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RiverlaneView Nova Scotia
Hosted by Patrick · Springfield, Nova Scotia
4 guests max
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RiverLaneView: Off-Grid Riverside Pitch in the Nova Scotia Woods
Welcome to RiverLaneView, a quiet patch of forest at the end of a private road in the heart of Nova Scotia, with your own access to the South River. Set slightly up the slope among the trees, this is a spot for a few days of real quiet. In the morning the sun comes up right over the river, the mist still hangs between the trees, and eagles and hawks circle overhead. Barely any traffic. Just the woods.
PLEASE READ FIRST: THE LAND IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
We want you to know exactly what you are booking. This is a brand new site and still a work in progress. The gravel driveway is finished and ready to park on, but the rest of the land is untouched forest, just as nature left it.
There is no power and no water on site yet, and no washrooms. This pitch is for fully self-sufficient, off-grid travellers only. If you arrive in a self-contained RV or van, or you are happy to pitch a tent and string up a hammock and bring your own water, you will feel right at home.
If you need hookups or facilities, this is not the right spot for you yet.
WHAT YOU CAN DO HERE
- Park one self-contained RV or van on the finished gravel driveway.
- Pitch one or two tents, or hang a hammock between the trees, on the natural forest ground around the driveway.
- Direct, private access to the South River.
- Fish right here: the South River and nearby Lake Torment are well stocked.
- Watch the sunrise over the water, facing east, and the eagles and hawks over the river valley.
- Enjoy a small, friendly neighbourhood along the river and the lake. A few houses, real people, and now and then a friendly village dog stopping by to say good morning. Real Canadian country living.
GOOD TO KNOW
- No power, no water, no washrooms on site. Come prepared and self-sufficient.
- Pack it in, pack it out. Please leave the forest the way you found it.
- Dogs are welcome.
- A two-night minimum is recommended, as the drive out here is part of the adventure.
- Power, water and a small washroom are planned for 2027, along with a larger RV pad and turning area. For now you get the place in its most natural, original state, before any of that is built.
THE NEAREST STORE (Convenience in the Woods)
You are off the grid, but not off the map. Just a few minutes away at Lake Torment East you will find the only store around: a gas station, a small general store, and the Woodsman Grill for fresh fish and chips, burgers and poutine when the campfire needs a night off.
THE LOCATION: REMOTE, BUT WITHIN REACH
Tucked into the heart of Nova Scotia on a narrow strip of land between Armstrong Lake and Lake Torment. Close enough to civilization, far enough from the noise:
- New Ross, about 30 min: the nearest village, with a diner and a grocery store for a hot meal and a proper restock.
- Halifax Stanfield Airport, about 1 h 45: your arrival point from Europe and North America. From there it is scenic highways and a stretch of real gravel road right to us.
- Kentville, about 1 h: the lively heart of the Annapolis Valley, with a farmers market, cafes and everything you need to stock up.
- Wolfville, about 1 h: home of Acadia University, known for its farmers market, live music and festivals, and the gateway to the Bay of Fundy basin with the highest tides in the world. The surrounding Annapolis Valley is also award-winning wine country.
- Digby, about 1 h 15: world famous for its scallops and the ferry to New Brunswick.
- Lunenburg, about 1 h 15: a UNESCO World Heritage town, a colourful harbour with deep seafaring and German roots, and home port of the schooner Bluenose II.
(Drive times are estimates from the site. Please check your own route in Google Maps from 153 River Lane.)
IN SHORT
A perfect escape for explorers who want the forest without leaving the world entirely behind. RiverLaneView: one private road, a handful of neighbours along the river and the lakes, and your own spot somewhere in between. Pack the thermos, light a fire, and let the South River do the rest.RiverLaneView: Off-Grid Riverside Pitch in the Nova Scotia Woods
Welcome to RiverLaneView, a quiet patch of forest at the end of a private road in the heart of Nova Scotia, with your own access to the South River. Set slightly up the slope among the trees, this is a spot for a few days of real quiet. In the morning the sun comes up right over the river, the mist still hangs between the trees, and eagles and hawks circle overhead. Barely any traffic. Just the woods.
PLEASE READ FIRST: THE LAND IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
We want you to know exactly what you are booking. This is a brand new site and still a work in progress. The gravel driveway is finished and ready to park on, but the rest of the land is untouched forest, just as nature left it.
There is no power and no water on site yet, and no washrooms. This pitch is for fully self-sufficient, off-grid travellers only. If you arrive in a self-contained RV or van, or you are happy to pitch a tent and string up a hammock and bring your own water, you will feel right at home.
If you need hookups or facilities, this is not the right spot for you yet.
WHAT YOU CAN DO HERE
- Park one self-contained RV or van on the finished gravel driveway.
- Pitch one or two tents, or hang a hammock between the trees, on the natural forest ground around the driveway.
- Direct, private access to the South River.
- Fish right here: the South River and nearby Lake Torment are well stocked.
- Watch the sunrise over the water, facing east, and the eagles and hawks over the river valley.
- Enjoy a small, friendly neighbourhood along the river and the lake. A few houses, real people, and now and then a friendly village dog stopping by to say good morning. Real Canadian country living.
GOOD TO KNOW
- No power, no water, no washrooms on site. Come prepared and self-sufficient.
- Pack it in, pack it out. Please leave the forest the way you found it.
- Dogs are welcome.
- A two-night minimum is recommended, as the drive out here is part of the adventure.
- Power, water and a small washroom are planned for 2027, along with a larger RV pad and turning area. For now you get the place in its most natural, original state, before any of that is built.
THE NEAREST STORE (Convenience in the Woods)
You are off the grid, but not off the map. Just a few minutes away at Lake Torment East you will find the only store around: a gas station, a small general store, and the Woodsman Grill for fresh fish and chips, burgers and poutine when the campfire needs a night off.
THE LOCATION: REMOTE, BUT WITHIN REACH
Tucked into the heart of Nova Scotia on a narrow strip of land between Armstrong Lake and Lake Torment. Close enough to civilization, far enough from the noise:
- New Ross, about 30 min: the nearest village, with a diner and a grocery store for a hot meal and a proper restock.
- Halifax Stanfield Airport, about 1 h 45: your arrival point from Europe and North America. From there it is scenic highways and a stretch of real gravel road right to us.
- Kentville, about 1 h: the lively heart of the Annapolis Valley, with a farmers market, cafes and everything you need to stock up.
- Wolfville, about 1 h: home of Acadia University, known for its farmers market, live music and festivals, and the gateway to the Bay of Fundy basin with the highest tides in the world. The surrounding Annapolis Valley is also award-winning wine country.
- Digby, about 1 h 15: world famous for its scallops and the ferry to New Brunswick.
- Lunenburg, about 1 h 15: a UNESCO World Heritage town, a colourful harbour with deep seafaring and German roots, and home port of the schooner Bluenose II.
(Drive times are estimates from the site. Please check your own route in Google Maps from 153 River Lane.)
IN SHORT
A perfect escape for explorers who want the forest without leaving the world entirely behind. RiverLaneView: one private road, a handful of neighbours along the river and the lakes, and your own spot somewhere in between. Pack the thermos, light a fire, and let the South River do the rest.
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 5 meters allowed
the driveway is not level at the moment.
Allowed rigs: campervans, cars, and rooftop tents
Back-in site
Surface type: Loose gravel
Surface levelness: Requires leveling
No truck campers, class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, pop-up campers, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and toy haulers
Doesn't accommodate slideouts
Generators allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
What to expect
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
4 guests max
Pets allowed
On leash
No campfires
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
No potable water
No showers
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
Picnic table absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy:
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 1 vehicle
2WD accessible
During your trip
Leave it better
Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
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RiverLaneView: Off-Grid Riverside Pitch in the Nova Scotia Woods
Welcome to RiverLaneView, a quiet patch of forest at the end of a private road in the heart of Nova Scotia, with your own access to the South River. Set slightly up the slope among the trees, this is a spot for a few days of real quiet. In the morning the sun comes up right over the river, the mist still hangs between the trees, and eagles and hawks circle overhead. Barely any traffic. Just the woods.
PLEASE READ FIRST: THE LAND IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
We want you to know exactly what you are booking. This is a brand new site and still a work in progress. The gravel driveway is finished and ready to park on, but the rest of the land is untouched forest, just as nature left it.
There is no power and no water on site yet, and no washrooms. This pitch is for fully self-sufficient, off-grid travellers only. If you arrive in a self-contained RV or van, or you are happy to pitch a tent and string up a hammock and bring your own water, you will feel right at home.
If you need hookups or facilities, this is not the right spot for you yet.
WHAT YOU CAN DO HERE
- Park one self-contained RV or van on the finished gravel driveway.
- Pitch one or two tents, or hang a hammock between the trees, on the natural forest ground around the driveway.
- Direct, private access to the South River.
- Fish right here: the South River and nearby Lake Torment are well stocked.
- Watch the sunrise over the water, facing east, and the eagles and hawks over the river valley.
- Enjoy a small, friendly neighbourhood along the river and the lake. A few houses, real people, and now and then a friendly village dog stopping by to say good morning. Real Canadian country living.
GOOD TO KNOW
- No power, no water, no washrooms on site. Come prepared and self-sufficient.
- Pack it in, pack it out. Please leave the forest the way you found it.
- Dogs are welcome.
- A two-night minimum is recommended, as the drive out here is part of the adventure.
- Power, water and a small washroom are planned for 2027, along with a larger RV pad and turning area. For now you get the place in its most natural, original state, before any of that is built.
THE NEAREST STORE (Convenience in the Woods)
You are off the grid, but not off the map. Just a few minutes away at Lake Torment East you will find the only store around: a gas station, a small general store, and the Woodsman Grill for fresh fish and chips, burgers and poutine when the campfire needs a night off.
THE LOCATION: REMOTE, BUT WITHIN REACH
Tucked into the heart of Nova Scotia on a narrow strip of land between Armstrong Lake and Lake Torment. Close enough to civilization, far enough from the noise:
- New Ross, about 30 min: the nearest village, with a diner and a grocery store for a hot meal and a proper restock.
- Halifax Stanfield Airport, about 1 h 45: your arrival point from Europe and North America. From there it is scenic highways and a stretch of real gravel road right to us.
- Kentville, about 1 h: the lively heart of the Annapolis Valley, with a farmers market, cafes and everything you need to stock up.
- Wolfville, about 1 h: home of Acadia University, known for its farmers market, live music and festivals, and the gateway to the Bay of Fundy basin with the highest tides in the world. The surrounding Annapolis Valley is also award-winning wine country.
- Digby, about 1 h 15: world famous for its scallops and the ferry to New Brunswick.
- Lunenburg, about 1 h 15: a UNESCO World Heritage town, a colourful harbour with deep seafaring and German roots, and home port of the schooner Bluenose II.
(Drive times are estimates from the site. Please check your own route in Google Maps from 153 River Lane.)
IN SHORT
A perfect escape for explorers who want the forest without leaving the world entirely behind. RiverLaneView: one private road, a handful of neighbours along the river and the lakes, and your own spot somewhere in between. Pack the thermos, light a fire, and let the South River do the rest.
Pets allowed
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Location
Springfield, Kings, Nova Scotia, CanadaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Patrick K.
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