On waterfront.Stay at this Oak Bay cottage and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Oak Bay Provincial Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Rickets Island. Goldsmiths Lake and Crocker Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Nestled along the coastline of the Atlantic welcome to Lilyhill bayside retreat!
This charming waterfront cottage offers breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere. You will love the kayaking on the bay and the cozy firepit nights under the stars! Minutes away from shopping, restaurants and Whale watching in St Andrews by the Sea, Lilyhill retreat is your unwind and your access point to your perfect Maritime holiday.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchenette
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Lobster/crab pot
Oven
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 accessible parking spaces
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the bay
On the waterfront
Things to do
Gym
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Local artist showcase
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
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
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 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. 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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 01333814
Nestled along the coastline of the Atlantic welcome to Lilyhill bayside retreat! Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
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6.8/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Heather S., cranbrook
Sep 7, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
The unit was not clean smelled of pet urine. The lights didn’t work in three of the rooms. Plywood stuck under matts where the floor was rotten. Bedroom door wouldn’t close. Photos used in vrbo booking do not show the ladder that you need to access top two bedrooms. Photos also don’t show the washed out driveway to get to unit and the log stairs used for access to the beautiful beach. Broken fluorescent tube from kitchen light beside fridge. Dishwasher doesn’t work and I don’t think it has worked for a very long time as buttons are missing and it’s taped shut. Let host know about the smell.
Heather S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
4/10 Poor
Tim H.
Aug 23, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our stay at this cottage was not as pleasant as others have said in their reviews of this Vrbo rental. The problem we were having was mainly with the interior living space of this unit, we stayed for 5 nights.Problem areas of this cottage:a permanent bad odor of pet urine on the carpets made our stay in this cottage very unpleasant.overall flooring issues of weakened floor areas that are covered with plywood (underneath carpets)overhead lighting issues in kitchen and bathroomaccess to the two loft bedrooms are through a retractable ladder (attic type ladder) which is very narrow to get up and down from the loft area.outside area of the cottage has a very steep slope to the go down to the bay (water area)Overall, we enjoyed the areas of St-Stephens (10 minutes away from the cottage), but especially St-Andrews - which is about a 25-minute drive from the cottage. Also, we went to New River Beach which is towards Saint John area, and the New River Beach is spectacular, and a very beautiful beach!
Tim H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Bonnie
Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Place was very cozy, love the water, getting to the 2 bedrooms upstairs was a little difficult..small ladder off hole in celiling. Light in kitchen didn’t work. We had to move table in living room to play games, etc because of lighting in dining room. Stove didn’t work properly, frying pans should be replace. But I love the quiet shore and property, life jackets and kayaks that were available…majority of our time was spent outside so I didn’t mind place. Owner of property, great communication. I would recommend it. We made the best of everything.
Bonnie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maria
Aug 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place with a nice outside sitting area
Maria
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Brenda S.
Aug 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Brenda S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laurie O.
Jul 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location!!
Gorgeous views, water access at Oak Bay. Cozy home with lots of windows. We had a great time here! You can hear the loons on the water at night. Very quiet and peaceful setting. Only a few minutes from Saint Stephen’s and Saint Andrew’s. Nearby attractions include Kingsbrae Gardens and the aquarium as well as Minister’s Island. Lots of local restaurants and shops. Two of the three bedrooms are upstairs in a loft and are only accessible by ladder. Driveway is steep and rutted so caution is advised.