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Iconic Battery Cottage|Signal Hill|Sea&City Views

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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, offices
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Miscellaneous

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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St. John's, NL
  • Port of St. John's
    3 min walk
  • Signal Hill National Historic Site
    10 min walk
  • Quidi Vidi Lake
    14 min walk
  • St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)
    13 min drive

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About the area

St. John's

Seaside stay .A stay at this The Battery cottage places you steps from Port of St. John's and within a 5-minute walk of Avalon Peninsula. Christ Church and Alexis Templeton Studio are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Port of St. John's - 3 min walk
  • Signal Hill National Historic Site - 10 min walk
  • George Street - 19 min walk
  • The Rooms - 19 min walk
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bagel Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bannerman Brewing Co - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bellissimo Bistro & Espresso Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Battery Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Venice Pizzeria - ‬11 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.

Iconic Battery Cottage|Signal Hill|Sea&City Views

This city cottage is located in one of the most photographed areas of St. John’s, the Battery! Stay in a postcard next to all the attractions of downtown. Excellent views of St. John's Harbour!

• The foot of Signal Hill
• World class hiking
• Harbour & City Views
• Spiral staircase
• Walk to restaurants & nightlife
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Coffee
• Full Bath
• Washer/dryer in unit
• Fast Wifi
• Free street parking
• Patio
• Professionally cleaned
*Pet friendly with clean fee, see house rules

We Host is a professional property management company based in Newfoundland! We typically answer messages between 10:30AM and 9:30PM Newfoundland time. However, we are available 24/7 by phone/text (9:30pm-10:30am urgent calls only, please)! You may find yourself speaking with any of our team members. You can contact us via your booking channel as well as replying to the welcome messages you received upon confirmation.


The Battery sits on the entrance to the harbour, on the slopes of Signal Hill. It is sometimes described as an outport within the city of St. John's and is noted for its steep slopes, and colourful houses. The Battery has been the site, over the centuries, for gun emplacements (batteries), such as Fort Waldegrave, for the defence of St. John's Harbour, including during both World Wars. It is home to Chain Rock, a land outcropping to which a large chain was attached connecting to Fort Amherst, since as early as 1770, to prevent the entry of enemy ships into St John's harbour. Chain Rock is one of two rocks located on opposite sides of the Narrows, the aptly named entrance to the harbour; Pancake Rock is on the opposite shore. The space between the two rocks is 174 metres. A defensive chain was stretched between the rocks by means of a capstan at nightfall. During World War I and II the chain was replaced with anti-submarine nets.

There is free street parking and there is a parking space directly across the street without fail for 30 years according to the previous owner.

Access with a smart lock code, you will be sent your unique access code prior to check-in
The entire cottage unit is yours to live in and enjoy! We provide fresh linens, towels, coffee, tea, and basic essentials upon your arrival.


Step into the front entrance to be welcomed by an open concept main level, offering hardwood floors, fully equipped kitchen and wood fire stove.
Take the spiral staircase to the second level where you'll find the main queen bedroom with extraordinary views of passing boats in the St. John's harbour, the second bedroom with an extra queen bed and writing desk, and finally the four piece main bath with cast iron soaker-tub and stand-up shower.
The basement is the laundry room with ample storage if required.
Have your morning coffee and breakfast on the front patio while watching passing hikers and passing ships in the harbour. Ask any local in St. John's and they would agree, this property offers the authentic Newfoundland outport experience within the city.

>Bus: St. John's Metrobus operates several routes in the area.

>Taxi: available for convenient point-to-point transportation including the airport. Call or download the app to reserve.

>Walking: If the spots you're visiting are within walking distance, walking might be the most convenient option.

>Driving: While not required to explore the city, having a vehicle can be advantageous for visiting the outport communities surrounding St. John's.

We provide fresh linens and towels, toiletries, condiments, coffee and tea, and basic essentials upon your arrival.

There is a indoor fireplace but we do not supply firewood, please remember to bring your own.

IMPORTANT: Please only flush toilet paper down the toilet, our plumbing is sensitive. Thank you.
ALSO: The hatch door to access the laundry in the basement is a little heavy, and the stairs are narrow - please use carefully. As you open the hatch door, please also be mindful of the painting on the wall!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • 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.

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Iconic Battery Cottage|Signal Hill|Sea&City Views Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay
Great location. Lots of room. Clean and prompt responses to our communication. Thank you !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Keith F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location, poorly maintained property
When spending over $400 US per night one expects a bit more than this place. Broken faucets, a bathroom sink that doesn't drain, broken shades (making it hard to enjoy the view), broken shower fixture, a toilet that runs. The place felt generally unloved. More suitable for college students than grownups. And the photos online are designed to make it look twice the size. It's actually a bit claustrophobic. Online it tells you average price is $196 per night. When booking it turns into over $400. Think twice! You'll also find the all night ship engines and lights less than relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

patty a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ship are coming in and out❤️
Overall very nice place to stay, stairs are a little different for older people. Attention to a few things 1 living room blind don’t work 2 plug in for vacuum doesn’t work
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and atmosphere
We loved staying at the battery cottage. It was exactly as described. So close to do the signal hill hike every day, and walkable to downtown. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Our hosts were extremely helpful and timely with communication. We loved being in the heart of downtown st. John’s. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kristopher N., Winnipeg, Canada)

Liked: Cleanliness
scenic view of noisy harbour
I got exactly what I was expecting from this property, something that had a scenic view that was within walking distance of downtown. What I had not expected was the noise associated with the working docks and I was awoken by 7 am by all the noise every morning. The south-facing blinds were useless in the main bedroom and the living room. This meant that there was nothing to create some privacy or to block the early light - and more importantly - the flood lights from the ships docked 24 hours a day. My sleep was very disrupted by the light and the noise. My trip was delayed by two days due to a major snowstorm (as happens in St. John's in February) and there was no flexibility to push back my reservation or cancel those two days. So, I ended up paying for two days I couldn't use. I was disappointed by that, even though it respected the letter of our reservation. Although the view and the house were exactly what I wanted, the sound and light pollution from the harbour and the lack of flexibility by the host mean that I am unsure if I would rent here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C., north saanich

Liked: Cleanliness
cosy stay
Stayed here for a relaxing few nights. Loved the cute cottage asthetic and views of the harbour. The free-standing bathtub was a highlight.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023