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Private cottage on the ocean with a beautiful view that you’ll love.

Heckmans Island accommodation with kitchen

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lunenburg, NS
  • Place, Lunenburg Visitor Information Centre
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Bluenose II
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, St John's Anglican Church
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Heckmans Island

Oceanside stay.Within 9 miles (15 km) of this cottage, you'll find Battery Point Lighthouse and Lunenburg Waterfront. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Eastern Points Island and Lunenburg Visitor Information Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Lunenburg Opera House - 17 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Lunenburg Visitor Information Centre - 17 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Bluenose II - 17 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - 17 min drive - 12.5 km
  • St John's Anglican Church - 17 min drive - 12.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lightship Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Knot Pub - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Dockside Inn And Restaurant - ‬16 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.

Private cottage on the ocean with a beautiful view that you’ll love.

Come enjoy the privacy but you’ll want to stay for the view. The town of Lunenburg looks amazing in the night from the back deck while you relax with a glass of wine. Perfect for a family or great for two couples since there are 2 separate living areas with a shared full kitchen. The towns of Lunenburg and Mahone Bay are 20 minutes away giving you multiple restaurants to enjoy and unique places to experience.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Kayaking 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 (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 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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, 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2526D1343

Private cottage on the ocean with a beautiful view that you’ll love. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was very clean and tidy. There were lots of towels and spare sheets if needed. My husband and I stayed for 10 days; we enjoy locations that are a bit secluded so it feels like it’s just us - this property had that feel. Mike the host was wonderful! Super attentive and very kind - exceeded our expectations. Sunsets were beautiful! We went into Lunenburg regularly, but also to Halifax, Peggy’s Cove and drove to the most southern tip in Nova Scotia. Lovely place to stay!
Lots of deer in the area.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing setting. Beautiful sunsets and views. Short distance to Lunenburg and Mahone Bay. Used kayaks that were provided on calm inlets. Enjoyed drinks on the covered deck watching birds, seals and boats. Cottage was very clean, comfortable and well stocked. Host was very accommodating and easy to contact.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at this house. It had one of the most peaceful settings we’ve experienced in a rental. The views from the back porch and the side deck were wonderful. The bed was comfortable, the kitchen well equipped, and the kayaks were very accessible. There was even a clothes line. Really this place was everything we could ask for. The views of the water were the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location. Close to Lunenberg, but far enough to have a peaceful setting. Kitchen had what was needed. Loved sitting out on the deck and enjoying the sunshine. Mike even called to check in on us which was much appreciated. Highly recommend this cottage, however if you need everything on one level this is not the place. 5 stars!
Great Blue Heron relaxing at sunset in the dock.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place on the ocean!

Amazing property shared with three kids (7,4,2)! Was great for family time with easy access into Lunenburg and the surrounding area.
Stayed 35 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we were looking for

This is a beautiful property, right on the water, with easy access to the water. Inside the house, it was spacious, with two separate living rooms. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lena and Louis W., Stittsville, ON, K2S 2R5

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation on Heckman’s Island NS

Property met all expectations. Mike was very attentive and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

pauline c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely spot

If you are looking for a secluded spot, this is the place. We enjoyed going for walks and kayaking around the island. The kitchen is spacious so we did a fair bit of cooking, although it’s a short drive into town to go out to dinner if that’s what you prefer. The only drawback is that the downstairs bedroom was a bit loud because of pumps turning on and off at night, but if you’re a sound sleeper that shouldn’t be a problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Get Away

This was an awesome location to get away from everything and everyone but still close enough to Lunenburg Such a beautiful spot by the water. The home was well equipped and the pictures did not do it justice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hideaway on the water

Spacious and with everything you need. Wonderful host answers texts within the hour. The wood paneling is gorgeous and the place was very clean. Very comfortable beds. And a deck with a wonderful view of the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Brilliant stay on Heckman's Island

Beautiful cottage on the water on Heckman's Island near Lunenbergy, Nova Scotia. Very quiet. Great for some down time. Great host. We would certainly recommend. Thanks Mike.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, relaxing stay

Very tranquil setting to enjoy sunrise and sunset. Lots of deer on the drive in and they don’t mind you stopping to photo them and watch them feed. House is cozy and comfortable. Folks with mobility issues might want to consider other options as there are a good number of steps. Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Scenic and tranquil views.

Great spot to stay and not far from Lunenburg. Check in was easy and the host was prompt to get back to us with any questions. The place was very clean and comfortable. A nice quiet area to go and get away from it all and enjoy seaside nature with lots of seabirds and deer that would pay the occasional visit. Lots of space inside and on the deck where we spent most of our time reading and taking in the scenery. Everything you would need is provided. Having access to the kayaks and paddle board was great. Would definitely stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
IF you want something private and beautiful this is the place. It is off the beaten path but well worth it. Getting to see deer every day was amazing. You can even roll down your window and talk to the them. It was exactly the peace we needed. The view is breathtaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

kyle t., Thamesville, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Calm and quiet

From waking up and having coffee on the deck to nightly Bonfires by the water. You would almost assume there were no neighbors it's so relaxing and calm. We even had a visit from a few Deer one morning. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia R., Ottawa, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness

Hirtle Island

Beautifully manicured two bedroom home over looking the ocean. Included paddle boards and kayaks! We loved it and plan to come back. Thank you Mike
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than pics!

We were lucky enough to stay at this property. It was even nicer than the pics made it appear. The kayaks and stand-up paddle boards were a nice bonus. Just about everything was anticipated by our host. He was also very responsive. 10/10 will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023