Rustic Charm: Vintage Farm Retreat in Dartmouth

Clean and eclectic inner-city house with a modern and vintage farm flair, nestled between Lake Banook and Sullivan’s Pond. Just 13 minute walk to downtown Dartmouth, 15 minute walk to Ferry Terminal. Quick Drive to Halifax. Comfortable living spaces, fully equipped kitchen and clean bathroom with jetted tub!

✔1 bedroom has extremely comfortable queen bed. 2nd bedroom has a single bed. Living room has a futon.
✔free Wi-Fi ✔Full Kitchen ✔Parking ✔Washer and Dryer ✔Heat and A/C ✔Jet Tub

Welcome to our charming urban vintage farm retreat in the heart of Dartmouth! Our home is well lived in and well loved and promises a cozy, warm and welcoming feeling from the moment you step inside. When in town we offer rooms to fellow travelers.

Our well-equipped kitchen is perfect for preparing delicious home-cooked meals. The barn-inspired dining room is a unique feature, complete with a large wooden table and a custom-built light fixture made from wood sourced from the family farm in Cape Breton.

The living room also has a futon that can accommodate an extra guest.

Relax in the comfortable queen bed and there is also a 2nd bedroom available with a comfy single cot. Both bedrooms are flooded with dappled sunlight and features nice-sized closet and each with a dedicated work station.

The full bathroom is located on the second floor with the bedrooms. It has been updated with modern tilework and features a heated jetted deep soaker tub, great for relaxing after a long day.

Walk along the scenic Sullivans Duck Pond, where, on finer days, you may find our famous white geese and Pekoe our lovely neighbourhood cat. In winter, remember to bring your skates, in summer bring you canoe. We refer to our street as the happiest place on earth, and we can`t wait for you to experience it for yourself!

Driveway parking is available for guests and is the recommended option for overnight or longer stays. The driveway is steep and exits onto a busy road, so some guests find parking near the bottom easiest for coming and going.

Nearby street parking is available on Bolton Terrace, but it is generally limited to 2 hours unless an appropriate HRM parking permit is obtained. Paid visitor permits are available for short-term use, and some longer-term occupants may qualify for a residential permit. Street parking may also be restricted during winter parking bans. Please contact us if you have questions about the best parking option for your stay.

Check in anytime after 3:00PM on check in date, let yourselves in at any time after that with keypad access provided before check-in.

Unfortunately the building is not wheelchair accessible. You will have access to bedrooms, living room, bathroom, kitchen and dining room, back yard and washer/dryer in basement. This listing is not shared with any other guests or homeowner when open, however it is not completely clear of homeowner items.

Please handle all of your personal garbage, compost and recycles properly upon departure, instruction are inside the door below the sink. Please leave the space tidy, completely scrub pots and return all items to the spaces you found them, apart from linens. And please remember to take all your personal belongs, close windows, turn the heat to 17 or cooling to 24, turn off all heated floors, if on, and lock the doors.

We respect your privacy and want you to feel fully at home. We won’t be present during your stay, but we’re always just a message away if you need anything.

We are located near downtown Dartmouth, between Sullivan`s Pond and Lake Banook. Many local restaurants, cafes and grocery stores are within walking distance. If you want to explore Halifax, the Ferry Terminal is only a 15 minute walk. If you are looking for something specific don’t hesitate to ask.

The home is located on a main downtown street. The neighbourhood is very walkable.

Please read description completely and carefully to be certain the listing offering and your obligations meet your approval before booking. We strive for a 5 star review each stay so this is very important to us. If you cannot find what you are wanting to know with the description listed don`t hesitate to contact us and we will do our utmost to answer your questions or address any concerns.

Guests are responsible to keep the space and contents as they were upon arrival. Please place items back where you found them after use.

Tidy kitchen and bathroom, and place dishes in the dishwasher and start the dishwasher before you leave. Kindly wash all wooden handle knives by hand and ensure pots and pans are clean and dry and returned to their original space. You may leave linens on the bed and towels in the tub for the cleaners.

*No smoking or vaping of any substances in units or building

There is a $300 penalty for unauthorized pets in the unit.
-Please remove shoes when entering the unit/building to help keep the space clean and reduce noise transfer.
-Please follow garbage and recycling instructions carefully.
- *No smoking or vaping of any substances in units or building. we will charge a penalty fee of $1000 or more to cover the cost of cleaning to remove the odor
- *Not suitable for pets, $500 penalty for unauthorized pets in the unit. This is also a breach of the house rules.
- *No parties or events
- *Noise is to be kept to a low level after 10pm on week days and over all respectful levels on the weekends.
- *We have zero tolerance for vandalism or abuse of others in the building and parties/drinking/drugs within the unit or on property. This space is designed to be a home away from home for you and we ask that you respect it that way as well as others privacy in the building.
- * For security reasons, there are no visitors allowed in the unit other than the guests approved to stay, unless otherwise communicated to and approved by the host.
-if you would like a physical key, we request a security deposit of 100$, which will be returned to you after confirmation of receiving key upon your departure
-Please do not flush paper towels, tissues and feminine products down toilet
- Please use a reasonable amount of water and electricity to help us maintain a sustainable environment; excessive usage may result in additional charges.
-Unapproved Late Checkout Policy: Checkout is 11 AM; unauthorized late checkout fees: $50 (up to 1 hour), $100 (after 11 AM), $150 (after 12 PM)
-Guests must report maintenance, cleanliness, or safety concerns as soon as they are noticed so we have an opportunity to address them during the stay.
-Please keep windows and doors closed when heat or air conditioning is running. Guests may be responsible for damage caused by leaving windows or doors open during rain, snow, or extreme weather.
- Damage Deposit (For All Bookings EXCEPT AIRBNB): A $500 damage deposit will be automatically authorized from the payment method on file. This deposit will be held upon check-out. If no damages or additional fees are required, this deposit will be refunded to you after 7 days.
- The person who booked must provide a photo of government-issued ID, along with the full names of all guests staying, for verification purposes only.
- Lost & Left-Behind Items upon Check-out: Please double-check and take all of your belongings with you at check-out. Our team is not responsible for any items left behind by guests. If you realize you’ve forgotten something, please contact us right away. While we cannot guarantee its return, we will do our best to assist. If you request shipping of left-behind items, a $70 fee will apply, and items will only be shipped once payment has been received.

By booking our property, you agree to abide by these house rules. We hope you have a wonderful and comfortable stay in our home!