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Baddeck: Waterfront Cottage & Guest House w/ Private Dock

Baddeck: Waterfront Cottage & Guest House w/ Private Dock

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Dining

Overview of Baddeck: Waterfront Cottage & Guest House w/ Private Dock

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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  • DryerDryerDryer

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Baddeck, Nova Scotia
  • Popular LocationBell Bay Golf Club8 min walk
  • Popular LocationKidston Island Beach Ferry13 min walk
  • Popular LocationAlexander Graham Bell National Historic Site14 min walk
  • AirportSydney, NS (YQY)67 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Baddeck: Waterfront Cottage & Guest House w/ Private Dock

This charming getaway is located within walking distance of the village of Baddeck, and .3 miles from the local Bell Bay Golf course and less than an hour drive to Bandon Dunes "Cabot Links" and "Cabot Cliffs" courses in Inverness. Golfers can have the best of both worlds staying here.

World class views of the Bras d'Or Lakes are seen from every door and window. A private Cape Breton beach and dock are just steps away from the cottage.
Enjoy sightseeing and easy living- many local activities: golfing, sailing, swimming, kayaking, hiking, and relaxing! The property is absolutely beautiful and well maintained. It is spacious, lined with hedges, trees, gardens and a tall fence making it totally private and peaceful. The waterfront porch is an excellent place from which to view the morning and evening sunscapes and the restful mountainside across the lake.
This property offers a modern kitchen, cozy living area with original stone fireplace, large dining room, master bedroom with king size bed, upstairs loft bedroom with twin beds, a full size bed, and half bath. Also, a separate guest cottage: king bed, sitting area, and full bath with shower.

Local Interests and Activities: This property is just a few miles from The Cabot Trail and easy access to daily Cape Breton Island sightseeing.

Baddeck is a major tourist destination: home of the Alexander Graham Bell Museum, as well as numerous restaurants, shops,The Bras d'Or Yacht Club, a government wharf with tour boats, and Bell Bay Golf course (rated the best new golf course in Canada)

There are many ways to be part of these activities-rent a kayak, sail off the wharf, charter a boat, or take a ferry over to Kidston's Island Beach for a local swim!

Satellite TV included

Wireless internet included

Sailors and Seaworthy Crew: Sailors and those nautically inclined, will feel right at home watching colorful spinnakers on boats sailing down the Baddeck Bay along with kayaks, paddle boats and windsurfers- all able to be enjoyed from our waterfront covered porch!

Choose from:
1) Sailboat and motor boat tours in Baddeck at the Government Wharf
2) Charter vessels for the day or week from local villagers and businesses
3) Rent kayaks, canoes, and paddleboats in the Adventure Center in Baddeck
4) Other nearby cruise options include Whale watching and Puffin bird watching tours

Celtic Colours October Festival: October features the Celtic Colours Music Festival. In Cape Breton, you'll also find interesting highland dancing and music all over the island. In cafes and restaurants, in concert halls, and churches, as well as on quaint street corners.

The change of seasons and beginning of the fall weather welcome visitors to experience all that the area has to offer!

When you've finished for the day, come back to our cozy cottage for a bit of quiet relaxation and beautiful waterfront views.

Property manager

Jan Blynn

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please note outside stairs to loft

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03051817325050898-918

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Waterfront Cottage Guest House w/ Private Dock
Waterfront Guest w/ Private Dock
Waterfront House w Private Do
Waterfront Cottage Guest House w/ Private Dock
Baddeck Waterfront Cottage Guest House w/ Private Dock

About the area

Baddeck Bay

Located in Baddeck Bay, this cottage is on the waterfront. Kidston Island Lighthouse and Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre and Ross Ferry Provincial Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Bell Bay Golf Club - 8 min walk
  • Kidston Island Lighthouse - 9 min walk
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 13 min walk
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 13 min walk
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • Tom's Pizza - 17 min walk
  • The Freight Shed - 14 min walk
  • Bell-Buoy Restaurant & Supper House - 12 min walk
  • Lynwood Inn Restaraunt - 2 min drive
  • Baddeck Lobster Supper - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Baddeck: Waterfront Cottage & Guest House w/ Private Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Baddeck: Waterfront Cottage & Guest House w/ Private Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Baddeck: Waterfront Cottage & Guest House w/ Private Dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Baddeck: Waterfront Cottage & Guest House w/ Private Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Bras d'Or Lake, Bell Bay Golf Club and Kidston Island Lighthouse. Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre and Kidston Island Beach Ferry are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D., Essex

Liked: Cleanliness
Celtic Colors Week in Cape Breton
The house and grounds are immaculate. Absolutely everything you need has been thought of and is in stock at the house. The view is perfection. The hosts are in touch when you need them but are also very respectful of your privacy. Baddeck is perfectly located for the Celtic Colors Festival. The upstairs loft room has no heat, but the hosts provide a good quality space heater for colder nights. All in all, the best property we have rented. It's a great space for family and friends to share. Each group has their own space to retreat to, and the common areas are perfect for gathering together for a meal, a glass of wine in front of the fireplace, or on the deck. Highly reommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S., Charles City, Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Historic Cottage in Baddeck NS
This is a beloved, well-appointed property which is an excellent home-base for exploring Cape Breton. Our family would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcia B., Hubley, Nova Scotia, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow! A extremely unique rental.
This property was well suited to our vacation needs close to the town of Baddeck. Kitchen had loads of extras, beds were comfy and lots of space to hang out on the covered deck. Everyone loved the outside shower! Our family and friends enjoyed dinners around the large dining table. The listing was spot on and we were able to enjoy day trips and relax with a fire in the evening. Thank you Jan for all your great communications. You have a very special place at Kildare and we loved experiencing the history of your little piece of Cape Breton heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie N., Bedford, NH

Liked: Cleanliness
I’m blown away!
If you are looking to experience beautiful Cape Breton views and history - this is the place. The home is beautiful and has everything you need for you and your group. We spent a week at Kildare with my family in the summer of 2021 and made wonderful memories cooking, BBQ’ing, swimming, looking for sea glass, enjoying the fire pit, and exploring. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothin better
We hit a ‘home run’ with this Home Away rental. It was well-provisioned, clean, well-appointed and conveniently located for our needs. We were in Nova Scotia for the Celtic Colours festival—something everyone should attend. The rental provided us a very comfortable stay for our plans. We could not have done better. The rental would be a great choice for a family gathering.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maybe the best place we've ever stayed!
Jan's property was all that we wanted and much more. Although we were in Baddeck for only one week, we felt as if we were at home there. For a reader/writer, what can be better than walking into a lovely living room with one whole wall of books that are obviously well-read? And then the view! We were able to meet Jan personally, which was a lovely touch to a perfect vacation! I can't give this home enough accolades.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic
Fabulous location, well equipped, everything you could ask for. Janet was very helpful in satisfying all our needs. We had a wonderful time at Kildare cottage.

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Well Worth the Trip!
We booked the house almost six months in advance for a two week stay. During the time between booking and arrival, the owners, Jan and Reid were in regular contact with us, providing lots of information and answering our questions regarding what we were wanting to do while there. We sailed our boat over prior to the start of our stay. Jan and Reid were extremely helpful in directing us to good facilities and even to assist in securing a mooring for the boat. Regarding the house, we arrived to an immaculately clean, tastefully decorated and well appointed residence and cottage. All I can say is that, upon walking in, it did not disappoint. Consideration to family travelers were obvious, as there were numerous board and card games, binoculars for wildlife, books, picnic table, hammock... the list goes on and on. Very helpful was a notebook that provided detailed information on restaurants, shopping, things to do, etc. We spent most every morning and evening on the porch looking out at an amazing view that encompassed the lake, hillsides and fields, and the marina. The view is also visible from the master bedrooms in the residence and the cottage. This place would certainly be at the top of our list if we come up with family again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

An amazing spot!
We spent a week in Baddeck. The owner (Jan) and the property was fantastic. The pictures don't do it justice. The house has lots of character and is very well taken care of. If you like to cook the kitchen is well stocked. We were lucky enough to have hot weather. The covered porch and the master bedroom had the nicest cross breeze so it was never uncomfortably warm. Baddeck itself is a cute town. There were some good restaurants, and we enjoyed visiting the different artisan galleries on the Cabot Trail. The lake and surrounding scenery is gorgeous. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anne P., Lindsay ON

Look no further - You will love this home!
You will read in the other reviews exactly what our experience was at this Baddeck cottage. Seven friends shared the main cottage and guest house for a week, and from the moment we walked in we knew we would probably never find a better rental anywhere. The rooms are all exceptionally clean, spacious, and well-equipped for whatever you want to do - games, books, CDs, a kitchen with abundant cookware -every detail has been thought of. The property is large and well-tended with an outstanding view of the water and the Beinn Bhreagh lands. The owner provided lots of additional information that made our trip that much better and was always thinking ahead of what else we might need. Baddeck has plenty of restaurants, shops, the fascinating Alexander Graham Bell museum, and is also a great location from which to make day trips anywhere around Cape Breton Island. However, it is tempting to spend every day soaking up the charms of this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018