Vacation rentals in Big Bras d'Or

San Adaleida (Priv. HotTub/Firepit/Kayaks)

****If we don’t have availability message us so we can accommodate you at a different listing at the same location!! -an unforgettable experience -a true modern upscale lake house with aspects of luxury -adventurous & exciting setting -great service, friendly & helpful -mid-stay cleaning, laundry services & private concierge (for a fee) -offgrid cabin/cottage feel but with the amenities & service of an upscale hotel -privacy barrier acts like a country bar-like table for your drinks & ashtrays

Cape Breton’s Shoreline Point

Waterfront Apartment Nestled in a Restored Barn with Breathtaking Views. Enjoy a Maritime experience, walk along the shoreline. Catch the Sunsets. Enjoy the local cuisine. Private 2 bedroom suite in a restored barn, sleeps 6. Perched on the St. Andrew’s Channel leading to the Brasd’Or Lakes and to the Atlantic Ocean. Just steps from a working Maritime Warf that will offer you a front row seat to watch the local fishermen. Centrally located. Minutes from the Trans-Canada Highway and NFLD Ferry.

Serenity Under Seal Island Bridge

Come to Serenity under Seal Island for a stay that will appease all senses. It is quietly tucked at the base of Kelly’s Mountain in New Harris. This property gives you access to all selling points of Cape Breton Island, the Cabot Trail is at your finger tips. North Sydney and Newfoundland Ferry are 15 minutes away and Sydney sitting at 45 mins away. This home is equipped with everything you need for a short or long term stay. Morning coffee looking onto the Brads’Or Lakes is priceless! No pets

Black Rock Stables

If you enjoy a beautiful view, a peaceful and secluded rural setting and being surrounded by animals (wild and domestic) then this is the place for you! Black Rock Stables was built as an equestrian facility; however, the focus is now on providing small scale dog/cat boarding and the breeding of healthy and happy Scottish terriers. Even so, a few elderly equines can often be seen mowing the grass, and we now have a small petting zoo for your children to enjoy. Registration number STR2526A6090

* Bàta Oceanfront Cottage | Serene, Cabot Trail *

Escape to Bàta Oceanfront Cottage, a four-season gem on the Cabot Trail. Enjoy sweeping ocean views, total tranquility, and direct access to Cape Breton’s top attractions—golf, hiking, skiing, artisan shops, and pristine beaches. This beautifully appointed retreat offers four bedrooms plus an oceanfront bunkhouse. Tasteful décor, full amenities, and a cozy wood stove make it perfect year-round. Set on two private acres with a beach, large yard, and spacious deck for relaxing or entertaining.

Driftwood Cottage, Gateway to the Cabot Trail.

This fully equipped cottage has everything you need for a comfortable stay: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a pull-out couch, washer, dryer, Smart TV, Wi-Fi, and a full kitchen with a fridge, stove/oven, microwave, coffee maker, and BBQ. Enjoy views stunning views of St. Ann's Bay. Located 1 minute from the Englishtown Ferry to the Cabot Trail, between Baddeck and North Sydney, and just across the ferry the beautiful Cape Breton Highlands National Park the perfect base for exploring Cape Breton.

Robyn’s Nest, where modern meets country

Come enjoy the Robyn’s Nest! Your modern country home away from home. Enjoy a quiet evening by the fire and venture to the nearby beaches by day. In the evening you can enjoy local entertainment nearby. Or plan your excursion around our beautifully raw Cabot Trail!! The people are special and your stay will be special. We will help you in every way to enjoy your stay. The best places to eat and shop. Come relax worry-free at our private hideaway just two minutes from Trans Canada Highway:)

Fabulous Beach House*Oceanfront*Peaceful*Relaxing

We now have faster internet! Beautiful space overlooks the beach and ocean (where the Atlantic flows into the Bras D'or Lakes). Bright, spacious, open concept living space with 10-foot ceilings. Main level bedroom and 2nd level loft, which has three single beds and half bath. The loft is very spacious and has ample headspace. Surround deck with glass. Excellent location close to amenities and festivals. Great place to get away from it all ..peaceful. The private beach is a hidden gem.

MacLeod Cove: secluded cottage with private shore

MacLeod Cove is a 4-bedroom cottage on the Bras d'Or, Cape Breton's beautiful inland sea. Enjoy ocean views and private cove, within 25 minutes drive of Baddeck, North Sydney (Newfoundland ferry terminal), and the Cabot Trail. Smoking and fires of any kind are not permitted anywhere on the property. The cottage is very private, surrounded by forest and sea. We upgraded our wifi to high speed fiber in 2026. Nova Scotia Tourism Registration Number: RYA-2023-24-03271934149500512-432

Seaside Cabot Trail Retreat

Escape to our oceanfront paradise in St. Ann's Bay on the scenic Cabot Trail! This brand new, spacious 2-bed home offers modern design and open concept living. Sleeps 6 with a queen bedroom, a bedroom with bunk beds (double on the bottom and single up top) and a sofa. Enjoy stunning sunsets, mountain views, and easy access to sightseeing, hiking, boat tours, and restaurants. Immerse yourself in the charm and beauty of Cape Breton, & create unforgettable memories during your stay.

Waterfront homestead on 4 landscaped acres.

Balmor Landing provides a charming Cape Breton experience, staying in a 150 year old Nova Scotian homestead property. Tucked away on 4 rambling acres of private, landscaped gardens, complete with apple, cherry and plum orchards, goldfish pond, large front & rear wooden decks, fire pits, and 100 feet of private rugged coastline overlooking a calm ocean inlet, It’s the perfect spot for kayaks, canoes and other water sports. (For a full house tour on social, IG @balmor_landing)

Rossiter Cabin 3 Queen Beds

Relax with the family at this peaceful home away from home in scenic Big Bras d'Or. We are only 15 minutes to North Sydney and the Newfoundland Ferry, 30 minutes to Sydney, 20 minutes to the Englishtown ferry and 30 minutes to Baddeck. This cottage is quaintly tucked in the woods but only a ten minute walk to the shore and a beautiful sandy beach. We are also a 5 minutes stroll to the Bird Island Boat Tours. Note: Only small non shedding dogs due to allergies.