Looking for a peaceful escape to relax, unwind, swim, paddle or fish. Look no further. Enjoy this lovely 1-2 person retreat on beautiful Fiddlers Lake. We’re only 25 mins from Sydney and 10 mins to the Atlantic Ocean.
Property manager
Christine and Karen
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Lake view
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03291220577309977-77
About the area
French Road
Located in French Road, this apartment is on the waterfront. Louisbourg Playhouse Theater and Sydney and Louisbourg Railway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site and Louisbourg Lighthouse. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
French Road, NS
What's nearby
Fiddlers Lake - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Centre 200 - 32 min drive - 31.5 km
Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal - 44 min drive - 49.4 km
Sydney and Louisbourg Railway Museum - 44 min drive - 41.6 km
Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site - 50 min drive - 46.4 km
Getting around
Sydney, NS (YQY) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Mira River Cottages - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Fiddler's Lake Escape Vacation Apartment pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Fiddler's Lake Escape Vacation Apartment?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fiddler's Lake Escape Vacation Apartment?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Fiddler's Lake Escape Vacation Apartment located?
Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Fiddlers Lake and Copper Lake. MacIntyres Lake and MacPhees Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved our time here! We spent most of our days and evenings on the dock, in the hammock or in the gazebo. The hosts were lovely and allowed us to have as much privacy as we wanted.
Danielle T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura Rendle
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful quiet property. Very comfortable, everything we needed and more. Beautiful outdoor space and amazing host, would most definitely stay again.
What a great place! Spacious accommodations looked after by great hosts. Quiet off the beaten path where it is easy to relax. Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Right next to a beautiful lake, large kitchen and family room, nice facilities. Stunningly beautiful lake with private beach. Quiet. We had a great time.
Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful place with us Christine and Karen. We were very lucky to find this piece of paradise. Everything we needed!
The whole property is fantastic. The lake is clear and the beach very nice. The apartment is clean and well furnished. Our host were very warm and welcoming. All in all a perfect vacation.
Had a wonderful, relaxing few days escaping- exactly as advertised and needed. And close enough to Sydney for dinner and Louisbourg for exploring.
Had a great time, our hosts were great, and would recommend to friends who want to relax after a busy adventure exploring Nova Scotia.
The location of this property gives easy access to several prime tourist sites. The property and lodgings are immaculate and have all the essentials. While you may find this in many places, what was unique was the open armed welcome we received. So friendly and included us in a dinner with neighbours and community members. Great attention to details like a welcome bottle of wine, use of the waterfront, canoe, horseshoes, life jackets, paddles and a bbq. We will be returning next year to explore more of the east coast! We highly recommend this location!
We were blown away by the apartment, so modern and clean and extremely peaceful, but for us it was the gazebo on the lake! We were greeted by a loon calling, an eagle overhead. It was a great time. Pleasant, friendly hosts
This is a beautiful property and very comfortable accommodations. Quiet and private. My husband enjoyed swimming in the lake and we had fun on the paddle boat. The hosts are wonderful people, friendly, accommodating and very helpful and welcoming. We would recommend staying here and would come back again ourselves.
Lincoln T.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heidi
17 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owners very friendly. Very peaceful. Lots of wildlife. Would have liked board games or a deck of cards...might be a thought for the owners...would be fun in the gazebo! If you need internet, it was sketchy to nil at times...luckily i had a book.
Heidi
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
G
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our host Christine was very friendly and shared her enthusiasm about the property and the area with us.
The apartment is very spacious, comfortable and clean.
It's what they have done with the property itself that really excited us. Set on a lake, they have a dock to allow you to get in the water using one of their boats or for a swim. Lots of seating areas, including a screened in gazebo. They have built a meditation path down to the lake, with wonderfully musical chimes playing in the gentle breeze. Another pathway leads to two chairs where you can sit and enjoy the sunrise.
Sadly we only booked one night here. Next time we will stay for a longer time at this beautiful, relaxing property.
Christine and Karen were both welcoming and easy to communicate with in the lead-up to our stay. They sent us a message the day before letting us know that the apartment would be open and available on our arrival as well as their phone numbers to contact for any issues. The site was as depicted in the listing, and very comfortable for two. There is no television, which was perfect for us but may be something to be aware of for others. The bed was very comfortable and spacious, and the lake is only steps away. There is a reasonably stocked kitchenette that includes a two-burner induction hot plate, microwave and propane BBQ next to the gazebo down beside the lake. Ample parking! A beautiful and relaxing retreat for anyone looking to escape (but the high-speed internet makes sure that if you -need- to connect, it is still possible.)
PS: The washer and dryer was awesome, as we were half-way though a two-week trip and needed a suitcase reset!
Sean F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jean Marc
29 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a wonderful place! Christine and Karen were wonderful hosts, friendly while allowing for our privacy as well.
The space was lovely, and lots to do on the grounds itself. We were happy to just stay put and enjoy the time there, but C and K had suggestions for other things to do as well.
They also were talking about how their community is growing and developing more for people to do in the area.
We are definitely planning to come back again, hoping C and K will have us lol. They are wonderful people and we felt blessed that they were willing to share their little piece of paradise with us for a short while. We can’t thank them enough for everything.
Can't say enough about our stay. The property is gorgeous and quiet. The unit is lovely with excellent water pressure and amenities. It' is a one bedroom but they provided us with a very comfortable extra mattress for the second person. We played scrabble till our faces hurt from laughing. Christine and Karen are lovely people who offered us the a late check out time before we left. We had our dinner in the Gazebo then coffee in the morning. it was so relaxing we didn't want to leave. The water was calm, the birds were singing and the Bald Eagle flew by. We used to paddle boat to putter around the lake and take pictures. We walked around the property admired the flora which included lady slippers, Everything you need is provided and the main bed was the best sleep I've gotten in years. Can't say enough about our stay.
What a gem! Both the incredible property with spectacular views and the fantastic hosts made this weekend birthday getaway one we shall remember always! Our host were amazing and super thoughtful. We will be back, guaranteed!!
Thank you ❤️
Jessica C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
About the host
Hosted by Christine and Karen
Meet Christine & Karen. Our Journey started with a Leap of Faith. It's easy for people to get caught up in the hustle & bustle of city life but then a pandemic arrives and changes everything. It accelerated our decision to leave Ontario & move to beautiful Cape Breton. We have been overwhelmed by the beauty and hospitality of this magical Island and hope to offer that same feeling to others staying here at Fiddler's Lake Escape.
Why they chose this property
"Million Dollar View" and Tranquility.......
What makes this property unique
"Quiet the mind and the soul will Speak" - Ma Jaya Sati Bhagavati. This property offers a place to decompress and just Breathe......swim, fish, canoe, read a book or do Nothing.