[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Acorn at The Oaks Vacation home in Chester Basin ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109358900/109358819/cb416619.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109358900/109358819/d0d94425.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109358900/109358819/36ecdfd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109358900/109358819/77f2781d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109358900/109358819/6211e98a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Immerse yourself in a piece of South Shore history at The Acorn at The Oaks, where the carriage house charm meets modern comforts. Enjoy total privacy with no simultaneous guests in the big house and savor spectacular views over Chester Basin. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning ## 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. ### The Acorn at The Oaks The location, the views, the finishes, the history, the reputation for premium East Coast hospitality - yes, a place this great, since 1898. The Acorn at The Oaks is your opportunity to stay in a piece of South Shore history, just on a more intimate scale. The Acorn is the modernized & updated carriage house for the famous Big Oaks Inn. You will have the total privacy with no simultaneous guests in the big house, just an opportunity to enjoy a remarkable property at a friendly price point. The spectacular views over Chester Basin, the enduring charm of the South Shore communities, the world famous seafood - this is how you spend a few days recharging. Bike directly in from the Rumrunners Trail, Sail in from Mahone Bay, drive down the beautiful Lighthouse Route, choose your own adventure! The Acorn at The Oaks - a tradition built on beautiful times. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a village ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Local artist showcase - Recycling - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102040000/102032700/102032607/6c2caafb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Nest at Deep Cove Chester - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 58 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=102032607&PinnedHotelID=102032607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100217800/100217786/w933h683x45y0-0934e336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Accomodation, Footsteps from the Ocean. 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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 STR2425D6908 ### Property is also known as 678213 ## 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%7C44.56878%2C-64.30506&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UeVtYfFWUt_LD5-nMw1T6A83H7A=) Chester, NS #### What's nearby - Tancook Island - 8 min drive - 8.6 km - Chester Playhouse - 9 min drive - 9.3 km - Chester Golf Club - 12 min drive - 10.7 km - Graves Island Provincial Park - 13 min drive - 13.2 km - Oak Island - 17 min drive - 12.1 km #### Restaurants - ‪Island View Family Restaurant & Bakery - ‬5 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive - ‪Seaside Shanty - ‬3 min walk - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬1 min walk - ‪Rope Loft - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Acorn at The Oaks pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is The Acorn at The Oaks located? > Situated in Chester Basin, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Tancook Island, Lordly House Museum, and St. Stephen's Church. Chester Art Center and Valverde Studio Gallery are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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