Title: 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water! Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83730000/83723700/83723634/c5d409f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83730000/83723700/83723634/9b476da2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83730000/83723700/83723634/6b9e7123.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83730000/83723700/83723634/a5b09e3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83730000/83723700/83723634/3d845385.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on a private peninsula, Lake William Cottage offers an idyllic lakeside retreat. Unwind with loved ones by the outside fire, or challenge friends to a game of shuffleboard in the cozy basement bar. The nearby airport and downtown are within easy reach. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102336 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water! This private lakeside cottage on a peninsula is surrounded by 800 feet of water frontage on Lake William and has been chosen as one of Vrbo's 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year! This property can comfortably accommodate up to 8 guests with 4 queen beds located in the 3 upstairs bedrooms...or up to 10 guests with our separate Guesthouse\*. Spend your days enjoying the warm water and evenings connecting with others by the outside fire. The basement offers bar and table seating, as well as a shuffleboard. Airport and downtown are only 20 minutes away. Groceries/Costco is a 12-minute drive. \*Guesthouse offers a private 4th bedroom and is only included with bookings of 9-10 guests. \*Guesthouse may already be booked for some dates. If so, then the main cottage will only allow bookings of 8 guests. \*If at the time of booking, the guesthouse is not booked, then the guesthouse will automatically be blocked off by the host to prevent additional outside guest bookings. \*Guests with mobility issues may want to also book the guesthouse (only 2 steps), as the 3 bedrooms in the main cottage are on the second floor. Please contact the host if booking the guesthouse, as additional fees would apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Unit size: 2,336 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107110000/107109100/107109088/54a38e37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serene modern Lakehouse on Golf Course Hammonds Plains - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews CA $660 CA $1,270 total includes taxes & fees Nov 27 - Nov 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=107109088&PinnedHotelID=107109088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118060000/118059100/118059028/c6d9f8df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Tranquil lake-house at Fletchers Lake Fall River - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews CA $285 CA $640 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 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 STR2526A2879 ### 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%7C44.76665%2C-63.57825&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6T92OBRBQRe127X1F5q7ZGurrzs=) Waverley, NS #### What's nearby - Waverley Heritage Museum - 4 min drive - 3.2 km - Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane - 7 min drive - 8.9 km - Playdium Dartmouth - 7 min drive - 9.3 km - Dartmouth Crossing - 8 min drive - 10.0 km - Mic Mac Mall - 9 min drive - 11.4 km #### Getting around - Halifax Station - 28 min drive - Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive - ‪Sydelles Fish And Chips - ‬10 min drive - ‪Ray's Lebanese Food - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is 2025 Vacation Rental of the Year cottage completely surrounded by water! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Burncoat Head Park, Shubie Park, and Bedford Place Mall. Lake Banook Trail Park and Millwood Common Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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