Inn Details

Lakeside B&B just 38Km(23mi) from downtown Halifax and 58 Km (35mi)from the Halifax International Airport. Three well appointed rooms each with an ensuite bathroom, private, sandy beach, beautiful flower gardens and an outdoor hot tub. AAA 3-Diamond property and Canada Select 4.5 Stars

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Countryside
    • Lakeside
  • Nearest major city: Halifax, NS (23 miles West)
  • Directions to property:
    From the West
    (Halifax / Dartmouth / South Shore)
    Follow Highway 107 to exit 21

    Turn left at top of ramp and drive north to highway 7

    Turn right and drive about 2kms (1.2 miles) to Pinehill Drive. (The road is just above Gaetz Brook on the map.)

    Turn right onto Pinehill and proceed 1km (0.6 mile) to Pleasant Drive
    From the East
    (Cape Breton/Guysborough County)
    Follow Marine Drive (Highway #7) through Musquodoboit Harbour
    Continue on Highway #7 for approximately 6 kms (3.6 miles)
    Turn left on Pinehill Drive and left again on Pleasant Drive
  • Nearest major airport: Halifax, NS, Canada (YHZ) 40 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    take highway 102 south, then 118 to exit 13E onto hwy 107. Follow Highway 107 to exit 21 Turn left at top of ramp and drive north to highway 7 Turn right and drive about 2kms (1.2 miles) to Pinehill Drive. (The road is just above Gaetz Brook on the map.)

Room Rates (CAD Canadian Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 3 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $CAD 110.00 and $CAD 135.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $CAD 115.00 and $CAD 145.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $CAD 20.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Bath robes
  • CD player
  • Ceiling fans
  • DVD Player
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • Telephone
  • Turndown Service
  • VCR
  • Wi-Fi
  • On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • Computer
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Library
  • Videos
  • Other Amenitites
  • Guest business centre
  • Meals

    • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 7.30am-9.00am
    • Breakfast is served in the Outside Decks, Dining Room
    • Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea
    • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

    Policies

    • No minimum stay required
    • Smoking is allowed outside only
    • Limited accommodations for guest pets
    • Children are welcome
    • No childcare is provided
    • Deposit amount required (No deposit required, however, valid credit card required for room guarantee)
    • Check in time is 4pm and Check out time is 11am
    • Cancellations:
      72 hour cancellation required for stays of 3 days or less 5 day cancellation required for stays of 4-6 days 7 day cancellation required for stays of 7 days or more There is a charge of 1 day for each day short of the required cancellation period.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • AAA/CAA
      • Canada Select
      • Nova Scotia B&B Association
      • Seaside Tourism Association
      • Tourism Industry association of Nova Scotia (TIANS)

    Discounts available:
     5%AAA/CAA/ADACMinimum stay: 1 days
     5%Multi night discountMinimum stay: 3 days
     10%Multi night discountMinimum stay: 6 days
      Off-season - length of stay dependant 

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): June and John Meehan
      The great outdoors, Scottish Country dancing, sports - watching and participating and relaxing by the lake or walking the many fantastic ocean beaches. Our Westie, Annie and our Scottie, Ruby
    • The innkeepers speak: A little French, A little German, English
    • There are 2 dogs on the property

    Area Attractions

    Art Galleries, Beach, Lake, Museum, Nature area, Ocean, Picnic area, Religious Services, River

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Sight-seeing, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Water sports

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    Contact Information


    The Elephant's Nest Bed and Breakfast
    The Elephant's Nest
    127 PLEASANT DRIVE
    HALIFAX NS B0J 1N0
    Canada
    Phone: +1-866-633-6378
    Innkeeper(s)
    June and John Meehan
    Rates:
    $CAD 110 - $CAD 145
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    Photo Album

    The view of the lake from our sandy beachOne of our decks with a lakeview and the opportunity for outside dining
    Our Westie, Annie-Mac and Ruby, our ScottieThe Gaetz Room in King bed configuration.  Ensuite bathroom and private deck overlooking the lake
    The Gaetz Room in "twin Bed" configuration available for bookings of two days or more.  Ensuite bathroom and private deck overlooking the lakeWest Wing Suite - great room for families and with a luxury bathroom too!
    The Brook Room - Queen bed and ensuite bathroom plus a small view of the lake"The Great Room" - a very large well-appointed guest relaxation area
    Outdoor hot tub - surrounded by nature - woodlands and the lake view are fabulous

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • Business travel
    • Family Travel
    • Gay / Lesbian Travel
    • Honeymoons
    • Luxury
    • Nature
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Contemporary
    • Built in 1982
    • Opened for business in 1997
    • Restored / Remodeled in 2003
    • Parking available (No-cost on-site parking available)