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Cape Forchu Coastal Retreat

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Interior
Interior
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, books, stereo

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Cape Forchu Coastal Retreat

Welcome to our cozy 2 bedroom coastal getaway in Cape Forchu, Nova Scotia! This charming vacation home is the perfect retreat for those seeking a peaceful and relaxing getaway with stunning ocean views.

Located just a short drive from the famous Cape Forchu Lighthouse, this vacation rental offers easy access to scenic hiking trails and picturesque beaches. Enjoy your morning coffee while watching the sunrise over the ocean, or curl up with a good book by the fireplace on a chilly evening.


The Space:
Please note that this home is older, and has a lot of character that makes this unique. Please embrace the beauty of imperfections as you wander through the well-loved spaces of our older home. The patina on the fixtures, the creak of the stairs, and the occasional uneven floorboard all add to the unique atmosphere that only time can provide.

Feel the history of the area in every corner of our home. We've preserved the original architecture and design elements that tell stories of the past, creating a truly immersive experience for those who appreciate the authenticity of older homes.

Please note that, due to the age of the home, there might be minor quirks or maintenance considerations. Living on the coast also provides unique challenges, as we're constantly exposed to the harsh weather storms when they come. Our dedicated team ensures that everything is in working order, but do let us know if you encounter any issues during your stay.

Guest Access
Guest will be given access to all spaces except for the basement, and the shed. We ask that folks stay away from the shed, as this is currently in the plans for a renovation. We ask that folks only use the side of the deck, and staircase that is nearest to the driveway and our front door.
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Interaction with Guest
This property is professionally managed by Link'D Property Team. We are fully equipped to handle all requests as they happen and can be available for any emergencies.

Preferably all communication will be kept inside the app. Thank you!

Neighborhood Description:
Cape Forchu is a picturesque neighbourhood located on the southern tip of Nova Scotia, known for its rugged coastline, stunning sunsets, and iconic lighthouse. This charming coastal community offers a quiet and peaceful retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The area is popular with nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a relaxing vacation by the sea. Visitors can explore the rocky shores and sandy beaches, go hiking along the coastal trails, or enjoy a leisurely bike ride through the countryside. Fishing and whale watching are also popular activities in the area, and visitors can take guided tours to see these magnificent creatures up close.

The Cape Forchu Lighthouse is a must-see attraction in the area, offering spectacular panoramic views of the ocean and coastline. Visitors can take a guided tour of the lighthouse, learn about its history and role in maritime navigation, and climb to the top for a bird's-eye view of the surrounding area.

The neighbourhood is just a short drive from the historic town of Yarmouth, where visitors can explore the charming downtown area, browse unique shops and galleries, and dine on fresh seafood in one of the many local restaurants. The town also hosts several festivals and events throughout the year, including Yarmouth Seafest Festival.

Overall, Cape Forchu offers a unique blend of natural beauty, history, and coastal charm that is sure to captivate visitors of all ages.

Getting Around
The best way to get around Cape Forchu is by car, as the area is spread out and there is no public transportation available. Visitors can rent a car from the nearby town of Yarmouth or bring their own vehicle.

The main roads in Cape Forchu are well-maintained and easy to navigate, but visitors should be aware that some of the coastal roads can be narrow and winding. It's important to drive with caution, especially during inclement weather or when encountering wildlife on the road.

Biking is also a popular way to get around Cape Forchu, with several scenic trails and quiet country roads to explore. Bikes can be rented from local outfitters in Yarmouth.

For those who prefer to explore the area on foot, there are several hiking trails and walking paths that offer stunning views of the coastline and surrounding countryside. The trails range in difficulty from easy to moderate, and visitors should wear appropriate footwear and clothing.

Finally, taxi services are available in the area for those who prefer not to drive.

Property manager

Liam Atkinson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03142029534174226-09

About the area

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Yarmouth, NS

What's nearby

  • Cape Forchu Lightstation - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Yarmouth Regional Hospital - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Yarmouth Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Mariners Centre - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Yarmouth Links - 13 min drive - 11.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cape Forchu Coastal Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cape Forchu Coastal Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cape Forchu Coastal Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cape Forchu Coastal Retreat located?

Situated in Cape Forchu, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Cape Forchu Lightstation and within 6 miles (10 km) of Pembroke Beach and Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Firefighters' Museum and Yarmouth Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Cape Forchu Coastal Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location to explore the Yarmouth area
The cottage is wonderful in how eclectic it is. There are definitely several additions on the house, giving it lots of nooks to explore. It is a peaceful place to rejuvenate in, close to Yarmouth and other locations to vist. It was fun watching both the tide and the fog come and go. Had everything we needed for a four day stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great character but underwhelming
Stayed for a weeke with family. Listing does not mention the neighbouring cottage directly between sea and host home. Bedroom was the best part as it was large and comfortable. So much character and a huge, ecclectic book collection , as well as a veritable antique store worth of knick-knacks and furniture. Rooms were smallish and difficult to sit for the three. There was a foul odour throughout the cottage the entire time we were there. Smelled like garbage and mustiness. Gas fireplace was a wonderful addition although it appeared to leak gas resulting in a foul smell. Moat of the dishes were unclean and the property did not provide soap of any kind, in spite of the listing's description. Issues were communicated to propery manager but little to nothing was done to resolve yhe issues. BE AWARE there is an expectation that you will put the tradh, recycling, and compost out for collection mid-week- BEFORE 8AM! - but like us others think this is absurd as the bin was overflowing when we arrived and animals have made a mess if things. Great potential but poorly managed. While there
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Would definitely book again. Great house in a great location with a great host!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location; Fairly accurate description of this older property
We truly enjoyed the location. Great access to the lighthouse, rural roads, and the city of Yarmouth. The home was quiet and we loved our view of False Harbor. The house was large, but quite primitive, as described. It would be great if a few improvements could be made. The pots and pans were not very clean, some wallpaper was peeling off the ceiling, the house smelled musty, window screens were missing for many of the windows, and the crank out windows upstairs needed repair, as did the shelf by the sink in the downstairs bathroom-which actually fell out of the wall after hanging by a thread! We never received any communication from the management company, but to be fair, we never needed any questions answered. Just figured there would be some sort of connection about our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Best surprise ever!
This house was the most pleasant surprise! Over 100 years old but updated with modern amenities. The shower is amazing! All the charm you would expect from an old house, complete with old quilts, lots of rooms, a fireplace, decorations, books and the occasional squeaky floor board. 😊 We were just in the love with how much room there was, the absolutely stunning views, the sound of the ocean, the porches and windows! The host was great at communication. We WILL be back, don’t plan to stay anywhere else on our future Nova Scotia trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cape Forchu Stay
Beautiful property, quiet location, close to all of the town amenities and excellent communication with the property manager.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard G., CHICAGO

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
No problems Great view free parking Nice house very close to the water Town is a short drive Stairs to climb to get to bedrooms
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent House and Location
This house is charming and has a fantastic view. It is close to Yarmouth, the Cape Forchu Lighthouse and only a few hours to Halifax. The coastline is amazing. The house is clean and updated but still has that historic feel. Our contact was helpful with a minor issue when we got there that was resolved. My only negative is that we didn't have more time to spend there! I would highly recommend this listing if you are ever in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property!
We stayed two nights at this property and we didn’t want to go on any excursions away from it because it was so amazing. All the amenities here are the real deal and it was the highlight of our two week vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Srinivasan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property in general was just ok. The most frustrating was the access to building after the long drive to the place at night. The door code did not work and expedia was not of much help. Finally the host Liam was very helpful and got us access to the realtor keys. The rooms were quite congested. The stairway to the upper bedrooms was very narrow. We were promised 2 full baths but upstairs was only a half bath with no door lock and unfinished walls. The lower shower stall leaked at the door. We would not recommend this house for the elderly or disabled.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely stay at the Cottage by the Sea
Loved this property as soon as we drove up to the door--inviting and whimsical, like a fairytale cottage. We called it the hodgepodge cottage because of its obvious history with porches and extra rooms added---each one increasing the charm. It is also a home with beloved books in every room. The kitchen had all the amenities we needed. The larger upstairs bedroom, airy and comfortable, had beautiful views of the false harbor--thankful for the convenience of an upstairs 1/2 bath. Our favorite though, was the deck. Watching the large dramatic tide swings--the perfect spot for an evening glass of wine. Thankful to Liam. Attentive to our needs and a great communicator. Don't miss the Apple Core Lighthouse on the Cape and The Blueberry Fields Bakery in town. One of our favorite stays.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B., Billerica, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming older home with so much character!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Cape Forchu. This older home has so much character and the owner's collection/decor of unusual items was so fun to explore and look at. We had a stormy day in and were really comfortable with so many places to sit and read. The bathrooms are clearly newly renovated and we appreciated them being modern and clean. The bed was so comfortable and what a great view to wake to, even in the rain. I can see a lot of love in this home and I'm sure the improvements will continue to blend some new with the special older character. My only suggestion would be to install a grab bar on the window side of the stairs at the top to help/make safer the descent on the curve. WIshing you all the best with your beautiful home and thank you so much for sharing it with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew w., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location / quiet spot
Beautiful building with a very interesting interior. Lots of ways to stay entertained at this spot.the view of the sea and surrounding area is very unique. A quiet place to watch the sea and have a campfire. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha S., Christiansted

Liked: Cleanliness
Like a storybook or movie setting
This house is lovely, warm and serene. It was so relaxing and peaceful. The kitchen is well appointed and bedroom was very comfortable. (In fact I haven't slept that well in a along time!) The property manager, Liam, was responsive and prompt. While there isn't a lot to do in Yarmouth or Cape Forchu, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. I would rate the house and surroundings as one of my favorites for total rest and relaxation.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023