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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Chester, NS
  • Tancook Island
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Lordly House Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • St. Stephen's Church
    ‪5 min walk‬

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About the area

Chester

In Chester .Within a 5-minute walk of this Chester vacation home, you'll find Tancook Island and Lordly House Museum. St. Stephen's Church and Chester Art Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tancook Island - 4 min walk
  • Chester Playhouse - 11 min walk
  • Amicus Gallery - 11 min walk
  • Chester Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Oak Island - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaside Shanty Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kiwi Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rope Loft - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Big Red's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family Cottage in the Village of Chester NS - 5 Bedrooms

Spacious & Cozy Family Home in the Village of Chester
5 bedrooms, 2 & 1/2 baths, sleep’s 10 -14 adults or more

Our family home is located in the Village of Chester, with an abundance of charm and comfort.

We bought this house in 2011 after the birth or our first child. Here we had 2 more. WE love to entertain and our home has always been open door policy to friends and family. As work and school now requires our time to be divided, we are happy to open our home to like minded guests looking to enjoy the quiet of the village, the sky uninhibited by city lights which is often full of stars, the sea air, and to gather and share time, space, laughter and love as we still do to this day :)

A spacious open main floor with expansive windows, fireplace, lends itself to entertaining.

Fully equipped open kitchen with all new stainless steel appliances including a double oven. Dining room table with 2 extensions available with seating for 10 plus more, plus a charming, comfortable living room with sitting area and a propane fireplace overlooking the private backyard including outdoor seating, outdoor dining, Propane BBQ, and a chiminea . This home has a relaxing atmosphere and is ready for you to enjoy a fabulous Chester holiday.

Well suited to accommodate large families and friends as the house can sleep to 10-14 adults or more.
Elegant & Cozy Family Cottage in the Village of Chester
5 bedrooms, 2 & 1/2 baths, sleep’s 12-14 adults

Located inn the Village of Chester, with an abundance of charm and comfort.

A spacious open main floor with expansive windows, fireplace, lends itself to entertaining.

Fully equipped open kitchen with all new stainless steel appliances including a double oven. Dining room with seating for six plus more, plus a charming, comfortable living room with sitting area and a propane fireplace overlooking the private backyard including outdoor seating, dining, Propane BBQ, and a chiminea . This home has a relaxing atmosphere and is ready for you to enjoy a fabulous Chester holiday.

Well suited to accommodate large families and friends as the house can sleep to 12-14.

There are 3 bedrooms on the 2nd storey main area:
The master suite has a queen sized bed and features a recently renovated en-suite with glass shower and walk-in closet.
Additional rooms include: A double mattress loft bed with double bed below. 3rd bedroom on this section has a Double bed.
1 additional Full bath located on this floor.

There is one bedroom (4th) on the second storey located on a separate section accessed via its own private stairwell off the living room. This room has a queen sized bed.

The 5th bedroom is located in the basement off the main area through Shaker style sliding doors and has a queen sized bed.

The basement has a sitting area and as well as additional accommodations for 2 persons on the pull ou couch which adds an additional queen sized sleeping area.



Situated on a quiet, street with mature trees as you come upon the house you will notice the large rhododendrons lend privacy from passers by.
This home has a large semi circular driveway with parking for six cars and plenty of street parking.

A quaint sailing village, Chester is on the scenic Lighthouse Route The waters of Mahone Bay, is well known for yachting. A ferry connects the village to nearby Big Tancook Island and Little Tancook island.

Stroll the village and tour the shops, cafes and restaurants and take in a show at the Chester Playhouse Theater. Chester Yacht Club, Chester Golf Club are all within walking distance. Enjoy nearby outdoor Lido swimming pool, tennis courts and beaches.

Take a drive and tour the sites of UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Town Lunenburg home of the Bluenose, Mahone Bay and picturesque Peggy's Cove.

Chester, and Nova Scotia, are wonderful for outdoor and recreational activities such as whale watching, sailing, fishing, hiking and cycling, as well as coastal exploring and sightseeing.


Halifax is 40 minutes away and Halifax International Airport is a 60 minute drive.

Property manager

Kelley M Spearin

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2691 sq ft (250 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03271621084017865-147

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Family Cottage Village Chester NS 5 Bedrooms House
Family Cottage Village NS 5 Bedrooms House
Family Cottage Village Chester NS 5 Bedrooms
Family Cottage Village NS 5 Bedrooms
Family Cottage in the Village of Chester NS - 5 Bedrooms Chester
Family Village Ns 5 Bedrooms
Family Cottage in the Village of Chester NS 5 Bedrooms
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Family Home In the Heart of the Village of Chester Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexander C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Awesome time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kiersten

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was large and very spacious. It was clean and comfortable. The house is near the water and close to town. We stayed here for a work conference, and it was nice for everyone to have their own space.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dean F., Kakabeka Falls

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and plenty of space
We were 3 families and this home had plenty of space for all. Host was very cummunicative and happy to help. Walking distance to downtown shopping, night life and coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful Chester
Overall a good experience, with a very helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
A very nice property. Lots of space and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Kelley’s place was very organized and clean! We really appreciate having all the cabinets and drawers labelled so it was easy to find things! The location was great and near central Chester. Thank you for being a wonderful host!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bruce L.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Amazing vacation
We were absolutely blown away by the "little but warm touches" that made us feel so welcome and made us so comfortable. Thank you very much and we will surely be planning another stay soon
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Holly M.

Great family space
Our group consisted of 8 adults and 2 small children. The bedrooms were large and the community spaces accommodated our group nicely. The backyard had plenty of space for enjoying the outdoors. The location was ideal for our group.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Perfect for a large group
This property was the perfect place for a group of old friends to come together to celebrate a wedding. The number of bedrooms and the pullout couch accommodated our large group comfortably, as did the open kitchen and dining rooms. We very much enjoyed the spacious backyard seating area too. Highly recommend this property for your stay in Chester!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

Magical place
Where do I start we had such a wonderful time at this lovely house it felt like home. Such a wonderful little village to walk around all the Comforts of home. We had an amazing lunch at the Focsle Pub then we proceeded to walk to the local Beach. Everything you need is within walking distance. They even had a pack and play for a baby. The backyard is so nice to sit out and just enjoy the smell and the sunset. I highly highly recommend this home. And will be back to stay again we had such a nice time. The hosts were incredible great communication great welcome with suggestions. Any questions we had they answered us right away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carma R.

Lovely!
We had a great family reunion in Nova Scotia and based half our stay in Chester. The dining room table was the focus of group dinners made in the well supplied kitchen. The back porch and shaded yard area was a welcome refuge for those wanting to sit and read away from the hubbub. The owner was very prompt in answering questions and super friendly, she supplied a badminton set when we asked if she had one, which was totally unnecessary but very kind. The large TV/Family room area was well used in the evenings by those who like to stay up later. There was plenty of room for all ten of us to have our own beds as appropriate. We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

Wonderful place to stay
Property was great and we had a wonderful time exploring the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Fantastic
Our family had a great stay here at this lovely home. It was even better in person than in the photos. Would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Kiel L.

Overpriced, fragrant, income property
Overall would not recommend staying here! Chester is a beautiful town, with easy access to everything on the south shore. It’s a wealthy little town with character. However, I think these hosts have used this to overcharge for their property. Positives: comfortable beds, beautiful yard, access to south shore; check in easy! Pictures reflect reality Negatives: so many air fresheners that we all had a headache in entering. We actually took them outside for our stay; TV did not work; wireless internet slow; kitchen not well stocked; checkout instructions poor (charged for cleaning above average cleaning time?); dirty doors that need new paint; Overall would not recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Memorable Stay!!
We loved it! Beautiful home! Kitchen was so well equipped! Owner was very accommodating! Thank-you! 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kendall B., Toronto

Great house for couples or larger groups!
Clean and well maintained, good location and easy to communicate with the owners. Would stay again, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Excellent accommodation!
Bright and clean home with all you need! Short drives to major tourist spots. Chester is an amazing town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Huge Space, amazing value
Our family recently spent 5 days in this beautiful home, and we're very pleased with our stay in Chester. Small community, great weather, and a rental that had all the comforts of home. Anything and everything you would need in a kitchen was present, beds were comfortable, lovely spot out back with fire pits, nicely landscaped, even a few toys for young kids in the shed out back! Kelley from Chester Management group was extremely accommodating, and we highly recommend this property for large family gatherings. We enjoyed breakfast at the Kiwi Cafe, who also have amazing seafood chowder. Spent some time at Fo'c'sle which is the oldest pub in Nova Scotia, playing pool and enjoying some of the craft beers. Didn't have a chance to do the Iron Works distillery tour but was told that it's highly recommended. Enjoy your stay folks, this was a great place to spend time with our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Larry & Deborah K.

Adequate and fair value
Six active 60+ people from around the world booked this older home for one week in mid July. Kitchen: had lovely new appliances, plenty of dishes and cutlery for all, nice selection of stainless steel pots and pans, satisfactory knives but Teflon frying pans needed to be replaced as they were very difficult to cook with. (Several of us enjoy cooking so we found these worn out pans very frustrating) BBQ grill & Laundry appliances: were both excellent in quality and easy to use. Dining room/front sitting room: it had a large dining room table and acceptable chairs. Front room gathering area had pleasant enough arm chairs and a couch to make a nice visiting area, we also switched on the easy to use gas fireplace one evening to take the chill off the air. We did not use the Smart TV but it looked quite fine. Bedrooms: Comfortable rooms, all had small room fans if needed. All the beds had VERY firm mattresses, it would have been nice to have had a quality memory foam or two available to add onto the mattress for those who desired something a little softer. We did find a thin sponge foam that added a wee bit of soft comfort for our older bones. Bathrooms: were adequate Outdoor area: Sufficient, but not inviting. We did not use this area. Location: not close to the water but certainly within short walking distance to it, therefore reflected in the price This house would be suitable for a family with children, or people that can negotiate the steep narrow stairs steps to the bedrooms. Overall this older home was adequate and user-friendly and only needs a few minor improvements to make it even better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea D.

Amazing Stay!
Great space, the place was massive! We absolutely loved how close and convenient it was.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017