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Millyard Recreation Riverfront Cottages

2.5 star property
Beachfront cottage near Bear River First Nation Heritage & Cultural Centre

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Deluxe Cottage with Loft
Standard Cabin | Private kitchen
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

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1145 River Road, Bear River, NS, B0S 1B0
  • Bear River First Nation Heritage & Cultural Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Smith's Cove Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Digby Pines Golf Resort
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Cabin, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exclusive Tent, River View

Exclusive Tent, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Tent

Standard Tent

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, River View

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, River View

  • 23 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Valley View

  • 13 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, River View

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, River View

  • 18 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin

  • 19 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Cottage with Loft

Deluxe Cottage with Loft

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Bear River

On the beach.Stay at this Bear River cottage and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Bear River First Nation Heritage & Cultural Centre and 6 miles (10 km) of Bear River Lighthouse. Old Temperance Hall Museum and Smith's Cove Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bear River First Nation Heritage & Cultural Centre - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Smith's Cove Beach - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • HMCS CFB Cornwallis Military Museum - 15 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Admiral Digby Museum - 19 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Digby Pines Golf Resort - 20 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 139 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sissiboo Coffee (Bear River) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Annapolis Highland Vineyards - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tacocat - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mariner's Landing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Redos Pizza & Convenience - ‬12 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.

Millyard Recreation Riverfront Cottages

Beachfront cottage near Bear River First Nation Heritage & Cultural Centre
Millyard Recreation Riverfront Cottages offers its guests a private beach and a lazy river. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are also featured at Millyard Recreation Riverfront Cottages. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bear River cottage.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2014
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Millyard Recreation Riverfront Cottages offers 5 accommodations.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private black sand beach

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Rollaway/extra bed: CAD 7 per day

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Porch/lanai
  • Terrace

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Fee: CAD 15 per pet per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Deposit: CAD 50 per stay

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping service
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat and paddles
  • Canoeing
  • Kayaking
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 5 units
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 2014

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee: CAD 5 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 7:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 7 and May 6.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 15 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of CAD 50 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 7.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Firewood fee: CAD 5 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: CAD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: CAD 5 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 7:30 AM
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 7.0 per day
  • Firewood fee: CAD 5 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Millyard Recreation Riverfront Cottages Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 239 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

COLETTE

Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness
Freezing no heat cabin had holes in walls could see outside. wifi was iffy !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tristan

We arrived after a long day and were turned away due to the power being turned off. No one was at the office - we had to shout around for 20 mins before someone helped us and then we were told we couldn’t stay unless we payed cash.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot! I will definitely be back !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gale

Customer Beware!! The cabin offers NOTHING. No sheets, no towels, no dishes, pans or silverware and NO BATHROOM in the cabin. Costs money daily to use the grill that sits on the porch. Essentially, it is a wooden tent with a bed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

SHU-CHUAN

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Host is friendly. Campground is by the beautiful Bear River. Cottage is a bit rustic but acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms were not the best but it worked for what was required.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is fabulous!! Located right on the river, charming and wonderful owners! I was running late and called to say that I couldn't make it inside check in hours. Cathie, one of the owners was super friendly and was waiting for me when I arrived. I stayed in a dome which was beautifully decorated with lovely furniture and drapes,and outfitted with everything I needed – a mini fridge, a microwave, coffee maker, dishes. A nice touch was a soft electric blanket on top of a very comfortable bed. I will definitely recommend this place and come back again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little paradise! Very relaxing! If you love the outdoors you’ll love this place! Also very friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a lovely 2 night stay in one of the Riverview retreat cabins. The cabin was cozy and clean, and came with a BBQ on the deck for any cooking needs. Will be back in the warmer weather!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The A-frame we stayed in was dirty, spider webs, etc. not been cleaned for a while. The bed had an extremely terrible mattress. The mice nibbling away on the wood at night didn't add to the experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mimzee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice and cozy place. You’ll love it if you want to be near to the nature.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jillian

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No way to cook except Microwave or pay extra to use BBQ
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Glenda

Travelled with partner
This is a campsite with rustic cabins. Don’t expect an elaborate cottage for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, the owners were very nice and so were other people staying. The cabins were a great overall option to tenting, but if you have kids afraid of bugs, you should probably look at a hotel or an inn elsewhere. Honestly, for what it was, the price was a little high in comparison to orher accomodations in motels with AC and full service, but i crack that to the demand due to Warf Rat Rally. Ill definitely consider it for next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
Really enjoyed the Bear River area and Mill Yard was really convenient for visiting both Digby and Annapolis Royal.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

We stayed in an A frame which was not on the water. The building did not look like the pictures in the booking. The cabin was clean with a bed that we brought sheets for. There was a blanket. No frig. there was a microwave. There were yurts with decks on the river's edge. Since we were away from the water, we walked over to a yurt that was being assembled and sat on that deck to watch the reversing tide on Bear River. Drove a short distance to Digby for scallops and fish and chips. Very good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the quiet atmosphere. The different sleeping options they had to offer. Beautiful scenery. Great care takers. Patrick and Cathy are awesome host. The place offers plenty to do, from nature walks, canoe rides, biking, swimming in the river and beautiful nature all around. Highly recommended. Great pricing.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Félix

Travelled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with partner
Enjoyed the deck
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joni

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My famiky and I had and amazing stay. The hardest part for my mom was the walk to the bathroom.nice quiet place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vamshi Krishna

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shantel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

River view Nice hosts good service Coming back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olaf, Waterloo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024