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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Jamesville, NS
  • Bras d'Or Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Highland Village Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower Level - Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Lower Level - Bedroom 2.

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Main Level - Bedroom 2.

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Main Level - Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Main Level

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

Bathroom 2 - Lower Level

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful location for one or more families to relax. 4 BR 2 Bath Pet Friendly

Welcome to our stunning 4-bedroom walkout property, nestled on 5 acres of serene land adjacent to the Beach House (VRBO #507807). This spacious home is perfect for large families, two separate families, or a family with parents, offering both togetherness and privacy.

Property Highlights:
• Two Levels: The property features two self-contained units, each with its own kitchen, living room, bathroom, washer/dryer, BBQ, patio, and fire pit. The Upper Level and Ground Level are connected by stairs or accessible via separate entries.
• Bedrooms: The upper-level bedrooms include a king and single bed in BR#1, and a queen and single bed in BR#2. The lower-level bedrooms each have a queen and single bed.

Amenities:
• Both levels are equipped with full bathrooms, kitchens, dining rooms, living rooms, appliances (including dishwashers), and Smart TVs with Netflix, Prime, and other apps. Each level offers approximately 1000 square feet of living space.

Outdoor Spaces:
• The upper level boasts a wrap-around deck with 500 square feet of deck space, including a 160 square feet screened-in room perfect for enjoying the sun until sunset. The ground level offers beautiful views and a seating area under the upper-level deck.

Spectacular Views and Location:
• Enjoy breathtaking views of the Bras d'Or Lakes from both levels, morning and night.
• Access to two beautiful beaches on the pristine Bras d'Or Lakes.
• Use this location as your central spot for exploring Cape Breton, with activities such as sightseeing, golf, swimming, music festivals, and entertainment.

Nearby Attractions:
• Minutes drive to the Highland Village Museum and Iona Heights Inn with dining options.
• Within driving range to several world-class golf courses, including Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs (Inverness), Highland Links (Ingonish), Bell Bay (Baddeck), and The Lakes (Ben Eon).
• Take day trips to Sydney/Louisburg, Baddeck, Ingonish Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail, Whycogomagh, and Iona, or simply enjoy the privacy and tranquility of this amazing spot.

Cancellation Policy:
• A minimum of 120 days' notice from the arrival date is required for a full refund of payment(s).
• If a cancellation notice is received between 60 and 120 days from the arrival date, a 50% refund will be provided.
• Rental payment will be forfeited if cancellation is within 60 days of arrival.

Property manager

Kevin MacNeil
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest to provide an overview/make-up of rental party and purpose of the trip before/during booking. Use 'Message Host' field below or previous page.
By booking the property, guests have read and agreed to the rental agreement terms. If unable to download Agreement, notify the owner in message.
Cancellation Refund: Days notice required before arrival/ %refund: +120 days - 100%. Within 120 to 60 days - 50%. Less than 60 days – 0%

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 RYA-2023-24-04260804288103048-432

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Jamesville

Located in Jamesville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Orangedale Railway Station Museum and Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Highland Village Museum and Gillis Point Lighthouse.
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Jamesville, NS

What's nearby

  • Bras d'Or Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Highland Village Museum - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 40 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 41 min drive - 48.2 km
  • Cabot Links - 74 min drive - 71.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Frolic and Folk Pub & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wheelhouse Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Darby's Old Church Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grand Narrows Waterfront Development Society - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful location for one or more families to relax. 4 BR 2 Bath Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Beautiful location for one or more families to relax. 4 BR 2 Bath Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful location for one or more families to relax. 4 BR 2 Bath Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful location for one or more families to relax. 4 BR 2 Bath Pet Friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Bras d'Or Lake and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Highland Village Museum. Iona Port Beach and Gillis Point Lighthouse are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Audrey B.

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

Quiet, clean, and convenient

Great location on a quiet side road. House and property as described. Host very responsive and thoughtful. 10/10 we will stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oleg K.

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

Good Place to Be

Very good cottage and clean! Spectacular view
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philippe C.

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

Great spot to discover Cape Breton

The house is well located in Cape Breton for day trips to do the Cabot Trail and go discover Baddeck, Louisbourg, Sydney and many other nice areas. We were 7, using both floors, and the setup was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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

Amazing property in a wonderful location!

We loved our stay in Cape Breton and Kevin's property was exactly what we needed to accommodate extended family, a 1 year old and our dogs. The location was beautiful with a lot of things to do and see nearby!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence C G.

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

See review on Beach House

Rented both lobster house and beach house together for large family week. See detailed review on beach house. Great time in fantastic house fully equipped (and more!).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We really enjoyed ourselves and the location. Kids especially appreciated the easy beach access and went down every day. Adults loved the beaches too and those lake views! Host is very responsive and easy to work with. House is well-appointed and has plenty of towels, toilet paper, paper towels, laundry soap, and filtered water. The drinking water setup might be difficult if you’re mobility challenged (have to lift 5 gallon jugs to the counter and use a pump). Overall a lovely location and wonderful time!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Bras’dor experience

Wonderful home that is a great location to explore Cape Breton. Some local food venues in Iona. Close to Baddeck. Great views. Cabot trail, and Louis burg easy day trips. As for the views and the house location, absolutely stunning, as if you were seeing Alexander Graham Bells Views of the lake! The house was easy, clean, and setup in a smart layout.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

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

Fishing & Exploring with Family

Squeaky clean property with an amazing view on a quiet street. Our group of five loved the home’s layout - places to be quiet, places to gather, and TWO kitchens equipped extremely well. Kevin’s home is very welcoming and we all highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenn M.

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

One of the best places we’ve stayed at!

Beautiful location and perfect amount of room for our two families of four. Owner was very pleasant and super helpful with any questions we had. We would 1000% stay here again! The two practically private beaches were close and beautiful. We saw some amazing wildlife including eagles and jellyfish! The sea glass has made such a great souvenir :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

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

Couldn’t be any better

The Lobster House was one of the best places we have ever stayed. We had both units for our 3 day weekend and everyone was happy with the spacious layout, amenities and the most beautiful views. We can honestly say this place was perfect for us. Kevin is a top notch host and was always super responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

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

Lobster House Family Reunion

Our family planned a reunion in Cape Breton (one of our kids live there). The Lobster House was the perfect venue with lots of space for everyone to hang out and roam around. Our host Kevin was amazing! It was our first time renting through Vrbo and it was a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B., Antrim

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

A little piece of beauty and tranquility

This house is the perfect location to use as a base to travel throughout Cape Breton. It is well equipped, comfortable and has unbeatable views! Perfect place to unwind at the end of a day out with a great deck and sun porch with views of both the sunset and the sunrise. We loved it! Thank you Kevin!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

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

Great location for a large group, with lovely view

This is a very comfortable home with many sleeping options suitable for a large group. It was super clean, well-organized kitchen and bathrooms, beds are large and comfortable, the deck has a lovely view and large lawn looking over Bras d'Or Lake. Lake access is a challenge and it was super buggy when we were there so we swam only once. There are many restaurants, beaches, hikes and cultural amenities that we enjoyed, but everything required a drive a drive of 1-1.5 hours. Our host Kevin was very attentive and quick with communication. Overall it was a great visit and we will stay here again if we're in the region. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Motorcycle trip to Nova Scotia

When we return to Nova Scotia. My group will be staying at Kevin's house again. What a wonderful sun rise and sun set and the view is so beautiful. Kevin will make sure you have everything you need for the week and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Amazing!

Beautiful property. Amazing view. Very clean. Well stocked. Spacious. Easy check in and check out process. Kevin was very helpful, informative and on top of things. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lianne C.

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

Great stay!

We rented both top and bottom places. Lots of room for our family. Kevin was attentive to any issues we encountered. Kitchen had everything we needed- knives could use a sharpening, laundry was a bonus, location is beautiful. Alot of driving throughout Cape Breton if you plan to explore the sights, however the cottage is very comfortable for relaxing and staying put. The view of Bras dor lake is exceptional!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C., Melrose

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

Cute house on quiet stretch of Lake Bras d’Or

Clean, well-appointed house which worked well for 6 adults celebrating a college reunion. The location is a bit remote (an hour from Baddeck and 1 3/4 hours from Cheticamp) but worth it. the sunrises and sunsets were gorgeous. Owner very responsive and aided with some simple problems immediately. Very clean. Comfortable beds. Great sleeping porch was bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

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

Beautiful views

Despite not having ideal weather (hurricane Lee), we had a fantastic stay at the Lobster House. We had the entire property which worked well for my family. The upper-level screened porch was our favorite with panoramic views. The place was clean, Kevin was easy to communicate with, and did I mention the views? Looking east we saw the sunrise and looking west, the sunset over the Bras d'Or Lake. With family in the area, we will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Golf GetAway

Seven us stayed in the Upper and Lower cottage for 7 nights. We were within an hours drive to golf which included Cabot Cliffs and The Nest, Bell Bay, Dundee and the The Lakes of Ben Eion. One group toured the spectacular Cabot Trail. The cottage had more than ample space for the seven of us with all the amenities of home. The view of the lake was spectacular and a short walk to the beach provided some added enjoyment following golf. The host Kevin provided very detailed directions and information. Our stay at Lobster House was truly enjoyable..
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah T., MISSISSAUGA

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

Fantastic accomodations for a larger group

We had a great time at the Lobster House! There was enough room for 3 generations of our extended family and the kids even had their own place they could retreat to. The sunroom was a terrific place to sit in and read, especially during a rainy day. The view across the lake, in any weather, is unbeatable! Kevin is a fantastic host, very responsive! And the information he provided in advance of check-in was so very helpful. Pantry supplies (foil, parchment paper, plastic wrap, coffee filters, salt/pepper, etc) and plentiful towels were much appreciated! Thank you for your hospitality!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Cape Breton Island Exploration

We had never been to CBI and it’s remoteness and beauty were all we imagined. The Lobster House provided a fabulous base to return to after a day of exploration - VERY well equipped, VERY comfortable, spectacular view. We were only sorry that our trip was cut short by Hurricane Ian, causing us to depart for the mainland to get out of harms way ahead of the impending storm. We hope to return someday (this was the culmination of a 4000 mile two week road trip) during the summer months and would definitely make Lobster House our home away from home once again. Kevin, thanks for being a responsive and responsible host, we hope you weathered the storm!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti M., Canada

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

Lobster House-A Slice of Heaven

We were 3 families with a total of 10 people which included 4 kids 2-8 years old. We had the upper and lower units which both were well equipped. The kids had a great time flying kites and going down the tracks to the beach. The water was clear and not cold. We made trips to the Cabot Trail, Baddeck, Bird Island and the Hyland Village in Iona. Kevin was a great host and available if we needed anything. Same last name but not a relative…that we know of. Highly recommend! We made lifetime memories.❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

GLEN H.

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

Exceptional

Rented upstairs and downstairs with family (8 adults) for 3 nights in September. It was our anchor point to explore Cape Breton. The house is big, clean, comfortable, and very accommodating. We cooked 2 nights in the excellent upstairs kitchen, enjoyed walks on the pebble beach, and were generally overwhelmed with the views and serenity. The downstairs kitchen looked nice too but we didn't use it. Upstairs has the outside view deck and a wonderful screened porch where we spent much of our time. When walking to the lake, pay attention to Kevin's advice regarding mosquito repellent. And try to catch a trad session at the Folic'n Folk pub less than 10 minutes away. We all agreed that it was a very enjoyable and memorable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean J.

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

Beautiful!

We had 7 adults, a 2 year old and 2 infants in our group and stayed for a week. We rented the full house both upstairs and downstairs and had plenty of room for everyone without feeling crowded. The property is exactly as described, clean and modern with everything we needed. The views of Bras d’Or were breathtaking. There is a small beach within a 5 minute walk and another a short drive up the road. Beautiful night skies and we had an excellent view of the super moon! There was recent wet weather so mosquito repellent was a must for outdoors especially in the evening but that is to be expected at a rural property. Kevin is wonderful to deal with and was so fast to respond the few times we needed to contact him. Cannot say enough about how responsive and helpful he was. We would all highly recommend and hope to return to this beautiful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irka C., Toronto Canada

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

Stunningly beautiful property. Pictures cannot do it justice.

Cannot say enough good things about our stay at the Lobster House. We were pleasantly surprised when we got there. The views were stunningly beautiful and the lobster house itself was more than we expected. Everything was pristine and nicely finished. We had never stayed at a vacation property where everything was provided for us. Usually we have to rush out to get a few essentials and make do with what is provided. Not so here. Communication with the owner Kevin was excellent. He was very responsive to all our questions. He suggested that we do a big shop in Antigonish if we needed groceries. Thank you so much for that advice; it was very helpful. He also suggested a few great restaurants. I would add the Red Shoe Cafe in Mabou owned by the Rankins (about 50 minutes away) to the list if you have time. Fabulous food and atmosphere. All in all, we had a great time and would not hesitate to recommend this property to our friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

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