Title: LaHaven Skippers Retreat - 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 home # LaHaven Skippers Retreat Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for LaHaven Skippers Retreat ![Property grounds - LaHaven Skippers Retreat (Pleasantville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66908400/66908340/e8adb5a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - LaHaven Skippers Retreat (Pleasantville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66908400/66908340/ca12c9ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - LaHaven Skippers Retreat (Pleasantville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66908400/66908340/e7c5ff3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - LaHaven Skippers Retreat (Pleasantville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66908400/66908340/3a85b495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - LaHaven Skippers Retreat (Pleasantville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66908400/66908340/fcab20ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched by the river, LaHaven Skippers Retreat is a century home turned haven. Roast marshmallows in the fire pit or unwind on the deck with views of the water after a day of exploring nearby beaches. Inside, discover a farmhouse kitchen, fully stocked library and cozy living spaces. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - 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. ### LaHaven Skippers Retreat LaHaven Skippers Retreat is a century home renovated from top to bottom. Sit on the deck or sunroom watching the LaHave River, enjoying a BBQ at the end of a fun day of exploring, swimming, sailing, surfing, kayaking, paddleboard at nearby beaches, or biking, antiquing on the Lighthouse Trail. Hiking the coast or behind house in 56 acres of forest trails for ‘forest bathing’ is also available. Farmhouse kitchen offers all amenities imaginable. Full bathroom with shower and laundry on first floor, as well as pantry completes the package. Dining, living room and sunroof flow into one. Library is fully stocked, and games, painting, yoga mat available. 2nd floor has 3 piece bathroom with heated floor, walk in shower, fluffy towels. 4 bedrooms are each uniquely decorated. LaHave River Yacht Club just down river allows access to the River if you bring your kayak, paddle boards. This uniquely stunning family home is perfect for family reunions, girls getaways with add ons available of yoga on the deck, or experience a sail on the river, or bring your ATV to hit the trails. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - 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. - 1 accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Front entrance ramp - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93860000/93854100/93854011/5d6175c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Canoe Cove Lake House Greenfield - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=93854011&PinnedHotelID=93854011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90060000/90058500/90058492/9aa21cef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront beautiful property in a very private area. 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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 RYA-2023-24-04241059316979603-2322 ### 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%7C44.31564%2C-64.41791&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OTgI3YamgpcCk2zktg40EDBZ8VQ=) Pleasantville, NS #### What's nearby - LaHave Ferry Terminal \- 6 min drive \- 5.7 km - Fort Point Museum \- 8 min drive \- 7.1 km - Woodland Gardens \- 13 min drive \- 12.4 km - Bridgewater Mall \- 13 min drive \- 13.1 km - Wile Carding Mill Museum \- 15 min drive \- 13.9 km #### Restaurants - ‪Rose Bay General Store - ‬20 min drive - ‪LaHave Bakery - ‬6 min drive - ‪Osprey's Nest Public House - ‬17 min drive - ‪Becca's Bayport Pub - ‬22 min drive - ‪Corkum Island Mussel Farm - ‬29 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is LaHaven Skippers Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at LaHaven Skippers Retreat? ### What time is check-out at LaHaven Skippers Retreat? ### Where is LaHaven Skippers Retreat located? ## Have a question? 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