Potter's Cottage in Lovely Margaree Valley Margaree Valley, Nova Scotia Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 236435

Rustic cottage and lovely grounds

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Location: Margaree Valley, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada (1.3 hours to Sydney; 3.5 hours to Halifax airport)

Accommodations:  Cottage, 4 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 1 Bath (Sleeps 7-8)

This lovely house is nestled in the heart of Cape Breton Island’s Margaree Valley, famed for its lush beauty, its proximity to the Cabot Trail and the rich salmon fishing in the Margaree River. Located beside the Nile brook, this house is the childhood home of renowned potter Bell Fraser, who now lives and works nearby on the coast in Chimney Corner. The home is situated two miles off the Cabot Trail on a generous property with lots of lovely gardens and trees. Bell and Stewart’s Cape Breton Clay shop is also on the grounds, in a rustic converted barn. It is open regular hours from June to mid-October, (10-5pm most days, when you will most likely be occupied elsewhere).

Photos of the master bedroom will be added soon-currently being renovated.

There are three bedrooms and one bathroom here. This home was built in the 1950’s, but has seen many improvements over the years. There are hardwood floors, a fully equipped kitchen, with lovely tile back splashes executed by the potter; there is a deck for BBQ’s, a living room, dining room, and screened porch, which is lovely on a summer night.

This house is the perfect place to unwind after a day on the river, or after a tour of the Cabot Trail. With a screened veranda and typical home entertainment equipment, like DVD and Satellite TV, you’ll be able to relax in comfort. There is wireless broadband "Ultra" high-speed if you've brought your laptop. If you’ve got some free time, there’s salmon and trout fishing on the world-renowned Margaree River, just minutes away. If you’ve never fished, it’s easy to hire a guide and learn the basics.

You’re also within easy reach of most of the things you might like to see on Cape Breton. The ocean is only twenty minutes away, and there are four spectacular beaches which await you there. Although the west side of the island is spectacular, you can also use our Potter’s House as base for striking out to other parts of Cape Breton, like the golf courses in Baddeck and Cheticamp, the historic Fortress of Louisbourg, or the excellent hiking trail networks in Margaree and Mabou.

You’re also next to the Normaway Inn, which offers excellent food in its lovely dining room, and features local musical talent most nights of the week, in addition to concerts and dances at “The Barn” a renowned attraction for local residents and visitors alike. There’s another excellent restaurant nearby at Big Intervale Fishing Lodge, which offers excellent food served by its friendly hosts in a spectacular mountain setting.

For excellent fresh-baked bread and pastries, sandwiches, extraordinary home-made soups, cappuccino, look no further than the Dancing Goat Bistro, a two-minute drive away. Also close by is MachPerson’s Store for daily needs, a well-stocked grocery with an excellent butcher. There’s another convenience store which stocks DVDs and a pizzeria for those who want a quick bite but don’t want the trouble.

Other nearby day trips:
Alexander Graham Bell Museum in Baddeck, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, music at Strathspey Place or the Red Shoe pub in Mabou, a nip or a tour at the Glenora Distillery, the spectacular vistas along the Broad Cove road. Hire a boat to take you on a tour of the coast, or out to Margaree Island, a wildlife sanctuary where seals play and eagles fly overhead.

Celtic Colours International Festival is October 9-17th 2009

You will have a lovely stay at this property!

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• Amenities
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking
• Beds
  • Queen Bed
  • Double Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed
  • Convertible Bed
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • CD Player
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Balcony
  • Lanai
• View/Location
  • Water View
  • Mountain View
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Theme Park (Amusement Park)
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Shelling
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Biking
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Basketball Court
  • Antiquing
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Miniature golf

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$150/night $Canadian(3 night minimum) .. $880/week CAD
Tax 13%
$200 Damage Deposit,refundable after inspection
50% deposit at time of booking by credit card.
Balance and Damage Deposit due on card 30 days prior to arrival
Full refund less $100 for cancellation up to 8 weeks prior to arrival
No refund if canceling within 8 weeks of arrival date.
cleaning fee $60 CAD

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 10/23/09
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    From our Homeaway listing: "Rating5 out of 5 Wonderful! scotiafriends Halifax, NS Review Submitted: August 17, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009 We spent a week at the Potter's Cottage in July 2009 and had a great time. It is very spacious, airy, with lots of light and good feeling all around. The property is well maintained and the interior is very clean, with nice beds, kitchen, TV, DVD, etc. Pretty well everything you need for a fine vacation is right here, or within a short drive, inclduing food stores and restaurants. A wee bit further away there are some cool beaches. Stewart and Bell were very warm and receptive. We were first timers to Cape Breton and the Margaree region was a real treat. I highly recommend this Cottage for families or couples."
• 07/10/09
  Positive Rating
  Tom Trimble , Toronto, ON
  • "Visiting Cape Breton was the highlight of our family trip to the East Coast and Potter's cottage was the perfect "base camp" to explore the Cape. We strongly recommend a hike of the Skyline Trail in the National Park as the vistas are breathtaking. We also enjoyed exploring the beaches and coves of the Margaree coast. As Potters cottage is at the base of the Cabot Trail it is centrally located to most of the attractions. You can pick up a delicious lunch at the Dancing Goat bakery and then go explore the many places to see around the Cape. Normaway Inn is also close by if you want a good dinner in a lovely setting. While not on the ocean, the Margaree river is close by and our boys went down for a quick swim at the end of the day. It apparently has wonderful salmon fishing. Finally Bell and Stewart were great and eager to make sure we were happy. The cottage was spotless when we arrived and well stocked with all the utensils you need. My wife and I are planning to return with our bicycles.
• 07/09/09
  Positive Rating
  Marianne , St-Lambert, Québec, Canada
  • How can you spend a better holiday than when you stand right in the middle of a postcard ?!.. This is exactly the feeling we had when we spent one week at Potter’s cottage last week. We were absolutely charmed by the beauty and serenity of this old farm place, coiled like a jewel in the green countryside. Children had plenty of space to run and play safely around the house while adults had plenty of room inside to cook, read, rest and plan the next trip to the Cabot trail. The cottage was most welcoming and confortable, renovated and very well equipped, studded with artistic touches that gave it a homey and unique look. Moreover, while its location garanteed quietness and serenity, it was minutes away from « civilisation » and services. As for the road leading to the sea, it was always a treat to get back on it, twenty minutes or so of pure delight watching the sloping landscape and searching for flying eagles. The real bonus coming with the postcard was the smile, the warmth and the discretion of our hosts, Stewart and Bell. Two artists whose pieces of art were in exhibition in a quaint barn close to the cottage, they were extremely helpful in making our holiday a special discovery of the place and the people. We left Potter’s cottage with the sad feeling of leaving friends behind and the acute desire to come back one day in this lovely haven.
• 07/06/09
  Positive Rating
  Mark Schacter , Ottawa, Ontario
  • My wife and I stayed in this property for two nights in mid-June. We were very comfortable and very satisfied with our stay. The house is a recently renovated family home. It has been decorated simply and tastefully by the owners. The kitchen/eating area is well-equipped and spacious, as is the sitting room. The bedrooms are cozy. The place is spotlessly clean. The house is well situated in the heart of the beautiful Margaree River valley
• 06/29/09
  Positive Rating
  Jim & Dawn Oren , Holland, MI
  • We had four peaceful nights at the Potter's Cottage. Stewart and Bell are great hosts, giving us ideas of things to do that only the locals know. The house was very spacious for our family of 5 and quite clean and comfortable. The central location to both sides of the Cabot Trail was a big plus for us. We highly recommend a stay at the Potter's Cottage.

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