Title: Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=95105722&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax! Lakefront holiday home with Hot tub and sauna ## Photo gallery for Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax! ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax! (Brookside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95110000/95105800/95105722/cffb7011.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax! 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(Brookside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95110000/95105800/95105722/109fb9c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on Moosehorn Lake, the Den of Zen offers a serene lakeside retreat with private waterfront and beautiful grounds. Relax in the outdoor hot tub or wood stove sauna, enjoy cozy nights by the fire, or unwind in this secluded space. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41250 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax! Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Located on Moosehorn Lake in Brookside, only 20 mins outside the city of Halifax and 20 mins from beautiful Peggy's Cove, the Den of Zen offers your very own lakeside retreat with a private waterfront and beautiful grounds. Whether it's swimming, kayaking or paddling on the lake, enjoying cozy nights next to the fire, relaxing in the outdoor hot tub & wood stove sauna, or simply enjoying tranquility in a beautiful & secluded space, it's all here for you! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### 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 - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - 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 - Air conditioning - 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 - Hardwood flooring in public areas - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 1,250 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108970000/108967000/108966921/2d8a193c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Gale Lunenburg - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=108966921&PinnedHotelID=108966921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84520000/84517700/84517684/47171144.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Falls Lake Burrow - Private Cottage with Screened-in Hot Tub Windsor - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 43 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=84517684&PinnedHotelID=84517684&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109620000/109617600/109617541/f0ef5999.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Beautiful Waterfront 2BDR Home in Protected and Picturesque, Herring Cove NS. 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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, 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 STR2425D2851 ## About the area Located in Brookside, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Museum of Natural History and Rebecca Cohn Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Goodwood Family Golf Centre and Indian Lake Golf Course. Canada Games Centre and Emera Oval are also worth visiting. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Brookside travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brookside.dx717126248225447936) [View more Holiday homes in Brookside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brookside-Private-Holiday-Homes.d717126248225447936-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.53815%2C-63.71681&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wH82MKuP4joLbtVp6w0PFMdUng8=) Brookside, NS ### What's nearby - ![Halifax_BayersLakeBusinessPark_6253375_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6253375/a461a5e0-00c5-4c2f-b69f-7d76a9d65c88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bayers Lake Business Park 14 min drive \- 10.7 miles - Goodwood Family Golf Centre 8 min drive \- 6.0 miles - Indian Lake Golf Course 9 min drive \- 6.5 miles - Long Lake Provincial Park 10 min drive \- 7.4 miles - Exhibition Park 12 min drive \- 8.9 miles ### Getting around - Halifax Station 28 min drive - Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) 36 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 22 min drive - Circle K 12 min drive - The Tidal Bay 20 min drive - BaBa's Pizzeria 24 min drive - Martin's Kitchen 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax!? ### What time is check-in at Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax!? ### What time is check-out at Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax!? ### Where is Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax! 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 16 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erica A. 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property with amazing views!!! ##### Erica A. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia H. 11 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property Beautiful place. Clean, excellent amenities we throughly enjoyed our stay ##### Patricia H. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila H. 25 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular Place Lovely spot would go back for sure. So well organized beautiful accommodations. Highly recommend. ##### Sheila H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing lakeside home We stayed at this beautiful lakeside property in order to be in a quiet location close to Halifax. We really enjoyed our stay. The house had everything that we needed and the lake access was great. If possible, we plan on staying in this property again next year. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny M. 6 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous! Loved this property so much. Highly recommend this setting: calm, clean, and well cared for. We felt safe and truly relaxed. ##### Jenny M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew O. 24 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 5 Star Property! This is a wonderful lakeside home and fantastic property! The home itself is beautiful all the way through and very clean. All amenities you need are there. Communication with the owner was very quick and thorough. We hope to come back in the summer to enjoy the propert to its full extent. Very highly recommended! ##### Matthew O. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim G. 1 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing vacation getaway! The property was incredible from the second we pulled in. The check-in process was great. We loved how absolutely bright, spacious and clean the entire place was. The kitchen was well supplied and the bed was very comfortable. The hosts really went above and beyond with the little added touches. From the coffee bar to the herbs and spices, really great. The outside was gorgeous! The view from the deck or inside looking out at the lake was just so peaceful and relaxing. We could not recommend this place more. Loved it! ##### Tim G. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William P. 23 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing cabin near the city We had a wonderful few days on the lake. 2 of us went back into the city each day to work, the other 2 worked from the cabin. In the evenings we relaxed in the hot tub, playing board games in the cabin, or relaxing on the dock. It is a wonderful cabin and we hope to be able to go back again. I highly recommend trying this place out. ##### William P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lynn M. 15 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Place Ever!!!! We are two couples who stayed at the Den of Zen for a full week. We have stayed in close to 60 short term rentals and this is by far the best! The space itself is immaculately clean and beautifully appointed with a mid century meets farmhouse vibe. Shelley has not missed one single item. We had everything we needed and more. The setting and the outdoor amenities are like being in paradise! We took advantage of sitting out on the dock, kayaking, sitting around the fire pit at night chatting, taking a sauna, and relaxing at the end of a long hiking day in the super clean Jacuzzi!! This was our base before starting out on fantastic day trips. Suggestions of must-do activities include Peggy‘s Cove, Polly’s Cove, High Head hiking trail, AKA, Dr. Bill Freedman‘s Nature Trail, Lunenburg, and Crystal Crescent Beach. Additionally, we went into Halifax most nights for a fabulous dinner at some of the great restaurants. We also had a spa afternoon at a spa in downtown Halifax and a day to explore/shop in nearby neighborhoods of Hydrostone and Dartmouth. Shelley could not have been a better host. Very responsive and very positive. What an experience!!! Just see for yourself. Too much to describe in words. ##### lynn M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy and Tim 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful, peaceful, perfect! ##### Sandy and Tim Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill C. 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great view very clean ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cd4582ed-1f78-47cf-abee-6c8c756bb227-1760660776724.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jill C. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa M. 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We came for our wedding anniversary, and it did not disappoint! So quiet, calm and relaxing. It felt like we were in the middle of nowhere, yet we were so close to Halifax. The home was immaculate, beds were comfy, and decor was beautiful. We really enjoyed the hot tub and sauna! What a nice cherry on top. Thank you! We hope to be back. ##### Melissa M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrin N. 13 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful you need to see this place, just beautiful and built with lot´s of love. ##### Katrin N. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nova Scotia Getaway This property and hosts were amazing. Great access to many of the local beaches and coastal villages and downtown Halifax. This was our first time exploring Halifax and surrounding area and the Den of Zen was a great spot to relax after a day of site seeing. New property with all of the modern conveniences. Two King Size suites, full bathroom with spa finishes, large kitchen and lounge area and that only describes the inside. Outside there are multiple seating areas including a large deck with BBQ, fire pit, hot tub and wood fired sauna. Totally awesome is the only way to describe the property and the experience. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Den of Zen. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ab1a0ba0-ddc3-44d2-bb64-85e526f49341-1752527795047.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/38171c61-52f8-4db9-89d8-e1a3b781ed8c-1752527795147.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/02aca548-d02f-4f3c-a967-f5b57d06731d-1752527795963.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7c99bdf4-e214-4746-a68b-4aebcbb3901f-1752527796282.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherry D. 29 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sherry Loved this cottage so clean beautiful and private can’t wait to go back and stay longer next time! ##### Sherry D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie K. 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Natalie K. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ---