[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 4 Bed (Sleeps 8) persons Vacation Rental with cottage, private dock and beach. Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34592200/34592184/90-e48e7bb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34592200/34592184/eb158a5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34592200/34592184/2b475751.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34592200/34592184/5c92846e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34592200/34592184/08ed6982.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 4 Bed (Sleeps 8) persons Vacation Rental with cottage, private dock and beach. provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 83000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space ## 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. ### 4 Bed (Sleeps 8) persons Vacation Rental with cottage, private dock and beach. Custom built, architect-designed, open concept house and separate country-style cottage, Swallow Point Retreat sits high among trees, overlooking the ocean on three sides and has its own private beach and dock. This property is available for vacation rental as house with cottage. The house features soaring ceilings and walls of glass windows that let in lots of natural light and make the most of its woodland and waterside setting. This unique architecture gives a unique two storey floorplan for living and sleeping. The main family room is open to the second floor and has a seating area with woodburning fireplace, as well as a raised area with doors leading out onto an expansive deck overlooking the water. This room also features two loft sleeping areas suitable for older children, one on each side of the room, accessed by ladders and with railings on the sides. Underneath each loft is a closet and desk area, which can be screened by drapes. Also on the main floor are the kitchen with breakfast bar, dining room with wrap-around deck and full bathroom. There is a pull-down Murphy Bed in the dining room, which can be closed off for privacy. The Master Bedroom suite is upstairs. Occupying all of the second level it is open to sound from the living rooms below but the Queen size bed and separate home office area cannot be seen. There is also a washroom with shower as well as laundry. The Master Bedroom suite is upstairs. Occupying all of the second level it is open to sound from the living rooms below but the Queen size bed and separate home office area cannot be seen.There is also a washroom with shower and laundry. The two bed, one bath Cottage is situated a short distance from the main house. It has a living room with woodburning fireplace and dining table, small kitchen with breakfast bar, including convection microwave, two ceramic hotplates, fridge freezer drawer and washer /dryer. Bedroom with Queen size bed; bedroom with bunkbeds and room for a cot (or two single beds). Bathroom with tub/shower combo. The property is in extensive private grounds reached by a long driveway. Steps lead down to its own private sand beach and dock. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62560000/62556900/62556838/32fa4bd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Lakefront Home with 5 Bed/3 Baths, WiFi, tons of amenities! 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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 STR2425D9365 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vacation Rental Chester Basin Private Dock Beach House Vacation Rental Private Dock Beach House Vacation Rental Chester Basin Private Dock Beach Vacation Rental Private Dock Beach 4 Bedroom Vacation Rental With Cottage Private Dock Beach 4 Bed Persons Vacation Rental With Cottage Private Dock Beach ## About the area Located in Chester Basin, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Graves Island Provincial Park and East River Provincial Park, while Lordly House Museum and Valverde Studio Gallery are cultural highlights. Have A Yarn and For The Birds Nature Shop are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Chester Basin travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Chester-Basin.dx553248635975850933) [View more Vacation homes in Chester Basin](https://www.expedia.ca/Chester-Basin-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248635975850933-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.56277%2C-64.29382&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GpjiZY-1gzHsg6shqV7Udy2nFuY=) Chester Basin, NS ### What's nearby - Tancook Island - 8 min drive - 7.9 km - Chester Playhouse - 9 min drive - 8.6 km - Chester Golf Club - 12 min drive - 10.0 km - Graves Island Provincial Park - 13 min drive - 12.5 km - Oak Island - 20 min drive - 14.3 km ### Restaurants - ‪Island View Family Restaurant & Bakery - ‬7 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive - ‪Seaside Shanty - ‬2 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 4 Bed (Sleeps 8) persons Vacation Rental with cottage, private dock and beach. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at 4 Bed (Sleeps 8) persons Vacation Rental with cottage, private dock and beach.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 4 Bed (Sleeps 8) persons Vacation Rental with cottage, private dock and beach.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 4 Bed (Sleeps 8) persons Vacation Rental with cottage, private dock and beach. located? > Situated on the waterfront, 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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