, tea, and coffee are provided. We have a propane cooking pot for cooking lobster/seafood outside that’s available upon request. The open concept living room/kitchen/dining room has a beautiful view of the lake. The living area has a 50” Smart TV with Netflix and cable. The dining table will comfortably seat 6 people. There’s a stackable washer and dryer (shared with the adjacent apartment) conveniently located in the utility room just off the dining area stocked with laundry detergent. Please note that we have a maximum of 5 guests in this unit (2 queens and one twin foldable cot style bed - available upon request). The bathroom has a full size bathtub/shower, linen closet, double sinks with lots of storage. It’s fully stocked with fresh towels, facecloths, hand towels, body wash, hair dryer, and shampoo/conditioner. The 2 bedrooms have beautiful lake views and they’re located down the hallway away from the living space. Both bedrooms have queen sized beds with quality linens and blackout curtains. Each room has a large closet with shelves for storage and hangers for your clothing and personal items. The apartment is located on the bottom level of our 3 unit home. My family lives on the upper level and we have a second vacation rental on the bottom level. Please inquire if you have friends or family who would like to rent the other unit so you can vacation together. Both rentals have their own private entrance contactless smart locks for easy check-in and 2 free designated parking spots for each unit. Please keep in mind that the covered patio area is a shared space but each side has it’s own separate sitting area. There’s also a shared BBQ with propane provided. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered patio or on one of the many seating areas overlooking the lake. Book your lake side getaway today and come enjoy the “East Coast lifestyle”!! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smooth flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Paddleboard - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Composting - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 1,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105640000/105640000/105639971/e9669873.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Guest House - Porters Lake Porters Lake - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=105639971&PinnedHotelID=105639971&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108910000/108908200/108908103/fceb9be2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Property On Halifax's North West Arm Halifax - 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Dog must be crated if left alone. Please respect our property as if it’s your own. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number STR2526D1115 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.72279%2C-63.30552&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CY1jpO0UggyyRTW7eMHl-lvW38k=) Porters lake, NS #### What's nearby - Deermist Drive Park \- 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - Mill Lake \- 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - Christopher Lane Park \- 2 min drive \- 1.8 km - Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk \- 26 min drive \- 32.7 km - Dalhousie University \- 28 min drive \- 33.8 km #### Getting around - Halifax Station - 28 min drive - Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive - ‪Andy’s Chicken Scoop - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Hungry Beagle - ‬5 min drive - ‪Bentley’s Burgers & Fries - ‬6 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! ? ### What time is check-out at Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! ? ### Where is Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relaxing, fun family lakefront retreat - 30 mins to Halifax!! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allison E. Jul 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family getaway Great spot for all ages. Very well set up and family friendly. Had everything we needed! Host were very welcoming took great care of the property. ##### Allison E. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lise E. Jun 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### FANTASTIC !! Extremely well supplied with necessities. Very clean , well kept and well organized. Co.fy beds and bedding. Gillian and Scott go above and beyond if you need anything. Friendly and welcoming . Overall stay was AMAZING. Highly recommend. . Felt at home the moment we walked in. Would give 10 stars if that was a rating ! Lovely in every aspect. ##### Lise E. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa D. Jun 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home This property exceeded our expectations. Everything was immaculate and we felt at home the moment we stepped onto the property. Gillian was easy to talk with and reponded quickly; she cares about making her guests feel welcome. There are so many great activities to do on this property and found many great things to do within the area: Hope for Wildlife, Halifax, surfing, trails, and parks. ##### Melissa D. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### דנה ג. Oct 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### amazing beautiful, clean, you have everything you need and more! welcome to paradise! incredible view from every room! Colors of the sun rise, sun set on the lake are memorable! Our kids loved going out on the lake even though it was october! Thank you Gillian for all your help! ##### דנה ג. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Jul 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Bel endroit, beaucoup de commodités, accès au lac. 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