You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cottage by the lake - cozy escape
The Nest by the Lake is a cozy 3-bedroom cottage on beautiful Pentz Lake — perfect for families, couples, or friends. Enjoy kayaking, canoeing, and fishing from your private lakefront. Just 25 minutes to Bayers Lake and 30 minutes to downtown Halifax, it’s the ideal blend of peaceful nature and vibrant city life. Relax, recharge, and explore Nova Scotia’s best from this lakeside gem.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Uniacke Pines Golf Course. You'll find features like an arcade/game room. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a patio.
The vacation home offers a patio, a living room, and a Smart TV
Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Amenities include a water dispenser
Just a 3-minute drive from Uniacke Pines Golf Course and a few minutes from Uniacke Estate Museum Park
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find an arcade/game room, a garden, and a water dispenser. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Up to 25 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Kayak
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Water dispenser
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Cottage by the lake - cozy escape Reviews
Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
penny p.
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful clean place with all the comforts of home! The host is an excellent communicator and had everything you could want for family fun! It was so serene and peaceful, and we highly recommend it!! Thank you Joelle for a wonderful stay at your beautiful treasure on the lake!
penny p.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Michael T.
31 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Good location liked the paddle boats! Bbq and outdoors nice! Fire pit was nice but didn’t get to use it due to restrictions! Swimming not the best as very rocky area! No AC so it is warm but we brought or own fans which helped some! Overall nice place and no issues!
Michael T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jean-Luc E.
13 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Bel emplacement. Très propre. Très bonne communication.