In the heart of Shelburne Waterfront district, Beside The Tulip Tree offers a historic retreat. With high ceilings and original wood floors, this charming home features a master bedroom, large bath with whirlpool jet soaker tub and separate shower stall, recently renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Enjoy outdoor living on the attached deck with BBQ or unwind in the sunroom overlooking Shelburne waterfront.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 593 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
The current price is AU$284
AU$284
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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About this property
Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District
This historic home is in the Shelburne Waterfront district, a short stroll and you are at the scenic waterfront. Lovingly referred to as Beside The Tulip Tree. Many beaches are within a short drive away. Built in the 1800's, this property features high ceilings on the main level, a master bedroom, large bath with shower stall and soaker tub, recently renovated kitchen, attached deck with BBQ, living room with flat screen smart tv, high speed internet,Netflix,and 2 more bedrooms on the top floor.
Featured in the book Historic Shelburne, this 3 story home was originally built by local merchant with his business occupying the ground level and separate living quarters on the 2nd & 3rd level. You are renting the top 2 floors - an entire self contained unit. The Tulip Tree in the yard blooms yellow tulip like flowers in the spring. A very short stroll to the waterfront and award winning restaurant Charlotte Lane.
This unit occupies 2 floors. Street level entrance, stairwell leads to your first floor.
FLOOR 1
• Bedroom queen size bed, dresser, with comfortable bedding • Extra pillows and blankets • Bright sunny windows • Clothing rod with hangers • Full bathroom with whirlpool jet soaker tub and separate shower stall • Newly renovated kitchen with new cupboards, stainless steel fridge, oven/range, microwave, coffee maker, electric kettle, toaster, pots & pans, utensils and dishes for dining in. Eat at counter with stools • Dining room with table & chairs • lounge area with sofa, seating and smart tv • WiFi • Reading material • high ceilings, original wood floors and fireplace (non-working) • ceiling fan and air conditioning (in summer months), thermostat and heat control in winter • Sunroom with patio doors leading to private patio area (there is a stairwell from this upper level patio down to the private backyard). Partial view of Shelburne waterfront
FLOOR 2 (top level) • 1 Bedroom with Queen size bed, closet and bedside outlet for charging electronic devices. • 1 Bedroom with double bed, closet and outlets for charging devices • This level is accessed by original stairwell (built in 1800's) which has more narrow steps than today's
In the spring & summer, this unit includes a BBQ and outdoor lounge chairs in the unit's private back yard
***due to stairs we caution individuals with mobility issues or young children when booking. Feel free to ask more questions to determine if this unit will suit your needs. We want everyone to have a care-free, comfortable vacation.
Parking is included.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
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
This property does not allow children
Note from host: Please note the unit is not childproof, and there
Events
No 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, 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 STR2425E5566
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Shelburne is home to this apartment. Osprey Arts Centre and Shelburne County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boxing Rock Brewing Co and Islands Provincial Park. Visit our Shelburne travel guide
Is Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District ?
As of 23 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District on 29 Mar 2026 start from AU$284, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District located?
Situated in Shelburne, this apartment building is steps away from Shelburne County Museum, Dory Shop Museum and Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum. Osprey Arts Centre and Muir-Cox Shipbuilding Interpretive Centre are also within 5 minutes.
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Beside The Tulip Tree - 3Bd Historic Home located in Waterfront District Reviews
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Exceptional
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This property is exactly as described. It is spacious, well appointed and conveniently located in Shelburne. Our host was great. Hope we get to come back!
We enjoyed our stay at the property. The apartment is tastefully decorated with a beautifully updated kitchen and bath, and the location is great. A few updates are needed: securing the handrail going up to the third floor (it is very loose), adding an AC unit in the second floor bedroom, and replacing the very soft mattress in the second floor bedroom. Those updates would turn this very nice property into a first class rental.
Great launching-off point for south shore explorations!
Communication with property owner was clear and responsive from my first email and throughout our stay. This bright, clean, safe unit provided a wonderful taste of small-town Nova Scotia! We took sight-seeing drives every day to visit a variety of towns/cities (Yarmouth, Cape Forchu, Barrington Passage, Liverpool, Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, Peggy's Cove and Halifax - all places we'd highly recommend!). At the end of each day we'd come "home" and enjoy strolling an evening loop around nearby Dock Street. A friendly little town; we'd happily rent this unit again. :)
As luck would have it, we spent two days here during a power outage because of Hurricane Lee. Despite the less than ideal circumstances, we were very impressed with the house and would definitely stay here again if we return to Shelburne.
We enjoyed our stay. The house was well equipped however there was only one bathroom. We were with another couple and the bedroom where we slept was in the attic. The stairs were far too steep for code and there was no bathroom on that floor. It was very treacherous in the middle of the night coming down to the second level where the bathroom was located.
Beautiful & spacious home, the kitchen is fully stocked, we enjoyed the deck with our morning coffee. The location is ideal to the beautiful waterfront & some restaurants. Shawn greeted us on arrival & was available if we needed anything. We enjoyed our stay & we’ll certainly recommending his property to others.
Shawn was amazing to work with!! He was so accommodating to our situation. Any issues or questions, Shawn was quick to answer and assist right away. The rental was in the perfect location, walking distance to the beautiful harbour and waterfront of Shelburne. Beds were comfortable and there were lots of kitchen supplies to make full meals. We will definitely be back!!
Friends and I stayed for 3 nights at this lovely property in Shelburne. Perfect location to explore the waterfront museums and local restaurants. Also an easy drive to the gorgeous beaches along the South Shore.
Communication with our host was excellent - he quickly addressed any questions we had. Definitely recommend.
We enjoyed the property and its conveniences. But: throw rugs should have a rubberized pad under them to avoid danger of slipping. Also: there should be a railing for the steep staircase and a step outside the entrance to decrease the height of entering into the premises.
Shelburne is a magical spot & this historic home is the cherry on top! Our trio felt very much at home in this spacious and unique abode. We thoroughly enjoyed the intermixing of historic architecture & modern touches within Shawn's home. The location is fantastic; one can easily walk to the waterfront as soon as you see a hint of the sunrise/sunset coming in through the large kitchen windows. Shawn's communication made coordinating all the details surrounding our stay a breeze and the space was as tidy as can be. We felt we could touch a part of history; staying here definitely added to our South Shore experience! Thanks again Shawn for having us; we look forward to returning on our next cycling adventure!
The apartment looks as the pictures. It is walking distance to everything you need at the house. Check in/out easy as it is a lock box. We only had time for one night but it would be a great escape for a quiet getaway. Limited options for food, but the Charlotte cafe & the bean dock were great!
Lisa G.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Phyllis P.
4 Sept 2018
Nice city location
Very nice spot near the water and perfect for walking. Pleasant and spacious. A tidy property.