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3 Bdrm Cottage near Baddeck and St. Ann's<br>1 hour to Inverness

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Dining Room
Cozy Living Room
Cheery Kitchen
Breakfast Nook
View of the Bras d'or

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Big Harbour, NS
  • Kidston Island Lighthouse
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Powder Room

Toilet

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

3 Bdrm Cottage near Baddeck and St. Ann's<br>1 hour to Inverness

The ROOST is a bright and cheery, fully equipped cottage in the heart of Cape Breton. With views of the Bras D’or from inside and outside - you won't want to leave. But if you do, the cottage is close to amenities, shopping, tourist attractions, golf, nature and centrally located to all of the treasures Cape Breton has to offer - Nothing is farther than a day trip away.

The Master Bedroom has a Queen bed and private balcony over looking the Bras D'or. The 2nd (Queen) & 3rd (2 twins) bedrooms feel like you are nestled in the treetops. All of the beds are super comfortable with quality linens leaving you well rested.

The living room is equipped with WIFI and a smart tv and blu ray with tons of movies, but as the cottage comes with oodles of board games for kids and adults, you may never turn the tv on. We also have a sample of CD's of local artists for you to enjoy, but the stereo is bluetooth so you can still enjoy your own music.

The spacious kitchen is ideal to cook a large meal with the entire family helping out. It is fully equipped with everything you could need - including lobster pot! Added bonus - we have our own "lobster guy"! During lobster season he can bring a fresh catch right to your door!

Need to do a load of laundry, no problem - we've got you covered!

Upon booking, we can offer you suggestions on what to do and where to eat and recommend day trips appropriate for your group and budget.

The ROOST is Pet Friendly, however there is an additional cleaning charge

If you are interested in staying on a day that is blocked, please let us know. These dates have been set aside for our amazing housekeeper so that we can be flexible with her schedule.

For more information, please visit our website at theroostonbigharbour.com

Property manager

Jennifer Blanchard
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest is responsible for paying for all damages. Including but not limited to broken windows, appliances, accessive cleaning, damaged furniture, etc

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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-2023-24-05171557381842669-727

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Big Harbour

Located in Big Harbour, this cottage is by the sea. Kidston Island Lighthouse and Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre and Ross Ferry Provincial Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Big Harbour, NS

What's nearby

  • Gaelic College of Celtic Arts and Crafts - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Kidston Island Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 17 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 17 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 17 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobster Galley - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Flynn's Beaver Cove Foods - ‬69 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 Bdrm Cottage near Baddeck and St. Ann's<br>1 hour to Inverness pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at 3 Bdrm Cottage near Baddeck and St. Ann's<br>1 hour to Inverness ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 Bdrm Cottage near Baddeck and St. Ann's<br>1 hour to Inverness ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3 Bdrm Cottage near Baddeck and St. Ann's<br>1 hour to Inverness located?

This family-friendly Big Harbour cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Bras d'Or Lake and MacAulays Hill Nature Reserve. Otter Island and St. Anns Provincial Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

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

Home Away from Home

Beautiful, very well-appointed home with home-y, colourful, quirky decor. Thoughtful, pleasant, and timely communication from host. No complaints whatsoever. Would happily stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

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

The Perfect Place to Relax After Any Nova Scotia Adventure

My husband and I stayed at Jen's place during the Celtic Colours Festival. It couldn't have been more perfect. Jen is indeed a super host as she was quick to respond to any questions but excellent about allowing her guests their full privacy to thoroughly enjoy the property. The house has lovely decor, comfy couches and chairs, and everything necessary to cook or barbecue at home if you wish. At the same time, it was close to the Cabot Trail and Baddeck making it a great location for adventuring or taking advantage of the local restaurant scene. When we go back to Nova Scotia, Jen's place will absolutely be the place we stay again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

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

Cape Breton Wedding Vacation

We had a wonderful stay at the Roost. It's a beautiful home with every comfort you can think of. It's perfectly located in Cape Breton and I cannot say enough positive things about the owner. She's so responsive, kind and gives great recommendations for the area! We were traveling from the United States to Cape Breton for a wedding with 2 young children and the Roost was perfect for our stay! Thank you so much again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lonna W.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos H.

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

Adorable house with great decor

We loved the property. The garden is gorgeous and we were lucky to catch the Hydrangeas in full bloom. The house’s decor has interior designer touches throughout. It’s very comfortable , the kitchen is fully stocked with cooking tools and indoor or outdoor seating. It’s a bit far from Baddeck but worth the drive. That town is adorable and even has Celtic music. We also caught the annual Festiville event.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

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

Fantastic stay!

We travelled as a family of 4 plus my father, there was plenty of room for all of us and the cottage was well equipped with everything we needed. With its central location, everything was within a short day trip distance of 1 to 1.5hrs including Fortress of Louisbourg, and Cape Breton Highlands National Park. We had a fabulous time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

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

Wonderful stay on Bras D'or Lakes

This is a great property to explore all Cape Breton has to offer. The property was clean and without question has one of the most complete kitchens we've stayed in. We kept windows open when we home allowing for nice breezes. From this base, we rove the Cabot trail, sailed on Bras D'or lakes, kayaked around Baddeck, hiked, ate lots of great food, and experienced local music. Cape Breton has so much to offer and yet remains a relatively uncommercialized, maintaining its' charm and culture. We had a great trip and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lyse T.

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

Very nice and cozy house

Nice, clean and full of beautiful decorations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine M.

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

Grande propriété

Comme mentionné par d'autres évaluateurs, la maison est encore plus belle que sur les photos du site. Nous étions 4 adultes et 1 enfant. Nous avions suffisamment de place. L'endroit est propre. Ce que nous avons vraiment apprécié, c'est qu'il y a beaucoup de vaisselles, donc pratique lorsque nous voulions cuisiner. Le seul bémol est que durant notre séjour, il y a eu des grosses chaleurs, donc sans air climatisé, nous avons eu chaud durant les nuits. Merci Jennifer !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

The Roost didn’t disappoint

My sister and I drove from Montreal together with my two golden retrievers. We all had a great week at The Roost relaxing when ‘at home’ and exploring the area on car and on foot. The girls especially loved swimming at the end of the paved road Jen is a great and extremely responsive host. The house is well stocked and there are always surprise pieces of art wherever you turn. Loved loved loved it and highly recommend as a great spot to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia G.

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

Summer Stay in Big Harbour

What a perfect stop to relax- beautiful setting-loved the gardens- and immaculate living spaces. Owner was very helpful with minor issues and provided great info on how to best navigate Cape Breton. The central location of this property made it possible to visit all the highlights of Cape Breton and return "home" for a relaxing evening. The house is more beautiful than the pictures on the VBRO listing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna R., Hershey, PA, USA

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

Wonderful stay near Baddeck

We loved our
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ina H.

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

Excellent Accomodations

We thoroughly enjoyed your cute comfy home away from home! It was very well stocked, clean, had everything we needed! The itinerary guide was a bonus! Very informative! Our type of place!! Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose S., Meriden, NH

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

The Roost

A very comfortable and convenient home. Very nicely decorated and furnished. We stayed for three days, trying to see as much of Cape Breton and Baddeck as we could. The owner Jen has a great book packed with ideas for your trip! Just a note, the road to Meat Cove is very rough but doable with prudent driving! Lol! It was a great trip and we hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B., Lititz PA USA

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

Trip to Nova Scotia with friends

The property was extremely clean and delightfully decorated. It was a great place to stay to explore Baddeck and the Cabot Trail. We had a wonderful time. The owner was very responsive to any questions we had. We would definitely use this property again for a vacation, it felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

The Roost

Great location and very nice cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Constance M.

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

Wonderful Accommodations and Perfect Location

"The Roost" is a large, clean, well-equiped and charming home located near Baddeck and within an easy drive of everything we wanted to see on this trip, including Fortress Louisbourg. The owner, Jen, was very quick to respond to any questions. I would highly recommend "The Roost" for up to six guests!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Amazing Stay at the Roost

Our family had the most amazing 4 days in Cape Breton using The Roost as our base. The host was amazing and gave us many great recommendations on seeing everything we wanted to see. The cottage itself was in amazing shape and truly felt like a great family home. Would not hesitate to come back if we were going to be in the area or recommend to other friends and family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alysia T.

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

The best!

We loved our stay! Truly the best rental experience I’ve had. The house is even cuter in person- perfectly decorated, beautiful property and view of the lake, SO clean, extremely spacious & comfortable. The kitchen was a pleasure to cook in & had everything we could need. We loved being able to have a relaxed meal sitting out on the deck, enjoying the view. It was very conveniently located for exploring the Cabot Trail over a few days. The closest town, Baddeck was very charming with great food and shopping options. Also the property owner, Jen, is so kind and helpful with amazing recommendations! Again, we loved it and wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olympia L., Red Deer, Alberta CANADA

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

The Roost

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F., San Antonio, TX, USA

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

Great Base for Exploring Cape Breton

We enjoyed our stay at the “Roost“ on Big Harbour road, and its central location, accessible to much of Cape Breton Isle, particularly the Cabot Trail. The house was very clean and well-kept— it felt just like being at home, and we especially appreciated having laundry facilities to clean up after a day of hiking and exploring the area. The kitchen was fully equipped and we liked having the flexibility to eat out, warm up leftovers, or cook a new meal during our stay. Nights were quiet and peaceful, and the curtains allow one to moderate the early morning light as much as one wants. We also appreciated the quick and helpful communication with the hosts during our stay— they were ready to answer our every question, by either email or phone, and they ensured that our stay was both comfortable and relaxing. We would gladly stay there again on future visits to Cape Breton and we recommend it to anyone visiting the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karl H., Kelseyville, California

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

Baddeck near Bell

We stayed in mid-May, just as trees and flowers were emerging. The property was a very comfortable retreat from seasonal chills and wind. The host, Jen, provided extensive and very helpful information on the many attractions of Cape Breton Island, including the wonderful AG Bell museum. The kitchen was thoroughly stocked with everything we needed. I must comment, though, that both the light switches and trash management requirements demanded some careful work to figure out. Our only suggestion would be a request to provide Kleenexes for runny noses (the weather again). Also, we had expected to be "on the water" and to have convenient beach walking from the house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Robert P.

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

Celtic Colours Vacation

Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryjane G.

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

great get away

Very pleased with rental had an issue with water owner responded and issue resolved within the hour.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M.

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

Cape Breton beauty!

Had a wonderful stay at The Roost! Great location for start off point to day tripping around the island. Would recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Blanchard

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We are a family of 4 with 2 young daughters. We live and work in northern Ontario surrounded by wilderness where we spend most of our time outdoors.

Why they chose this property

We visited Cape Breton for the first time in 2015 and fell in love. So much so that we came back as often as possible and we will continue to visit as often as work allows us to run away. We have made many great friends and as lovely as it is to spend time with them we really wanted to have our own place when we came. We searched for the right property for a few years and finally found The ROOST. It is in a perfect location for when we are on holiday and it will be perfect for when we finally retire.

What makes this property unique

Big Harbour Rd is a dead end road and it is really quiet, but still close to town. On our first visit to the house we saw 5 deer and a few bald eagles which we really enjoyed watching.

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