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Mountainside Cabin by the Ocean, Cabot Trail

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Mountainside Cabin by the Ocean, Cabot Trail

One of two identical cabins on site, this one has a view of the mountains and the best late afternoon / evening sun shining on the covered deck.

- There are only 2 cabin rentals on 28 acres of wilderness property - lots of privacy!
- Each cabin has 2 bedrooms with queen beds and a futon.
- Comfortable for 4 people, a 5th could be accommodated using futon as a bed.
- Fully equipped kitchens with everything needed to cook.
- Coffee maker, bodum and pour-over. Bring coffee pre-ground.
- Salt, Pepper, Sugar - bring your own cooking ingredients and groceries.
- Full bathrooms with bathtubs.
- Wood stove & electric heat. Wood provided during winter and spring seasons.
- BBQ, propane provided.
- Access to two communal firepits and outdoor kitchen shelter. Bundles of wood for $15 each plus hst.
- Wifi, Cable TV (with CRAVE / HBO channels).
- Board Games, fiction and nature books, art supplies for rainy days.
- Archery on site from June until mid-November!
- Several hiking trails through the woods, along the ocean and down by a river.

You can visit the traditional archery range on site and take lessons with the owner, Jay. There are guided tours through the woods and by the ocean shooting 3D targets and learning about plants and fungi along the way. Hiking trails along the cliffs with amazing views of Cape Smokey, sea birds and seals. Wreck Cove Wilderness Cabins are near the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, beaches and is the perfect home base to discover the Cabot trail.

Property manager

Jay Rawding

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
1 total pets
Note from host: Pet policies should be reviewed before booking.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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-2023-04101104097919317-42321, STR2425A6395

About the area

Map
Birch Plains, NS

What's nearby

  • Cape Smokey Provincial Park - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Ski Cape Smokey - 18 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 23 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Highlands Links - 27 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal - 63 min drive - 71.3 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dancing Moose Cafe Inc - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mermaid Seeker Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cal's Resturant & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountainside Cabin by the Ocean, Cabot Trail pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Mountainside Cabin by the Ocean, Cabot Trail?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountainside Cabin by the Ocean, Cabot Trail?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountainside Cabin by the Ocean, Cabot Trail located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Cape Smokey Provincial Park and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Ski Cape Smokey. Saint Anns Bay and Cape Breton Highlands National Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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