Title: Private & cozy basement apartment surrounded by nature Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Private & cozy basement apartment surrounded by nature ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86150000/86148300/86148275/5a002c78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86150000/86148300/86148275/b16d7e66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86150000/86148300/86148275/7303e533.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86150000/86148300/86148275/b0c60a8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86150000/86148300/86148275/c0328df2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Private & cozy basement apartment surrounded by nature provides amenities, such as a water park and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 8.2 Very good ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private & cozy basement apartment surrounded by nature Enjoy this self-contained basement apartment, perfect for a cozy night in. A king bed awaits you in this private and comfortable space. Included in this apartment is a makeshift kitchen with all cooking essentials provided, a welcoming living room, a dedicated workspace, and a bright master bedroom, complete with a walk-in closet. This space has a private entrance. Friendly hosts are always a message away! The Pockwock Hideaway is a basement apartment with a private entrance around the back of a two-story house. The upstairs of the house is another rental- please note, you will hear occasional noise (footsteps, toilets flushing, etc.) as the floor is non-soundproofed. Included in the space is a large master bedroom with a comfy king-sized bed & walk-in closet. Off the bedroom is a welcoming living room with a pull-out sectional couch & a flat screen TV, complete with Netflix and Amazon Prime. Off the hallway, there is a room converted into a makeshift kitchen area with all essentials provided (toaster oven, microwave, hot plate, full-sized fridge, cutlery, etc.). Included in the room is a small table and chairs overlooking the yard. There is a small office area and a full bathroom with a deep tub- perfect for soaking. An extra mattress is available upon request for use & can be made up prior to arrival if needed. The unit also includes a washer and dryer, which are free for guest use. Outside, there is a large driveway with room for three vehicles or more. Enjoy a starry night view away from the city lights in this quiet and nature-filled area. Take a stroll along the nearby Pockwock walking trails and waterfalls for a refreshing nature-filled experience. The outdoor fire pit, yard, deck, and other outdoor amenities are reserved for upstairs guests' use only. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Water park - Basketball nearby - Golfing nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) ### General - Recycling - Unit size: 800 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Please keep noise to a minimum as the upstairs is also a rental unit. Quiet time is between 10 pm-8 am if the upstairs is rented ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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-2023-24-03281149297958878-1098 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.75599,-63.85232&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_hepG%7EcvdK%3FU%3FU%3FU%40U%3FU%40U%40U%40U%40UBU%40U%40SBUBUBUBSBUDUBSDUDSBSDSDSFSDUFQDSFSFSFQFQFSFQHQHQFQHQHOHQHOHOHQJOHMJOHOLMHMJOJMLMJKJMJKLMJKLKLIJKLILKLILILILGNILGLGLGNELGNELENELENENCLCNCNCNCLANANANALAP%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40N%40LBNBNBNBLBNDLDNDNDLDNFLDLFLFNHLFLFLHLHLHLJLHLJJHLJLJJLLJJLJJJLJLJNJLJLJNHNJLHNHPHNJNHPHNFPHPFPHPFPFRFPHPDRFRFRDRFRDRDRDRDRBRDTDRBTBTBRBTBTBTBR%40T%40T%40T%40T%40T%40T%40T%3FT%40T%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FTAT%3FTATATATATATATATCTCRCTCTCRCTCTERETCRERERETERGPERGRGRERIPGPGRGPIPGPIPGPINIPKPINININKNINKLKLKNKLKLKLKLKJMLKJMJMJKJMHMJMHMHMHMHMFMHOFMFMFMFODMFODODMBODMBODO%40OBMBO%40OBO%40O%3FM%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FQAMAO%3FOAOCMAOCOCOAMEOCOEMCOEMEOGMEOGMGMGMGOIMGMIMIMIMIMKKIMKMKKKMKKMKKKMMMKMKMIOMMIMKOIOKOIOIOIQIQIOIQGQIQIQGQGSGQGQGSGSESGQESGSEUESCSESEUCSEUCUCSCUCUCSAUAUCUAUAUAUAU%3FUAU%3FU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3liDR474fnvmP9K9yv66ivOWiRw=) Upper Hammonds Plains, NS #### What's nearby - Kearney Lake Beach - 22 min drive - 12.4 miles - Dalhousie University - 33 min drive - 18.8 miles - Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 34 min drive - 19.3 miles - Casino Nova Scotia - 34 min drive - 19.3 miles - Halifax Citadel - 34 min drive - 19.3 miles #### Getting around - Halifax Station - 39 min drive - Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Vernon's Thunderbird Diner - ‬7 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private & cozy basement apartment surrounded by nature pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Private & cozy basement apartment surrounded by nature? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private & cozy basement apartment surrounded by nature? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Private & cozy basement apartment surrounded by nature located? > Situated in Upper Hammonds Plains, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Little Pockwock Lake and Lizard Lake. Pockwock Road Park and Wrights Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private & cozy basement apartment surrounded by nature Reviews 8.2 ### Very good 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 5 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.6/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Ariel 8 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Everything was great, easy to find and check in. It was nice and clean. ##### Ariel Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah 7 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Lovely property great hosts ##### Deborah Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Christine E. 27 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation It was a nice stay ##### Christine E. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea 20 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication I would definitely stay there again. Easy to find, very well decorated, comfortable bed. ##### Andrea Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa W. 18 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Conveniently located My friends and I had a great stay. The property was located within good proximity to Halifax Peggy's Cove and other sites we wanted to visit while being quiet away from business. The hosts were always quick to reply to any questions and requests even quickly setting up the outdoor hot tub. Thank you ##### Lisa W. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica 7 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We enjoyed our stay here. The host was very responsive and easy to contact. There was lots of space and it was nice to have a kitchenette so we could do some of our own meals. It was nice to have access to a bbq and outdoor space with fire pit. We just didn't have enough time during our stay to utilize them. ##### Jessica Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Roy 10 Jul 2024 Liked: Amenities It was spacious but sadly not as clean as we would have liked it to have been, some rules were strange having to only use one electrical item at a time in the kitchen,the television instructions hadn't been updated in the book which lead to a bit of a battle with them both. ##### Roy Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kathy 14 Oct 2023 Liked: Property conditions & facilities ##### Kathy Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### blake 25 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### blake Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Baker Creek By Basecamp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Louise-Hotels-Baker-Creek-Mountain-Resort.h7710611.Hotel-Information) > > [Long Beach Lodge Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tofino-Hotels-Long-Beach-Lodge-Resort.h1892359.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jasper-Hotels-Fairmont-Jasper-Park-Lodge.h24928.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Bungalows](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jasper-Hotels-Pine-Bungalows.h37405792.Hotel-Information) > > [Lake Louise Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Louise-Hotels-Lake-Louise-Inn.h74992.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Whitby by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oshawa-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Whitby.h456085.Hotel-Information) > > [Black Rock Oceanfront Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tofino-Hotels-Black-Rock-Oceanfront-Resort.h2432309.Hotel-Information) > > [Glacier House Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Revelstoke-Hotels-Glacier-House-Resort.h2832756.Hotel-Information) > > [Emerald Lake Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Golden-Hotels-Emerald-Lake-Lodge.h191535.Hotel-Information) > > [Alpine Meadows Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clearwater-Hotels-Alpine-Meadows-Resort.h12489764.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crimson Jasper](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jasper-Hotels-The-Crimson-Jasper.h28261.Hotel-Information) > > [Alt Hotel Halifax Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Halifax-Hotels-Alt-Hotel-Halifax-Airport.h6159326.Hotel-Information) > > [Jasper Inn & Suites by INNhotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jasper-Hotels-Jasper-Inn-Suites-By-Sunrise.h32667087.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn by Hilton Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Membertou-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-By-Hilton-Sydney-Nova-Scotia.h4905064.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamloops-Hotels-Sun-Peaks-Grand-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h888272.Hotel-Information) > > [Tonquin Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jasper-Hotels-Tonquin-Inn.h6709279.Hotel-Information) > > [Marmot Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jasper-Hotels-Marmot-Lodge.h28260.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chatham South by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chatham-Kent-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Chatham-South.h3920854.Hotel-Information) > > [Penticton Lakeside Resort and Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Penticton-Hotels-Penticton-Lakeside-Resort-And-Conference-Centre.h17500.Hotel-Information) > > [Moberly Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Golden-Hotels-Moberly-Lodge.h11765247.Hotel-Information) > > [Whistler's Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jasper-Hotels-Whistlers-Inn.h920356.Hotel-Information) > > [Forest Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jasper-Hotels-Sawridge-Inn-Jasper.h126160.Hotel-Information) > > [Sunshine Mountain Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Hotels-Sunshine-Mountain-Lodge.h894279.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chilliwack-Hotels-Harrison-Hot-Springs-Resort-And-Spa.h553971.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Louise-Hotels-Fairmont-Chateau-Lake-Louise.h22503.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Pembroke by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pembroke-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Pembroke.h5598436.Hotel-Information) > > [Pyramid Lake Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jasper-Hotels-Pyramid-Lake-Resort.h487039.Hotel-Information) > > [Castle Mountain Chalets](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Junction-Hotels-Castle-Mountain-Chalets.h6508769.Hotel-Information) > > [Banff Gate Mountain Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canmore-Hotels-Banff-Gate-Mountain-Resort.h5900828.Hotel-Information)