Holiday houses in Sandy Bottom Lake

We have recently completed a lovely, lovely stay on Smith’s Cove — a traveling family foursome. Jane’s little, ocean-front cottage was absolutely terrific — a beautiful setting, a tidy home, all the appliances, and close to most everything that the Digby area has to offer. (Think scallops, for example, and whale watching.) My iteration of Google maps didn’t list “Petrie Road,” however — or not in its entirety — which threw us off for a moment. The omniscient online mapper suggested we crash through the neighbor’s lot on Leighton Road, then walk the beach over to Jane’s cottage. We thought better of it. You need to drive to very *end* of Petrie Road, with faith and good confidence — and there at the end, just to the right, you will find an entrance into number 88. It’s worth the effort. Jane is wonderful host. And her home on the cove is spectacular.

We were looking for a quiet place near Annapolis Royal yet out-of-town, and we found it. The trips to surrounding towns, restaurants, and tourist sites were easy and there was little traffic. Although not all the rooms in the cabin have been fully renovated yet, Patrick thoughtfully provided comfortable furnishings, and there were many 'homey' touches that we appreciated, like adequate lighting in each room, good quality linens and towels, and flowers on the table. We enjoyed the well-supplied kitchen, great shower, and deck for relaxing, outdoor breakfasts, and views of Milbury Lake from the private beach. Patrick was a responsive host and made sure we arrived safely and had everything we needed.

We had a truly wonderful stay! Everything was exactly as described — peaceful, clean, and thoughtfully prepared. We especially appreciated the attention to detail — it’s clear that the hosts care deeply about their guests’ experience. The nature around the place is absolutely beautiful, and the quietness made it feel like a real retreat. Thank you for such a lovely atmosphere. We’d be happy to return someday!

We stayed for three nights at this beautiful, almost brandnew home and liked it a lot. Everything was crystal clean, very cozy and quiet at night and day. The kitchen is very well equipped so we were able to prepare nice breakfasts and dinners. The bedroom and bathroom are both very spaceous as is the living room. The host Karina was absolutely friendly and also her dad, who was our neighbor. Karina prepared a very lovely welcome package with some treats – really really kind. Thank you for having us. We would come back anytime.

The Ferry Loft was well stocked with many things that you would need. It is clean, bright and provides a wonderful view of the Digby Harbour entrance and lighthouse at the mouth. We stayed three days and could easily have stayed a week. The Loft was comfortable and inviting so much so we wished we didn’t have to leave. It was neat to see the Digby-Saint John ferry pass each day. The location was wonderful and peaceful; on the way to The Loft you will pass several of the local historic sites such as Port Royal. Bobbi was friendly and checked in to make sure all was going well. This is a place to revisit and to recommend.

This place took my breath away as soon as we pulled into the driveway. We fell asleep to the sounds of the waterfall outside. We watched from inside the cozy house as the Bay of Fundy overtook the beach below us during a downpour. We made pizza at midnight with ingredients we found at the Wolfville Farmer’s Market. It felt so peaceful and remote, but was still a 15min drive to great restaurants. There’s a Nordic spa literally a 5min drive down the road. Our hosts left instructions and recommendations for everything. We are so grateful to Melissa and Charles for sharing their home with us.

We felt warmly welcomed and right at home from the moment we arrived. The apartment was cozy, well-appointed, and perfectly suited for our stay. Every little detail, from the comfortable furnishings to the thoughtful amenities, made our visit so enjoyable. Annapolis Royal itself is a beautiful, historic town. Janice and Tim’s local tips made all the difference, and we discovered some hidden gems we wouldn’t have otherwise. Staying in such a peaceful and picturesque place was exactly what we needed to recharge and refresh. We’re so grateful for their hospitality and will cherish the memories of this trip for years to come. We would love to return and recommend this lovely place to anyone looking for a perfect getaway in Annapolis Royal!

An absolute beautiful place with lots of room and a very well equipped kitchen. Stephanie is a good at communicating and quick at responding to any questions. Although there are lots of security cameras outside it never bothered us. The yard is so beautiful and you have great entrance to the beach at low tide but the best place you can explore a and walk the beach. We had so much fun hope you are lucky enough to stay at this place.