This was by far the most unique place we’ve stayed. It was awesome! It had everything you needed. It was so clean with a huge kitchen. It’s perfectly located. The host are so friendly. We would definitely recommend it. Loved it!

We loved staying at Brett and Lara’s place. The decor, craftsmanship and attention to detail of this property cannot be beat! Our hosts anticipated our every need. Coming back to a clean and comfortable place was so welcome. We enjoyed talking with Brett and finding out about the history of the church, the paintings and the artifacts. We’d happily stay there again when we return to Halifax.

Bret and Lara are excellent hosts. Everything you need to make and outstanding stay here

The church has been beautifully decorated. Very comfortable accommodation and wonderful location. Brett and Lara were excellent hosts.

WOW! was oir immediate first impression upon arrival. Brett welcomed us with a friendly run down of the property and the locale. After that, the hosts left us to our holiday, and were on hand if we needed them. The location is excellent. We were in striking distajce of Peggy's Cove and Halifax centre, and only an hour drive to both Wolfville and Lunenburg. We have already threatened that we will return next year, probably when the season kicks off. This time around we were really lucky with the weather, and lucky enough that the weather turned to allow us a whole day to enjoy the property. Sad to leave. Excited to come back. Thank you to Brett and Lara for this wonderful place and their warming hospitality.

Initally felt like walking into a museum with SO much to look at. Brett gave the initial tour and info and we had great conversations. We got acclaimated incredibly quickly. everything was top notch. Great towels, great pillows, great kitchen appliances and tools and toys...For what we wanted to do it was the perfect location. Away from the City but close enough to go too if we wanted. Drove east, Drove west, had great meals in small lovely places. Was nice cause its off season. OMG..Nothing to say except perfect for what we needed and wanted.

Just a stunning renovation that Brett and Lara have completed on this old church. I'm a regular visitor to Halifax and the bar is generally quite low for places to stay. A lot of places in Halifax are basement suites so as a tall person it's a real treat to not bump my head on everything. But Brett and Lara's place is really in a league all its own. Really memorable stay and I hope to return.

We stayed at this property for our sons wedding which was being held very close to this location. Lara & Brett were great hosts. Brett gave us a historical overview of the place which was really interesting and made the whole experience that much better. If you want a unique experience I highly recommend this property.

My parents and I were blown away by this incredible home! Brett & Lara were fantastic hosts and we are in awe of how they have transformed this former church into the stunning space it is today. The location is fantastic, in a quiet area but just outside of the city. We can't recommend it enough!

We can't say enough nice things about our stay. The building is a renovated church but that doesn't begin to describe the level of attention to detail that Lara and Brett have applied to finishing and furnishing (not as a church but as a comfortable place to stay). Everywhere you look there is another nice touch. The linens were top notch, the kitchen and bathrooms were well supplied, and everything was spotless. Location-wise, it is a short drive to everywhere in the Halifax area and we found it convenient for food and touristing (though we did learn to hate the Armdale Roundabout at Quinpool and Herring Cove Road so be careful when driving in that direction if you are not from the area). Lara was very friendly and helpful with near-instant replies. We look forward to staying there again when we return to Halifax. Highly recommended!

Our visit could not have been better. The church is great, it was super clean and it had everything we needed. Brett and Lara gave us our privacy but let us know they were available if needed. The area is beautiful and everything we needed was close by.

Great communication with the owner during a hurricane. We had a warm welcome to this very unique and fascinating property. This is definitely a unique, memorable and highly recommended stay. It’s immaculate , and the kitchen has everything you need if you decide to eat in.

What a beautiful and unique place! Brett and Lara were great hosts-allowing us privacy while still making sure we had everything we needed. Unfortunately, a hurricane cut our visit short, but we definitely plan to go back.

Great place. Great owners. Highly recommended!

St. Cecilia would be proud! We absolutely loved this place and will recommend it to everyone we know! We would definitely stay here again. This was our 1st VRBO stay and the bar has been set extremely high. Thank you Lara and Brett for sharing your gem with us. Loretta and Mike

My friends and I had a wonderful stay. Lara was super responsive and came over to greet us and provide recommendations. The place was super clean and well stocked. It’s best to stay here with a rented car.

The property is a good size and the owners are doing further work to make the property even better then it is, and it is already great. Great relaxing location close to everything you might need. Just on the outskirts of Halifax in a very quiet location. The Church is well stocked with everything you might need and the owners are very responsive. They are close by if necessary but absolutely are not intrusive and leave you alone unless you go to them. The best Vrbo we have been to in 10 years. It is a very unique Vrbo. Brett and Lara are great hosts and obviously take pride in their work and property.

We loved our few days at unique St. Cecilia's by the Sea. The old church is beautifully renovated, the outdoor spaces are fabulous, and the property is close to Halifax and to nearby scenic coves and beaches.

It was the best cottage I've ever been in with the best hosts! The hosts went above and beyond for us, helping from directions to anything else! The cottage was even better than the pictures! I never wanted to leave! My family and myself intend to come back! 😃

We loved our stay at St. Cecilia. Everything was wonderful! Brett’s introduction to the church and the property was so interesting and both he and Lara were available but not intrusive our entire stay. The property was so unique and like no where we have ever stayed before, anywhere in the world. We loved being able to sit on the deck overlooking the water. The kitchen was well equipped and had everything a cook could need. We’ll be back!!

This home was even better and cooler than the pictures. Location is great. Just a few minutes from Halifax without dealing with downtown driving and parking. Hosts Brett and Lara are wonderful and so helpful. If we return the area this is the only place I would stay.

Definitely the most unique VRBO property we have ever stayed at! Great location, so close to all that Halifax has to offer but set on a quiet cove. Our hosts were great and the church is gorgeous.

Our flights were canceled by air Canada, which was a true pain! But Brett and Lara were super about everything from the delays to the final cancellation. They were helpful and gracious! I’m looking forward to staying with them in the future

We had a wonderful stay at St Cecilia. Not only was it like no place we’d ever stayed, but it was very spacious, comfortable and very well appointed. The hosts we friendly, helpful and available. I would definitely recommend it!

Absolutely perfect, comfortable, great grill, like staying in an Art Gallery. Close to everything and views everywhere. Don’t miss this gem

This place is a real treasure, we stayed 3 nights and was convenient for touring Halifax. The owners are great people and made sure our stay was enjoyable.

This place was perfect for our trip. It’s close to downtown but right outside the city. It was exactly as described and very quite. Lara was very helpful. We would definitely stay again. Thank you!!!

This home away from home deserves all the spectacular reviews it has already received, I second them ALL!!!! Halifax is so close by, not that you would know it, my Husband and I spent all but 2 days at the boardwalk. The Fisherman’s Market International was our second daily stop. Lara and Brett are impeccable hosts. Merci

Brett and Lara are wonderful hosts. They took great care of us … recommendations for places to see and places to eat were fabulous. Very responsive to questions. The church was beautiful and felt like “home” for our week in Halifax. I highly recommend St. Cecilia and Brett and Lara.

We loved this space. Two couples filled it perfectly without being in each other's faces all of the time. Lots of room to spread out, but also a great place to come together. At first we were disappointed with the weather forecast, and yet this place was perfect for a rainy weekend. It was a wonderful place to cook, eat, play games and watch TV together. There were also enough little nooks to go off and do some reading or tackle a hobby. We loved all of the attention to detail and were all constantly looking around for the next treasure. Our hosts were fabulous to talk to and give us any needed direction and/or suggestions. Communication was ideal! All in all, we were enamoured with the place and highly recommend to others.

What an absolutely perfect place to stay! I was raised a Catholic, so perhaps it was a bit nostalgic for me. The old church they have converted into this absolutely charming and unique place to stay was a delightful place to call home for a few days in mid-May. The restoration was impeccable and stylish, with tons of little touches that made us feel like we were visiting both a church and a museum. It has everything you need for your stay. The kitchen is spacious and well stocked with utensils and cookware. The master bedroom in the old choir loft provides a comfortable bed, and a half bath, and a nice view out onto the living area. The living space itself has lots of space to spread out and choose a spot to sit down – several chairs and a very comfy couch facing a large screen TV with a nice Bose sound system. The outdoor deck provides a great view of the bay, although it was a bit too windy for us to enjoy while we were there. The location is perfect for trips into downtown Halifax, or as a base for exploring other parts of Nova Scotia. The hosts were incredibly friendly and helpful, spending some time with us to orient us to the house and Halifax, as well as to give us some background on the place itself. This is by far the best short term rental we have ever stayed in, and we will absolutely book it again if we find ourselves in Halifax again!

Everything was as good or better than advertised. Bret and Lara were terrific hosts. Everything was in perfect condition. This is a very unique property. Don't think about it. Just book it and you won't be disappointed!