Potter's Cottage in Lovely Margaree Valley
About the property
- Cottage1500 sqft
- Bedrooms3
- Sleeps5
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay0 - 3 nights
3 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 6 people
This country cottage is located in the heart of Cape Breton's Margaree Valley, known for its lush beauty, its proximity to the Cabot Trail and the top-knotch salmon fishing in the Margaree River. Located beside the Nile brook, this is the childhood home of renowned potter Bell Fraser, who has an established gallery in a barn on this property, but lives nearby on the coast in Chimney Corner.
The grounds are lovely and the trees put on a colourful show in fall. This home was built in the 1950’s, but has seen many improvements over the years; there's a renovated bathroom, hardwood floors, a fully equipped kitchen (with tile backsplashes executed by the potter). There are also a deck for BBQ’s, a living room, dining room, and a screened porch, which is perfect on a summer night.
There’s salmon and trout fishing, and excellent craft galleries nearby. We offer satellite TV, premium Wi-Fi and more, so you can unwind after a day on the Trail, the beach or any other day trips. There is a Master bedroom on the main floor with a Queen bed and direct access to the adjoining bathroom. There are two other bedrooms upstairs; one with a Queen bed and AC, and a second with a double and single bed. There is also a good spin-washer and dryer.
Property Manager
Stewart
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 15, 2018
About Stewart
Bell's father built this cottage in the 1950's for his growing family. Bell eventually took the property after her mother and father passed away. By that time, we had already built a house in Chimney Corner, on the coast. We still use the barn on the property during the summers to operate a gallery for our work, Cape Breton Clay, but the barn is far enough from the house to still afford complete privacy.
Stewart purchased this Cottage in 1955
Why Stewart chose Margaree Valley
This cottage is only two minutes from the Cabot Trail, and in one of the most beautiful, pastoral spots on Cape Beton. There are big lawns, lots of flower beds, trees, and a babbling brook which runs beside the property. The cottage is set back quite far from the road, and there is a generous driveway. You will also be close to a number of excellent eateries- good for brunches or excellent dinners. (The iconic Dancing Goat Bistro is 2 minutes away; it has gained a reputation Island-wide as the 'go-to' eatery, serving fresh, delicious breakfasts and lunches, along with all kinds of coffees, pastries and other fresh-baked goods). You're also a stone's throw from one of Canada's finest heritage rivers, the Margaree River, renowned world-wide for its salmon and trout fishing.
What makes this Cottage unique
There is also a good general store closeby, which stocks everything you will need, and has its own butchery. There is no shortage of things to do in the area. It's twenty minutes to the coast and three lovely beaches: Chimney Corner, Whale Cove and Margaree Harbour beaches are all spectacular! Chimney Corner is great for kids, with a gradual drop-off in the water; Whale Cove (5 minutes away) at which you can explore a fabulous bluff by the sea, with great views north and south, Margaree Harbour (7 minutes away), with its beach and two lighthouses. The Broad Cove area offers a spectacular scenic drive, a great beach and a buffalo ranch. Cheticamp, about 20 minutes away, offers glimpses into Acadian culture. Only minutes from Cheticamp is Cape Breton Highlands National Park, with trails, lookoffs and waterfalls. There are the gorgeous rolling hills of Mabou, and the town of Inverness, which offers music, pubs and food; the acclaimed new Cabot Cliffs and Cabot Cliffs golf courses by the sea (respectively #43 and #9 in the world, according to Golf Digest), which are only 20 minutes away and offer a unique golfing experience in Inverness. There are also renowned crafters in the area; interesting pottery, quilting, rug hooking, and folk art to be found locally.
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5
- Bedroom 11 queen, 1 sleep sofa /futon, ensuite bathrm.
- Bedroom 21 double
- Bedroom 31 double, 1 twin/ single
- Spacious veranda on main floor. I bedroom on the first floor, next to bathroom and living room; two bedrooms on the second floor.
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Bathroom 1toilet, combination tub/shower
- Good-sized, newly renovated 3 pc. bathroom on main floor, with new fixtures.
Location Type
- Mountain View
- River
- Rural
- Water Viewlocated beside brook
Theme
- Family
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Linens Provided
- Activities Guide
- Alarm Clock
- Basic Soaps
- Broadband Access
- Clothes Dryernew dryer in cottage
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Air Conditioningin upstairs bedroom.
- Paper Towels
- Parking Off Street
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailerlarge driveway can accommodate RV/ boat/trailer
- Telephone
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machinenew washer in cottage
- Wireless Internetfastest service available in area at 5 mb/sec.
Kitchen
- 4 Ring Stove
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Kitchenall equipment for cooking.
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 7 people
Entertainment
- Books
- Books for Adults
- DVD Player
- Satellite / CableMovie channels and sports included
- Stereo
- Television
Outside
- Balcony
- Lanai / Gazebo
- Outdoor Grill
- Porch / Veranda
- Wood Deck
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Attractions
- autumn foliage
- churches
- forests
- library
- live theater
- museums
- restaurants
- theme parks
- waterfalls
- winery tours
Leisure Activities
- paddle boating
- antiquing
- bird watching
- eco tourism
- horseback riding
- miniature golf
- beachcombing
- scenic drives
- shelling
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
Sports & Adventure Activities
- hunting
- basketball court
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- cycling
- kayaking
- rafting
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- snorkeling/diving
- swimming
- water tubing
Notes
- 'Ultra' high-speed (5 mb/s) wireless broadband. Ipod player available. Satellite TV features movie and sports channels.
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 9:30 AM
Cancellation Policy
Canceled bookings will not receive a refund
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Location
You’re close to most of the things you might like to see on Cape Breton. The Cabot Trail is two minutes away, and the ocean twenty minutes; there are four spectacular beaches which await you there. Cape Breton Highlands National Park is forty minutes away. 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 Cabot Trail, 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, and the Dancing Goat Bakery & Cafe for excellent fresh pastries, sandwiches and soups. Other Activities: Local paved airstrip closeby.
Availability
Additional information about rental rates
Tax rate 15% U.S. Visitors are getting approximately 25-30% premium/discount on currency conversion Although there is a statement "There is no refund on cancellation" this is not accurate; because our policy did not fit within the categories offered by Homeaway/VRBO, there is no option other than this statement, then adding this qualification: Guests CAN get refund if they give 90 days notice, minus fee of $275. We are fully booked each summer and cannot rebook easily when guests hold reservations for months then cancel close to arrival date. If cancellation within 60 days of arrival, owner will try to rebook cottage if at all possible; if he can rebook, he will refund what he gets, minus $150. BOOKINGS IN ONE WEEK BLOCKS ONLY; UP TO TWO OR THREE WEEKS- CHANGEOVERS ON FRIDAYS ONLY 50% deposit at time of booking by credit card. Balance due on card 60 days before arrival. If dates requested fall within 60 days of booking request, all funds will be payable at booking date.