Off-Season Rentals at Kingsport Cottage, near Wolfville, Nova Scotia

Near Acadia University, Wolfville, New Minas, Kentville

The house is available for monthly rentals during the fall and winter months as well.

It is a 15-minute drive from Wolfville, Acadia University, Kentville or New Minas. This makes it a convenient place to stay for those who have business in the area and would like a quiet and pleasant place to stay.

And for those who desire a comfortable retreat close to nature, we welcome you to enjoy the marvels that this area has to offer year-round.

Please call Hope or Ken at 902-582-1570 or e-mail us at to discuss off-season rental details and rates.


In the fall, hundreds of bald eagles return to the area to spend the winter. Special events are held during the winter by local communities. The Blomidon Naturalists Society in conjunction with the Biology Department at Acadia University conducts an eagle count each year. Read more about the eagles of Kings County.

Natural ice sculptures left by the tide
In winter, the receding tide leaves dramatic sculptures in ice and sand on the beach.

Winter at Kingsport

Autumn at the rental house

Autumn at the house in Kingsport
The fall is a wonderful time to enjoy the hiking trails and walk the beach. The autumn air is especially delicious.

winter sun

rise of the hunter's moon

Tree in snow overlooking beach