Sitting on a deck with an ocean view and the rolling, green hills of PEI in the background, you've found the perfect spot. Ideally, you would want to stay year-round on this beautiful island. Yet if that is an impossible scenario, you can always rent a cottage for that perfect vacation.
Of course, you can stay in some of the island's luxurious hotels or quaint "bed and breakfasts." Prince Edward Island has first-class accommodations and offers excellent customer service. Some visitors, however, might prefer to rent a cottage and there are many reasons why an island cottage is a perfect choice for that dream holiday.
Reasons to Rent a PEI Cottage
1. Privacy
Prince Edward Island is an intimate location. A tiny island with a small population, the province is a big tourist draw but still has secluded beaches and serene spaces. When you rent an island cottage, you can enjoy your own private oasis.
Visitors to the island can rent cottages with their own private deck - even their own private beach. The island has six tourist zones. Whichever region you choose to vacation in, you can find cottages with scenic views of the pristine coastline.
2. Natural Beauty
The province's cottages are located in some of the most beautiful spots on the island. Nothing beats admiring a glorious sunrise or spectacular sunset from your own cottage. What could be better than a charming cottage in picturesque Prince Edward Island!
You can rent cottages just steps away from the Northumberland Strait in Stratford. Yet maybe you would prefer a view of Confederation Bridge or like to be near Charlottetown and its fantastic golf courses.
3. Kitchen Party
You can have your own "kitchen party." The island is famous for its kitchen parties with music, song, and dance. When you have your own kitchen, you can have your own ceilidh. Prince Edward Islanders are only more than happy to show up for a tune or two. Vacationers can get a cottage near the Rollo Fiddle Festival or the Confederation Centre of the Arts.
4. Island Feast
Nobody wants to spend their holiday working in the kitchen. Yet island seafood is so quick and easy to prepare that mealtime is a breeze. A lobster boil on the beach by your cottage is a tasty idea for a delicious supper. Most island cottages are just a few minutes from the beach.
5. Romantic Vacation
For a romantic vacation, a Prince Edward Island cottage is the perfect solution. Enjoy the quiet and romance of the island in your own cottage. A little piece of heaven on a romantic island! Couples can even rent restored guest houses which date back to the romantic era of the 1890s.
6. Island Mementos
You might need a cottage to store all the mementos of your vacation. Prince Edward Island has numerous specialty shops and artisans. Tourists can choose from thousands of local, handcrafted items. Rent a cottage near Anne's (character from the novel - 'Anne of Green Gables') beloved Cavendish. Remember to get your picture taken with 'Anne' at Cavendish Figurines located at the foot of Confederation Bridge.
7. Relaxing Retreat
There are countless 'things to do' on this beautiful island. After a fun day on the water or exploring historic sites and museums, you will welcome your own quiet and relaxing retreat. Guests can wake to a magnificent island sunrise.
8. Family Time
For families with young children, renting a cottage makes perfect sense. Children can enjoy the comforts of home and vacation at the same time. An island cottage provides a pleasant atmosphere for a family vacation. Actually, Prince Edward Island is known for excellence in accommodations - bed and breakfasts, cozy inns, secluded cabins, and PEI cottages and hotels.
Check out the charming cottages in Waterford. With their expansive grounds and numerous children's playgrounds, Waterford is a wonderful place to rent a cottage.
9. Quiet Haven
Prince Edward Island is a peaceful paradise. Its serenity refreshes the body, soothes the soul, and inspires the mind. There is no place better on earth to become inspired, be one with nature, and renew your spirit. An island cottage by the water is the perfect spot to get I started a challenging future. Stay on 30 acres of strawberries and raspberries with meadows, fields overlooking the sea, tourists are bound to find their oasis of tranquility.
10. Neighbors
The best part of a cottage near the IEP is - the local population. Prince Edward Islanders are known for their friendliness. Islanders welcome the stranger as his family. Add some 'music and It's Party Time - Island-Style!
