Nestled beside a serene lake, Dockside Cottage offers the perfect retreat. Unwind in the hot tub or by the lakeside fire pit after a day of tubing. A short drive from Truro and Stewiacke, this cottage provides easy access to Dartmouth crossing and downtown Halifax.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Parking available
The current price is AU$586
AU$586
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
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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.
3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC
Dockside cottage is the perfect location! Just 10 minutes to Truro or Stewiacke and 35 to Dartmouth crossing or 45 to downtown Halifax!!
There is a bakery in Brookfield that has the most amazing treats which is just a few minutes away!
The lake has a public boat launch so bringing your boat is very convenient. After a day of tubing, relax in the hot tub or enjoy a fire, lakeside!
The cottage will have everything you need! It is truly your home away from home!
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
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)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Gather all bedding and towels and put in the laundry room - please start a load of laundry before leaving
Gather all trash and put in trash bin in driveway, we do not recycle so no need to separate the items.
Turn off all lights, Turn down AC/heat before leaving if used it, make sure all windows doors are shut before leaving,
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be supervised by an adult all times!
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
For any event permission must be requested!
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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: For any event permission must be requested!
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-2023-24-03271606364450227-136
About the area
Shortts Lake is home to this cottage. Mastodon Ridge and Little White Schoolhouse Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Colchester Historeum and Lawrence House Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Rath Eastlink Community Centre or Atlantic Motorsport Park. Visit our Shortts Lake travel guide
Is 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC?
As of 17 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC on 14 Apr 2026 start from AU$586, 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 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC located?
Situated in Shortts Lake, this cottage is steps from Shortts Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Brookfield Golf & Country Club and Mastodon Ridge. Brookfield Wetland and Nature Trail and Trenholms Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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3 Bedroom Lakefront less than 1 hr from Halifax with Hot Tub, WIFI and AC Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The Shortt Lake cottage was the perfect home base for our family gathering for my Dad's 100th Birthday. Handy for pickups from the airport. Close to my Dad's place in Truro. And comfortable for family connections throughout the day and night.
This house was truly amazing! It was such a relaxing place with the lake, the dock, the outside fireplace and the hot tub to sit in on the cooler evenings. The beds were comfortable, as were the sofa and chairs. We loved this rental! ❤️
This property had everything we needed to spread out as a family and have fun and relax. Many different”zones” in the house for different activities. accessible for those with mobility issues., main floor bed and bath was a lifesaver for an aging parent!
Host was prompt and responsive to small concerns. House was beautifully decorated and spacious. The air conditioning was very cold so bring a sweater! Property was well appointed with lots of lake toys( Stand up paddle boards, floaties etc) pet friendly with full gated yard. Would book again!
Beautiful place, but couldn't figure out how to use the shower in main bathroom and the lamps didn't work, but all in all it was a great holiday and thoroughly enjoyed myself
The property was great and we really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful views and it was even decorated for the holidays. The driveway however wasn’t plowed and it was really difficult to get out. Overall, lovely.
We stayed here for one week with extended family. There was plenty of room for everyone, lots of nooks and crannies to relax. Lots of room for time together and time alone to read a book or relax. The cottage and lake area had everything we needed! The host, Rebecca, was very responsive and answered questions immediately. Will be back for a third booking next year!
Our two families had an amazing time and made so many wonderful memories during our stay. The home was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. We spend lots of time in the hot tub and on the lake. Truly a vacation to remember!
We had a great family weekend. It’s a beautiful place. Big enough that we all had our own space and personal enough that we were all around each other. We were able to bring our own pontoon boat and kayaks. The bonfire pit was nice and relaxing. Enjoyed the hot-tub. This property is a good bang for your buck. I would suggest this place to everyone. Lou d’Entremont
Lou d.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Lorne
25 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Kids loved the paddle boarding and the waterfront. Some septic issues but owner responded when made aware.
Lorne
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Joanne P.
28 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
A little out of the way!
The property is quite beautiful though might have benefited from some cleaning details. It was very distant from everything so be prepared to get everything you need right away or make frequent, long trips to Truro. Beautiful property though!