A stay at Beach Haven House is so much more than a vacation, it affords the opportunity for the experience of a lifetime. Restoration awaits in the peaceful ambiance of this private 6 acre ocean side retreat located on a peninsula in the Atlantic Ocean. Absorb the beauty of the sights, sounds and smells of the sea from our own sand and pebble beach or amble down our down our lane for 2 minutes and arrive at an all but deserted world class white sand beach. Absolutely amazing 270 degree views of the open ocean, the waves breaking on the reef, Frying Pan Island and its scenic lighthouse and the birds, seals and other wildlife that abound can be found outdoors or in the spacious sun room. Our own saltwater pond provides a perfect spot for safe adventures for children, such as learning to kayak. In the executive level 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom house the comfortable furnishings and ocean views and invite relaxation.A glorious pine cathedral ceiling crowns the open concept living room, dining room and kitchen. Vacation Rental Amenities The upper level of Beach Haven house provides more than 1400 square feet of first class accommodation for up to 8 persons (2 queens, 2 singles, 1 double). The open concept living room, dinning room and kitchen has a glorious pine cathedral ceiling, hardwood floors, a Jotul woodstove/fireplace and wonderful ocean views. The glassed in sun porch provides panoramic 270 degree views of the open ocean and the waves from England and France breaking on the reef, as well as Frying Pan Island and with the scenic Port Medway lighthouse. The sun porch is also an ideal place to watch the many birds and animals that frequent the property. MOVING TO A NEW LEVEL IN 2004!! Guests who wish may now have double the space, and the views, by adding on the spacious and bright lower level of Beach Haven. As an opening special we are offering this extra space to our guests from June 12-July 24 for no extra charge (normally this extra space costs $500 per week) AND discounting our usual rates by 25%. For more about the ground floor space, please read on. Previously known as ?Wind Song'and the summer home of a Swiss gentleman for 14 years until we bought it in 2003, Beach Haven has an interesting 'architectural' history. The main level was built as a complete house (with the three bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open concept living room, dining room and kitchen all with a pine cathedral ceiling). He then had the whole house raised and put in a complete downstairs, so the 'lower level' is much higher and brighter then a conventional basement, it is about 2.5 feet below grade. In keeping with the Swiss style, there is no connecting inside stairway between the main level and the lower level, one goes in to the lower level directly from the outside. It is beautifully finished with hardwood floors and pine walls. One of the main features of interest in the recreation room is the regulation Brunswick slate pool table. Consisting of a huge recreation room, large bedroom (twins) and a spacious three piece bath, this extra space is a perfect add on for large family gatherings or offers a quiet working space for guests who are taking a ?working holiday'. This lower level is available only to families or groups who are renting the main level (that is we never rent it as a separate unit) for an extra fee of $500 per week. Assurance of quality is featured with excellent housekeeping and a fully equipped home-away from home: spacious glassed in sun porch, ocean-view deck with outdoor furniture, jotul woodstove fireplace, kitchen with 6 full-sized appliances (washer, dryer,dishwasher, fridge, stove, microwave), kitchenware, very comfortable beds (2 queens, 4 singles, 1 double), excellent linens, satellite TV, VCR, phone/fax, stereo, quality furnishings, books and games, picnic table, gas BBQ. Activities and Attractions On Property With six plus acres to explore, there are a wide range of opportunities, from relaxing on the deck with a book to more active pursuits such as ocean swimming and beach combing. It's a dream location for photographers and other artists. An organic vegetable and herb garden, a lily pond, flower beds and closed cropped lawns are available close to the house. Groomed paths lead to the saltwater pond and your own private sand and pebble beach, offering endless opportunities for swimming, beach combing, exploring the rocks and tidal pools, beach campfires, bird spotting (e.g. eagles, cormorants, osprey, sea ducks,piping plovers) and animal watching (e.g. seals,foxes, rabbits, raccoons). An all-but-deserted world class white sand beach is a two minute stroll down our private lane. Surrounding Area Beach Haven House is a peaceful retreat so far from the rush of urban life, and yet all of the amenities of the big city are so close, if you chose. * A scenic and easy 15 minute drive from the excellent restaurants, museums and shops of the charming village of Liverpool, home of the privateers and world famous photographer, Sherman Hines. Two large full service grocery stores are found in Liverpool, daily grocery needs are found even closer in village shops. * The beaches and villages of the south shore, including Lunenburg, a UNESCO world heritage site, are just moments away. Experience a step back in time with the warm hospitality, unique shops (antiques, artisans, crafts, farm markets, quilts and hand hooked rugs,reserves, quality new-to-you clothing), fishing wharves, restaurants (from down-hometo gourmet dinning), historic churches and museums of seaside villages such as Port Medway, Lockeport, Mahone Bay, Mill Village. * Halifax, with the world's second deepest natural harbour is a cosmopolitain center, with a wide array of restaurants, world class museums, shopping and is about a 1.5 hour drive away. Other activities include: Angling, seaside and woodland hiking (e.g in the renouned Kejimikujik National Park), sailing, kayaking, whale watching, deep sea fishing, diving, bicycling, golf, visiting the superb restored historic houses and shops in Shelbourne, attending excellent theatre and musical productions, including fiddling and other traditional music. Vacation Rental Rates Moving to a New Level Celebration Sale: June 12-July 24 25% off usual rates AND free use of the newly available (the reason for our celebration!) ground floor level (recreation room with regulation slate bed pool table, a fourth bedroom and a third bathroom). High Season 2004: June 26 - Sept 4, $2500* Canadian per week Mid Season/04 ( May 29-June 26 and Sept 4 - Oct 1) $1250* Canadian, per week May 1-May 29 and October 1-November 1,2004 $700* per week Please inquire about our very reasonable offseason/longstay rates from November to April. Christmas, New Year's, Easter,Spring Break, (US)Thanksgiving, $1500 Canadian for 10 days. *5% discount for bookings of two weeks or more * 15% HST applies (refundable to non-Canadian visitors)