Cape Breton Island Cabin Rental Overview
42314 Cabot Trail (route 19)
Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada
2 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms Sleeps 8
Property Size: 800 sq. ft. sqft.
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Pets are Allowed
No Smoking Allowed
Wheelchair Accessible
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Vacation Rental Description
The cottage is tucked in the woods just off the Cabot Trail at Wreck Cove on Cape Breton Island. You will sleep right on the "Cabot Trail" in the shadow of the Cape Breton Highlands. We're located on a 29 acre oceanfront lot with our own walking trails to the Highlands and the Sea.
The Cottage is a fully equipped 'home away from home', suitable for a 1 day or a month stay, complete with all the creature comforts, from linens and cleaning supplies to microwaves, coffeemakers, electric stoves and fridges , to 4 piece bath, electric heat and fans and wood stove type fireplace, (firewood is supplied free). From your veranda, you can hike to the mountains or the sea, cross country ski, beach comb, snowshoe, skidoo and enjoy our great outdoors.We are centrally located for the scenery and activities that people love to do and see on Cape Breton Island. Your host, Mike, runs fun 1/2 and full day sea kayak tours out of South Harbour Ingonish and guests get a 20% discount. No Smoking. Pets are permitted,(please note pets when booking). Handicap accessible.
Property Resources
http://CapeBretonsNatureCoast.com
Vacation Rental Rates Information ()
Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
 Weekly Rates from $693
Additional Rate Information
Daily $99.00
Vacation Rental Policies
| Payment Options: Cash, Mastercard, Visa. |
| Check In: 3 P.M. |
| Check Out: 10 A.M. |
| Required Stay: 1 night |
| Deposits: Working Credit Card to secure |
| Lodging Tax: 13% combined Provincial/Federal Tax. |
| Cancellation Policy: Must cancel at least 7 days in advance for any refund on card the exception is if we rent the cottage those nights are not charged to customer. |
| Other Fees: None |
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Other Availability
Cabin Rentals in Wreck Cove - Year Round
Property Amenities
Furnishings/Luxuries Balcony | Beach Access | Beach Chairs | | Ceiling Fan(s) | Deck | Fireplace | | Heating | Lake View | Linens Provided | | Mountain View | Water Front | Wood Floors | | Wood Stove |
Appliances| Coffee Maker | Dryer | Filtered Water/Ice | | Full Refrigerator | Grill/BBQ | Microwave | | Stove | Toaster | Washer | |
Electronics| Alarm Clock | CD Player | Computer | | DVD Player | Internet Access | TV | | VCR |
Recreation/Activities| Adventure Packages | Biking Nearby | Canoeing Nearby | | Cross-Country Ski Trails | Deep Sea Fishing | Fishing Nearby | | Golf Nearby | Hiking Nearby | Honeymoon | | Hunting Nearby | Kayaking | Mountain Biking | | Restaurant Nearby | Shopping | Snowmobiling | | State/National Park Nearby | Swimming |
Other Unlisted Amenities
Nearest airport - Sydney Nova Scotia (YQY) at 60 Miles
2 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 8 people
Bedroom - 2 Double, 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon
Bedroom - 4 Double
The Cabin sleeps 6 people in double beds and sometimes a foam mattress can make a nest for kids or extra guests in one of the bedrooms.
Property Activities
The Cottage is tucked in the Woods on the Cabot Trail and is very close to all the activities that people love to do here on Cape Breton Island. The Cabot Trail is one of the most beautiful places on earth and has all the amenities that visitors from all over the world love so much.
Sea kayak and snowshoe tours, campfires
First spend a nice relaxing day right here on the property moving into your cabin and roaming the trails of our 30 acre Oceanside property, beachcomb a bit and relax by the shore.
Spend a leisurely day driving the Cabot Trail to Meat Cove (the garrisons from Fortress Louisbourg would go there to hunt moose and caribou for their winters meat), you'll probably sleep in anyway, so have a nice relaxing breakfast and then start driving north, stopping every now and then to enjoy a lookoff or a short walk. Plan for lunch in Neils Harbour at the Sea View or the Chowder house real good local seafood). Continue along that scenic route until you come to the road down to White Point, drive right down and leave your car at a little pull off place about 100 meters past the wharf, parking there keeps you out of the way of the fishermen. Now walk out the trail in front of you, right out to the tip of White Point. When you get out near the end you will see a small graveyard, it's where shipwrecked sailors are buried, the little knoll there is a great place to sit and think about absolutely nothing at all. Walk back to the car and continue on north to Meat Cove (remember to veer right at Cape North) Where the Campground is, is the most northerly settlement in Nova Scotia, have a look at that outermost campsite. Now jump in the car and head back South about 15 K to Cabot Landing, spend as much time as you can strolling along this spectacular beach with it's million dollar view of the mountains, have a picnic there or stop at any of the neat little restaurants on the way back to the cabins.
Take a morning or full day Sea kayaking tour with Cape Breton Seacoast adventures based right here (20% discount for our guests) when the tour comes in have a nice relaxing meal at the wonderful little Takeout right across the street called the Muddy Rudder {good food, and lots of it, at low prices}. If it's running, take the chair lift to the top of the mountain at Ski Cape Smokey and when you come down, drive over to Ingonish and laze on the salt or fresh water beach, or take a walk out to middle Head. Now go splurge and have a Lobster Supper or buy some and bring em back to the cabin or the beach nearby and cook-em-up.
When you get up, if you have bikes, take a nice ride North to Smokey Mountain and then peddle all the way up it, come on you can do it, if your bikes are mountain bikes turn left at the summit and go up the road by the pit to the "real" summit, and when you get there go right up to the tower on your right, for a super wrap around view. If your bikes are more street type, turn right and go out to the picnic park, if you can sit there for a half hour or so, you will leave any problems that are vexing your soul there when you head back down the mountain, it's OK they'll just blow off out into sea. The Trip back to the Cabins is almost all down hill. Go grab one of those lobster sandwiches over at the Wreck Cove General Store and kick your feet up for an hour or two. In the afternoon head south on yer bikes and about 10K down the Cabot Trail is the road down to Little River Shore, (only Paved Road that goes off to the left) Here you'll find a working fishing village where the fishermen catch those delicious lobster. There's also a nice little museum that shows a bit of the history of fishing in our area. If you go over just South of the breakwater you will find a cozy little beach, just great to catch some rays, or have a NickNick (what my oldest daughter used to call a picnic) If you don't feel like cooking supper when you get back then turn left when you drive back to the Cabot Trail and go about 5K South to the Clucking Hen, if your staying for a few days with us at the cabins you will be returning here lots, not only for the food but to take home their scrumptious baked stuff. In the evening take a drive up into the Highlands on the Wreck Cove Road, almost directly across from the entrance to the cabins. You can watch the sunset over the highland lakes or drive out to Surge Lake for another ocean viewscape.
Get up bright and early today (somewhere between 9 and 10 A.M.) and pack a nice big lunch and cold drinks and take a hike up Wreck Cove River Valley, past the huge sugar maple bush to the very top of this magnificent mountain valley then follow the dirt road along Wreck Cove Lake and back out to Surge lake, now along the dams to the very edge of the escarpment, if you walk out to the tower you will be looking out over your Cabins almost 1100 feet below, and on to Bird Islands, and the grand old North Atlantic beyond. Again you saved the best for last, there's a lovely trail heading back down to the Cabins ***Note when you come back out the road from the tower, don't go up that little road to the dam but veer left and down the path. When you get back cook up lots of Kraft Dinner relax and kick your feet up in front of the TV or the Campfire ……you've earned your rest.
Although you are sleeping right in the shadow of the Cape Breton Highlands, you are surprisingly close to a lot of attractions around Cape Breton Island. It's only just over an hour drive to Sydney to do some shopping or drop a few loonies into the old slot machines at the Sheriton Casino (who knows you might hit the jackpot and win enough to pay for your trip). You may want to go for a tour of an old time coal mine where you'll get to talk with the some of the original miners who do the tours, or you might want to head directly for the Fortress of Louisbourg, You should allow about 4-5 hours for this tour, (this is the largest historical reconstruction in North America). Have Dinner or Supper at the Fortress but don't expect "Haute Cuisine" because the food is exactly the same as it was in 1748. Buy some bread from the bakery it's really made from scratch and I'll bet it doesn't make it home in one piece, oh and by the way don't drop it on your foot, I'm not saying it's hefty but it could involve broken bones. The Grub Stake in Louisbourg (town) has real good food or try the Peking Restaurant on Charlotte St. in Sydney (authentic Chinese food). Then check and see if there's any concerts or activities down on the boardwalk. Come on home then, and have a real good sleep, g'night.
If you enjoy trout fishing get up real early in the morning and head up the Wreck Cove Road to the Highland lakes that make up the water supply for the Wreck Cove Hydro Project , here you'll find some of the best trout fishing in Nova Scotia and no bugs, ah... just kidding about the bugs but a little DEET will take care of that, if you bribe Mike with food he might tell you where his spots are. For some real fun fishing head down to the Ferry at Englishtown and try out some of those big heavy lures and catch some mackerel , fillet them right down there and when you fry up those fillets and have them for supper you-will- have-lived. If you sleep in (later than 6 AM) then take a drive up to Ingonish and plan for a Whale watching adventure on one of those sturdy Atlantic fishing boats or see Whales by Sail with Sea Visions. In the afternoon enjoy the sights and attractions of Ingonish Beach or take a nice hike up Franey or along the Clyburn Trail, way back up to where the old gold mine was.
Testimonials
Date Rating Comment [Guest Comments: 9 positive, 0 negative]
02/24/10 Positive mike,had a wonderful stay. 3 nights moose hunting. got one on the 2nd day.you couldn't do enough for us and we really appreciate the hospitality. very nice place you have there. hope to see you again this fall so we can ''bag'' another big one.
mark,linden,yvonne,marcel,gisell
Homeowner Response:
Always fun when the Moose Hunt Folks come to visit. Thanks for the nice thoughts.
09/24/08 Positive Mike , we thoroughly enjoyed our 1 nite stay in cabin 3. It wasn't long enough, but our time was limited. We also would like to thank you for welcoming our 3 Scottish Deerhounds ; not everyone would do that . Nice trails for them to run along , and they particularly enjoyed the beach . I think I heard your poor cat cheering as we drove away !
We look forward to a return visit .
Thanks
Don and Kim Stewart
Don and Kim Stewart, Brampton Ontario
05/05/08 Positive Your place was perfect for 4 old, I mean long term, friends to spend a weekend together. Great friends, food, & fun in your comfy cabin. We loved having Miss Priss visit us and the walk she guided us on to the ocean and along the river was tremendous. Thanks again.
Marion
Homeowner Response:
Thanks for the comment, and Miss Priss said she enjoyed your visit too.
03/07/07 Positive Hey Mike,
Just wanted to say thanks for the awesome cabin! We had a blast. You've a fantastic set up! Everyone should go to Cape Breton in the winter! It's a winter wonderland. I recommend your place highly! Go to Cape Breton, and stay here! Love your kitty! Say hey for us.
Devan Archibald, New Town, NS
01/09/07 Positive Mike:
Roger, Dawn & I had a blast. Our seafood supper was unbelievable. You really do have a beautiful spot there and the hospitality was exceptional. It was real neat listening to all the "old time" stories. Next time we make it home, you are definately on our list of places to go! We highly recommend that anyone visiting the Cabot Trail spend some of their time with you. Thank you sooo much for everything.
Valerie DeVries (McAdoo), Edmonton, Alberta
Homeowner Response:
Hi Valerie and that is one of the nice things about a smaller property like ours, being able to sit around the old campfire and chat and have fun. Good memories from your visit....... Mike
08/02/06 Positive You have a wonderful treasure on earth. Thank you for sharing it with us. We agreed that Cape Breton was the most beautiful of all of Nova Scotia. The campfires, stories, stars and 4 way cribbage will be some wonderful memories that we will treasure.
Thanks again Kristina, Adrianne and Melanie.
Kristina, Tampa, FL
813-264-9122
07/29/06 Positive Thank you for another wonderful visit, we have stayed at your cabins several times and have never been disapointed.....we look forward to our next visit, thanks again!!!!!
Frank & Theresa McCready
Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia
Frank & Theresa McCready, Sydney Mines Nova Scotia
07/29/06 Positive Your place is awsome!!! We really enjoyed staying there, the kids loved hiking through the woods and down to the water, Never in my life have i seen stars as beautiful as the ones i saw there Thanks!!!!!
Pat McCready & Patsie Woodfine, Sydney Mines Nova Scotia
06/18/06 Positive 10 of my best friends and I came up to the cabins on the off season and they were the best thing that we have done to date. Great for young people. Lots of places to go walking. Beautiful look out on the ocean by the cliffs. I took many pictures and if you want to see them then email me.
If you want to go, you should take a look. I think you'll agree it is the best place to go and have a family outting as well as just get away with that special someone. The owner Mike is the most knowledgable person of the area and can tell you where to go if you are bored. Thanks Mike for a great time, We'll DEFINITELY be back ;)!
Ian Gouthro, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia
902-849-7638
04/24/06 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
To Mike Crimp and family.
Just wanted to say thanks for 2 enjoyable days at your cabins, and for the great hospitality of you and your friends, at the potluck supper at Otis' house.Hope to see you all again some day it's a beautiful place you live in...........Thank You
Mike McAlonie & Wendy Holtzan, the New Yorkers in April.
Mike & Wendy.
the New Yorkers, in April
04/24/06 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Here's the key and some change the Gnomes left. (see things to do nearby "Magic Places", on our web site) We also thought you might enjoy these home made cookies.
Thanks again for everything ! it was wonderful. We'll send you the story tape, by the way we saw that big eagle this morning, almost landed on the pourch it was so close.
Thanks again : Carol, Marsha,Careson and Bill Wright.
P.S. took a last walk down to the ocean this morning and saw a seal, no whales though, we'll see them next time we're here. (Written on a piece of paper towl)
Carol, Marsha, Carison, and Bill
04/24/06 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Here's the key and some change the Gnomes left. (see things to do nearby "Magic Places", on our web site) We also thought you might enjoy these home made cookies.
Thanks again for everything ! it was wonderful. We'll send you the story tape, by the way we saw that big eagle this morning, almost landed on the pourch it was so close.
Thanks again : Carol, Marsha,Careson and Bill Wright.
P.S. took a last walk down to the ocean this morning and saw a seal, no whales though, we'll see them next time we're here. (Written on a piece of paper towl)
Carol, Marsha, Carison, and Bill
04/24/06 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We took your advice on the Trails,
Our son also enjoyed the Whale Interprative center in Pleasent Bay. We left butter in the fridge if you want it.
The Noseworthies
Holten Maine
11/20/02 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Mike
Thank You!
We enjoyed the place very much & hope to come again
Have a good summer
Heather and Steve
Heather and Steve
Hamlet U.S.A.
11/20/02 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Mike
The Place is Great.
Thanks.
Marianne Dixon
New Brunswick
Marianne Dickson
New Brunswick
11/20/02 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Mike
Thank you very much! All the comforts of home. We had a great time & will be back again, sometime when the weather isn't quite so rainy.
Derek and Carol Ann Rolls
Derek & Carol Ann Rolls
11/20/02 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Loved the cabin - enjoyed our stay and all the stories. Was wonderful to see someone from my childhood and to reminisce (sp.) We seem to forget way back then. But things come back with a little push. Gwen
Gwen Manning
Moncton N.B.
11/20/02 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We enjoyed our visit and found the cabins very clean.
Hope to see you again. The Swim's
The Swim's
Atlanta
11/20/02 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dear Mike
We really enjoyed our stay.
Too bad it wasn't longer.
Hope to see you again
Cheryl & Mary Ellen
Cheryl and Mary Ellen
N.A.
11/20/02 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dear Mike
We just wanted to say thanks for the awsome time we had! The cabin was perfect , the campfire and star gasing superb! We've enjoyed our week here , getting to know Cape Breton and seeing all that we could ! We'll definatly do our best to come back and to recomend the area to others.
Thanks again
Andrew and Jannette
P.S. I couldn't get the oven to work, don't know if it was just me or not. (It was that little timer switch thing had to go back a click.... Mike)
Andrew and Janette Mullan
NYC
11/20/02 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We had a great time.
Your Cabins are beautiful.
Hope to see you again soon.
Paul and Cathy Doyle
Paul and Cathy Doyle
New Waterford N.S.
11/20/02 N/A Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Hello
Very fine
Thank you
Marie-Therese
Marie-Therese
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