Baddeck & Area

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

Trip Advisor Rating 4.1

Based on 881 Reviews

About

MacNeil House is located in beautiful Baddeck on Cape Breton Island, sharing the property with the Silver Dart Lodge. Whether you want to sit and relax on our observation deck while taking in the beautiful scenery and gorgeous view of the Bras d’Or Lakes or get active and take a hike on the walking trails, kayak on the lakes, or enjoy the Cabot Trail adventures, our goal is to help you build a better Cape Breton vacation. 

Guests can also enjoy a leisurely stroll through Baddeck where you will find a variety of unique shops, a beautiful boardwalk, yacht club, and fantastic views of the Bras d’Or Lakes. We are conveniently located within walking distance of local attractions such as the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and Kidston Island Beach.  
Accommodations include 6 air-conditioned non-smoking suites (Queen or King; 1 or 2 bedrooms), full kitchen, 4-piece bath, cable flat-screen television, and free wireless Internet; most with living room, fireplace. Guest amenities include a Taste of Nova Scotia approved licensed air conditioned dining room, exercise room, heated outdoor pool and gift shop.
Our outdoor activities include swimming, woodland walking trails, basketball, playground and biking. We are your perfect home base for a memorable Cape Breton Vacation and your Cabot Trail adventures. 
 All major credit cards and Direct Debit are accepted. 
Cancellation Policy: Must cancel 24 hours prior to day of arrival (to avoid a credit card charge).

Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Kayak/​Paddleboard Rental
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pets Welcome
  • Restaurant
  • Television
  • WiFi

Locals Know Blog

7 Places for Great Winter Eats

It’s time to find the heartiest, homemade meal on Cape Breton Island this winter.  Our Island offers many options to chase away the chill.

3 Minute Read

7 of the Coziest Cabins in Cape Breton for the Unwinding Season

As autumn’s colours fade and the holidays approach, Cape Breton Island invites you to slow down. Between the busyness of fall and the rush of Christmas comes the Unwinding Season, a quiet, restorative stretch of time...

3 Minute Read

Exceptional Reception

As a songwriter, I’ve often described my creative process as though I have tuned into an invisible radio frequency.

2 Minute Read