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Enjoy beautiful waterfront views from the privacy of your own wood fired hot tub that overlooks stunning Lake Ainslie. Cape Breton Lake Cottages is the perfect place to start your day, exploring all that Cape Breton Island has to offer.

The cottages are a fifteen minute drive to amenities such as the world famous Cabot Golf courses, West Mabou beach, Inverness beach and the Glen Breton Distillery. On the property you can kayak on the lake, watch bald eagles and star gaze from your cottage deck at night. The trailhead for walking and biking the fantastic Celtic Shores Coastal Trail is just a five minute drive up the road.

-Book in our one or two bedroom cottages or tiny home. All have full kitchens, wifi, BBQ, AC, and private wood fired hot tub

-Kayak, paddle board, or canoe free on-site

-Fire-pit and free firewood

Open May to November, prices vary

Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Hot Tub
  • Kayak/​Paddleboard Rental
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • WiFi

Locals Know Blog

Winter Hiking Trails of Whycocomagh

Winter is here and it’s the perfect time to get outside and explore our snowy Island! With countless places to hike, snowshoe, ski, sled, skate and snowball fight Cape Breton is truly a winter paradise. We’re...

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Winter Gems – Scenic Seascapes and Sushi in Sydney and Louisbourg

If you are staying in Sydney for the night and you are looking for a quick escape to nature, history, and rugged coastal views then the 30 minute trip to Louisbourg is a great plan!

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Explore With Reshma’s Cape Breton Island Tour

We invited Ottawa-based content creator @ExplorewithReshma to explore Cape Breton Island to experience our vibrant living cultures, coastal trails and unforgettable food. Her multi-day adventure brought her from Downtown Sydney to the Cabot Trail, with memorable...

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