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Peace and Comfort on Cape Breton's Bras d'Or Lakes: 3BR and 2Bath Dog Friendly

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Property grounds
Main covered deck looking East
Long shot from driveway entrance to the cottage
Shot across the property to the cottage. Very private
Pet-friendly

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
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

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peace and Comfort on Cape Breton's Bras d'Or Lakes: 3BR and 2Bath Dog Friendly

Welcome to Your Dream Getaway at Bras d'Or Lakes!

Experience the beauty and tranquility of this air-conditioned 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, nestled on 8 acres of pristine land with spectacular water views and access. This serene retreat offers access to two beautiful beaches on the Bras d'Or Lakes, making it the perfect central spot for exploring Cape Breton.

Property Highlights:

Bedrooms/Baths:
o Bedrooms: 3 spacious rooms that can comfortably sleep up to 8 guests (3 queen beds and 2 singles).
o Bathrooms: 2 bathrooms, including a full bathroom with a shower and tub, and a half bathroom on the lower level.

Outdoor Spaces: Enjoy three spacious decks:
o Wrap-around covered deck
o Mid-deck for all-day sun
o Stone patio with a fire pit for evening relaxation

Amenities: Electric heating, wood stove, smart TV with access to Netflix and Prime, BBQ, fully equipped kitchen (fridge, stove, coffee maker, microwave, dishwasher), washer and dryer, and electric grill.
o Pet-Friendly: Pets are welcome, but please clean up after them.
o No Smoking: Smoking is permitted outside only.

Nearby Attractions:
o Dining: A short drive to Highland Heights Museum and Iona Heights Inn with dining options.
o Golf: Within driving range to world-class golf courses such as Cabot Cliffs, Cabot Links, Highland Links, Bell Bay, and The Lakes.
o Day Trips: Explore nearby destinations like Sydney/Louisburg, Baddeck, Ingonish, Cabot Trail, Whycocomagh, and Iona.

Additional Information:
o Waterfront Access: Enjoy easy direct access to two beaches.
o Cancellation Policy: A 120-day cancellation notice is required for a full refund. A 50% refund is available for cancellations made between 60 and 120 days before arrival. No refund for cancellations within 60 days of arrival.

Check Availability: If the dates you're looking for are not available, check out our other listing at [www.vrbo.com/967506](http://www.vrbo.com/967506).

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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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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-2023-24-04260804288102835-412

About the area

Jamesville

Located in Jamesville, this cottage is on the waterfront. Highland Village Museum and Gillis Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Orangedale Railway Station Museum and Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre.
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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 - 3.8 km
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 41 min drive - 47.9 km
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 41 min drive - 48.3 km
  • Cabot Links - 75 min drive - 71.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Frolic and Folk Pub & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wheelhouse Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Darby's Old Church Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grand Narrows Waterfront Development Society - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peace and Comfort on Cape Breton's Bras d'Or Lakes: 3BR and 2Bath Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Peace and Comfort on Cape Breton's Bras d'Or Lakes: 3BR and 2Bath Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peace and Comfort on Cape Breton's Bras d'Or Lakes: 3BR and 2Bath Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peace and Comfort on Cape Breton's Bras d'Or Lakes: 3BR and 2Bath Dog Friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Bras d'Or Lake and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Highland Village Museum. Iona Port Beach and Gillis Point Lighthouse are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home
Great place, everything was as expected. The view of the lake was really nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bras d'Or Lake
Beautiful cottage and property on the lake, everything you would need other than food. We enjoyed being able to take walks without going to the main road. Not far from the Cabot Trail, restaurants nearby. Kevin was very responsive when I had a couple of questions. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kevin was a great host. Communication was great, quickly responds an
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Lou G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
If you want to explore Cape Breton the property this is a good place to stay. Central to many spots and activities. The only negative is that if you want to stay home and enjoy the beautiful scenery and swim in the lake, the mosquitos this time of year (mid August) are deadly. Could not get to the water without being swarmed and quickly driven back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence C G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bras D'or Family Week
We were a large family group and stayed for the week renting both "the lobster house" and the "beach house". Both cottages are extremely well equipped with modern appliances and had everything (and more!) we could have hoped for. As it was very hot, the availability of the heat pumps for AC was very much appreciated. The view is spectacular. The accesses to the beaches near the cottages was great, and the kids really enjoyed the windier days playing in the waves. For calmer waters we also spent a lot of time down at Iona Port beach where we could use our paddleboards and the younger kids could swim and play. Right from the start, Kevin was extremely responsive to questions and willing to help in any way at all to make our holiday successful. The only annoyance was the presence of a lot of mosquitoes, so bug spray and coils etc. were very necessary. What can I say - living in nature! Great time had by all! Thanks Kevin
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy cabin with a million dollar view!
Kevin is incredibly responsive. The cabin is extremely comfy, had everything we needed. You could plan your stay at this location and completely escape and enjoy the view, just bring plenty of mosquito repellant!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommend
Besides the rating above, the cottage was perfect for our family - 6 adults. There is one bedroom on the main floor with a bathroom and two downstairs with a second bathroom. The view is amazing, the beach is a short walk, the wrap around porch is perfect for morning coffee or relaxing in the evening. The cottage is very well-equipped so there is really nothing that you need to bring. Drinking water is supplied which is a bonus. If you stay here you will have to drive for supplies and activities, but that is the case in Cape Breton. We have nothing negative to say about our stay and this property.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting on the Bras d’Or Lake!
The views are spectacular from this quaint little cabin. The host was very accommodating. Nice little beach to walk to from the cabin. Our drive to reach the famous Cabot Trail was less than 50 minutes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beauty on Bras d’Or
Hands down the best location and stay at any VRBO ever! My husband agrees. People should try it in the off-season. Peace and quiet. Soft goose sounds was all we heard. Clean house, Kevin very responsive, a natural beauty unparalleled! A view so stunning you might want to stay forever! Our dog loved it, too:)
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful peaceful stay at the cottage!
My husband and I stayed at this cottage right on the water with our 2 golden retrievers. It was so peaceful and quiet- just what we like! The view was absolutely beautiful for our morning coffee and evening beverage! Kevin, the property manager, stayed in communication to make sure we had everything we needed and also let us know to not be afraid to let our dogs run freely on the property as it is a great place for them to run. Our dogs loved it to! There is an old rail way trail right in front of the house by the water which we took a beautiful walk along that leads to a private beach. 10/10 recommend. We would love to come back :)
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pituresque
The view was amazing and the property very private. We travelled with our 2 dogs and they had the best time running around. There was loads of space for them and it was safe. My husband and I enjoyed our stay and the cottage was peaceful and had the best views of Bra D'hor lakes.It was very comfortable and was equipped with everything you could ask for and more. There are a few restaurants close by and places to buy groceries. The beds were very comfortable and the cottage was very clean it was truly a home away from home. Kevin was very nice to talk to and answered any questions we had right away. We felt welcome. All in all a very relaxing week. We appreciated the hospitality Kevin provided. If you are looking for a place to unwind and a gorgeous view this is the place. Thanks Kevin for the warm welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage and area
This was a great place, beautiful and relaxing. The owner was excellent in getting back to us when we had to reach out to him. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jakub S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
This was a wonderful experience. The cottage is small but very well designed, well equipped and very clean. Kevin is very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Vanessa P., Repentigny

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquillité et beauté
Endroit super pour admirez les beaux paysages du lac Bras d'Or, pour marcher avec son chien et se baigner en toute tranquillité. Paix assurée. A bonne distance des activités du Cap Breton.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Got kids or dogs or both? This is your spot!
Highly recommend this property! There is wide open space that gives privacy and is a dream for kids and dogs. The cottage is very comfy and clean. The trek down to the beach is a fun adventure. The host is very communicative and helpful. We used this as a base to explore Cape Breton. Lots to do close by too...Highland museum is worth the visit. We would come back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Daylor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax at the Lake
Nice little cottage . Four adults is about all you want to have for the stay . Only one washroom . Good place to use as a base to your Cabot Trail .Host has a great guide with helpful tips . Had two large dogs and lots of room on property to exercise them . Very well equipped in all departments .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
September 2022 Stay
My husband and I, and our two dogs stayed mid September. Although location is somewhat remote, the scenery is breathtaking and with a fabulous lawn/yard for walking the dogs. Kevin was the ideal host providing very thorough instructions, directions, and such to assist with our stay.; very accommodating. If you’re looking for peace and quiet with the most spectacular views, you won’t be disappointed!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

D C., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views
Nice central location, well stocked house, pet friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan A., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful views and location
We had an amazing time staying at the cottage. The views over the massive lake made it seem you were on the ocean! The location was perfect for us - central to everywhere we wanted to go and very close to our favourite town Baddeck. We would definitely stay here again on our next trip to Cape Breton!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful with beautiful views
Even though the location was rural it was centrally located for what we wanted to do. We enjoyed the out door space there was lots of room for outdoor activities on the property and the views were spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti & Tim J., Storrs, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You’ll never want to leave
The cottage is well-equipped, comfortable and private. The area is quiet with easy access to a private beach. Our dogs enjoyed the large, gated porch where they could freely play & wrestle & cool off with the breezes off the lake. Just 2 warnings: bring heavy duty bug spray & be prepared to never want to leave.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Kevin has a beautiful property and lovely cottage. It was just as advertised. The views of the lake are amazing and there are two fairly private beaches in walking distance. Very close to Iona and a quick drive to Baddeck. Everyone loved it (especially our dog!)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family gathering
We had a wonderful time at the Beach House. The place was spotless! It was so comfortable and cozy. It is well maintained and equipped with everything you need. The view of the water was spectacular and the morning sunrise stunning! We look forward to getting back to the beach house soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
This is a great spot. The silence was amazing. Central to everything Cape Breton and amenities are a short drive away. Kevin was an awesome host who really tried to ensure our stay was seamless and enjoyable. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views!
Process was easy, views were beautiful. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

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