Cabot`s Modern-Day Beach House

Chéticamp, Nova Scotia
$457 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

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Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 4

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Welcome to this 2-bedrooom ocean-side, vacation home packed full of modern-day comforts and located within 5 minutes drive of the restaurants, shops and fisherman`s dock of the Acadian village of Cheticamp.

Enjoy stunning views of the Atlantic ocean, Cape Breton`s rugged coastline and spectacular sunsets from every room.

Kindly note that children must be 8 years or older to stay, pets are not permitted and maximum occupancy is 4 persons.

Inside, the well equipped kitchenhas everything you need to cook and dine in style and comfort, including an island with bar stools. The spacious living room is flooded with natural light and offers captivating ocean views and stunning evening sunsets. The home now features air conditioning. In the unlikely event you get bored of these natural wonders, we have a SMART TV and Wi-Fi for streaming movies or music.

Outside, take in the fresh Atlantic sea air while enjoying a glass of wine or a cold beer on your spacious 500 square foot sundeck which has a BBQ and 270 degree views of the coastal and local mountains.

Each bedroom has an ocean view. The master bedroom features a King-sized bed, an ultra-comfortable pillow-top mattress, premium bedding along, and an ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom has an ocean view, a similar Queen-sized bed and its own bathroom.

The home sits on a 1.5-acre property about 100 feet from an embankment, with a stone beach and the Atlantic ocean below. The ocean and coastal views are truly impressive. While it is not possible to climb down the embankment to the beach, there is beach access a short walk down the road (where you will also find a popular spot for swimming, beach walks and sea glass hunting. Guests need to be responsible for their own safety near the embankment as there is no guard rail.

Location-wise, we are a short 5-10 minute drive from the historic Acadian fishing village of Cheticamp, which marks the starting point of the highly scenic Cabot Trail and the Skyline Trail (which is a must-see for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts). For golf enthusiasts, our place is a great base camp as we are ten minutes from Le Portage Golf Course and about 40 minutes from Canada`s #1 ranked golf course -- Cabot Cliffs.

Please note the following before booking:

1. HOUSE RULES: No pets, parties, events, smoking, fires or cooking fish, shellfish or other strong-odor foods indoors is permitted. Quiet time begins at 10 pm.

2. HOME SHARING -- We are happy to host a family of four or permit sharing by 2 couples or 3 or 4 adults. Maximum occupancy is 4 persons.

3. GUEST SAFETY -- Guests are responsible for their own safety near the embankment on the property as a fall could lead to severe injury.

*** If you can`t find availability on your dates, need more space or seek modern accommodation elsewhere along Cape Breton`s west coast), please inquire about our other listings in Cheticamp as well as our 1, 2 and 3 bedroom accommodations in Port Hood, just south of Inverness. Examples included VRBO listing IDs: #1689424 (The Blue Pearl) and #1692626 (The Sunset HideAway) and the #9848269 (The Seascape) in Port Hood.

Things To Do Near Us:

1. Hike the famous Skyline Trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Enjoy dramatic headland cliffs overlooking the rugged coast from the end of this level trail. You can enjoy an eagle`s view of the Cabot Trail as it winds its way down the mountain.

2. Enjoy whale watching and coastal tours offered by local operators. Watch for whales in the Gulf of St. Lawrence from the viewing decks. Moose, bald eagles, bears and numerous boreal birds live here.

3. Enjoy live Celtic and Fiddle music at the Doryman Pub and Grill and Le Gabriel restaurants (just 10 min away).

4. Le Portage 18-Hole Golf Course. Tee off beneath the Cape Breton Highlands.

5. Museum/Gallery/Cultural Center -- At Les Trois Pignons heritage center you can dive into Acadian culture and the history of Chéticamp, view an impressive collection of tapestries, rare hook rugs and antiques. There is also a genealogy resource center.

6. Hike to the swimming hole at the Cheticamp Gypsum quarry. This is a short hike on an established trail/ ATV track that leads you to a beautiful, secret swimming spot near Cheticamp.

7. Swimming at Cheticamp Island beach or Whale Cove beach, located 2 and 15 minutes away by car.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower/tub Combination
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Glenn

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Clean, well appointed and modern place. Bbq worked great. Super location for views. Seals can be seen easily from the deck. Satelite dish wasn’t working but we didn’t mind it. Location is fairly close to the cabot trail, and although the skyline trail is very busy, it is about 25 minutes away - we did a sunset tour. Highly recommend this place - this was two couples and more than enough space for each. Cheers

  • Shutong

    Submitted Oct 25, 2024

    Stayed Oct 19, 2024

    Nice view

  • Carol H.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    Our stay was great. Nice selection of supplies, well maintained, very clean, and beautiful view from the deck. Thanks for a great stay! I highly recommend that you read the house rules as to what to expect during the stay from the instructions provided by the host.

  • Josh J.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2025

    Stayed Oct 20, 2025

    Beautiful views and a super accessible and friendly host made for a great experience right on the Cabot Trail. Comfy beds, perfect location to the Highlands Park and gorgeous sights right from the windows made this an unforgettable stay.

  • John G.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    Outstanding place. Great location, beautiful views, very clean and roomy. Michael, our host was very accommodating and made sure we were well aware of all the attractions and activities. Cabot Trail lived up to its reputation. Will definitely stay with this host again if we’re lucky enough to make another trip to Nova Scotia

  • John T.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Nice place! Comfortable for a family or two couples. Modern appliances (including washer-dryer) and plenty of cookware in good condition. The house can heat up in the afternoon, but does have AC. Great for stargazing.

  • Joanna C.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    We've stayed in many VRBO properties, and this one was among our favorites. Super clean, high-end, very comfortable--and what a view! Michael was an awesome host and can't thank him enough for sharing this incredible home with us. Absolutely nothing was overlooked! He has several other properties on VRBO as well--all equally appealing.Loved exploring Cheticamp and the park. Found ourselves in Baddeck quite a bit for the puffin and Bras d'Or Lake tours and the Bell museum. We also enjoyed a van tour with local guide. Learned so much more than we could on our own.We are definitely considering another Cape Breton adventure!

  • Jean K.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2025

    Stayed Jun 3, 2025

    Lovely spot.

  • Anthony L.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    What a great place in Cheticamp! The location is convient to Highlands National Park, driving the Cabot Trail, and good local restaurants. We really liked Au Coin bakery, Last Chance Sandwich Shop, and L'Abri. The layout of the house is perfect as the bedrooms are on opposite sides of the home. Our hosts were quick to reach out and ensure we were informed of all special considerations for access and area interests. The house has plenty of supplies and the plentiful labeled, dimmer switches is appreciated. Highly recommend and we can't wait to return.

  • john c.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2024

    Stayed Oct 9, 2024

    The property is as advertised. Clean and modern. Kitchen is well equiped with modern appliances, utensils, plates/ dishes, etc. Beautiful view. Short drive to grocery store. Close to at least 5 restaurants. I would be happy to stay here again.

  • Christine A.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2024

    Stayed Oct 2, 2024

    This beach house was perfect for my husband and me. We went to Cape Breton to hike, explore the Cabot Trail, and eat seafood. Its location on the water, and being close to the National Park was just right. The house was very clean and modern, and the sunsets were amazing. Michael was very accommodating and responsive. He has equipped the kitchen with everything you might need for preparing meals. We would definitely stay there again if we ever return to Cheticamp. BTW, the Acadian Trail, which starts at the NP Visitors Center, is fantastic.

  • Carol A S.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    This beautiful, relaxing retreat was at the end of our Nova Scotia adventures. We stayed 3 nights and enjoyed the site as well as how convenient it was being near Chéticamp and the Cabot Trail. This is right on the ocean, though beach access is just down the road. This is definitely a well thought out luxury rental in every way. It was clean, comfortable and well supplied with anything you might need to stay there. Lovely furnishings and decorating. West facing means you get the beautiful sunsets over the ocean. We loved our stay but wished it could have been longer. We highly recommend this wonderful, peaceful retreat.

  • Robert E.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2024

    Stayed Sep 21, 2024

    Lovely setting and nice digs. Very nicely equipped. Property manager was quick to reply to any questions, had good suggestions for dining... would definitely stay again.

  • Brantley B.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 26, 2024

    Everything was great with no disappointments. Host is very accommodating and a he is a great communicator. We would return.

  • Kathy S.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2024

    Stayed Sep 23, 2024

    The house was perfectly located with beautiful sunset views. It was clean with a fun beach decor and comfortable. The property owner was attentive and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay!!!

  • frederick T.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Sep 16, 2024

    Beautiful views. Well appointed. Close to everything. Responsive host. Would return.

  • Barbara M.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    Loved the sunsets and simplicity of the property. Exactly what we were looking for.

  • Lara C.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2024

    Stayed Sep 1, 2024

    House was very clean. Beautiful view from the deck. Enjoyable to sit out there and relax. Close to the National Park. Restaurants close as well. Great communication with the host! I would stay again.

  • Anne C.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Great spot: good location, well-furnished, clean, lovely sunsets and lots of stars. Just a bit windy.

  • Jolene W.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2024

    Stayed Aug 21, 2024

    The view was breathtaking and the property was spotless. I would highly recommend this location in Cheticamp. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!

  • Lynn F.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2024

    Stayed Aug 22, 2024

    This place is the perfect spot to get away. From the time we got out of the car and heard the ocean our blood pressure dropped 20 points. The unit itself is comfortable, clean and well equipped. Our only mistake was not staying here longer. But we’ll definitely be backm

  • Anne G.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2024

    Stayed Aug 10, 2024

    We had a great time at this property. The check-in instructions were good, and the cottage was spotless when we arrived. Michael kept us informed of weather warnings for the region and inquired how our stay was going in case we needed anything. The way the cottage is designed is excellent for 2 couples, as each can have some privacy. The kitchen was well stocked. There was a large supply of drinking water bottles, and we didn't run out (the water from the tap is clean, but not suitable for drinking). There was also lots of towels, which was appreciated since we stayed for 1 week. We spent many hours on the deck, relaxing and enjoying the view. We had several amazing sunsets, and truly enjoyed our stay at this property.

  • Courtney C.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    My family had a great stay at Michael’s property. The views are breathtaking with a short drive or walk to access the local beach. Close to all the amenities of Chéticamp and to check out the Cabot Trail. The property was spotless, with a well stocked kitchen and having AC was lovely. The deck offered the perfect spot to watch the sunset. Great spot!

  • Judy S.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 25, 2024

    We had a great time at this home . Set up is perfect . No stairs and bedroom/bathrooms on each side with common areas in the middle . Four sliding doors show off the amazing view . Host was very responsive and helpful . We enjoyed the area and this home very much

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