Cape Breton Cottage, Off the Beaten Path... Spectacular Ocean/Mountain Views!

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Sea view

Explore the area

Victoria, Subd. A, NS

Cabots Landing Provincial Park9 min drive
Cape Breton Highlands National Park26 min drive
Skyline Trail66 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

If you are looking for something off the beaten path, you have found it! Out at the northern tip of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, the cottage is located at St. Margaret's village, in Bay St. Lawrence. From the 8x28 foot front deck you have a panoramic, unobstructed, undeveloped view as the sun sets into the ocean. In season, you can enjoy the local lobster or snow crab caught in the bay in front of you.

Not far off the Cabot Trail, the cottage is a good base for golf at Highland Links in Ingonish (one of the top-rated courses in the world), whale watching or deep sea fishing from the nearby fisherman's wharf or the Hike the Highlands Festival. Cape Breton Highlands National Park is just 10 miles away where there are hiking trails and other activities in the summer. Our family spots at least one moose and one bear at this park every year! It is a thrill for the kids!

Right in the village is a friendly community center with internet access (as well as ping pong for the kids and a basketball hoop). There is a local grocery with all the basics. Right near the community center is an ice cream stand that is great for a quick dinner as well.

It is a birdwatchers paradise. Watch the eagles soar, the guillemots fly in and out of the cliffs below, or the gannets dive into the ocean from the cottage. You might even see the occasional pod of whales in the bay while you sit relaxing or reading on the deck.

Please check this link to determine whether you are able to travel to Cape Breton from where you are, and what the quarantine status may be. https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/travel/#atlantic-bubble

Property manager

Maegan Conway

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Sea view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Dogs allowed for $75/week fee.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking is allowed on the deck.

The front crank windows are not able to open. All the brown slider windows open and provide lots of air.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-05261443211860559-61

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bay Saint Lawrence

Located in Bay Saint Lawrence, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. St. Paul Island South Point Lighthouse and St. Paul Island Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Cabots Landing Provincial Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Victoria, Subd. A, NS

What's nearby

Cabots Landing Provincial Park - 9 min drive
Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 26 min drive
St. Paul Island Museum - 26 min drive
Skyline Trail - 66 min drive
Ski Cape Smokey - 67 min drive

Getting around

Sydney, NS (YQY) - 172 min drive

Restaurants

The Bay Cafe - 12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cape Breton Cottage, Off the Beaten Path... Spectacular Ocean/Mountain Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cape Breton Cottage, Off the Beaten Path... Spectacular Ocean/Mountain Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cape Breton Cottage, Off the Beaten Path... Spectacular Ocean/Mountain Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cape Breton Cottage, Off the Beaten Path... Spectacular Ocean/Mountain Views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Cabots Landing Provincial Park and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from North Highlands Community Museum. St. Paul Island South Point Lighthouse and St. Paul Island Museum are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

6 Aug 2016

Beautiful, well equipped cabin in a fantastic location.

If you're happy to sit on the deck and spend endless hours watching the ever-changing ocean, this place is for you. Extraordinarily diverse flora and fauna.We ate freshly caught (by me!) fish most days and the cabin was clean and comfortable. Thank you for sharing this little patch of paradise with us.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

BEATRICE

18 Oct 2023

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

ed s.

4 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

little cottage

Great experience, beautiful location with views to enjoy the whales and eagles!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael and Susan C., Springfield, NH USA

18 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sept stay

Our stay was absolutely terrific although the weather was not the greatest (Hurrican Lee!). We loved the location and the small fishing village where the property is located is so beautiful. I just can't say enough about the area. The house was so comfortable, clean and in a spot that is gorgeous. We loved it. We will come back if the owners will have us!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

13 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most magical place

We stayed at this property for the last two weeks of August 2023. It was the most wonderful holiday. The cottage is perfect (amazing views, comfy beds, great water pressure, fully stocked with the necessities) and the area is exceptionally beautiful. You can wake up to the sunrise and watch the sunset from the back deck. The cottage is surrounded by wildflowers, hares, mountains, birds of prey and various other creatures. There is a (fantastic) whale watching boat tour that leaves from the harbor, which is about 5 minutes from the cottage. There is great food and good grocery options about 20 minutes drive away from the cottage. The beaches and coast are beautiful and there is tons to do in the National Park, also very very nearby. The wifi has also been upgraded since some previous posts and was super fast and reliable. We're heading back here next summer and are already looking forward to it.

Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023