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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cleveland, NS
  • Walkers Island
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • MacMillan Lakes
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Port Hawkesbury, NS (YPS)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

DIRECTLY BY THE SEA with fantastic panoramic views and private beach + jetty

This house is also listed on Homeaway and machine translated. Different prices result from different commissions and currency conversions. Search directly here:
The Bluenose House offers an overwhelming panoramic view to the south of the sparkling sea and the offshore islands. Several generations, couples, water sports enthusiasts will enjoy the tranquility and the view of the protective islands. Not a single building or wind turbine disturbs the view of the landscape protection area.
A staircase leads from the Bluenose house directly to the private fine pebble beach on a small footbridge for the kayaks or to the sandy beach of the house Yellownose.
Both houses can be rented from June to December for approx. 165 euros per day with 4 people (max. 6) in the low season from approx. 110 euros, plus final cleaning and 15% tax. Both non-smoking houses are built according to European standards (additional 220V sockets) and biologically allergy-friendly.

We have traveled for years, sailed more than 10,000 miles from the Mediterranean through the Caribbean and Bermuda to our new home in Canada and saw beautiful islands along the way. But Cape Breton's natural unspoilt beauty has surpassed it all. In 15 years we have seen nothing more beautiful from water and land than this magical place. Hundreds of enthusiastic guest book entries document on our website that our guests also feel the incomparable specialty of this location. Since we immigrated in 2012, we can undertake sailing or fishing trips in your language and give the best tips if desired.
In Continental U. S. and Canada, Cape Breton was named the No. 1 top island in the renowned travel magazine “Travel & Leisure” in 2011, the third most beautiful island in the world and in 2014 one of the 10 most romantic islands in the world.
No house, no power line, nothing disturbs the breathtaking panoramic view from the Bluenose House. Occasionally, friendly lobster fishermen greet with an Irish, French accent and tell of their immigrant, sometimes German ancestors. Supermarkets and hospital can be reached in a few minutes. We like to go to the nearby wonderfully protected bays with our fishing boat and show our guests the magic of the forests and coasts from the sea, see eagles, seals, hummingbirds, often also whales, and enjoy the fish we have caught ourselves.

The light is more intense here than anywhere else in the world, the colors are more brilliant, you have to let Nova Scotia work its magic on you. The coasts are deeply cut with countless bays and fjords. The island of Cape Breton in the northeast with the Bras d`Or Lake (twice the size of Lake Constance) offers crystal-clear water and excellent fishing opportunities. People love their traditions. Scottish bagpipe or Irish fiddle music is played on every occasion. There are Scottish highland festivals and tap courses. The French Akadiers are happy about a "Bon Jour", but they all speak English.

Nova Scotia is different. Special, very lovable, wild and lovely at the same time. The landscape is often compared to the Scandinavian countries, slightly mountainous, green, crossed by lakes and large forest areas with elk, bear and lynx. Nova Scotia is on the same level as Bordeaux (45. Latitude), which probably explains the warm summers. The int. Airport Halifax is e.g. B. from Frankfurt with Condor in 6-7 hours directly and from there it goes on with intercity buses or rental cars 3 hours relaxed to the houses.

Property manager

Bob

Languages

English, French, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number STR2425A0359

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Walkerville

Located in Walkerville, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at River Inhabitants Nature Reserve and Lennox Passage Provincial Park, while Port Hasting Museum and Port Hastings Historical Society Museum and Archives are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Cleveland, NS

What's nearby

  • Bras d'Or Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Walkers Island - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • MacMillan Lakes - 19 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre - 21 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Dundee Golf Club - 33 min drive - 29.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Tap & Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪China King Family Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Papa's Pub and Eatery - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Barykin Cafe & Bakery - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is DIRECTLY BY THE SEA with fantastic panoramic views and private beach + jetty pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at DIRECTLY BY THE SEA with fantastic panoramic views and private beach + jetty?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DIRECTLY BY THE SEA with fantastic panoramic views and private beach + jetty?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is DIRECTLY BY THE SEA with fantastic panoramic views and private beach + jetty located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bras d'Or Lake and Walkers Island. Whites Lake and Moosehorn Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jack M., Fergus, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
The property was beautifully situated with a beautiful view of the water and within driving distance of Cabot Trail and Fort Louisbourg. The house contained totally everything we needed. The only criticisms are the taste of the water (there was a large bottle of pure water), the single shower (bit of an organization for 4 older adults), and the stairs to the beach (still storm damaged so the ladies were unable to get to the beach). Overall we had a wonderful stay. 👍👍 Also enjoyed the wood fireplace. 🔥 Thank you Bob!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to get away from it all.
We had a great time. We loved the fact that it is so secluded. Great location. The house was clean and comfortable. Just know there is no TV so it's great to get away. The saltwater shower took a little getting use to, but it did the job. Nice hot water. The view from up the loft area was nice. We had a lot of foggy mornings, but the evening view was awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on the water
Bob, I wanted to thank you for your hospitality. My family and I stayed at this house for 10 days. The place was very clean and communication with the manager was very easy. I have no complaints and would stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Water Views!
The cottage has wonderful water views, and is cozy and comfortable! We curled up in the loft chairs and enjoyed the view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape Breton
Hurricane Fiona hit Cape Breton during our stay. Bob and his staff made sure that we were safe and had everything we needed, checking in with us several times. House was very nice, view was great, and we’d like to come again without a storm. We still had a great time. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wundervolles Haus in wundervoller Umgebung
Wir waren begeistert. Ein helles, lichtes Holzhaus mit einem unsagbaren Blick in den Fjord. Unsere Vermieter waren immer für uns erreichbar und sehr hilfsbereit. Wir hatten eine Autopanne und Robert hat uns an einem Sonntag den Kontakt zu einem Freund hergestellt, der uns auch sofort geholfen hat. Danke an Heidi und Robert.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Beautiful location on the water. Perfect launching place for touring Cape Breton or just relaxing. Bob (host) is a wealth of information and can help guide guest to find what they are looking for. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape Breton
Bob was a gracious host. The house was clean and comfortable. The view was fantastic. Wonderful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
This was a great spot to relax and also to explore the lower part of Cape Breton. Bob suggested a great beach just up the road which we visited twice and also made a restaurant recommendation (we did not make it because the deck on the Bluenose was just too enticing around sunset). Very nice place to spend a week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and lovely view!
Robert was very easy to communicate with. The house was spacious and lovely. We were 4 adults - mom and 3 grown sons. House was well equipped with anything you needed. The view and the deck was spectacular!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed it very much !
Very good !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annett O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gemütliches Ferienhaus mit grandioser Aussicht
Adler, Robben und Kolibris - man möchte eigentlich den ganzen Tag nur auf der Terrasse oder im Obergeschoss mit Panoramafenstern dieses schönen Ferienhauses sitzen und den Ausblick auf das Meer mit den Inseln genießen. Und Nachts sieht man die Milchstraße, unzählige Sterne und mehr Sternschnuppen als Wünsche … Es gibt aber noch jede Menge zu entdecken, erleben und erwandern in dieser herrlichen Gegend und das Haus bietet einen guten Ausgangspunkt dafür. Und wenn man heimkommt, hat man alles, was man für einen gemütlichen Abend und eine erholsame Nacht braucht. Sehr gut ausgestattete Küche sogar mit Teekanne und Tablett, großer Grill, Essplätze für draußen und drinnen sowie große !! Betten und überall Moskitonetze! Auch die jungen Leute waren mit dem verfügbaren schnellen WLAN sehr glücklich! Wir waren 4 Erwachsene und haben uns eine Woche lang mit viel Platz auf 2 Etagen hier sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Kommunikation mit den deutschsprachigen Besitzern war unkompliziert und sehr nett! Vielen Dank für die schnelle Reaktion auf unsere Wünsche und die guten Tipps! Annett mit Familie aus Deutschland
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Vicki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Very good. Could have used one more shower and better access to beach but a lovely spot and very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Mélanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Paisible avec vue spectaculaire
Vue exceptionnelle sur l’eau et les petites îles environnantes autant de l’extérieur que de l’intérieur de la maison. En une semaine seulement 1 petit bateau moteur, mais plusieurs kayaks. Par contre, l’accès à l’eau depuis la maison est difficile. L’escalier pour s’y rendre est en mauvais état. Le quai qui doit être sur l’eau ne l’est pas et est mal entretenu. Prévoir vos propres embarcations pour profiter du plan d’eau. Pêche aux maquereaux possible en kayak devant le chalet. Pas besoin de permis, mais surveillez les limites. Eau potable mais désagréable au goût. Cruche d’eau de source disponible à l’arrivée mais prévoir en acheter durant votre séjour. Proximité d’une tente (Dôme) offerte en location. Pas un problème si les locataires sont calmes… BBQ était à remplacer… Douche extérieure n’existe plus. L’extérieur de la maison en général manque un peu d’amour mais la personne en charge en est conscient.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restore, recharge in peace
What a stunning location. Morning coffee on the deck. Nighttime stargazing. The home is beautiful and well cared for. Highly recommend a visit to Point Michaud beach, but only if you can drag yourself away from the bliss that is the bluenose house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Wonderful remote home
The property is very secluded and peaceful. The interior of the home is very beautiful. Accessing the home is slightly challenging due to the condition of the dirt road that goes to the property, but that certainly isn't the owner's fault.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

kelly r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing beautiful view
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Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nadara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New year’s stay
We enjoyed our sty so much ! The chalet is immaculate clean and to be honest so much nicer then the pictures show. It is so comfortable and cosy , it has everything that you could possibly need . Because we were there for New Years , I cooked a 3 course meal and I had everything I needed there . We took an afternoon walk on the beach and it was awesome , very quiet , private . I would highly recommend this property, you won’t be disappointed! The owners were so great and responded to every question we had to make sure our stay was the best !

10/10 Excellent

Josh P., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay at a Scenic Location
My wife and I had a lovely stay at this beautiful property with scenic ocean views in Cape Breton. The house was clean, had everything we needed and the wood stove was a lovely touch on those chilly November evenings!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to chillax
Great spot. Looking for a quiet spot on the water and this was it !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem of a place!
This property was above and beyond. Robert the manager, was always available for questions and ideas, and happy to go out of his way to provide extra information. The house was "eat off the floor" immaculate and had everything and anything you could want or need. We had an amazing week here and would definitely return. This will be a tough act to follow in terms of everything. Robert, thank you for keeping such great care of this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Just Gee P., Northeastern United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home right on the water
We had an amazing stay at Bob's Bluenose home. When we first arrived, we had a couple of questions, and Bob answered my email immediately. The home is stunning, had everything we needed, and was right on the water. Daily, we sat on the deck and simply enjoyed the view of the ocean, the birds, and the occasional seal. I have no complaints and would highly recommend this home to my friends and family.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Moby P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet in Paradise
My wife and I just finished a perfect week at the Bluenose House. The property more than meets our requirements for a waterfront experience. That is to say: a stunning view of the bay, a sturdily built and comfortable house with deck and windows oriented toward the water, peace and quiet, great swimming, and a very friendly and helpful owner! We hope this part of Cape Breton remains a well kept secret. Thank you Robert!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home with breathtakingly beautiful views
We rented the home to be close to our family for our week stay. It suited our needs perfectly and gave us a place to completely relax upon our daily returns. The home was very clean and comfortable. The listing is accurate, but the pictures don’t do justice to the real experience. The owner is very warm, friendly and helpful offering suggestions for nearby activities. We certainly will return. Thank you for allowing us to stay in our home.

10/10 Excellent

Donna D., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nova Scotia Paradise
We spent a week at Bluenose. The place is wonderful, private and the water views are hypnotic. The house is great with comfortable beds and furniture. We will come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Bob

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We (an experienced skipper couple) came across the Atlantic and immigrated in 2012 to enjoy sailing on our 70-square-meter sailing catamaran with our guests on a modern 12-meter (38`) catamaran. We love to explore the numerous dreamy bays, swim and get our dinner ourselves, fishing mackerels and collecting mussels.
We don’t offer standard cruises. We love to share our enthusiasm and joy and want to cooperate with you to understand your needs and wishes and to tailor the best possible experience, on our Trimarans as well.
We can, for example, admire the beautiful bald eagles flying above us and the stunning sunsets.
Do not hesitate to talk to us if we dropped our anchor in our favorite anchorage nearby and have time for your and our stories....

Why they chose this property

There is no comparable house on the Island only 10 Min distant to all amenities with this comfort AND panoramic view from the patio facing the deep blue glittering ocean. It is the #1 spot for perfect holidays. Two generations, couples and nature lovers enjoy privacy and water sports.

What makes this property unique

We are available and take care of your needs and wishes.

Languages:

English, French, German