Nestled in the quaint fishing village of Port Medway, The Idle Hour offers a serene oceanfront escape. This restored ship captain's home features an indoor fireplace, gourmet kitchen, and library with western classics. Explore 2 acres of grounds, enjoy outdoor dining on the whimsical screened-in porch overlooking magical sunsets.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging.
Experience elegant country living at its finest on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. The Idle Hour is a newly restored ship captain’s home, located in the quintessential fishing village of Port Medway, Nova Scotia.
The Idle Hour features a gourmet kitchen, indoor fireplace, 3 + 1 bedrooms, and a library devoted to the western classics. The property is set on 2 acres with 450 feet of oceanfront, adjacent to a stony beach. Access is by land or sea, with private anchorage.
Available for events. Pricing TBD. The space 2,500 sq ft. Main house: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Double, 1 Day bed (expands to a Queen)
Private mooring is available on request
Whimsical screened-in porch suitable for outdoor dining, overlooking ocean and magical sunsets
2 paddle boards, 2 sea kayaks, 4 bicycles (2 adult and 2 children), and outdoor fire pit
Located within the UNESCO SouthWest Nova Biosephere Reserve.
Attractions/Events: - Port Medway Readers’ Festival - Art/History Shows - 2 historic lighthouses - Breathtaking Beaches nearby - Kejimkujik National Park - Historic Lunenburg nearby, UNESCO World Heritage Site
Guest access: Full access to the main house, two acres of grounds, private oceanfront and screened in porch
Other things to note: Office space available in fourth bedroom, with the day bed.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Gravel flooring in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near a hospital
Near the ocean
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-11201052415275330-29
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Port Medway, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Old Meeting House and Hank Snow Home Town Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Astor Theatre and Rossignol Cultural Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours. Visit our Port Medway travel guide
Is The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Idle Hour: Heritage. Place. Belonging. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Fosters Islands and Port Medway Lighthouse Park. Old Meeting House and Medway Head Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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