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Isles Cape • Private• Hot Tub• Fire Table• BBQ
Welcome to Isles Cape ✨ The entire home is yours to enjoy! Escape to a thoughtfully designed, modern getaway where comfort meets simplicity. This private, single-level home features 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, conveniently located between Sydney and Glace Bay. Whether you’re visiting for work, family getaway, or a Cape Breton adventure, you’ll find everything you need for a relaxing, comfortable, and memorable stay—complete with a private backyard patio to unwind after exploring.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 427 reviews
Beaver Cove Beach House
Renovated 2-bedroom, 560 sq. ft. located 20 metres from water on the Bras d'Or Lakes. Wrap-around deck, pine interior. Washer, dryer, dishwasher, 3-piece shower bathroom, water cooler, full sized fridge, stove, microwave. Fibre-connected internet, Wifi, and smart TV. Excellent cellular coverage. Please note that nightly prices include all Airbnb fees. Minutes drive to: Beaver Cove Takeout: 2 Highland Village & pub: 20 Sydney & 4 golf courses: 30 Baddeck: 60 Cabot Links and Cliffs Golf: 90
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 244 reviews
Seaside Hideaway; sleeps 10, 2 mins to the beach
Soak up modern charm of this renovated basement fully converted into a 5 bdrm with 5 queen beds & 1 large bthrm w/ double vanity only 2 mins to the beach. It boasts large living room & huge kitchen. Although it is a basement, there are a few stairs to access the space, yet the entrances & hallways are more than 5' wide. Each bdrm has large window & black out blinds. The space is equipped with Geothermal for heating & cooling. Children and pets are welcome but please be respectful of space.
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews
Cape Breton’s Shoreline Point
Waterfront Apartment Nestled in a Restored Barn with Breathtaking Views. Enjoy a Maritime experience, walk along the shoreline. Catch the Sunsets. Enjoy the local cuisine. Private 2 bedroom suite in a restored barn, sleeps 6. Perched on the St. Andrew’s Channel leading to the Brasd’Or Lakes and to the Atlantic Ocean. Just steps from a working Maritime Warf that will offer you a front row seat to watch the local fishermen. Centrally located. Minutes from the Trans-Canada Highway and NFLD Ferry.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews
Private Waterfront Luxury w/Hot Tub & Barrel Sauna
Modern relaxed lake front home with floor to ceiling windows giving you amazing waterfront views. Open bright layout with wood burning stove in the living room to warm up on chilly evenings. Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, oven and stove. Master bedroom has a king size bed with ensuite washroom. Second bedroom has queen size bed and third bedroom has 2 twin beds. There is also a main washroom with bathtub and shower. High speed fiber optic internet is available.
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews
Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment in Quiet Neighborhood
Welcome to Beaumont! Our spacious 2-bedroom, 1 full bathroom apartment is found in a quiet, desirable subdivision of Sydney River. Designed to be bright and airy with vintage touches, you will forget you are in a basement! Having all the amenities of home, our apartment is equipped with a complete kitchen, dining area, even a full washer and dryer. Our apartment is situated with easy highway access and is a short five-minute drive to downtown Sydney and a 45 minute drive to the Cabot Trail.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviews
Private, Modern Cape Cod Loft
Welcome to our newly-renovated, private one-bedroom suite in Sydney. Located close to Cape Breton University (5 minutes), the Airport (8 minutes) and downtown Sydney (12 minutes). This space has a 4-piece bathroom, 1 bedroom with queen bed, living room, and a full kitchen with sink, fridge, stove, and island seating for two. Features include TV with cable, WiFi, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, kettle, and over-the-range microwave. Contactless check-in with keypad entry through private door.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews
Waterfront 4 bedroom house with hot tub
Welcome to “Point Beithe” (birch point in Gaelic). This beautiful home sits on its own point surrounded by 180° of Mira River waterfront age. You will also enjoy access to your own small private island that is connected by a shallow sand bar. Sit out on the large deck or floating dock to enjoy the views of the river, launch kayaks, paddle boards, and swim. We have signed up for the strongest internet service offered in the area (Starlink). Cellular reception is not great in the area.
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
Seaside Cabot Trail Retreat
Escape to our oceanfront paradise in St. Ann's Bay on the scenic Cabot Trail! This brand new, spacious 2-bed home offers modern design and open concept living. Sleeps 6 with a queen bedroom, a bedroom with bunk beds (double on the bottom and single up top) and a sofa. Enjoy stunning sunsets, mountain views, and easy access to sightseeing, hiking, boat tours, and restaurants. Immerse yourself in the charm and beauty of Cape Breton, & create unforgettable memories during your stay.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews
Private House on the Mira River with hot tub
Welcome to our 9 acre private lot sitting up on a hill over looking the beautiful Mira River. Enjoy the open concept cottage with spacious bedrooms and large kitchen. A short walk down the hill takes you to your own private beach on the Mira River to swim in the day and enjoy a bon fire at night. The spacious deck has a large hot tub and chairs to enjoy the views. The property also has its own 1km hiking trail that circles the property.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews
Scenic Lakefront Apartment on Bras D'or Lakes
Lakefront apartment provides amazing views in a comfortable setting for an enjoyable vacation or travel to Cape Breton. We are 30 minutes from the Newfoundland Ferry terminal in North Sydney, 20 minutes from the entrance to the Cabot Trail via the Englishtown Cable Ferry . We are 30 minutes from the Village of Baddeck, home of the Alexander Graham Bell Museum and the and the Falls in rear Baddeck. Louisbourg is 1 1/2 hours away.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews
Cedar chalet 4 min from skii hill
Welcome to our beautiful cabin located on hwy 4 only 13 min from Sydney River, 5min from the ski hill and benion marina, 1 min from the country market where you can get anything needed including a ice cream sore in summer and small liquor store. If you’re joining us in the summer we are only 1.5min from east bay sand bar an amazing beach and 3min from the walking trails:) complete with fire pit and large back deck.
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviewsPopular amenities for Cape Breton holiday rentals
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