Margaree-a-ville Cottage

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A house with a visible kitchen area, a window overlooking a grassy yard, and a view of trees and a sunset.
A wooden cabin interior with a fireplace, a television, a dining area, and a bookshelf.
A wooden interior with a dining table, chairs, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.
A wood-burning stove in a room with a bookshelf and a wooden wall.
A single-story house with a porch, a chimney, and a view of the sunset.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • High-speed internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Margaree Harbour, NS
  • Place, MacKinnons Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Margaree Harbour Range Front Lighthouse
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Whale Cove Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Margaree Harbour

Located in Margaree Harbour, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chimney Corner Nature Reserve and Sugarloaf Mountain Wilderness Area, while Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa and Margaree Salmon Museum are cultural highlights. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Map
Margaree Harbour, NS

What's nearby

  • MacKinnons Beach - 2 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Margaree Harbour Range Front Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Whale Cove Beach - 4 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Chimney Corner Nature Reserve - 6 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Chimney Corner Beach - 8 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Belle View Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Woodroad Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Family Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Belle View Restaurant Ltd - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Margaree-a-ville Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Margaree-a-ville Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Margaree-a-ville Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Margaree-a-ville Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Margaree-a-ville Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Margaree Harbour Range Front Lighthouse and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from MacKinnons Beach. Whale Cove Beach and Cormier Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great views, and gracious hosts! Would visit again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had amazing stay at Gus and Gertrude’s. It was a perfect base camp for our fall salmon fishing adventure. It was so nice to come back to a cozy cabin after cold long days on the river. Gus and Gertrude were amazing hosts, highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very nice place to relax and explore up and down the Nova Scotia coast. The hosts are so friendly and generous (the welcome basket was fantastic!!). There are nice views in every direction and the place is very well equipped and very clean. Such a quiet place to sit outside and just take in the views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cabin! The only thing better than the home and the grounds are Gus and Gert - they are so welcoming, generous, and gracious! We hope to be back many times.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
My family and I had a fantastic time at Gert and Gus’s place! It was clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming when we arrived. The property is amazing - make sure you take the walk down to the river for a truly magical moss-covered forest floor experience! My two young children (7 and 2) really enjoyed their stay as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay! Gus and Gert were there to greet us when we arrived and made is feel very welcome. They truly went the extra mile to make sure everything was perfect. The kitchen was exceptionally well equipped with everything we could possibly need, which made our stay even more comfortable and enjoyable.Everything was exceptionally clean. We really appreciated all the extra touches and care. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful hosts, property and location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An exceptional stay from beginning to end. Our hosts, Gus and Gert, were incredibly warm and inviting, and attentive to our needs.The property is fabulous with views from all angles. And it’s clear that it was built with love and pride.The thoughtfulness in the accommodations was what we were most impressed with. Thank you for making our stay feel likehome. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage, stunning views, outstanding hosts. Gus and Gert were wonderful hosts. They personally greeted us and made us feel right at home. They even left a lovely welcome basket that is something we’ve never been treated to by a host in the past. They gave us helpful information before we arrived and also had an extensive list of local amenities. We have never stayed in a more picturesque location. Not only are the views from the cottage gorgeous, there are lovely views of the river. Don’t miss hiking down to the river through their emerald forest.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gus and Gert were absolutely top notch hosts and were wonderful to talk with. They came personally to walk us through the property (they live next door;) and had a fantastic welcome basket which was much appreciated. Gus gave us great local recommendations and we loved all of them including the Chimney Corner beach which we really enjoyed. The cabin is well appointed with high quality toiletries and appliances throughout. The views are stunning and there is a wonderful hike to a great Salmon river right down the hill. We can't recommend this place enough and we look forward to a return trip one day. Heartfelt thanks to G & G!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you’re looking for a place to stay in or around Margaree, you won’t find a nicer place with nicer hosts!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely setting, lovely house, lovely owners. We enjoyed the golfing, the hike to the river and the views! The cabin had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property and experience. Hosts met us personally upon arrival and were very informative with cottage details and things to do. They were very responsive to inquiries during the stay. Very clean and convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was lovely (well furnished, comfortable beds, everything we needed), the views stunning, and the hosts could not have been more considerate and welcoming. Highly recommend!
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was a perfect location with gorgeous views. The welcome basket was amazing with all kinds of goodies in it! The cabin had everything in it that we could have needed. We loved our visit with Gus and Gert. We highly recommend their cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay

We really loved our stay at this cozy cabin. It was well located (minutes from a lovely beach and 30 minutes from the National Park) and the hosts were wonderful. Would absolutely stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Hosts!

Gus and Gert have a stunning property, a cozy cottage and are the most welcoming and knowledgeable hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

This was our second time staying at Margaree-a-ville and once again it was simply perfect. Beautiful location with amazing views. The cottage was very clean, had everything we needed, and our hosts were just wonderful, so kind and friendly. Highly recommend this place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A special place

Gus & Gurt were wonderful host. We had an amazing week. The cottage was perfect for or family and we really enjoyed the amazing views! Close great beaches and lots to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cape Breton visit

Margaree cottage was great. The views are amazing from the cottage. Very clean and well equipped. Gus and Gert were excellent hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I told Gus and Gert their place was a slice of heaven and it was. They are great hosts. The home is very cute. The views from the house were amazing. We even had fawns visit us. The golf fairway was a lot of fun and we are not even golfers. The porch and deck were wonderful to sit on and listen to the birds. Wildlife, rainbows and beautiful scenery abound. When we got to the home Gert and Gus met us and had a wonderful gift basket made for us. They were very helpful. The house was fully stocked and very comfortable and immaculately clean. The location is great. Only about a 20-25 minute drive to either Cheticamp or Inverness. I could go on and on about this place. I just loved every little bit of it. Thank you so much to our wonderful hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Needs a hot tub
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property exceeded expectations. Anything I could possibly need was supplied and more. Very clean and very thoughtfully appointed, beautiful welcoming basket. Very accommodating hosts. Beautiful views of ocean and mountains. Calming relaxing retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended

Our experience at Gus & Gert's cottage was memorable. They are warm, kind, welcoming and helpful hosts. The cabin is perfectly located, well equiped and quite spacious for a small family. We could not have wished for a better place to stay in Cape Breton!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Cottage

A lovely and private cottage. We absolutely enjoyed the scenic views. The hosts were responsive to our requests. Although there is no AC, the nights cooled and we slept comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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