Shore House

How much is this sunny Spring weather bringing you back to life? Everyone loves the Nova Scotia Summers but I think our shoulder seasons are the best time to pause and reflect.

The Shore House on the South Shore, Rose Bay is the perfect spot to enjoy the warm Spring weather and watch the season come to life.

We still have some weekend dates and weekday dates available in May and June.

May 3 • May 5
May 24 • May 26
May 31 • June 2
June 7 • June 9
June 14 • June 16

Send us a msg to book direct and save the fees.

We love when our guests ask for recommendations to explore the area, from places to eat to rainy day activities. We always take extra time to create a personalized itinerary depending on what our guests need.

Here is an itinerary of where you need to go in Riverport. Located in LaHave region, it's lesser known but overflowing with charm. Our itineraries always have a minimum of two beaches. It's a must in Nova Scotia, right?

• Pick up fresh breakfast sandwiches and coffee at the .

• Walk around Riverport village to admire the well-preserved heritage buildings and charming atmosphere of this historic community.

• Stop at Oxner's Beach to enjoy your breakfast and take in the sailboats and fishing boats.

• Take the LaHave River Ferry to LaHave, which leaves every 15 and 45 on the hour. Stop by the to pick up some treats for later.

• Visit Fort Point National Historic Site overlooking the ocean and take in the history of the area.

• Relax at Rissers Beach Provincial Park for the afternoon.

• Finish the day with a kayak tour of the LaHave with or a boat ride with .

Have you visited any of these places in Riverport and LaHave in the South Shore of Nova Scotia? What would you change on this itinerary?

How fun to surprise our recent guests with a wood burning hot tub ✨ They had no idea and we loved hearing their reactions. Most importantly, we wanted to soft launch the hot tub so we could perfect the experience.

Each and every detail needed to be thought out, like how clear our instructions are, whether there are enough towels and robes, tools to help you build the best fire, small touches to elevate the experience — because that is what we want our guests to remember — the experience and moments at the Shore House.

We put the same amount of detail in choosing our hot tub as we did perfecting the hot tub experience.

We spent hours deliberating on the perfect fit for the Shore House. The cedar wood burning hot tub was a no-brainer for a few reasons:

◽️ Wood burning◽️ We want all of our guests to slow down and the mindful practice of building a fire is what we want our guests to experience at the Shore House.

◽️Deep relaxation◽️ We need to tap into all our senses to relax deeply and the sight, sound and smell of wood burning is the perfect fit.

◽️Clean ◽️Cleanliness is paramount to our experience and a hot tub had to be no exception — fresh water for each guest, no chemicals and a non-porous aluminum interior.

◽️Aesthetically pleasing ◽️ How gorgeous are the wood, metal and lines of this hot tub?

If you haven’t tried a wood burning hot tub yet, now is the perfect time.

Tell us in the comments below what’s stopping you from trying one out and we can help! ⬇️

We’re almost ready to make our announcement and open more availability at the Shore House.

The Shore House is located on the remarkable South Shore in Rose Bay with tranquil ocean view, now with…🤫 No, it’s not the cute foxes that visit all of our guests.

We’ve been working hard to perfect the experience for you. In fact, we’ve been soft launching with our guests in July, sharing it as a surprise after booking. Hearing our guests reactions has been a delight.

If you think you know what the surprise is and want to stay the night before our availability is adjusted, we have a handful of dates left in July 🤍

Rain, rain, go away 🌧️
Let the sun come out today

As we sip our coffee by the shore
Daydreaming of places to explore

Cozy in a cottage on the bay
Rain, rain go away 🌧️

You’ll find us cozied up inside. We’re busy planning for big changes coming to the Shore House next week 👀

How are you spending your rainy days?

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There's something so soothing about being surrounded by warm water and letting your stress melt away 🛀
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In fact, baths help us:
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✨ Relax muscles and reduce tension
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Share your favourite soaking ritual in the comments below! ✨ Ours is bubbles, candles and a book.
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We always tell our guests to watch the sunrise over Rose Bay.
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In the words of one of our guests: "It's truly one of the most magical sunrises." The sky becomes a perfect cotton candy and you can take it all in without even getting out of bed.
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We love the way the light filters through the Shore House throughout the day. Each hour brings a different perspective and energy as it shifts throughout the day. From energizing to relaxing, you'll leave the Shore House with all the perspectives that the light brings.
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📷: captured the atmosphere perfectly.
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The name "Rose Bay" is said to have been inspired by the wild roses that grew along the shoreline of the bay 🌸
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The history of Rose Bay dates back to the early 19th century when it was first settled by European colonizers. The community grew around the fishing industry, with fishing vessels and their crews using the sheltered bay as a base.
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Rose Bay and Kingsburg are such special places. Have you been yet? Tell us in the comments below.
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The perfect way to unwind? Reading in a cozy bed.
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There's nothing quite like getting lost in a great book while surrounded by a peaceful environment. We have all the reading material you need to get lost in a great story. We just picked up more books and magazines this week!
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Tell us in the comments below ⬇️ What's your favourite book that you've read on vacation? A couple of our recent favourites are the Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and The Nightingale.
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Sometimes you just want to stay in your comfies and snack. We love beach combing but some days it just doesn’t love us.
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Contrary to popular belief, we like a simple snack board — a loaf of fresh baked bread from , cheese from and pepper jelly from .
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Guess what? You can find all those goodies minutes from the Shore House.
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Tell us in the comments below ⬇️ What’s your favourite snack board?
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We’d love nothing more than to soak in this tub during a snow storm, where you can watch the snow sprinkle and the waves crash. How do you cozy up in the snow?

Stay tuned for an incredible giveaway with tomorrow that you won’t want to miss.

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FEBRUARY FLASH SALE ⚡️We only have four nights left in February. Book any of the remaining nights for only $200 including all taxes and fees. Find the available dates on our Airbnb listing 🤍 We can’t wait to host you!

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One of our recent guests asked us about the history of the Shore House and they loved the story 🤍

The Shore House has historical roots in Rose Bay, Lunenburg serving the community as a general store and ice cream shop in the 1950s.

We’ve heard stories from the community of going to there for ice cream after a hot, sunny day at Hirtle’s Beach. Doesn’t that just give you a rush of nostalgia? It’s why the general store shelves are one of my favourite parts of the house.

It was also an art gallery in the 1980s, and it still had art gallery stickers on the walls when we purchased it. Our favourite art gallery sticker was “Nice tits!” for $125.

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Did you know that humans possibly used to hibernate in the Winter? I’d really like to bring that back, please 😴 ⠀
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I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling extra sleepy lately. I’d love nothing more than lazing in this bed for days on end. If you’re anything like me then this is for you:⠀
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In other words, now I’ve got an excuse for my lazy days, grumpy mornings and comfort food! ⠀
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It's now easier to send Shore House a message.

The outdoor space is an extension of living space, equipped with all you need to enjoy the ocean breeze: BBQ, patio lights and outdoor seating.

In th words of our guest, experience the most magical ocean sunrises and sunsets — or explore your own private beach.

Experience tranquil ocean views in the bright lower-level bedroom suite boasting intimate soaker tub and dreamy ensuite bathroom. Historic hand hewn beams and batten board paired with modern touches create a cozy, relaxing sleeping space.

Soak in the ocean views in the large soaker tub.

Shore House is a character home renovated for modern and relaxed comfort. Unwind and decompress on the ocean in 1,200 sq ft w. private ocean access and stunning views.

Inspired by the picturesque, seaside village of Kingsburg, and only minutes from Gaff Point and Hirtle's Beach.

Tranquil ocean views in the bedroom suite w. intimate soaker tub, dreamy bathroom and modern touches.

Hear the birds chirping, feel the ocean breeze and see the nearby wildlife from the cozy outdoor living space.