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Cozy cottage w/sunset views + quick walk to a private beach (dog friendly!)

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, beach towels
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy cottage w/sunset views + quick walk to a private beach (dog friendly!)

Welcome to Sunset Lane Cottage. This cozy space is the perfect Cape Breton Island retreat! We are on a beautiful half acre private property with boho-cottage beach decor. Are you into stunning nightly sunsets, private beach walks, relaxation around the fire pit, and delicious baked goods? We've got you covered! We are located off of the beautiful Cabot Trail for your convenience. If you are an ocean lover, you can either walk 3-5 minutes down a private path to your own beach, or drive 2 minutes up the road to Le Buttereau, which features stunning Highland Park views as you picnic, swim, play, stand-up-paddle or kayak in your salt + fresh water haven. Sunset Lane Cottage is located 0.5kms to Aucoin's Bakery, 3.9kms to the Highlands National Park, 2.9 kms to the Gypsum Mines, 2.5kms to Cheticamp and local restaurants, and 12 kms to the Skyline Trail.

Property manager

Angela Chiasson-Murphy

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: We welcome larger dogs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04262203438946442-28

About the area

Map
Petit Etang, NS

What's nearby

  • Le Portage Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Cheticamp Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Skyline Trail - 19 min drive - 19.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Gabriel Restaurant & Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Evangeline-Pizza Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mr Chicken - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪L’abri - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Robin's Donuts - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cottage w/sunset views + quick walk to a private beach (dog friendly!) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cozy cottage w/sunset views + quick walk to a private beach (dog friendly!)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cottage w/sunset views + quick walk to a private beach (dog friendly!)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cottage w/sunset views + quick walk to a private beach (dog friendly!) located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Sunset Art Gallery and within 3 miles (5 km) of Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Cheticamp Visitor Centre. Les Trois Pignons and Le Portage Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Cozy cottage w/sunset views + quick walk to a private beach (dog friendly!) Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Site seeing the fall colours in Cabot Trail
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie-Ann J.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 days at sunset lane
The cottage was immaculate and supplied with everything. It is a great location to a local beach and trails in the National Park. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
We stayed three nights and loved the location and the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Stay
This was our fourth and final stay on our Nova Scotia vacation and it was lovely, so restful. The cottage was perfectly wonderful and we left with grateful hearts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay on the west coast of the island
Wonderful place to stay. Great location, very comfy and well appointed. We had a wonderful time spending 6 days using this as our home base while exploring all over the highlands park. Will definitely stay here again when we return to Cape Breton.return
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Very well equipped kitchen for any length of stay, good supply of coffee, great barbecue
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
All the comforts of home
This was more than just a place to base your adventures from it was also great to relax, hang out, be right at home in. The nearby beach is huge and beautiful and the cottage is adorable and comfortable! Had everything we needed and more right at hand.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pieter K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Hooker’s Dream
We came to Cheticamp to see the rug hooking experts and we were very pleased. The people we met and the rugs that we saw were absolutely GREAT. We also had a great trip on the Cabot Trail! The house was perfect. Well appointed, lots of room and everything we could ever want. It was perfectly located - near everything that one could want in Cheticamp. We loved the bakery Au Coin and the restaurants in the area. A great vacation place! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This was one of our favorite rentals when staying in numerous rentals across Nova Scotia and PEI. It it located on the edge of Cheticamp and the edge of Cape Brenton Highlands National Park. The house was clean and bright with lots of natural light. There is a walking path to the beach where the sunsets were beautiful. Cheticamp is a cute town with some shops and restaurants. We enjoyed the Doryman for the food and music, breakfast at Restaurant Evangeline and pizza from Wabo's Pizza.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We had a great time. The cottage has a great location and had everything we needed. It was very clean and comfortable. We hope to be back one day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
This place is clean, quiet, quaint and perfect for a week long stay. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific place!
Great location near the Park, comfy, clean, great layout for 2 couples, terrific host.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

marianne b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Splendid environment
Amazing quiet place at the edge of a village.with private access to the huge beach and petite etang. Our dog was so happy here. All you need is in the house even a lot of nice coffee. Thank you Angela.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Darrell G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall colours
Very clean property. Everything we needed for a relaxing weekend. Enjoyed the short walk to the private beach. Close to many hiking trails and amenities in Cheticamp. Would definitely recommend this property and would return without hesitation
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Beautiful
Absolutely stunning views near by, 20 minutes to the skyline trail (gorgeous drive the time flies). The host has really put love and effort into all the little details of this place. It was extremely cozy and welcoming to come back to at the end of the day. Would 1000% stay again! Suggestions to make it even better would be to have some soap available for the shower, increase water pressure if at all possible (it’s not a deal breaker). Very happy we had the opportunity to stay here. The host is also very talented with her macramé skills, which you can enjoy throughout the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keli S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and cozy
The property is cozy and very clean. The cottage is well stocked and we liked the coffee bar area. We loved the location including being so close to town, the park entrance, and the delicious bakery. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clio K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay in Cheticamp
We loved this beautifully decorated, contemporary and comfortable place, which was a perfect base for hiking the eastern side of Cape Breton Highlands National Park - just a 5min drive to the visitor centre. The cottage is in a peaceful neighbourhood just a bit off the main road, and everything was very comfortable - lots of light, comfy beds, and a great couch and rocking chair for reading. Very well appointed kitchen where we enjoyed cooking dinners - it was so pleasant we weren’t even tempted to go out to eat. The place is beautifully decorated too, lots of nice attention to detail. Great communication with hosts as well. All around a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cape Breton escape
Perfect location for a quiet getaway. The cottage was very comfortable and well equipped. The private beach was a five-minute walk away. The nearby bakery was fifteen minutes away on foot and was excellent. Restaurants and various craft outlets a few minutes away by car. Right on the doorstep of the Highlands National Park with its breathtaking trails. A wonderful place to spend a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
My husband and I, as well as our two dogs, absolutely loved this home and had a hard time leaving! We have stayed at numerous rentals and this one felt more like home than many! Loved the fact that we could walk right to the water, and the views of the surrounding hills and the peak of the ocean from the house was very special. The home itself is so warm and welcoming, and has everything you need. And spotless...so a special thanks to Melissa's mom for that! We did not have the best weather but made the most of our time there and actually loved our drives along the coast when the ocean was a bit angry! Of course the Cabot Trail was on our list, and though the day we did a drive over to Ingonish it started out cloudy and foggy, the other side of the island was beautiful with blue skies! On one of our drives, I was thrilled to find the campground in Inverness that I went to as a child with my family and never forgot, even though I was never sure of the location on Cape Breton! All in all, just magical. Thank you so much Melissa, we will never forget our time there! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne E., Beverly, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
This property is lovely! Angela certainly attends to the details her guests will appreciate. Well cared-for front and back lawns, complete kitchen, super comfy sleeping, dining, and lounging areas. The cottage is located close to Cheticamp where many dining options are available. The private beach is certainly private which we LOVED. The location and bright cheery nautical decor helped create an oasis of tranquility from our busy lives. Definitely a Premiere host. We would stay here again if ever back up to Cape Breton from the USA!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Cape Breton Gem!
Such a perfect spot to spend a week exploring Cape Breton. This home is charming, immaculate, and we had everything we needed. The location between Cape Breton Highlands National Park and the town of Cheticamp was very convenient. The Aucoin bakery just down the street was amazing! We stopped there several times picking up sandwiches and treats for our trips into the park. A must do hike is the Skyline Trail which is only about 20 minutes from the house. We also enjoyed our drive along the Cabot Trail to Ingonish. We did have two rainy days and we enjoyed visiting Les Trois Pignons to learn about rug hooking, the Freya and Thor folk art gallery, and the quirky Centre de la Micareme. There’s a short wooded pathway from the house to a private beach area and if you want to swim or catch an amazing sunset there’s also Le Buttereau Beach, a short drive from the house. Another recommended hike is the Gypsum Mine Lake trail which is only about a 5 minute drive from the house. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely rental.
Very organized, private and well thought out. Lovely shoreline after short path.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Cape Breton vacation
Great cottage and location. It had all everything you could have wanted. And the start of Cabot Trail just down the road. Really had a relaxing time. And great place for our dog. Huge yard for her to run around.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marci S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at Sunset Cottage!
Sunset Cottage is in a great location- just a few minutes to multiple beaches, Cape Breton National Park, the fabulous Aucoin bakery and Cheticamp. The cottage was very clean and freshly updated with a welcoming, beachy decor. The beds were extremely comfortable, the kitchen is very well equipped, and lots of extras were provided that are helpful to travelers. We loved having the washer and dryer. We stayed 9 nights and never had a shortage of things to do. From the cottage you are just minutes away from all that the west side has to offer! Angela was very communicative and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would be happy to return!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on earth
The house was charming and spotlessly clean. The location was amazing. Really a perfect spot to unwind
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023