Waterfront vacation rentals in Dartmouth

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Guest suite in Lake Echo

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Lake Echo Escape: lakefront retreat w/ hot tub

Welcome to Lake Echo Escape! Just twenty minutes outside the city you’ll find our serene secondary-unit stay. Spend your afternoon soaking up rays on the dock and take a dip in the lake. Take a relaxing soak in the hilltop hot tub. Cook yourself a meal on the bbq and enjoy it on your private patio, overlooking the beautiful Lake Echo. Inside you’ll find a large, light filled apartment with a luxurious queen bed, as well as a kitchenette equipped with everything you’ll need to feel right at home.

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Home in Glen Margaret

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Gorgeous Oceanfront Estate in Peggy’s Cove

Enjoy one of the most unique private oceanfront properties in southern Nova Scotia! A newly furnished year-round home with all the amenities, 1,000ft of oceanfront with beautiful docks, a pebble beach and stunning sunsets! At night, enjoy the sky full of stars and sounds of the ocean around the large fire-pit, and in the morning watch the sunrise over the crystal clear lake in front of the home. Enough room for family and friends, located within minutes of Peggy’s Cove and 25 min from Halifax.

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Cottage in Boutiliers Point

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

Wilson's Coastal Club - C7

Upstairs, a loft-style master with a king bed and private balcony awaits, while a queen bedroom is downstairs. Enjoy time around the fire pit, take in the views from the large deck equipped with patio furniture and a propane BBQ (propane included). Free Wi-Fi/Internet TV. Additionally, guests can add our unique wood-fired hot tub experience for an extra fee. See “Other things to Note” for details. Please reach out with any pricing questions as Airbnb doesn't always show all available rates.

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Bungalow in Sambro

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews

Salty SeaScape 4 Bed OCEAN-VIEW Home with SWIM SPA

Spacious home indoors & out! Large kitchen, dining room & living room with beautiful ocean views. Enjoy looking at the ocean from the bedrooms too! Outdoors watch the gorgeous sunsets over the water from the SWIM SPA or large, gated front deck. In the backyard enjoy BBQing or s’mores at the Fire-pit! Walk to the Corner store for take out or liquor, only 3 doors down. Crystal Crescent Beach is only a 5 minute drive from the house. The yard is fully fenced for peace of mind with kids & pets.

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Guest suite in Hammonds Plains

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 445 reviews

Luxury Lakefront Suite - Hot Tub & Amenities!

Executive Lakefront Retreat: Escape to our luxurious and private two bedroom (plus den) apartment above the garage, boasting exclusive amenities for a serene stay. Enjoy: Private Hot Tub & Outdoor Propane Fireplaces Swimming Pool & Full Outdoor Kitchen Water Activities: Kayak, paddle boat, fishing rods, and dock access Nearby Conveniences: Within 5 km, find Tim Hortons, supermarket, drug store, liquor store, gas station Convenient Location: Just a 20-minute drive to downtown Halifax.

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Apartment in Upper Tantallon

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

Cozy Lakefront Suite outside Halifax

Touring the hotspots of Nova Scotia? You'll be centrally located! 30 minutes to the Halifax waterfront, 30 minutes to Peggy's Cove and Mahone Bay, 1 hour to Lunenburg and Mahone Bay, and just over an hour to the Bay of Fundy. Just need a cozy getaway? You'll have access to the lakefront on a shared dock, plus your own private deck, office space, toys for kids, plus short drives to the ocean and hiking trails. And you're only a minute to grocery stores, fast food, and highway access.

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Home in Mount Uniacke

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews

Mount Uniacke Lakefront Cottage

Welcome to our lakefront cottage in Mount Uniacke—just minutes from shops, restaurants, and trails. Nestled on beautiful Pentz Lake, enjoy a spacious backyard with a swimmable dock, kayaks, hot tub, and outdoor seating. A BBQ is available May through October. Inside, unwind in a modern open-concept living space with a large TV, dining area, and electric fireplace. Upstairs, you’ll find three queen bedrooms, a full bath, plus a second full bathroom and laundry on the main level.

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Cottage in Hubbards

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews

Cleveland Beach Cottage

Beautiful Cleveland Beach Cottage overlooking the ocean in St. Margaret's Bay with white sandy beach 250 yards away and outdoor hot tub for 2! Updated, clean and bright with new flooring in main areas and newly renovated bath 2025!. Large windows in great room with full water views of picturesque St. Margarets Bay. Enjoy the inspiring sound of rolling waves, amazing sunrises and colours of sunsets are reflected on the water. Smell the ocean breeze... New STR #STR2425D7182

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Guest suite in Herring Cove

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews

Beautiful 1 bedroom cottage in Herring Cove

Modern bayside cottage with distinctive style and stunning ocean views. Spacious upper floor with King sized bed and airy open spaces, above a cozy and intimate living area. Enjoy the seaside firepit in the shared backyard while watching all the activities in both Herring Cove and the Atlantic. Just 20 minutes from downtown, you'll have easy access to all Halifax has to offer, while waking up to the sound of surf from the Atlantic. Easy drive to Lunenburg or Peggy's Cove.

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Camper/RV in Terence Bay

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

Waterfront Retreat

Welcome to privately located waterfront camper, only 20 minutes drive from Halifax. Great place to hide away and relax or enjoy water activities on tidal river with ocean access. Bring your kayak or use ours. To preserve the natural habitat of local wildlife, landscape is minimal. Shoreline is accessible but rocky, walk with caution. Camper is well stocked, however, if anything is needed the host is nearby to help. WiFi and Roku is available. No cable TV

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Guest suite in Lawrencetown

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviews

Private, hot tub beach haven

This coastal themed home is located at the end of a private lane on an estuary stemming from the ocean. A short 5-7 minute walk to one of Nova Scotia’s most beautiful beaches. (Conrad’s beach) Watch the stars from the covered porch, enclosed sunroom, or bubbling hot, modern hot tub. You’ll fall in love with the sounds of the marine birds frolicking in the water directly a stones throw from any location of the home. Sunsets are spectacular!

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Guest suite in Musquodoboit Harbour

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 274 reviews

Harbour House Waterfront Retreat

Country Comfort Close to the City! The entire lower level of our home is yours to enjoy, providing total independence and privacy from the upstairs owners. Featuring a panoramic ocean view of Petpeswick Inlet, your own private entrance, patio and walk-out to the water. Relax in our sparkling clean 2 bedroom guest apartment. Whether a private retreat, romantic weekend or family getaway, this space is sure to please.