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Little House On The Meadows

Holiday home in Sydney Forks with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Sydney Forks, NS

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Little House On The Meadows

Charming one bedroom house conveniently located 12 kms from Cape Breton’s largest city centre, Sydney. Beautifully renovated, this little house offers all the charm of a country cottage as it sits on a 40 acre property overlooking wide open fields.

This quiet setting offers the peace and relaxation for any getaway while being centrally located to all the attractions Cape Breton has to offer. Ideal for singles or a couple. Perfect location for golfers or skiers with a PGA golf course and Ski Hill less than 20 kms away. Ideally located for day trips to Louisbourg, the world renowned Cabot Trail, or local beaches and hiking trails.

The 500 square foot newly renovated home, plus unfinished basement, provides seclusion and privacy. Nestled on a 40 acre homestead, you will enjoy the tranquility of wide open fields and country gardens from your front door and the beauty of apple trees and wild flowers from your side door. From any window in the house you are likely to see deer and bunnies.

The 'Little House' offers a full kitchen with all the amenities to prepare everything from light snacks to full course meals. The open concept kitchen and living room provide for comfortable conversation.

Main floor washer and dryer is conveniently located in the bright and spacious 3 piece bathroom.

The bedroom offers a queen size bed (Sealy Posturepedic) with plenty of storage and backs on an area of natural woods and wild flowers.

A recently added wrap around deck provides for additional privacy. The space offers a BBQ and table and chairs.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Basement stairs easily accessible
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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

You need to know

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
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-11141435214277815-231
Property # 766993vb

About the area

Sydney Forks

Sydney Forks is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Membertou Heritage Park and Johnson Lake Nature Reserve, while Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and St Patrick's Church Museum are cultural highlights. Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science and Exhibition Grounds are also worth visiting.
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Sydney Forks, NS

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little House On The Meadows pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little House On The Meadows?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little House On The Meadows?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Little House On The Meadows located?

Situated in Sydney Forks, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Gillis Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Morrisons Lake and Bras d'Or Lake. Coxheath Hills and Trails and Membertou Heritage Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

Quaint

The house is a perfect get away! It was well equipped and comfortable. Cathy was a delightful hostess!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Peaceful getaway

Peaceful getaway in the country but close to everything. Cathy is a lovely host. The Little House is perfectly decorated with all the amenities needed; nothing was forgotten.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Wonderful house!

We recently stayed at the Little House for a week, and it was amazing. Cathy was so nice and you can tell how much she cares by all of the detail put into the home (from reading glasses, to the coffee supplies and wine - yum!). The house was equipped with everything we needed for our stay and it truly felt like a second home. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone travelling in the area. Thank you so much Cathy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Wonderful stay. Clean, comfortable, and quiet, and Cathy was great.

My wife and I stayed at the Little House for a couple of nights during a hiking/camping trip in Cape Breton. We wanted laundry and a comfortable bed as a break from camping, and good access to sites such as the fortress at Louisbourg. The Little House turned out to be perfect for us. Cathy was wonderful to work with prior to our arrival and after we were there. The location was close to grocery stores and downtown Sydney, and an easy drive to Louisbourg. Best of all the house, which has been recently renovated, was very comfortable, clean, quiet, and functional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T., Afton Station, Canada

A beautiful, cozy little house in the trees

Cathy is an amazing host and the house is delightful. Cathy's 'Welcome Sandi' on the table when I arrived was the first of many discoveries of little things that Cathy has done to make me glad I had chosen her little house when I was in the Sydney area. I was preparing my meals and spent a lot of time at the house working on a research project. When I needed something, it was never necessary to call Cathy because she had already thought of the possibility that I would and there it was in a drawer or cupboard. I particularly enjoyed her colourful and light hearted decor that provided a laugh as well as thoughts to ponder. Which brings me to the book shelf and Clive Doucet's great book that I started and will buy so I can finish. Cathy has provided so much information about the area that you can drive by the tourist centre when you come on the Island if you are in a hurry to get to the Little House on the Meadows. I can highly recommend that you let Cathy be your hostess!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Charming quiet little house on acreage.

This charming little house is in the country with views of hay fields and flowers but still close to all the things we wanted to see and do in Cape Breton. Close and an easy drive to Sydney harbour. There is free parking in a waterfront parking lot by the big violin. We enjoyed a dinner at Governors overlooking the harbour. Is a 30 minute drive to Louisbourg and 40 minutes to Baddeck. We did the Cabot trail as a day trip from there as well. The house is extremely clean and nicely decorated. Comfy bed. Quiet at night but there is a gravel pit near by and they start loading trucks very early in the morning. Cathy was a great host who cares about her place and her guests. She provided lots of information about the area. Cathy and her family live in the big house next door. The bottle of wine for us upon arrival was a nice touch. I would recommend Cathy’s place to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Perfectly Comfortable

We had a lovely stay at the Little House on the Meadows. It is in a great location for exploring Cape Breton Island - we were able to find hikes nearby and travel a little further to see historic sites and more hiking in Cape Breton Island National Park. The Little House was a comfortable place to return each evening with everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

sharon s.

This was a great place to stay and a good location to use as a base for our visit.

Clean and well organized property. There were plenty of linens and kitchen equipment for 2 people. We were very comfortable in this little cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wayne D.

Great place to decompress, beautiful home.

Little House on the Meadow, from the moment you pull in the drive way, you feel welcomed. Cathy has done an amazing job with this little home, it is impeccably clean, the light color tones are very inviting and relaxing. The partially wrap around deck give you privacy and we made use of the bbq. Cathy is a very warm welcoming person and has the house pack with anything you thing you might of forgotten including reading glasses! She is a proud Cape Bretoner and it shows with maps, photograph books etc. If you choose "Little House on the Meadows" you will not be disappointed, as you sip on the complemenatry bottle of wine.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Al G.

Super clean and accommodating

The cottage is at the end of the owner’s driveway which surprised us at first but when we got inside the cottage was really well laid out and incredibly nice. Everything you need including a BBQ. Cathy was an great hostess and gave us insight to the area. Highly recommend this cottage.

10/10 Excellent

Esther B.

Great Cape Breton trip June 19-28, 2018

In planning our trip to Cape Breton, we were looking for something central to allow us to see as much of Cape Breton as possible. The Little house was perfect for this. We like to cook our own food when we travel and everything we needed was available. Having a washer and dryer was great as we also like to travel light. Even on a very cold wet day we were quite comfortable just relaxing. We were very pleased with our accommodation and the opportunity to experience this beautiful part of Canada. Clean, quiet and quaint. Just perfect.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janis M.

Great place to stay,very well located to amenities and Cabot Trail

We had a wonderful stay in this Little Cottage in the Meadows. The cottage was well equipped with everything you need. Very clean and comfortable. Cathy was a spectacular hostess and very accommodating. Very quiet and well located to all the amenities for groceries,restaurants, not far from the Cabot Trail. It was very easy to find and we found the area very easy to get around and find things. We happily recommend! Janis and Duncan from Winnipeg MB
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Claude H.

It met our expectations perfectly.

This was our first foray into renting a house. The pictures of the house inside and out were exactly as shown on line. The little house was very clean and the owner was very thorough in meeting all our expectations i.e. all the needs required of a home were provided as well as all the possible comfort one would expect. We would recommend the little house in the meadows to couple wanting a home away from home.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gina D.

Loved it! So quiet and peaceful. We loved your decorating style Cathy! I took lots of pictures!!

We loved our week stay! It was peaceful and relaxing. I would highly recommend staying at this little gem in the meadow!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lorna M., Alberta Canada

Perfect in Every way!

This house was perfect for us while we visited family members nearby over the holidays. Cathy thought of everything and was an excellent host!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Roy M.

Cozy home away from home

Renting this little house was the best decision. It was clean and very comfortable. We used it as our home base to travel to all corners of Cape Breton. The owner made us feel welcome and was there if we needed anything. We recommend this little house on the meadows to anyone wanting a quiet little getaway.
Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Everything we needed and more

My daughter and I recently stayed at the little house on the Meadows. We had a lovely stay. Cathy is a wonderful host going above and beyond to make us feel welcome. When we arrived there was a bottle of wine and a sign welcoming us. The house is decorated so nicely and has everything we needed and then some! It was a real bonus to have a washer & dryer. The location is so quiet and peaceful but yet convenient to town and tourist destinations. I highly recommend this house and am looking forward to visiting again. Tricia C Alexandria, Va
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Among the best

Best place to be for Louisbourg.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Beautiful and quiet!!!!

A lovely, clean and comfortable little house. We couldn't have been more pleased. Everything that one needs for a pleasant stay was here, even a bottle of wine to greet our arrival. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

john m.

We had a great time relaxing in this property.

My husband and I stayed in Little House On the Meadows in July and were very pleased with the peaceful surroundings and the beauty of the landscape. The house is equipped with everything you will ever need to make your stay comfortable. We had traveled 2000 miles to get to Nova Scotia from Michigan and we found this property to be just the recipe for respite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lynn B.

Super clean and excellently appointed space. I will definitely be back!

I was completely impressed with the little house and its location. We had a fabulous stay and could never imagine staying anywhere else on a return trip. Cathy is a stellar host who has thought of everything her guests could need... Even down to reading glasses! Love the little house on the meadows
Stayed 4 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Tia H.

Amazing

The little house comes equipped with literally everything you can think of! It is recently renovated which makes it feel very cozy and clean. Cathy is very approachable and accommodating. Overall our stay was enjoyable and peaceful. It felt like home! At first we were hesitant how close the little house is to her house however, it was completely private and we felt like we had our own space. We would definitley stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2016

10/10 Excellent

Juerg L.

Excellent

Excellent, perfect, best place that we've ever been
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2016

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Hosted by Cathy McKillop

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