The Waterbury
36Limited8 Linden Lea, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 2E2, Canada, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
About This Community
The Waterbury is a 47-unit retirement living building located at 8 Linden Lea, Dartmouth, opened in late 2022. It offers refined, independent living for seniors and mature residents in a park-like setting near downtown Dartmouth.
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Senior Care Path Summary
The Waterbury is a 47-unit retirement living building featuring contemporary apartments with nine-foot ceilings, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, in-floor radiant heat, and private balconies with various views.
The building offers extensive common areas including a furnished rooftop terrace with harbour views, social room with kitchenette and pool table, lounge with self-playing grand piano, library, and fitness room.
Located on a quiet cul-de-sac with a duck pond, the property is walking distance to downtown Dartmouth restaurants and shops, and a seven-minute stroll to the waterfront boardwalk.
Amenities include heated underground parking, secure FOB access, onsite resident manager, bike storage, and pet-friendly policies. Heat and hot water are included.
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Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed 2026-07-07.
Who This Community Is Best For
Ideal For
- Largely independent seniors who want meals, housekeeping, and activities handled
- Seniors who'd like to bring a beloved pet
Consider Alternatives For
- Seniors who need 24-hour nursing or complex medical care
- Those who need secure dementia care
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Google Reviews
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5 Google reviews
Most recent reviews
Senorita
2 months ago · via Google
We stayed at this apartment for about a year and a half, and it holds sentimental value as it was the first place we moved into after our marriage. Unfortunately, our overall experience turned out to be quite disappointing. We have lived in other apartments before and have never faced issues like this. One of the main concerns was the lack of proper notice before a visit. On an occasion, the staff arrived unannounced under the pretext of “inspections,” especially when we had requested repairs. This felt intrusive and became really frustrating. The move-out process was particularly unpleasant and unprofessional. Although the lease did not require us to be present for the final inspection, we were insisted upon to attend. During the inspection, it felt like every minor detail was being pointed out as an issue. Normal wear and tear was labeled as damage, including things like mirrors that were not broken but affected by poor installation choices. Whenever we tried to explain that something did not seem like damage, it was dismissed as “arguing,” and we were told we could take the matter to tenancy court if we disagreed. The tone felt rude and dismissive throughout. At that point, we chose not to prolong the situation - we signed the documents, accepted the deductions, and moved on. It’s also worth noting that with a damage deposit amounting to half a month’s rent, along with mandatory professional cleaning costs and additional deductions for what was considered “damage,” it felt unlikely that tenants would receive much of the deposit back regardless. This leaves little room for fairness in how normal wear and tear is evaluated. While the apartment itself may work for some, our experience significantly affected our peace of mind, especially towards the end.
Barbara Broom
a year ago · via Google
Hidden gem in downtown Dartmouth. New 4-story building only 2 1/2 years old. Air conditioned/heat pump, in-floor radiant heating, laundry in apartment, elevator, lovely deck surrounded by mature trees, underground parking, secure building, rooftop deck with view of Halifax Harbour, games room with pool table & piano, gym room, ten minute walk to Alderney ferry, near bus stop, quiet dead-end street with duck pond, pets allowed, and building manager lives on-site.
Donald Labine
3 years ago · via Google
No parking for 2 vehicles with a 3 bedroom apartment..
Summary of Google Reviews
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The Waterbury holds a 3.4-star rating across 5 Google reviews. Recent reviewers most often highlight caring, attentive staff and a safe, reassuring environment.
Most common praise
- Caring, attentive staff
- A safe, reassuring environment
Amenities
- Rooftop terrace with harbour views
- Social room
- Kitchenette
- Pool table
- Library
- Self-playing grand piano
- Lounge
- Exercise room
- Underground parking
- Duck pond
- Bike storage
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Key Features
- Pet Friendly
- Smoke Free
- Heat and hot water included
- Onsite resident manager
- Secure building with FOB access
- Modern contemporary design
- Park-like setting
Accommodation Options
Location
8 Linden Lea, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 2E2, Canada, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B2Y 2E2
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