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Cottage rentals in Cape Breton Island

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Top-rated cottage rentals in Cape Breton Island

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Cottage in Petit Étang
Le p'tit blanc -- on the Cabot Trail
Located on the awe-inspiring Cabot Trail, Le P'tit Blanc sits on a quaint hill minutes from the entrance of the National Park. Surrounded by peaceful meadows and panoramic views of the highlands, guests are able to retreat and relax while being a short drive from the bars and restaurants of Chéticamp. Only 5 minutes to the beach! There's a General Store that carries everything from groceries to camping supplies (and much more) open late -- only a hop, skip and a jump away from the house.
$191 per night
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Cottage in Cheticamp
La Cabane by The Sea
Renovated and newly furnished cottage near national park. Feb 2023: New second bedroom just added ( was an open loft before). New heat pump which provides air conditioning in summer months also just installed. Note: new stairs to second floor are slightly steeper than normal. Near pub and restaurants. Pebble beach within 5 min walk. Owner lives away, managed by local hotel manager (Albert's Motel ) No smoking and no pets please (strict).
$108 per night
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Cottage in Pleasant Bay
MacToimin Cottage (Private Hot Tub)
Our Cottage is located on The Cabot Trail Surrounded by The Highlands National Park,where you can explore all the hiking trails and breathtaking scenery,walking distance to the ocean and beautiful Sunsets Wake up to the Sunrise over Roberts Mountain There is a small BBQ on the deck for those who would like to BBQ We offer our guests a private hot Tub :) Great for couples .
$128 per night
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Beach cottage rentals in Cape Breton Island

Cottage in Dingwall
Whiskey Mountain Cottage
$169 per night
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Cottage in Ingonish Beach
CHRISTIE'S SMOKEY MOUNTAIN COTTAGE
$147 per night
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Cottage in Chéticamp
Oceanfront Cottage (LeBlanc Chalet)
$238 per night
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Cottage in Port Hood
Family friendly sandy beach front cottage
$257 per night
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Cottage in Grand Étang
Oceanfront 2 Bedroom Cottage Zen Retreat
$202 per night
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Cottage in Ingonish
King's Point Vista - cottage with unbeatable views
$183 per night
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Cottage in Dingwall
Cottage by the Sea; Cabot Trail Cape Breton
$154 per night
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Cottage in Ingonish
Bear Cove Cottages | Cottage 1
$139 per night
Cottage in Dingwall
The Laughing Gull: Waterside Solar Cottage
$128 per night
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Cottage in Chéticamp
Bayview Chalets #19 - Farmstead
$147 per night
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Cottage in Ingonish
Sunflower Brook - Cottage A
$124 per night
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Cottage in Groves Point
Robyn’s Nest , where modern meets country
$128 per night
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Lakefront cottage rentals in Cape Breton Island

Cottage in Grand River
Sable Point Cottage (7p. Hot Tub & Outdr. Shower)
$140 per night
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Cottage in St. Esprit
Lake Cottage Bear- Outdoor Hot Tub/Sauna/Lake View
$135 per night
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Cottage in Grand River
Island View Cottage (waterfront) w/ Private HotTub
$219 per night
Cottage in Scotsville
Ainslie Lake House
$147 per night
Cottage in Scotsville
Cape Breton Lake Cottages. Lakefront with Hot Tub
$216 per night
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Cottage in Gabarus
Sunrise Cottage on the Ocean
$111 per night
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Cottage in East Lake Ainslie
Lake Ainslie Beachfront Cottage
$146 per night
Cottage in Route 395, Inverness
Laughing Loon Cottage
$103 per night
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Cottage in Richmond
Entire Bras d'Or lakefront cottage w'private beach
$183 per night
Cottage in French Rd
Blue Mountain View Lake Cottage
$154 per night
Cottage in St. Esprit
Upscale Lake Cottage Falcon-Outdoor Hot Tub/Sauna
$121 per night
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Cottage in St. Esprit
Cozy Cottage Loon- Upscale Outdoor Hot tub & Sauna
$121 per night
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Cabin rentals in Cape Breton Island

Cabin in Petit Étang
Sunrise Cabin
$146 per night
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Cabin in Cape North
Sunrise Wilderness Cabin, Cabot Trail
$128 per night
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Cabin in Chéticamp
Ocean Cabin - Cabin 4
$118 per night
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Cabin in Inverness
Lakeland Cottages 2 Bedroom A-Frame
$122 per night
Cabin in Baddeck
The Captain's Quarters - Cottage on Bras d'Or Lake
$165 per night
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Cabin in Ingonish Beach
Christies cabin overlooking ingonish harbour
$147 per night
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Cabin in Beaver Cove
Beaver Cove Beach House
$165 per night
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Cabin in Margaree Valley
Secluded Forest Getaway
$102 per night
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Cabin in Pleasant Bay
Flip Flop Villa Ocean and Mountain Views :)
$128 per night
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Cabin in Ingonish
Aurora Cottage At The Spruces
$124 per night
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Cabin in Nova Scotia
Fisherman’s Hideaway
$117 per night
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Cabin in Cape North
Mountainside Cabin along The Cabot Trail #3
$169 per night
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Your guide to Cape Breton Island

All About Cape Breton Island

Located in the turbulent Atlantic waters off the eastern shores of Nova Scotia, Cape Breton Island is known for its rolling forested hills, fishing villages, the expansive and brackish Bras d’Or Lake, and rugged, dramatic coastlines. The remote island has attracted generations of hikers, flyfishers, and kayakers to its vast hinterlands and sprawling seaboards — wild landscapes that shelter enormous populations of moose, black bears, and seasonal migratory whales. Cape Breton’s human residents cluster in several dozen communities scattered across the island, Sydney being the largest.

Museums and art galleries keep the island’s cultural scene current, and several heritage sites invite visitors to learn about the Mi’kmaq people and other Indigenous communities. The island is also famous for its seafood, and you’ll find many restaurants serving up lobster and other locally caught shellfish. As Cape Breton connects easily to the mainland via the Canso Causeway, the broader offerings of Nova Scotia are within reach.


When is the best time to stay in a vacation rental in Cape Breton Island?

Eastern Canada and the North Atlantic waters around Cape Breton Island are subject to a varied climate, with drastic swings in conditions between the seasons. Summers are warm and pleasant, with regular rain showers that create lush, vibrant landscapes. These months are great for hiking, exploring the inland areas, and enjoying the cultural offerings of the local communities. Winters bring frigid temperatures that often fall well below freezing, with heavy snowfall accumulating from November through March. These colder months can still be excellent times to book vacation rentals on Cape Breton Island, as there are plenty of opportunities for cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and nestling up in a cozy cottage in front of a fire.

Most of the island’s festivities and events occur during the summer, when it is comfortable to be outside. All summer long, the Patio Lanterns Festival sees makeshift stages pop up throughout Nova Scotia for free live music and food on patios lit with twinkling lights.


What are the top things to do in Cape Breton Island?

Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site

This 25-acre historic site in the town of Baddeck perches above the Atlantic waters; its angular architecture and expansive glass walls merit a visit alone. Inside, the museum showcases artifacts, re-creations of historic aircraft, underwater submersibles, the world’s first patented telephone, and other achievements from the life of the famed inventor.

The Big Fiddle

This 60-foot statue honors Nova Scotia’s strong Celtic community and its proud musical traditions. It stands in front of the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion in Sydney, which hosts concerts throughout the year. The Port Sydney area offers plenty of options for shopping and dining, as well as a waterfront promenade that provides expansive ocean vistas.

Cape Breton Highlands National Park

This expansive national park and recreation area sits amid Cape Breton’s northern highlands, coniferous forests, and rugged coasts. Miles of hiking trails through the undulating hills bring travelers to the tops of towering peaks, along winding creeks, and to the beaches of secluded mountain lakes. Flyfishing is one of the park’s popular activities, in addition to spotting eagles, moose, and whales in the wild.