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Downstairs (Unit 2) in New House, Deck, Hiking Trails Nearby

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15220 Cabot Trail
 - Unit 1 (upstairs) & unit 2 (downstairs)
mirror in bathroom
15220 Cabot Trail
- Unit 1 (upstairs) & Unit 2 (downstairs)
bathtub with shower
bathroom - mirror & vanity

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Chéticamp, NS
  • Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Le Portage Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Les Trois Pignons
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Downstairs (Unit 2) in New House, Deck, Hiking Trails Nearby

This listing is for Unit 2 (apartment downstairs) in a brand new house on main street in Cheticamp, on the Cabot Trail.

The house has two apartments (i.e. Unit 1 on the main floor & Unit 2 downstairs).

Unit 2 (apartment downstairs) has the following characteristics:
- it is spacious (3 large bedrooms);
- it has large windows to let the sun and light come in;
- it has its own private entrance;
- it is close to trails for snowmobiles and ATV's (on trails, head towards Cheticamp & then follow sign to Sunset Vacation Home);
- is on main street, within walking distance of restaurants, grocery store, church & hospital;
- is a 20 min. drive to the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, on the world-famous Cabot Trail, which has spectacular scenery & hiking trails;
- is a 10 min. drive to the Portage Golf Course, beaches, bakery shop & pub with excellent fiddle music; and
- is a 45 min. drive to two renowned golf courses in Inverness - Cabot Links & Cabot Cliffs.

Unit 2 is very central on Cape Breton Island, being only about a day's trip to most parts of the island.

Property manager

Georgina Aucoin
Premier Host

Languages

English, French
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: 10
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04170939462174252-15220

About the area

Cheticamp

Located in Cheticamp, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Cheticamp Visitor Centre, while Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa and Centre de la Mi-Carême are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Chéticamp, NS

What's nearby

  • Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Le Portage Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Les Trois Pignons - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cheticamp Visitor Centre - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Skyline Trail - 21 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Gabriel Restaurant & Lounge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Evangeline-Pizza Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mr Chicken - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪L’abri - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Robin's Donuts - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Downstairs (Unit 2) in New House, Deck, Hiking Trails Nearby pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Downstairs (Unit 2) in New House, Deck, Hiking Trails Nearby?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downstairs (Unit 2) in New House, Deck, Hiking Trails Nearby?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downstairs (Unit 2) in New House, Deck, Hiking Trails Nearby located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa and Centre de la Mi-Carême. Le Portage Golf Club and Les Trois Pignons are also within 1 mile (2 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. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles Y.

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

Excellent

Great place to stay in Cheticamp.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G.

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

Great stay for family wedding

We were looking for a place to call home for family and myself while in Cheticamp for a wedding .. this was just right for us felt like home .. and the fudge was a special treat .. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our party of retirees thoroughly enjoyed the accommodations. The beds were comfortable, the entire place was super clean and secure, and ample supplies were provided for our use. We greatly appreciated the personal letter and treat, as well as all the information for enjoying the area of Cheticamp. We had outdoor space available and a BBQ which we used. The location was walkable to several restaurants, the boardwalk, shops and sights. The host communicated in a timely manner and offered great information. A wonderful experience in a beautiful part of Cape Breton. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

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

Comfy, clean, and spacious!

The house was spotless, the beds were very comfortable and the bed linens were really nice and cozy. We loved the big deep bathtub, the washer and dryer, and the recliner sofa. We also loved all the space. It was by far the nicest place we stayed at during our trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

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

Awesome

Spotless and very roomy. Host was very responsive and helpful. Wonderful property for a family or group.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Cheticamp short visit.

Location was great for us as we were visiting family nearby. The unit was very clean and roomy. The amenities were more than adequate. Meeting our host was very enjoyable and she was a true example of the friendly people of the Cheticamp region.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulette C.

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

Clean and has everything you need

Great accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a lovely stay in Chéticamp! The unit is so clean and very comfortable. We felt right at home. The area is amazing. MANY beautiful hiking trails and a short drive to pleasant bay for some whale watching tours. The drive between Chéticamp and Pleasant Bay is beautiful and scenic. Georgina’s home helped to make our first visit to Cape Breton a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry R.

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

Excellent accommodations

Would recommend it
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

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

Well appointed accommodation, good location in Cheticamp

When my wife picked out this unit, I had reservations because it is downstairs. Despite being downstairs, there are views of the Cheticamp harbor from 2 bedrooms and it is extremely well furnished, including dishwasher and washer/dryer, well designed and well maintained. Owner was extremely responsive and helpful. Additional pluses include a storage shed—we kept our bicycles there, it’s walking distance from several good restaurants and two venues with live music. A pleasant boardwalk along the harbor starts across the street. A downside is that the patio is in the back with views of the parking area, and the police station (we felt secure, however, because of proximity to police). Overall we had a great stay—I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

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

Fantastic accommodations

Fantastic accommodations for a family. Everything you need . Great location, spotless and easy check in process. Don’t let the idea of staying in a basement fool you. It was bright and comfortable . Heat pump keeps the place warm or cold, whatever you like. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander M.

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

Perfectly clean apartment! Really recommend it!

We where overwhelmed with the nice and so clean apartment. There was also a book with all things to do in the area, and the history of chéticamp. We where with 4 kids. The rooms are big enough, good beds for 6 people. You can not get a better stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Assaf

Liked: Amenities
Great place, thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Family long weekend

House was very clean and very private The outside deck was great! Great stay and Georgina was easy to contact and deal with. Highly recommend this property 5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and spacious living area with a nice kitchen, good internet and a big TV. Very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

Great place, better than a hotel!

This was our family’s first time doing a short term rental rather than hotel and the experience was great. Georgina was great with communicating and we appreciated the resources about the area and history of the property. Made travelling with a family so easy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Great place, clean and tidy

I would definitely recommend this property. Close to the national park but also in town so good for shops and food etc. The property was easy to find and access. It was very clean and tidy. There were 4 adults staying in our party and there was plenty of room. All in all a great place to stay and explore the Cabot Trail from
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen Z.

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

Great spot!

This was an excellent spot! Top notch in every way. Everything seemed brand new and if anyone else had ever stayed there, there was no evidence of it The location is also perfect- right at the start of Chetticamp boardwalk and close to the grocery store as well as the restaurants and shops. Georgina was very attentive in responding to emails and the information she leaves for her guests is most entertaining and helpful. All around 100%
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam B., Antigonish

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

Clean, bright, well stocked unit for family

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the basement unit. The unit was spotless, well supplied with everything we needed and in a great location to explore local sights. The bedroom with 2 beds was great for our children (no bunk beds- no arguing over who gets which bunk!). The living space was cozy with an open concept into the kitchen which was just perfect. We appreciated the ease of check in and flexibility in the check out. Thanks so much for a stress free getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dominic M.

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

J'étais surpris de savoir qu'une communauté francophone existait en Nouvelle-Ecosse... agréable !!!

très propre. En plus, nous avons eu droit à de petits sucreries en arrivant !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelby R.

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

Cute little apartment

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Cheticamp! The basement unit was super clean, and had many personal touches! We cannot wait to come back and stay at this unit again! thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Georgina Aucoin

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Please see binder inside the house entitled "Things to do/see in Cheticamp".
I have put this binder together while I had extra time during the Covid 19 pandemic.

Why they chose this property

This property is very important to me because it is in the area where I was born & raised.

I bought this property in 2017 from Emilie Burns, who lived next door to us when we were brought up. She sold her house to me because she was moving to a Nursing Home. Her house is now also being rented out as a vacation home under the name "Waterfront Cheticamp Vacation Home".

I decided to build a 2nd house in 2020-2021 on Emilie's property because I was looking for a project for retirement. This 2nd house is behind Emilie Burns' house. It is rented out as a vacation home under the name "Sunset & Water View Cheticamp Vacation Home - Units 1 & 2".

What makes this property unique

You can go outside and see Amazing Sunsets & Magnificient View of Cheticamp Harbour (these are only partially visible from inside the unit because unit is downstairs)

Pet friendly

On main road, withing walking distance of boardwalk, restaurants, stores, hospital...

Close to the Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Situated on the world-famous Cabot Trail

Close to two world-renowned golf courses in Inverness (Cabot Links & Cabot Cliffs)

Languages:

English, French

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