
Waterfront vacation rentals in Halifax
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Total vacation rentals
Explore 90 vacation rentals in Halifax

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Halifax vacation rentals start at €52 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
40 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Vacation rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
90 of Halifax vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Halifax rentals

4.8 Average rating
Halifax stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Halifax's top spots, include Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, Halifax Public Gardens, and Point Pleasant Park
Top-rated waterfront rentals in Halifax
Guests agree: these waterfront rentals are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more.

The Creation Lounge Retreat - A Unique Gem!
Step into this fully renovated, open-concept mid-century modern character home, where you're embraced by soaring 16' ceilings, serene water views, and a peaceful atmosphere that immediately puts you at ease. Large hot tub with water views. Pedal Boat, swimming lake nearby, fire pit, board & lawn games, host arts/crafts 4 sale. Just 25 min to DT Halifax or Peggy's Cove. Food, liquor, drug stores etc. only 5-10 min. away! As featured in TV series; Home Shores - Ssn 7 Registration: STR2425A6031

Kaben on the Arm - Soak Under the Stars
Retreat and relax at our tiny - but make it luxe - oasis on the Northwest Arm. We celebrate slow living. Enjoy an evening under the starts in the wood -fired hot tub. Wake with the sun as it rises. Greet the morning from your cozy bed, or wrap yourself in a cozy blanket and enjoy on the deck or snuggled up on the sofa in front of the fire. Kabən is a short drive to the city centre, but trust me, you won't want to leave once you arrive and breathe in the sea air at your own little sanctuary.

Beautiful 2 Stories 3Rm+den+family room
Welcome to One of best quality 2 story house available at Dartmouth/Cole Harbour. 3 bedrooms plus family & living rooms. Chef-quality full kitchen with Corian countertop & 2 double sinks & faucets. 6 new high-quality beds plus 3 sofas & Jacuzzi. Lots of free parking spaces along fenced extra-long private driveway with mature trees & flowers. 1 min walk to Kiwanis Beach. Only 25 min drive to downtown Halifax. Great for family gathering/vacations/Canoeing/business trips or short stays. AC added.

Den of Zen
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Located on Moosehorn Lake in Brookside, only 20 mins outside the city of Halifax and 20 mins from beautiful Peggy's Cove, the Den of Zen offers your very own lakeside retreat with a private waterfront and beautiful grounds. Whether it's swimming or kayaking on the lake, enjoying cozy nights next to the fire, relaxing in the outdoor hot tub & wood stove sauna, or simply enjoying tranquility in a beautiful & secluded space, it's all here for you!

Luxurious Geodesic Dome with Wood-Fired Hot Tub
FlowEdge Riverside Getaway is a magical place where nature meets luxury. Situated on 200 acres of land, FlowEdge is only 30 minutes away from the Airport and 45 minutes from Halifax. Stargaze from the comfort of a luxury king-size bed, relax in your own wood-fired hot tub, take a refreshing rainshower after a hike, watch the fire as you cuddle by the bay window, and cook your loved one a delicious meal in our fully stocked kitchen. This is the getaway you know you have been longing for.

Luxury Lakefront Suite - Hot Tub & Amenities!
Executive Lakefront Retreat: Escape to our luxurious and private two bedroom (plus den) apartment above the garage, boasting exclusive amenities for a serene stay. Enjoy: Private Hot Tub & Outdoor Propane Fireplaces Swimming Pool & Full Outdoor Kitchen Water Activities: Kayak, paddle boat, fishing rods, and dock access Nearby Conveniences: Within 5 km, find Tim Hortons, supermarket, drug store, liquor store, gas station Convenient Location: Just a 20-minute drive to downtown Halifax.

Beachfront 3 Bdr, 2 Bath Home 20 min frm Halifax
Experience Nova Scotia’s beauty and magic at our cozy cottage by the sea! Only 20 mins away from Halifax and Peggys Cove, hiking trails, sea kayak adventures, and your own private beach. Inhale fresh ocean air while doing yoga on the beach, or collect sea glass, or have your morning coffee on the patio and watch the amazing sunrises. Relax or grab a fishing rod and catch some mackerel for dinner. The cottage is perfect for a family vacation, group celebrations, or couple gateway!

Oceanview Retreat•Private•15 Min to Downtown HFX
Wake up to stunning ocean views in this peaceful, private retreat just 15 minutes from downtown Halifax. Watch cruise ships, sailboats, and cargo vessels pass through the harbour from your window. This fully private 2-bedroom suite comfortably hosts up to 5 guests. Walk to the shoreline and scenic trails, or explore nearby gems like York Redoubt National Historic Site and Herring Cove Provincial Park. Close to hospitals, restaurants, nightlife, and shopping. 15 Mins to downtown Halifax!

Studio Apt at Cove Cottage Eco Oasis
Cove Cottage is a lakefront eco-retreat tucked into the woods, 45 mins from HRM. We vibe with nature. Walk the boardwalk, sit lakeside enjoying the views, feed the chickens, wander the gardens, go kayaking or swimming. We are scent free & all natural with 100% cotton bedding Your stay includes a DIY Breakfast bar: Pancakes, syrup, rolled oats & of course coffee and tea Studio Suite is an Apartment here in our main building, more detail ⬇ TT, IG & FB: covecottageecooasis

Beautiful 1 bedroom cottage in Herring Cove
Modern bayside cottage with distinctive style and stunning ocean views. Spacious upper floor with King sized bed and airy open spaces, above a cozy and intimate living area. Enjoy the seaside firepit in the shared backyard while watching all the activities in both Herring Cove and the Atlantic. Just 20 minutes from downtown, you'll have easy access to all Halifax has to offer, while waking up to the sound of surf from the Atlantic. Easy drive to Lunenburg or Peggy's Cove.

Bohemian Seaside Studio: oceanfront, Canadian
* Most loved listing E of Toronto, and one of the top 7 in Canada!* (Buzzfeed/CBC; Airbnb 2019) Quirky loft set high in the trees. Deck with harbour view (sunsets, whales, sailboats); skylight-lit dining nook; snug double bed with seaview; enough floorspace to practice your tango moves. This is a special place, my home (not hotel) and available to folks who leave it better than they find it. Various options possible. Please message w your 'pitch' before booking.

Koko Bay: Glamping, where glamour meets nature!
Escape the ordinary at KoKo Bay—an adults-only glamping retreat near Hubbards! Sleep in luxury, wake to ocean breezes, and stargaze by the fire. With epic views, fine linens, and direct access to Rails to Trails, it’s the perfect mix of wild and wonderful. Beach days, bike rides, and total unplugged bliss await. Romantic, peaceful, and unforgettable. (Yes, nature’s guests—bugs & critters—may drop by!!) it's part of the magic!
Popular amenities for Halifax waterfront rentals
Waterfront apartment rentals

Spacious Lakefront Suite outside Halifax

2 BR and 2 Bath downtown with panoramic view of ci

Marriott Villa

Peggy's Cove Lighthouse View Apt

Private island with own beach and sauna/eko-island

Spring Garden Stay | Walk to Waterfront

Historic Charming 2BR Apartment DT Halifax

Beautiful ocean front couples getaway
Waterfront house rentals

Nordic Tides Retreat Sauna & Spa

Gorgeous Oceanfront Estate in Peggy’s Cove

270° Stunning Ocean View & 4 Private Epic Gardens!

Dog Friendly 3 Bedroom Lake House Fenced-In Yard

Beautiful new 6 bedroom lakehouse close to Halifax

Secluded Oceanfront Spa Retreat- Hot tub & Sauna!

Peggy's Cove - Modern Home with Lighthouse View

Beach Front Estate, Cleaveland Beach 72
Other waterfront vacation rentals

*Rare* Luxury Lakefront: Mins from Downtown Bliss

Separate 1 BR, Lakefront close to Halifax downtown

Nova Glamping Peggy Dome

The Beach Loft: 5-bedroom

Southshore Ocean Beach Cottage

HatTrick

Chocolate Lake Waterfront Suite + SUPs & Kayaks

The Lakehouse
When is the best time to visit Halifax?
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