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Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton

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Overlooking private beach on our treed lot
Front of house
Fully equipped kitchen
Kitchen table with sunset view
Living room with Roku tv, movies and X-box

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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St. George’s Channel, NS
  • Bras d'Or Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Dundee Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • River Bourgeois Lighthouse
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Port Hawkesbury, NS (YPS)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Beach Room

1 Queen Bed

Captain’s Room

1 Double Bed

Landlubbers Room

1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton

Our Tigh Beag (little house in Gaelic) invites you to relax and unwind. Enjoy reconnecting with nature and with yourself at our secluded waterfront home on the Bras d’Or lake (the largest inland salt water lake in the world).
Nestled amongst mature trees, our three bedroom house is a short drive to world class golf and within a day’s drive to many of the best seasonal attractions Cape Breton has to offer.
Guests enjoy access to the entire house and over an acre of treed property. Hi speed wifi, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, gas BBQ, washer and dryer, full bathroom as well as an large screen T.V with ROKU, an assortment of DVD movies, video games, books, indoor and outdoor games and an electric fireplace make for a comfortable stay. Our beach is private and peaceful connecting to the house via a rustic path. There is a spot on the beach for fires and a propane fire pit on the deck. We are 30 minutes from grocery/gas so be sure to stop in Port Hawkesbury or St.Peters for supplies on your way.
The house is small and caters to couples or small families. NON-SHEDDING dogs will be considered on a case by case basis. We are located in St. George’s Channel, half way between St. Peter’s and Port Hawkesbury. We are 5 miles from the Dundee Golf Course and less than10 miles from a Provincial Park boat launch. Fishing Booking names the Bras d’Or lake as a golden ticket to both freshwater and saltwater fishing adventures. As well, we are within a day’s round trip drive to The Fortress Louisbourg, Miners Museum, Highland Village, Cabot Links Golf, Alexander Graham Bell Museum, Gaelic College, Glenora Distillery, local vineyards, and many other attractions. The Cabot Trail is also accessible and can be driven round trip within a day if you get an early start.
Celtic Colours is one of many music festivals that takes place on the island, and we are perfectly situated for easy access to the many venues.
There is a lot to see and do in Cape Breton. We are a great stopping point as well for folks heading on to Newfoundland via North Sydney if they chose the scenic route 4.

Property manager

Sandy and John
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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)
Extra cleaning/damage will be at guests expense.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties or events. Not to be used for hunting related trips.
Quiet voices before 8:00a.m and after 9:00p.m
Unregistered guests will be charged 350$ each per night

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 STR2425B2725

About the area

St. Georges Channel

Located in St. Georges Channel, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cape George Harbour Lighthouse and River Bourgeois Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Dundee Resort & Golf Club and St. Peters Marina. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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St. George’s Channel, NS

What's nearby

  • Bras d'Or Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dundee Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • River Bourgeois Lighthouse - 33 min drive - 21.8 km
  • St. Peters Marina - 35 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre - 36 min drive - 32.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪MacRae's Restaurant Pub & Patio - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Writer’s Retreat. Secluded Waterfront Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Bras d'Or Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Dundee Resort & Golf Club and Buchanan Lake. Shoal Lake and Third Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
The place is good, and we had a good time in the area. The place is not right on the beach--it is about a 200 meter walk through the woods. The house is pretty remote, which can be a good thing, but every place we wanted to visit is at least an hour drive away. We did a lot of driving and spent a lot on gas. We wish we had stayed in Baddeck.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved everything. It had everything you could possibly want or need. The path to the lake could use some lighting. Otherwise it is an amazing place to unwind and decompress. We definitely want to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faye D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peacefully Bliss
The cottage is very comfortable and well equipped for all your needs. We brought our own groceries and enjoyed bbqing and sitting on the deck. The private path to the beach was such a pleasant addition. Great cell service and lots of movies and games to pass the time. Close to St Peter's and Marble Mountain to see the scenery. Enjoyed 5 evenings of beautiful sunsets. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation
After a VERY minor glitch with the alarm system we settled in to this lovely and extremely comfortable home. Everything we needed was there, from kitchen utensils to squirrels and deer to the most amazing sunset! Even a day of rain was not an issue. It was perfect for hot chocolate and curling up with a good book. The only thing that would have made it better would have been more time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Out first Nova Scotia visit
The cottage was excellent and very comfortable. We enjoyed our time there and needed nothing. Hope to come back again and see the fall foliage. Thanks for sharing your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stan Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little quiet home.
We chose this location by proximity to the lake. It was clean and well appointed and did not disappoint (other than we didn’t catch any fish). Home was well stocked with necessity item including cookware which was important for us as we cooked our own meals. It also had dishwasher and detergent along with washer and dryer and laundry soap. It was a quiet peaceful location and I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
What a wonderful week! The cottage is so cozy with all the conveniences one could want. A beautiful location and magical path to the lake. Such peace and tranquility. My only regret is I didn’t get to stay longer! I’ll be booking again for next year and won’t make the same mistake :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet spot
We stayed there while fishing so we were gone early and back late but its a beautiful spot. With every thing you need for a perfect vacation stay. Dundee just down the road with a beautiful beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Maria Elisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot.
This is a lovely cottage fully equipped with everything you need. The path down to the water is magical and the scenery is breathtaking.The only reason that I did not give it 5 stars is because we had a difficult time finding food when we arrived. The nearest market is 25 minutes away. If you come prepared with provisions you are all set for a wonderful time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sandy and John

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We are travellers who understand the comfort of staying in a home based environment while you explore the culture of the area.

Why they chose this property

This property has been in our family for generations. It is centrally located in Cape Breton, has lovely views and is within a day’s drive to many outstanding attractions.

What makes this property unique

Peaceful and remote. A perfect place to disconnect, unwind and get away from the noise of life.

Languages:

English, French

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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