9 March Break Activities in Nova Scotia
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Looking for the perfect accommodations with a hot tub in Nova Scotia this winter? Here are some great spots with outdoor hot tubs to warm up your winter getaway.
FYI weekends tend to get busy so check availability during the week.
Nordic Spaahhhhhh
If relaxing in a hot tub is your primary winter goal be sure to check out Sensea Nordic Spa. Spend a day circuiting hot pools, cool pools, a variety of saunas, and more. Remember to pre-book a massage or treatment —and don’t forget your robe rental.
The Hydrothermal Spa at Oceanstone Resort near Peggy’s Cove has an extensive spa menu with treatment huts, a meditation den, warm vitality pools, arctic plunge pool, salt-inhalation hamman, and much more.
Looking for an indoor Nordic spa experience? Visit Nature Folk on the Dartmouth Waterfront for indoor Nordic spa bliss.
Saltair Nordic Spa in Baxter’s Harbour overlooks the Bay of Fundy and you can choose between the self-led or guided Nordic experience.
South Shore
Sidanna Retreat in the Summerville/Hunt’s Point area near Liverpool is a perfect getaway. They offer a selection of cozy, well decorated cottages, each with a hot tub and/or sauna. Two of the cottages share a hot tub, making them the perfect place for a family or group to stay together. The Relaxing Oceanfront Retreat has an in-ground pool for summertime swims along with a hot tub & sauna. There is also a cottage located on the Eastern Shore and two on the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton. All cottages have beautiful ocean views with opportunities for amazing sunset shots from the decks or hot tubs. Click here to view each of their properties.
Quarterdeck Beachside Villas & Grill
Located alongside Summerville Beach Provincial Park in Summerville Centre. Relax and enjoy beach views or the starry night sky from your 4-person patio and hot tub when you stay in a Seawood apartment-style accommodation. These 2-bedroom, pet-friendly accommodations are tucked behind the recreation centre and offer stunning ocean views. Additional hot tub rooms are coming soon!
1 and Only Riverside Accommodations
Discover your own slice of paradise at 1 of 4 pet-friendly, 2-bedroom cottages at 1 and Only Riverside Accommodations. The area is a popular birdwatching spot so be sure to keep an eye out for feathered friends while exploring the property or from your cottage’s very own hot tub.
Shackup: Aframe
Escape to this vintage inspired sea-facing 1960’s A-frame. After a day of exploring, soak away the day in a private cedar hot tub full of glamourous vibes.
Shackup: The Cabin
This timber-framed open-concept cabin hosts 360 degree decks and covered porch. Just steps from the cabin is a hand-built wood-fired hot tub tucked in the woods by the river. Float next to the river under spruce branches for a magical experience.
Shackup: The Tower
Built high on an ocean hillside on 30 foot tall steel legs, these cozy quarters are akin to an old ship’s cabin with 360 degree views. Greet evenings with a cozy woodstove, sunsets with drinks on the deck, and moonrise with a dip in the hot tub.
Lakeside Glomes at White Point Beach Resort
Stay in 1 of 11 Lakeside Glomes, including studio glomes, 2-bed super glomes, and an accessible glome, all perched on the edge of the lake at White Point Beach Resort. Imagine soaking in your private hot tub with dappled sunlight or moonlight streaming through the trees and a stunning view overlooking the lake.
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores
Driftwood by the Bay
Enjoy magnificent sunsets and incredible starry skies from your private hot tub when you stay in 1 of 2 private, luxury glamping domes at Driftwood by the Bay on the shores of Saint Mary’s Bay in the heart of the Acadian community of Clare.
Tiny Village & Marina
Tucked in along the shores of Clearwater Lake in Clare is a quaint, quiet, and modern pet-friendly tiny home retreat. Each cottage and tiny home comes complete with a private hot tub and an on-site sauna.
Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
Shubenacadie Tidal Bore Rafting Resort
The cottages at the Shubenacadie Tidal Bore Rafting Resort are open year-round including a 1-bedroom log chalet with a hot tub. Spend the day exploring the property overlooking the Shubenacadie River and surrounding area before relaxing in your private hot tub under the stars.
Gravity Luxury Domes
Also overlooking the Shubenacadie River is Gravity Luxury Domes. This year-round dome retreat has 4 domes fully equipped with all the comforts of home and their very own private hot tubs.
As The River Bends Retreat
Stay at As The River Bends Retreat near Hantsport and glamp in style. Enjoy your own winterized geodesic dome after exploring trails and warm up in your own hot tub on the deck.
Valley Sky Glamping
Book your stay in a geodesic dome or fully accessible cabin at Valley Sky Glamping Located near Wolfville in the heart of wine country. Explore the Annapolis Valley’s many farm and farmers’ markets, wineries, restaurants, and shops or spend the day hiking and exploring before relaxing in the hot tub at your accommodation.
Irwin Lake Chalets
Nestled in the woods on Irwin Lake near downtown Truro are 6 log chalets, 5 with outdoor hot tubs. These pet-friendly cottages are a perfect retreat for a little rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation with a serene forest backdrop.
Shangri-La Cottages
Plan a luxury cottage getaway near the world’s highest tides at Burntcoat Head Park. After exploring the ocean floor at low tide, unwind with a soak in the hot tub as you take in views of Cobequid Bay.
Seek Wilderness Accommodations
Stay in one of Seek’s eco-friendly, converted shipping container cottages near downtown Truro. These year-round accommodations have hot tubs and are perfect for those seeking adventure in Victoria Park and The Railyard Mountain Bike Park.
Northumberland Shore
Steinhart Distillery Cottages
Steinhart Distillery Cottages overlook a working fishing wharf and a beach known for its fossils. This spot is a working distillery so if you’re looking to get involved with the distilling process, you’re in luck. Book your stay and their GINstitute by the Sea experience and make your very own gin! Finish your day with a dip in the hot tub as you look out over the Northumberland Strait.
Smith Rock Chalets
Pack your cross country skis, snowshoes, and sleds and head to Smith Rock Chalets to explore the trails and grounds of Fitzpatrick Mountain. Be sure to take a relaxing dip in the on-site hot tub after a day of outdoor adventure.
Wallace River Ranch & Domes
Explore the ranch and meet its friendly goats and ponies. Or head out on the Trans Canada Trail on your snowmobile, ATV, snowshoes, or skis. Be sure to make time to relax in your dome’s private hot tub and gaze up at the starry sky.
Barra Shores
Relax with the whole family at this all-season 3-bedroom barrier-free cottage overlooking the Northumberland Strait. The property includes barrier-free recreation facilities such as wooded trails and saltwater access. After a day of exploring, relax in the hot tub as the sun sets.
Cape Breton Island
Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort
Discover a wilderness resort and wellness retreat tucked in the forest alongside the Cabot Trail. The resort offers several hot tubs ranging from soft tubs, Japanese Ofuro cedar tubs, and larger hot tubs throughout the property.
River to Sea Cottages
Located in Inverness, home of top golf courses, Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs you’ll find five modern cottages with all the comforts of home and ocean views. Relax in your cottage’s private hot tub while taking in the sunset over the Northumberland Strait.
St. Esprit Lake Wilderness Holiday
Choose between 1 of 3 cottages or a bed & breakfast suite at St. Esprit Lake Wilderness Holiday, Located on St. Esprit Lake on the southeastern coast of Cape Breton Island. Relax in the large hot tub or nearby sauna as you catch the sun setting over the lake.
Ridge on the Chimney
Discover 4 newly built, MacKay-Lyon Sweetapple designed, 1 & 2 bedroom cabins located above Chimney Corner Beach in Cape Breton. You’ll want to experience incredible sunsets over the Northumberland Strait from your cabin’s private wood fired hot tub.
Lakeside Luxury Domes
Discover geodesic luxury domes on the shores of the Bras d’Or Lake with access to hiking trails and unadulterated nature. Each dome has a private hot tub for you to relax in.
Eastern Shore
Lawrencetown Lodge
Not far from Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park are 3 cozy, modern tiny-home cottages tucked into a peaceful wooded area. Each of the cottages comes with its own BBQ, firepit with Adirondack-style chairs, and a wood-fired cedar barrel hot tub.
Nalu Retreat
Overlooking beautiful Porter’s Lake, Nalu Retreat is a four-season destination located just 45 minutes from downtown Halifax. Relax and renew in one of their 3 luxurious geodesic domes featuring panoramic views, high end amenities, and a spa-inspired bathroom. Each dome has its own private hot tub and outdoor shower. Plus, wellness treatments can be booked including massage, acupuncture, and more.
The Marmalade Motel
This fully renovated, modern-BoHo decorated boutique motel has 9 rooms, each with a private balcony overlooking the ocean. There is also an outdoor hot tub, bonfire pit with seating area, and a private wharf with covered deck and launch area.
Cove & Sea Cabin
Get cozy in a luxurious little cabin in the woods with its own private oceanfront on the shores of Chedabucto Bay near the town of Guysborough. Spend the day beachcombing or exploring the land before relaxing in the private outdoor hot tub under the stars.
Moments Oceanside Getaway
Find yourself surrounded by fresh ocean air and stunning ocean views when you stay at Moments Oceanside Getaway, a 3-bedroom oceanfront house. Enjoy your very own private spa retreat that comes with a massage chair, steam shower with jet soaker tub, two-person infra-red sauna, private hot and cold outdoor shower, and five-person hot tub on the front patio overlooking the ocean.
Authentic Seacoast: Yurts in the Vineyard
Located along a stunning peninsula on the shores of Chedabucto Bay, and nestled within an oceanside vineyard are 10 fully furnished, one-of-a-kind yurts. Book 1of 4 yurts with a private wood-fired hot tub.
Bonus: there is also a sauna for you to enjoy too!
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