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Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Pugwash, NS
  • Place, The Pugwash Farmers Market
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Thinkers' Lodge National Historic Site
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Northumberland Links Golf Course
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

West Pugwash

Oceanside stay.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this West Pugwash vacation home, you'll find The Pugwash Farmers Market and Thinkers' Lodge National Historic Site. Northumberland Links Golf Course is within 9 miles (15 km) and Northport Beach Provincial Park is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • The Pugwash Farmers Market - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Thinkers' Lodge National Historic Site - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Northumberland Links Golf Course - 17 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Northport Beach Provincial Park - 18 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Ski Wentworth - 43 min drive - 27.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Nelly's Restaurant & Take-out - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sandpiper - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Gk's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Route 6 Roadhouse Bar And Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Alia's Variet - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land

This beautiful four-season farmhouse on 9 acres of land has been completely updated and modernized to comfortably house multiple families. In the winter, enjoy cozying up by the wood stove after skiing at Wentworth Ski hill, only 25 minutes away. In the summer, Shell Cottage is a fantastic home base to explore the area and simply sit and watch the ever-changing tides and shorebirds. Only minutes away you can explore beaches, waterfalls, golf courses and Wentworth Mountain Bike Park.

Surrounded by windows on all sides, this bright open-concept farmhouse is the ideal space to host a getaway or family vacation. The sun streams in through windows that offer views of forests, fields, tidal shores, eagles and herons.

Rustic yet modern, the main level houses a great-room with eat-in kitchen and large living room. The dining room has expansive views to the shoreline and pasture. In the summer, a sun porch is available off of the dining room. With gorgeous views and ample seating, this room is prefect for warm weather relaxing. Additionally, the main level has a powder room, laundry closet and a wide entrance hall with heaps of room for storage. Exposed ceiling joists compliment the bright day-lit spaces.

In the living room, you will find an eclectic record collection, an abundance of board games and puzzles, and a library of books for all ages. If you are serious about your games and puzzles, you will be happy to find a dedicated table for just this purpose. The large wood stove can easily heat the entire house (even in the depths of winter), and the generously sized couch and chairs provides ample space to cozy up.

The kitchen is well stocked with all things from hand mixers, food processor, kettle, coffee maker, toaster, and dishwasher. Thanks to the gorgeous scenery, there is no better place to cook a feast - and this kitchen is stocked to do so. The dining room with sliding door onto the sun porch and waterfront deck can sit between 4 and 12 people easily. The kitchen provides ample dishes to host multiple families.

A large deck multi level deck and sun porch overlooks nine acres of pasture, gently sloping into the Northumberland Strait: a perfect western vantage point to enjoy dramatic summer sunsets. Shell Cottage's shoreline attracts a rotating cast of migratory birds, blue herons, ducks, vultures, ospreys and eagles.

There is a laundry/broom closet off of the dining room with a small-scale stacked washer/dryer.

All bedrooms and the full bath are upstairs. The four bedrooms (double/single bunk, queen, queen and double, double/single bunk) have all new sheets and plenty of wool blankets and quilts. There are bath towels and beach towels available for each guest. All rooms have dressers and hooks for storage.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 remove shoes inside the house. No unregistered guests allowed unless authorized. Keep food and drink downstairs.
Keep skis and other sports equipment outside. Please make sure all dishes are washed an put away before checking out.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We have a pack and play and high chair available.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04101608332274001-8577

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Does Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land to the beach?

This vacation home is 16.5 mi (30-min drive) from Fox Harbour Provincial Park.

Does Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land to downtown West Pugwash?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from West Pugwash.

Modernized Waterfront Farmhouse with Wood Stove on 9 Acres of Land Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, perfect location. Views are gorgeous. The host was easy to get ahold of and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, awesome view. Definitely need a bbq and new kitchen stove, and a toaster, microwave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rita C.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was ok,no microwave,no toaster no BBQ,oven was unusable too dirty. blue tooth speakers didnt work .Location and rooms were great! Loved the sun room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous home & views

We loved Shell House and its wonderful back sun porch! The kitchen was well appointed but we did purchase a dish towel and left it for others. You’ll also need to get your own lobster utensils if you go to Chase’s (do!). This is a great place to stay if you want to spend time in the house relaxing with just some occasional time roaming local beaches. Our only other note is don’t count on beach access or roaming the entire acreage; much is unmowed and the waterfront is marsh, not beach. That wasn’t clear to us from the description.
Sunset view
Porch activities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay with two young families

We had a wonderful time at shell cottage and exploring the pugwash area. The kids (aged 2, 2.5, 5, 5.5) loved all of the toys and books. Clearly a cottage that is used and loved by the owners. And man that view is incredible. One thing to note is while it is waterfront, it's on a wetland/creek with no water access so beaches are a short drive away (10 min)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great North Shore getaway

Really lovely house and view, great hosts. Pugwash is very charming. As someone who likes to cook, I particularly appreciated having cast iron pans, a sharp, high quality chef’s knife, etc. Often my complaint about these short term rentals is cheap kitchen equipment, but not here! Only downside, which is not specific to the property, is that the Pugwash area turns out to be very mosquito-ridden in late August, so we couldn’t really enjoy the back yard and had to travel a bit to find good walking environments. Nothing the hosts could do about that, just something to be aware of. Would be perfect in fall or if you just plan to go between the house and beach and back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Property

Excellent property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great host and amazing property!

This was the perfect weeks stay and would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and peacefull

This is a beautiful and cozy cottage right on the water. We enjoyed watching the wildlife during the day and the starts at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular week at Shell Cottage

My family had a spectacular week at Shell Cottage in August. Lots of space for gathering both indoors and out. We particularly loved the sunroom and its amazing view. The owners provided lots of good information on their web site, and were very responsive to our questions as well. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ralph M., Kanata, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Seaview Sanctuary

This roomy and clean farmhouse features a sunroom that is great for morning coffee or for afternoon book reading. Although the place is on the highway, no road or other house can been seen out back -- just fields, birds, and the rising and falling tides.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jade L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorable stay in Pugwash

The whole family & extended family thoroughly enjoyed their stay. The place was big enough to easily accommodate 10 people comfortably. The solarium was beautiful. The location provided easy access to fresh seafood, beaches, and sightseeing. The vast array of books for all ages and the presence of board games & puzzles was such a nice bonus and so appreciated by everyone. Cate was a wonderful and efficient host! Thank you for a wonderful and memorable week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kieran D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

This home was even more amazing than expected. The sunroom sealed the deal for us and when we walked in we knew we made the right call. It is a little slice of heaven and so good for all ages. Our toddler had the time of her life running laps around the main floor. It was hard to leave that view behind. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

We had family and it was equipped and clean with a lovely view of the ocean!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Ocean Views

The home was full of character. The views in the sunroom were fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy M., Halifax, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer family get away

We had a lovely time at Shell cottage. The addition of the sunroom is amazing. Our days started slow in there with a cup of coffee and a good book. The days ended in the sunroom recapping the fun we had at the nearby beaches. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed and we enjoyed cooking great family meals. The house was clean and spacious with lots of clean linens and towels for everyone. House is close to the road so you hear some road traffic. However the proximity to various beaches, stores, shops etc is fantastic! Shell cottage is definitely a gem and we thoroughly enjoyed our time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Pier L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice view

We greatly appreciated this quiet paradise. Perfect with children to expend their energy outside without fear of disturbing neighbors.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Diane L.

Shell cottage

The view was breathtaking. The beaches awsome.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023