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Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax!

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Nestled on Moosehorn Lake, the Den of Zen offers a serene lakeside retreat with private waterfront and beautiful grounds. Relax in the outdoor hot tub or wood stove sauna, enjoy cozy nights by the fire, or unwind in this secluded space.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax!

  • 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, kayaking or paddling 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!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Pack-n-play provided.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number STR2425D2851

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Lakeside Home w/hot tub & sauna - 20 mins from city of Halifax! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Long Lake Provincial Park, Exhibition Park and Halifax Exhibition Cetre. Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve and Bayers Lake Business Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Erica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with amazing views!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Beautiful place. Clean, excellent amenities we throughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Place

Lovely spot would go back for sure. So well organized beautiful accommodations. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing lakeside home

We stayed at this beautiful lakeside property in order to be in a quiet location close to Halifax. We really enjoyed our stay. The house had everything that we needed and the lake access was great. If possible, we plan on staying in this property again next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!

Loved this property so much. Highly recommend this setting: calm, clean, and well cared for. We felt safe and truly relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Star Property!

This is a wonderful lakeside home and fantastic property! The home itself is beautiful all the way through and very clean. All amenities you need are there. Communication with the owner was very quick and thorough. We hope to come back in the summer to enjoy the propert to its full extent. Very highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing cabin near the city

We had a wonderful few days on the lake. 2 of us went back into the city each day to work, the other 2 worked from the cabin. In the evenings we relaxed in the hot tub, playing board games in the cabin, or relaxing on the dock. It is a wonderful cabin and we hope to be able to go back again. I highly recommend trying this place out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation getaway!

The property was incredible from the second we pulled in. The check-in process was great. We loved how absolutely bright, spacious and clean the entire place was. The kitchen was well supplied and the bed was very comfortable. The hosts really went above and beyond with the little added touches. From the coffee bar to the herbs and spices, really great. The outside was gorgeous! The view from the deck or inside looking out at the lake was just so peaceful and relaxing. We could not recommend this place more. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Place Ever!!!!

We are two couples who stayed at the Den of Zen for a full week. We have stayed in close to 60 short term rentals and this is by far the best! The space itself is immaculately clean and beautifully appointed with a mid century meets farmhouse vibe. Shelley has not missed one single item. We had everything we needed and more. The setting and the outdoor amenities are like being in paradise! We took advantage of sitting out on the dock, kayaking, sitting around the fire pit at night chatting, taking a sauna, and relaxing at the end of a long hiking day in the super clean Jacuzzi!! This was our base before starting out on fantastic day trips. Suggestions of must-do activities include Peggy‘s Cove, Polly’s Cove, High Head hiking trail, AKA, Dr. Bill Freedman‘s Nature Trail, Lunenburg, and Crystal Crescent Beach. Additionally, we went into Halifax most nights for a fabulous dinner at some of the great restaurants. We also had a spa afternoon at a spa in downtown Halifax and a day to explore/shop in nearby neighborhoods of Hydrostone and Dartmouth. Shelley could not have been a better host. Very responsive and very positive. What an experience!!! Just see for yourself. Too much to describe in words.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sandy and Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful, perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came for our wedding anniversary, and it did not disappoint! So quiet, calm and relaxing. It felt like we were in the middle of nowhere, yet we were so close to Halifax. The home was immaculate, beds were comfy, and decor was beautiful. We really enjoyed the hot tub and sauna! What a nice cherry on top. Thank you! We hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

you need to see this place, just beautiful and built with lot´s of love.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sherry

Loved this cottage so clean beautiful and private can’t wait to go back and stay longer next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nova Scotia Getaway

This property and hosts were amazing. Great access to many of the local beaches and coastal villages and downtown Halifax. This was our first time exploring Halifax and surrounding area and the Den of Zen was a great spot to relax after a day of site seeing. New property with all of the modern conveniences. Two King Size suites, full bathroom with spa finishes, large kitchen and lounge area and that only describes the inside. Outside there are multiple seating areas including a large deck with BBQ, fire pit, hot tub and wood fired sauna. Totally awesome is the only way to describe the property and the experience. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Den of Zen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025