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2.5 out of 5
Big Intervale Fishing Lodge
3719 Big Intervale Road, Big Intervale, NS

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 110 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hideaway in the middle of northern Cape Breton. The owners are so welcoming and knowledgeable about the area. We arrived on ADV motorcycles looking to explore the interior and were not disappointed. The food at the restaurant was also a highlight.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay in the wilderness, very quite with great staff with local knowledge, We recommend a stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with excellent cabins and delicious dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Front desk on 4 Aug 2023
Thank you, Robert. We value the positive review and are glad you enjoyed your time with us

10/10 Excellent

michael, oldwick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnificent location….the hosts Ruth and Hermann are wonderful people and full of local knowledge, meals are excellent as well as the hospitality
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Front desk on 4 Aug 2023
Thank you, Michael, for the amazing review! We put in the work to keep you and all of our customers happy. We hope to see you again. Have a nice day ahead!

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is magic - I’ve never had such a relaxing getaway. Whether it’s hiking or fishing on the wooded trail alongside a gurgling river, sipping coffee on the cabin porch in complete solitude, or sampling some of the finest cuisine at the lodge restaurant for dinner; you will leave here with a rejuvenated soul. Great Intervale Lodge renewed my spirit, and I can see why visitors revisit this place year-after-year once they discover this lodge tucked perfected in a river gorge in the heart of Cape Breton.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Front desk on 5 Jul 2023
Dear Keith, thank you for staying with us and taking the time to write a review. We hope we will see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! To say it is off the beaten path is an understatement. Dirt road for a very long drive in. But once there, it was beautiful! The hosts Hermann and Ruth were awesome. The food was the best, from seafood to hamburgers a very varied menu all delicious. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. We were able to travel from here to most villages in the area easily. We are not fisher people but if we were the river is very accessible. This a wonderful place for all seasons. Highly recommend if you are up for an adventure or a quiet getaway it’s up to you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Front desk on 5 Jul 2023
thank you for staying with us and taking the time to write a review. We hope we will be seeing you again.

10/10 Excellent

Devna

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Perfect cozy cabin spot for a fall time getaway
We had a fantastic experience, loved the old school hospitality and the location was perfect for the fall colors viewing around which we had planned our trip. Would highly recommend to all travellers
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hansruedi

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

gail

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People are great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy cabins. Satellite TV ,mini fridge ,and coffee maker are supplied in the cabin .WiFi is available in the lodge but the farther you are from the lodge the lower the signal . We had the farthest cabin and signal was weak and spotty. Cell service is unavailable due to the mountains surrounding the property . I would definitely recommend that you stay here if you are in need of a reset from the stresses of work and day to day routine . Lots of hiking and fishing locations and just off the Cabot Trail . This is a little slice of heaven . The owners are very friendly and welcoming .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pavlina

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location with breathtaking scenery - don't forget to have dinner at the Lodge....one of the best meals I've ever had on the East coast and I have been traveling all over the Maritimes for 15 years.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie and Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were friendly and helpful. Cabin location was absolutely beautiful and unique. Cabin was well stocked and had everything we needed for our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from front desk on 14 Aug 2022
Jackie and Chris thank you for staying with us. have a most wonderful time

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
No Devices
It's a beautiful spot if you are wanting to be totally secluded in the wilderness. It's a very verrry long and windy gravel road to get there, but the scenery is lovely! The owner is the sweetest, and while we didn't get to enjoy any of the food there because of our time restrictions, it looked very delicious! *something to note, the website says WiFi but there was none at all in the cabin. (this was an issue for us because we had to do work online at night and weren't able to connect). Also, the power went out for many hours so make sure you are ready for the pitch black and crickets😉
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Front desk on 4 Aug 2022
thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are sorry that you had to experience a power outage which had effected the whole region from Cheticamp to Inverness and Margaree...It only lasted for 3 hours over night. Nestled between the lush, rolling hills of the Margaree Highlands and the beautiful Margaree River, lies the Big Intervale Fishing Lodge. It is fair to say that we are secluded, the internet is not the best and it is a 15 km dirt road.

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlon, Brampton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet secluded spot with basic amenities. Restaurant options were varied and the food was fantastic. Ruth & Hermann are great host and take very good care of their guests and their needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Front desk on 7 Jul 2022
Thank you for choosing Big Intervale Fishing Lodge:)

2/10 Terrible

Rashmi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from Front desk on 25 Jun 2022
We are very sorry to hear, that you have not enjoyed your stay with us. We would like to hear from you how we could improve guest experience.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a wonderful experience where do I start?! First off, Herman and Ruth were hands down one of the TOP hosts we have ever had. They were friendly, accommodating, and really made our family feel warm and welcome in their cottage. The amount of care and attention to detail they give in every aspect of their business is simply top notch. From putting up signs from the road to direct you to the place (they know that most people’s GPS cuts off there), to the FOOD.. oh God the food!! I had to ask Herman if he used to be a world class chef in the past because it was that good! They use herbs and veggies from their own garden, and the cooking techniques he used were like that of a classically trained chef (I know as I am in that industry), to the the cleanliness of the cabins and much much more… we could instantly tell that they truly do give their heart and soul into the place! I am also a huge fly fisherman and our conversations about angling were great as he shared local intel and even recommended a great guide that I ended up hiring for a fantastic trip on the rivers! Needless to say we loved our stay at Big Intervale Fishing Lodge and we highly recommend them to anyone looking to stay in the area. PS. Did I mention how great the food was already?! 🏆🏆🏆
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from Front desk on 24 Sept 2021
thank you for that wonderful review. We are glad that you have enjoyed your stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Response from Front desk on 14 Oct 2020
thank you for staying with us.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Response from front desk on 5 Oct 2020
thank you for staying with us

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great weekend.
The owners of this lodge are a lovely couple who does everything then can to make your stay the best it can be. The cottages are comfortable and have all the comforts of home. The food was excellent and a lot of choices. We have been here four or five times and look forward to our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from Ruth on 22 Sept 2020
thank you for staying with us. We hope to see you next year again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Off the main road, but that's what I loved most! Well nestled in the middle of nature and a beautiful valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from Front desk on 5 Oct 2020
thank you for staying with us

10/10 Excellent

Jayla, Halifax

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
It was Beautiful! The owners were so friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from Big Intervale Fishing Lodge team on 17 Aug 2020
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Heidi, Glace Bay, NS

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful property in the most serene setting. Hermann and Ruth are wonderful hosts. Restaurant is cozy and food is delicious!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Response from front desk on 5 Aug 2020
thank you for sharing.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything about the lodge and cottages was lovely but we requested a stay though Expedia close to Chéticamp. The Expedia site gave us this place as an option for staying in Chéticamp with a noted travel distance of 23km, which we thought was reasonable. Fact, the back of the drive from Chéticamp to the turn off to here is 55km plus an additional 16km up a dirt road 😳. Not ideal for three woman and children in the late evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Response from Front desk on 5 Aug 2020
thank you for sharing. We are off the beaten track....on the beautiful Margaree River. About one hour from Cheticamp, Baddeck and Inverness. We recommend arriving by daylight and enjoy the beautiful scenery on your way in.

10/10 Excellent

Cliff, Sydney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved the property, owners were great, very nice people, right on the Margaree River, the gravel Road was the only negative
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from front desk on 23 Jul 2020
Thank you for staying with us.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property Food amazing Owners very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Response from front desk on 22 Oct 2019
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from front desk on 22 Oct 2019
thank you for staying with us

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was fabulous!! The service was excellent and the hosts were very friendly and helpful. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from Front desk on 3 Oct 2019
Thank you for staying with us.

10/10 Excellent

Motorbike, Pennsylvania

I wasn't able to stay because the power was still out from Huricane Dorian. I booked through expedia earlier in the day. The property staff contacted me well before I arrived. They were very friendly and apologized for the inconvenience. They suggested a few other places but I ended up finding one closer to where I was when I got the call. I would love to come back and experience what I missed. Very genuine friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful property and great cabin. We were in the area to fish and this was the perfect location for us- we wanted to be remote and near to fishing pools. Friendly staff and an intimate dining room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Front desk on 3 Sept 2019
thank you for staying with us.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is nice and tidy. The food is impressive. Staff is very friendly. The internet service is a bit slow. However, the location is very challenging. The area is not covered by GPA signal. We need to go through a dirt road for 30 mins. It is advice that plan to arrive before sunset because we need to watch for the road sign of the property. Another way is to down the map beforehand so that you can use the GPS offline map. I think expedia should warn the user before the booking is completed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from Front desk on 29 Aug 2019
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Front desk on 15 Aug 2019
Thank you.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Front desk on 12 Aug 2019
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location! The owners were very hospitable. They even split our banana split for sharing on separate plates.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from Front desk on 7 Aug 2019
Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful river runs through hence being call a fishing lodge. Awesome dining. Food was terrific
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from Front Desk on 7 Aug 2019
Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting away from everyday life with all the necessary amenities you could need. It could be a little remote for some people but for those of us who’d like to throw your smartphone off a cliff, it’s perfect (But wifi is included for those who can’t).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Front Desk on 7 Aug 2019
Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

8/10 Good

kk, Cary, NC

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cottages and good food in a beautiful remote (seriously remote!) setting on a river. No lunch served, so we ate leftovers from dinner and breakfast. Nice hiking trail along the river with views of mountains. Owners were friendly. Only negative is the 8 miles (13 kilometers) to get here over muddy, pot-holed-dirt road, sometimes partly covered by water. Took 30 minutes to go the 8 miles, so no easy in or out if you want to visit other places. Still, a pretty nice place to be!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Front Desk on 30 Jul 2019
Thank you for staying with us and taking the time to write a review.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Long drive off the highway down a rough gravel road is the only down fall.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Front desk on 28 Jul 2019
thank you for staying with us and taking the time to write a review.

8/10 Good

SIU WING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Front Desk on 26 Jul 2019
Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Placed between hills, very nice. For about 10km dirt road, need a big car.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Frontdesk on 22 Jul 2019
Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Front Desk on 22 Jul 2019
Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near the salmon pools. Excellent dining area . A lot of salmon pictures and trivia. Gravel road could use grading ,a few potholes. Owners treated guests like family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Front desk on 15 Jul 2019
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Sincerely Hermann and Ruth Schneeberger

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Response from Big Intervale Fishing Lodge on 14 Jun 2019
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Big Intervale Fishing Lodge on 31 Oct 2018
thank you for your respond

10/10 Excellent

Martina, Elmsdale, Nova Scotia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had lovely stay! Everything was wonderful including our hosts. We felt welcomed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Big Intervale Fishing Lodge on 24 Oct 2018
Thank you for staying with us

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, Halifax

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a beautiful place, great dinner ( breakfast not included ), very kind and helpful staff. Was enjoing every minute.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Big Intervale Fishing Lodge on 24 Oct 2018
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Backwoods Gem
Although it is 30 min down a dark bumpy dirt road, what a gem of a spot. We showed up late just for 1 night and my family was starved. Much to our surprise, there was a resturant with outstanding food and service. The cottage we stayed in was spotless, comfortable and offered all the amenities you’d have at home. The only areas for improvement would be better signage to find the facility, better lighting/numbering of cottages, and provide better pillows for beds. I would highly recommend this lodge for anyone wanting to escape.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Big Intervale Fishing Lodge on 24 Oct 2018
Thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your review

10/10 Excellent

Janet, Halifax

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous isolated location. Wonderful friendly hosts. Dining room cosy & food was fresh, generous servings, reasonable prices. Would definitely return, recommend to sport fishers, hikers & bikers.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Big Intervale Fishing Lodge on 26 Oct 2018
Thank you for staying with us.