Sandy Lane
Vacation Rentals 135 Water St Shelburne, Nova Scotia B0T 1W0 Canada tel: 1 902 875 2729 toll-free: 1 800 646 1577 [email protected] www.sandylanevacations.com Guest Testimonials "Wow, what a wonderful time we had! This beautiful cottage was exactly what we needed. The views are incredible and the amenities are so convenient. We stayed here at Bright View Cottage for a couple of weeks in September. The weather was lovely and the surrounding environment was peaceful. We spent a lot of our time lounging on the main deck, observing the ocean and the wildlife. At nighttime the second level deck is an incredible place to view the stars. We played sports on the surrounding lawn and took walks (and swam!) at the nearby beaches. Great place for bike riding and jogging as there is little to no traffic. We were able to cook every meal at the cottage with a very well equipped kitchen. We especially loved having access to the extensive library both up and downstairs-lots of classics! Overall a fantastic place to reset and take it slow."
This is our first time to Nova Scotia but not to Canada. We brought our parents with us for a relaxing week; it was and it was so much, much more! Thank you for sharing the Castaway Ocean Lodge with us! It will be a memory that will last a lifetime.
Lovely beach, lots of fog but never stopped us from doing what we wanted. The people are very friendly. We'll be back again some day. We enjoyed our stay at the cottage.
Can't remember a vacation when we were less ready or willing to pack up and go home! This is a fabulous cottage and a truly beautiful setting. We have been so comfortable and happy here. Although we have lived a total of more than 60 years in Nova Scotia, we had never truly appreciated the beauty and variety of this part of the south shore before. Thank you so much.
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What to BringFor me, packing for our vacations is both a pleasure and a curse. I love the thought of leaving, but hate the activity of getting ready. Suitcases line my bedroom floor for days ahead of time. I put things in and then take them out. It’s hard to plan the perfect “go-with-everything wardrobe”. There is so much to think about, especially when you have children! The new airline rules for the number of suitcases and carry-on-bags you can take with you just add another frustrating dimension to this task! GroceriesAll the cottages are stocked with basic condiments at the beginning of the season. All food in the fridge was purchased this season. You are welcome to use the food that is in the fridge and cupboards. Wine, Beer and SpiritsNSLC (Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation) stores can be found in all major towns close by – Barrington, Yarmouth, Liverpool and Shelburne. Stores usually stay open until 9 p.m in the summer. Towels and Bed LinensHand, face and bath towels are provided. The homeowners would prefer that bath towels were not taken to the beach, so please bring a beach towel with you. Bed linens are provided in all cottages. If you require a special pillow in order to sleep, please bring that with you. Toiletries and MedicationsBring all personal toiletries and all prescriptions with you. Pharmacies are usually open quite late during the week and on Sundays if you need over the counter medications. ClothingNova Scotia’s summer weather pattern is typically warm days with cool nights. Being on the coast, you should plan for some rain. Bring comfortable walking shoes, a windbreaker/raincoat, and a warm sweater for the evenings and sun hats, shorts, sundresses and bathing suits for the days. There can be some cool days in the spring and fall. Warmer sweaters and coats are advised. Sports Equipment and GamesKayaks and canoes can be rented locally. Most of the cottages have some games on hand – cards, backgammon, cribbage, etc. Camera EquipmentFilm and regular batteries can be purchased locally. It is not always easy to find the right battery for your camera. So, to avoid the disappointment of a dead camera, it might be a good idea to bring an extra camera battery with you. Hint: If you are leaving the country, proof of purchase of expensive camera equipment can avoid customs problems. Sun Screen and Bug RepellantBoth can be purchased locally. An insect repellant with the active ingredient DEET is the most effective at repelling mosquitoes. While West Nile Disease is not widespread in Nova Scotia, Heath Canada advises that to be on the safe side one should minimize outdoor activities where mosquitoes are likely to be encountered, especially at dawn, at dusk and at night. Paper ProductsPaper products such as paper towel, napkins and toilet paper are supplied. WoodIf the cottage has a wood-burning fireplace, wood is supplied. Wood is not supplied for fire pits or beach bonfires. Most often wood for these fires can be found on the beach or in the woods around the cottage. All outside fires must not be left unattended and have to be fully extinguished before going to bed. |
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