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Interior
Interior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

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 Luxurious Downtown Building History Galore

Located next door to The Governor Generals home is this Iconic 200 year old building loaded with History. Considered to be 1 of the 5 most Iconic properties in downtown Halifax. Lucy Maude Montgomery - The Writer of Anne of Green Gables lived here while going to University.
The top 2 floors loaded with fabulous trim and woodwork, built in glass cabinets, wonderful exposure with tons of natural light throughout.
Hardwood floors throughout with fireplaces in several of the rooms.
Fabulous kitchen granite countertop, stainless appliances an island for gathering around.
Approximately 2300 square feet on 2 levels.
2 minute walk to the Halifax waterfront, and ferry to cross the water and explore downtown Dartmouth.
Luxuriously decorated with 4 poster canopy beds.

Property manager

902-497-2265

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

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

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The property has 2 flights of unprotected stairs.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 STR2425C7467

Property is also known as

Iconic Luxurious Downtown Building History Galore
Iconic Luxurious Downtown Building: History Galore Halifax

About the area

Map
Halifax, NS

What's nearby

  • Scotiabank Centre - 10 min walk
  • Casino Nova Scotia - 14 min walk
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 14 min walk
  • Dalhousie University - 17 min walk
  • IWK Health Centre - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 6 min walk
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bicycle Thief - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alexander Keith's Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sea Smoke Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante a Mano - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Wired Monk Coffee Bistro - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Iconic Luxurious Downtown Building History Galore pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Iconic Luxurious Downtown Building History Galore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Iconic Luxurious Downtown Building History Galore?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Iconic Luxurious Downtown Building History Galore located?

Located in Downtown Halifax, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Government House and Scotiabank Centre. Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and Casino Nova Scotia are also within 15 minutes. Halifax Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Iconic Luxurious Downtown Building History Galore Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tami N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The property was beautiful, clean and in the perfrct location for being able to walk anywhere in downtown. Close to a park for kids and lots of choice of restaurants too. So much history in the building was an extra bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Matches the listing. Well located for a stay in halifax.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken A., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, good access
Group of 8 stayed here, and other than stairs (there are a few) it was a terrific spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family trip
Lovely stay - great spacious accomodation- immediate response by management . Location is very good and central - would recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lucy Maud’s Home
Great place to stay for the weekend . Ideal location to both the Harbourfront and Restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home For a Visit
Location , location , location .... everything you could possibly need is walkable / no vehicle required ! Good family accommodation in the city .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Lovely accommodation - close to Dalhousie, Spring Garden for shopping, Bishop’s Landing for waterfront stroll. The apartment was quiet and very comfortable. The games and tv options were perfect for relaxing with teens. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very unique, charming, well appointed home
This home is centrally located, easy walk 5 mintue walk to waterfront and to Spring Garden Road and close to the Public Gardens. Easy check-in, Holly the manager was readily available, responded quickly. Would definitely stay here in future visits to Halifax.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
An old friends getaway
This was one of the most ideal locations & atmosphere for 6 old friends looking for a calm,relaxed & down-town Halifax experience!! It offered an elegant home-base that allowed us to walk to sites and points of interests as well as giving us the tools to create our own meals and the space where all could sit down together!! It was wonderful! Thank you Holly for being a fantastic host!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an excellent time and Holly was a great host!
Very good and we hope to rent again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding away from home
We stayed at the home over the August long weekend to celebrate my nephews wedding. The house was as advertised and the little extras made our stay convenient. Staying downtown was especially nice for ourselves and our grown children and their spouses. .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and place.
This was perfect for our three generations. Plenty of room to spread out and come together. Walking distance to anything in Halifax proper. Just two blocks or so from the boardwalk and another few up the hill to the Citadel and shopping. Halifax is a great town and we would definitely stay in this house again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret and Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
We stayed here with 4 adults and two girls 3.5 and 6. It was lovely. Very close to the convention centre where 2 were attending a conference, and close to shopping and many activities for all. A quick walk to the waterfront and many historic sites—right next door to Government House. It was a bonus that LM Montgomery had stayed here too. The rooms are beautifully decorated and well appointed. The kitchen was very well stocked with dishes, pots, etc., and it has a full stove, and full sized MW, DW, and fridge. There is also a new laundry set in one of the top floor bedrooms. There was lots of space for all of us with even a bedroom leftover. The large living/dining room was very functional, and we had plenty of room for hosting meals with friends we’d known when we lived in Halifax previously. We had a fabulous time, and Holly was a super host! The only caveat would be this is not an accessible property being 200 years old. We could all negotiate stairs well, but there is a flight of stairs to the front door, and two more long flights to the top floor bedrooms. There is one bedroom on the main floor and a powder room, but the only tub/shower is on the top floor. We did fine here with 6 people, but restricted mobility would be an issue with this property. Otherwise, it’s a gem!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Geoffrey G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Be careful
Got there, everything was ok. Moved table over (cause the backside was against the wall) 2 friends arrived to pick us up before dinner. Owners office was below, she barged in without knocking, screamed at us saying we had to many people staying there. I explained that the two people were just there picking us up. She screamed at us demanding we leave for having a party. Absolutely no party. She claimed we had a party because there 2 empty pizza boxes, an empty wing box, empty garlic box. There was 4 of us adults who got pizza the night before. (4 of us were registered guests). There was also a bag of empty water, pop, and beer cans IN THE RECYCLING BIN… we never made a mess at all, no damage obviously. Very strange experience. The host left us stranded in Halifax at 5pm at night. I would avoid at all costs.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

James T., Ottawa Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing Short of Amazing
I have never before enjoyed such a luxurious property on a short term rental. The reality is that I don’t own a home with four bedrooms with four-post beds in an historic place in one of my favourite cities. Remarkable furnishings. Fantastic host. My wife can’t stop talking about it. Very thankful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

barbara m., Satellite Beach usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, comfortable home in great location
The balance of period furniture and modern appliances was perfect. Beds very comfortable. Thermostats in each room allowed individual comfort. There were six of us, age 18-78. Great location for easy walk to restaurants and places of interest. Host was very responsive and a delight to work with. We hope to stay here on future visits.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Reunion
This property hosted 7 women with high standards, the property exceeded all expectations! Clean, comfortable beds, lots of room and walking distance to all amenities, everything you might need. Holly the hostess was very accommodating and available. We shall return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at the Stoddard House
The 4 bedroom 2 bath appartment was spotlessly clean, full kitchen setup, beautiful furnishings including canopy 4 poster beds. The location was great with easy walking distance to downtown Halifax, the boardwalk, restaurants. Holly was very communicative and helpful. I would highly recommend this place and would love to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property in a fantastic location!
This house is beautiful, and very spacious. We were 6 adults and always felt relaxed in the space; we never felt crowded. The house was extremely clean - with a great mix of modern and historic elements. We loved the artwork! We loved the additional provisions (snacks and coffee) to get us started, as well as the board games as we wound down at the end of some very long days. The location was perfect - it's a quick and easy walk to the Waterfront, to Spring Garden Road, to Argyle Street, to the Citadel, and to the Public Gardens - and over the weekend, all street parking was Free! Our host was fantastic - she checked in on the first day to make sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and again at the end of our stay to ensure an easy checkout. I'd definitely look this one up again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Fort McMurray

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This historic home is a the perfect spot from which to explore Halifax. The house is very nice; an old world charm, with some modern touches. It is large, with plenty of room for a big family or group of friends. The location doesn't really get any better; you're steps away from the best of Halifax. The waterfront, restaurants, cafes, bars, clubs, historic sights. Minor gripe would be that not all rooms had A/C so they could get a little warm. We would most definitely stay here again given the chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Downtown Location in a House with Character. Inconvenient Parking
The Stoddard house is in a nearly perfect location for tourists to Halifax. It's just a 5 minute walk to the waterfront boardwalk's many offerings, just steps away from some of the city's best eats and downtown shopping, and public gardens/citadel are just 10 minutes away. The house has really beautiful character with four poster beds in all the bedrooms, and clean, comfortable furniture. The hosts go above and beyond to provide extra amenities like fruit snacks and packaged cookies and coffee. Even dry shampoo in the bathrooms! We had 8 family members staying together, a mix of adults, an infant, a child, and even a small dog. There was plenty of space for us to all feel comfortable and hang out. There's even a bit of grass across the road that was good to take the dog out to. Parking was a bit of a headache as the property doesn't have attached or free parking. There are a lot of public lots that can be used, but they're a bit of a walk away. We went with Indigo Parking's Long Term parking lot at the VIA rail station about 10 mins away. They had a very cheap $35-one week rate going if you download the app. Check-in and Check-out was not too bad as the spaces across the road are free 6pm-8am (I think). Our garbage filled up pretty quickly and we had to coordinate with the manager to pick it up as there wasn't a refuse area we had access to. The owners are very quick communicators and made the booking and check-in/out process very easy. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
CLEAN and UNIQUE
What a great place! VERY CLEAN with such a unique feel. Historic with modern touches. Kitchen had everything we needed plus additional provisions (snacks and coffee) to get us started. We all slept great as the beds were all very comfortable. Location was perfect, within walking distance of all fun things, good restaurants and entertainment. We loved doing a bit of people watching on the front steps too. Holly was great with communication, checking in on us the first day to make sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and on the last day to ensure we were on the same page for checkout. Would definitely recommend and will be looking at Holly's other rentals for future visits!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and historical building
Wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021