Your private beach is waiting for you, Bras d' Or Lake, Cape Breton

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Lake view

Check out the area

Big Bras d'Or, NS

Great Bras d'Or Range Rear Lighthouse3 min drive
Dalem Lake Provincial Park8 min drive
Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal18 min drive
Sydney, NS (YQY)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

We have 3 fully equipped, non smoking cottages. You’ll find them nestled on 6 acres on the shores of the largest inland sea, the Bras d'Or lake in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada just 10 minutes from North Sydney. You are in the heart of golf country with 3 courses within 30 minutes of the cottages.
Each cottage has a commanding view and are on the shore of the Bras d’Or Lake and Kelly’s Mountain
We have 2 two bedroom, one with deck and the other with sunroom with daybed and one bachelor cottage that has a queen size bed. There is a private sandy beach on the property for swimming and boating. All have full kitchens and baths. All linen, BBQ, full free fast internet access, playground for children, even firewood for the fire on the beach.
Perfect for a quiet, relaxing getaway or a romantic vacation.
‘View of the Sea Cottages ’ is located in the middle of Cape Breton island, 10 minutes from North Sydney and provides a beautiful setting to enjoy and explore all the beauty of the island. One and a half drive in any direction you are on another shore of the island.

We also happen to be just a few miles away from Donelda's Bird Watching tour and Bird Island boat tours that visits the Bird Islands - a nature sanctuary. Take a trip up North to the many beaches in the Highlands National Park or enjoy a Whale Watch tour.
The possibilities are endless!Please note that it is our policy to collect a valid credit card (Visa or MasterCard), and retrieve a 50% deposit ahead of time to hold your requested accommodations. We are also required to charge 15% harmonized sales tax.
We are a pet friendly establishment. Pet fees are $25.00 to cover the additional cleaning needs.
Please note that smoking is not permitted inside our cottages according to Canadian law. There is a $150.00 room recovery fee for smoking inside any accommodation.

Property manager

Mark and Gina Ryan

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Lake view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

You are on vacation; enjoy your stay!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6

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 and a deadlock

Property Registration Number 3080714, RYA-2023-24-06231630422353945-1752

About the area

Big Bras d'Or

Located in Big Bras d'Or, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Ross Ferry Provincial Park and Johnson Lake Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science and Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Big Bras d'Or, NS

What's nearby

Great Bras d'Or Range Rear Lighthouse - 3 min drive
Dalem Lake Provincial Park - 8 min drive
Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal - 18 min drive
North Sydney Historical Society - 18 min drive
Centre 200 - 33 min drive

Getting around

Sydney, NS (YQY) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

Cedar House Bakery and Restaurant - 8 min drive
Fitzgerald's Restaurant Ltd - 7 min drive
Captain Capers Fish & Chips - 22 min drive
Bona Albert - 28 min drive
Kitchen 1409 - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your private beach is waiting for you, Bras d' Or Lake, Cape Breton pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Your private beach is waiting for you, Bras d' Or Lake, Cape Breton?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your private beach is waiting for you, Bras d' Or Lake, Cape Breton?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your private beach is waiting for you, Bras d' Or Lake, Cape Breton located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bras d'Or Lake and Great Bras d'Or Range Rear Lighthouse. Dalem Lake Provincial Park is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

31 Aug 2016

Definitely home away from home feel at the cabins!

My family & I really enjoyed our stay at View of the Sea. Mark & Gina were friendly & made us feel at home. The kids were happy the cabins had WiFi & I was happy they had a fully stocked kitchen. There wasn't anything I needed that wasn't there for me. There was bottled water in the fridge & some coffee to get me started before I could get to the store. I really liked the that there was only 3 cabins so it wasn't over crowed with people. It was quiet & we had a beautiful view. We definitely would recommend staying there & will be back again. Cindy

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

About the host

Hosted by Mark and Gina Ryan

Originally known as Sampson's Cottages, Mark and Gina took over the family business in 2002 and made many updates. We call our business, "View of the Sea Cottages" after the Gaelic name, Sealladh Na Mara. We have loved welcoming visitors from around the world for over 20 years and looking forward to welcoming more for years to come. Our favourite visitors are those of family reunions. We just love seeing families coming together and enjoying themselves in seeing each other an experiencing what we have to offer.

Why they chose this property

We love the location of the cottages because they are at the mouth of the Bras d'Or Lake with the Atlantic Ocean yet 10 minutes from the town of North Sydney.. Our love of boating, fishing, hunting helped us fall in love for our area.

What makes this property unique

Our cottages are located in the middle of Cape breton Island where you can travel an hour and a half in any direction and you will find yourself on an another shore of the island. By being so central, just 10 minutes from North Sydney, everything the island has to offer is available for you when you visit. At the cottages you have all the comforts of home and more: beach, fire pit, playground for children and horseshoes.

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