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240 Acre Farm and Three Cottages overlooking the Brasdor lakes in Baddeck!

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View of the lake from main house. Studio bedroom cottage.
Exterior
View from Main House deck.
View of adjacent cottage from main deck.
Lower deck off of Main House deck.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

4 bedroomsSleeps 9353.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Baddeck, NS
  • Popular LocationGaelic College of Celtic Arts and Crafts16 min drive
  • Popular LocationBras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre21 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoss Ferry Provincial Park42 min drive
  • AirportSydney, NS (YQY)69 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Adjacent Cottage

Main House master bedroom

Main House Single bedroom

Main House Twin Bedroom

Adjacent Cottage Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Main House Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

240 Acre Farm and Three Cottages overlooking the Brasdor lakes in Baddeck!

This Beautiful 200 acre secluded property overlooks the Brasdor lakes. You are just ten minutes from Baddeck, The Hub of the world famous Cabot Trail, and summer home of Alexander Graham Bell. There are two separate cottages with spectacular views. The main house includes a new full kitchen and dining area and sleeps five. The new adjoining cottage sleeps two with a full bathroom and a small kitchenette. There is a loft accessed by a spiral staircase, leading to a full bed. Perfect for a young guest who is a good stair climber. The studio cottage is a large bedroom, perfect for an adult couple. It features a queen bed, a private deck and full bath.

Baddeck is the beginning and end of the Cabot Trail. There are numerous fine restaurants and specialty stores in the area. Envision your family and friends exploring Cape Breton Island and returning to this beautiful vacation home!

Golfers will love this location as it is half way beetween Cabot Links in Inverness and and Highland Links in Ingonish and just ten minutes from Bell Baye golf Club in Baddeck.

''Cabot Links'' aka ''Bandon Dunes East'' Was just ranked in the 'Top 100 Golf Courses in The World' by Golf Digest!
Bandon Dunes of Oregon has just developed the first true links course in Canada.This spectacular golf course is located in Inverness which is just 40 miles along The Cabot Trail from Baddeck.

Cape Breton Highlands Golf Course is ranked as one of the top 100 golf courses in the North America. Take the spectacular Cabot Trail and drive 58 beautiful miles to Ingonish to play this historic course.

The Bell Bay Golf Course is one of Canada's top golf course. It is located 7 miles from the house. Bell Bay offers spectacular views and outstanding championship golf. The views of The Brasdor Lakes are stunning and this course can prepare you for the two world class courses North and Southwest of Baddeck.

Brasdor Lakes 70 plus degrees in August: The Brasdor Lakes offer Sailing, Motorboating, and surprisingly warm swimming due to the Gulf Stream. Boats may be chartered in Baddeck and there are daily sailing cruises from the government wharf in Baddeck which is 15 minutes from our house. You can also swim just below the house adjacent to the old car ferry.

Spectacular Hiking and Wildlife: Guests can step right outside and hike throughout 200 acres of woods or go down to the shore. Cape Breton offers numerous trails for hiking along the Cabot Trail. Just 5 miles away is Donelda's Puffin Tour's in St. Ann's Bay. Donelda's refitted lobster boat will take you to Bird Island to see Puffins, Bald Eagles and Seals and much more.

Property manager

Katie Fagan

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Ocean view
View of Boat Cottage, Kids' Beach, Steps, and Walkway to Dock Area
Baddeck Bay: Lakeside Boathouse Cottage with Dock
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
9.8 out of 10, (29 reviews)
Baddeck Bay: Lakeside Boathouse Cottage with Dock

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No food items are to be left in the refrigerator or the cabinets. A portion of the damage deposit will be withheld for this inconvenience.
All trash needs to be bagged correctly and placed in the black bin at the end of the driveway. No trash is to be left outside, EVER.
If there is too much trash. Please take it to: Baddeck Transfer Station, 445 Old Margree Road.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number RYA-2021-00-03241247202521191-1122

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Big Harbour

this cottage is located in Big Harbour. St. Anns Provincial Park and Bell Bay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre and Ross Ferry Provincial Park. Water skiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Baddeck, NS

What's nearby

  • Gaelic College of Celtic Arts and Crafts - 16 min drive
  • St. Anns Provincial Park - 18 min drive
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 21 min drive
  • Ross Ferry Provincial Park - 42 min drive
  • Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobster Galley - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Flynn's Beaver Cove Foods - ‬73 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Geoff Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation on Bras d'Or
Amazing getaway for a large family or group. Each of the cottages are clean and roomy with a great atmosphere and plenty of space. Katie is a friendly and communicative host - even though we didn't need any help, I have no doubt she would have helped us resolve any issue quickly. Looking forward to booking again next time we're in Cape Breton!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taigh Mor
This fabulous property exceeded our expectations on our family vacation in Cape Breton.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brendan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Property
I've stayed in ton of VRBOs and this is definitely top 5. The view is incredible and having three separate cottages was awesome for our group. Would HIGHLY recommend to anyone staying in the Baddeck area.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo W., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FABULOUS!
Gorgeous property. Well laid-out. Great views. Perfect location in Cape Breton Island. We had a wonderful time. Can't wait to return again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Quarantine
Unique Property with beautiful views. Decent kitchen facilities (could use a better BBQ). Overall a great place to be stuck for 14 days.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
This property is amazing. From the stunning water views framed by a spacious lawn to the three separate cottages, to the close proximity to the Cabot Trail as well as downtown Baddeck…it was perfect for our family retreat of 3 couples. The owner/manager Katie Fagan was very helpful during the booking process as well as during our stay. We will remember this trip for years to come and would highly recommend this experience to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beddeck
Great place. Great views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
We would return again
We enjoyed ourselves and had an outstanding time. We would recommend it to others. The owners were always available to us
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgiann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottges
The three cottages are perfect for a group of adults. Everyone had their own space as well as plenty of room to congregate. Each cottage is charmingly decorated and each has a spectacular view of the lake. The thrid cottage now has a full bathroom. There were fans in each room which were great on the 3-4 warm days that we had. The location is perfect- close enough to Baddeck for dinner but far enough away to be completely peaceful. The owner was very responsive for the few small issues that arose. I would return without hesistation.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family cottage holiday at its best!
Thoroughly enjoyed our family holiday at the farm! Daytrips around Cape Breton Island were memorable and quiet days/evenings at the beautiful cottages equally enjoyed. We holidayed with 3 married children and a 1 yr old grandson. All the baby items were onsite. Lots of room for everyone to play games/eat together. The kitchen fully equipped. The three cottages allowed everyone to spread out and have some quiet times. The deck views were beautiful! We holidayed late August so bugs were few, the tempertures very comfortable and the wild blueberries plentiful! The only disappointment was we had to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Jeanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
The house was great for our family of 8 and having the 2 separate cottages was nice giving some their own space. The view was beautiful and relaxing. Location is in a private area and a short 20 minute drive from Baddeck center. Everything is in the house that you need. Great windows open at night for a breeze. We enjoyed the Cabot Trail and did the Skyline walk, Amoeba Sail boat from Baddeck, Glenora Destillery, Red Shoe Pub, drinks and lunch at Cabot Links, golf at Bell Bay in Baddeck, Tubing down the Margaree River (highlight) and Spruce Hill Brewery (great for an afternoon of music and beer) and visits to a few beaches in Inverness and Sydney. Only recommendation is to have a portable fan for every room in the summer as it was hot during the week we were there in July. Also bring bug spray for mosquitos and black flies as they were everywhere in Cape Breton but the spray helps a bit. Great week, we loved Cape Breton. Thank you for lettings us rent your property.

10/10 Excellent

Jerome L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat in convenient 3-house setup
We were looking for a vacation rental to accomodate a group of 5 adults and 4 children and the 3-house property proved ideal: clean, peaceful, functional. Baddeck is 15 minutes away and has everything you need. The patio is great and there is lots of playing space for kids , but the abundance of black flies limited our ability to enjoy it fully -- apparently this year is exceptional in this regard. The owners were quick to respond to our inquiries and made great recommendations (Red Shoe Pub in Mabou among them). Overall a great stay in Cape Breton.

8/10 Good

Margaret B.

Home away from home
The three buildings on this property are located right on Bras d’Or Lake. Stunning views of the sunrise. They are centrally located between Baddeck and the Gaelic College and so excellent for the Celtic Colours Festival. The main house kitchen was well equipped. The living area was comfortable and the large deck had very relaxing views. The main house and studio with the bathroom did need moderate attention for cleaning when we arrived which the owners attended to the next day. Given the cost, we would have expected everything to be checked before our arrival. On site laundry and clothesline were very useful. The owners were very helpful when it came to sorting out the dates we wanted to stay as it was their end of season. The owners were also available by phone and email and were very quick to respond which we appreciated. So, overall, it was a wonderful setting at the end of a quiet road. A great get-away.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Donna G., Dahlonega, GA

Bras d'Ors Bliss!
The farm was a wonderful place to stay for our entire family. We had 3 couples, one with baby, and three teenagers. The view was beautiful and the location convenient. The owner was responsive to every inquiry and question. The only down side was the internet is anemic which was only important for work that couldn't wait.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rob T.

Amazing property with extremely thoughtful hosts - we had a great family vacation in Baddeck!
Exquisite property - great escape for anyone looking to unplug.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

Gorgeous Property with Spectacular Views and Ideal Location
What a week in Baddeck! We drove up to Cape Breton from Boston to spend quality time with our three children and family friends-and that we did! We chose this property because of the pictures on VRBO, and they don't lie! Because we arrived after dark, we couldn't appreciate the view until the morning. And boy oh boy-what a way to wake up. We took our cups of coffee, and sat outside on the expansive deck. What a wonderful place to take it all in! The cottages were the perfect place to share with another family. They were clean and comfortable, and had everything we needed (and the lack of television was much needed for our children!) Most days we ventured out to explore Cape Breton, and Baddeck was the ideal location...right in the middle of everything. We went up to the Highlands and visited Ingonish Beach which our kids loved! And we all loved the views as we drove there-the Cabot Trail is a must if you're coming to stay. Another day we traveled on the other side of Cape Breton, to Mabou, to show our children where their Great Grandmother grew up. But Baddeck itself has a quaint downtown to explore-artsy shops, coffee/tea store, ice cream, and a few restaurants to dine at. But going on the Amoeba sailboat was a definite highlight. The crew gave a detailed history of Baddeck, and sailed us by a pair of Bald Eagles who were awaiting the fish the Captain threw out to them. We've taken our family to Disney World, to resorts, a cruise, but this vacation "was our favorite"-out of the mouths of babes. Our 13 year old loved riding his mountain bike around the area, and waking up early to fish. The kind-hearted and generous landscaper, Tony, shared his favorite fishing spot with our son, and he was eager to go there! While there, he bumped into Tony who not only shared the fishing spot, but also, several filets of mackerel from his "catch of the day"! We found this generosity and kindness typical with all of the Canadians we met and chatted with during our stay. It's another reason why we will definitely return. And when we do, we hope we can stay at the Fagan's beautiful homestead again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Perfect spot!
It was our first time traveling to Nova Scotia and we had an amazing time. The cottages were perfect for our group. We had two adults and a baby in the main cottage, and one adult in another. We enjoyed cooking many meals together, and loved sitting on the deck reading and taking in the view. It was nice to have Baddeck just a 10 min or so drive away. It was a great central location for exploring spots on the Cabot trail. We also loved taking the ferry in Baddeck over to the island and walking, hanging out by the lighthouse, and enjoying the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Great Vacation Spot
I have been meaning to write this review for some time to let others know about this wonderful vacation spot. My husband and I spent a week here in August, 2016 with two other couples and we found it the perfect base for exploring Cape Breton Island. The setting is very private and peaceful, with spectacular views of the lake. The cottages are beautiful and really comfortable; everything you need and more. The main cottage was a terrific gathering space with a well stocked kitchen and comfortable living room and dining room. It was also ideal for us to be able to spread out among the three cottages for a little privacy at nighttime or whenever. The deck is another great space to enjoy meals and relaxation, although we did have some problems with biting insects. The owners, Katie and Jamie, were great to work with, both during the booking process and while we were on Cape Breton. They were there the same week we were, in a separate cottage down the hill. They were friendly and had helpful suggestions on restaurants, puffin tours, etc., but were never intrusive. The town of Baddeck is a great base for exploring Cape Breton Island, with nice restaurants and shops and easy access to the rest of Cape Breton Island. We can recommend this property without hesitation!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Beautiful peaceful welcoming location!
I was travelling with 7 other adults and this property couldn't have suited us better. All three cottages were clean and we felt right at home. Having the three separate living places everyone had their personal space. The view was breath taking. Katie and Jamie were wonderful to communicate with,response time was very quick. I would definitely rent their vacation rental again. 10 out of 10. Thanks for the memories Lisa
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

David A.

Stress just melts away!
We spent a week at this wonderful property in Big Harbour NS just outside of Baddeck. The views were magnificent and the cottages wonderful. Easy access to the town for supplies and within short driving distances of everything on the island you could want. Swam and fished each day. Weather was perfect for late summer. Owners were very helpful in providing all information needed and more. Highly recommend!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Perfect Place in Cape Breton
This property turned out to be a perfect location for touring Cape Breton, very central and convenient with beautiful views of the lakes and just minutes to Baddeck when we needed a little "civilization." The four of us had way more than enough room, with two staying in the main house and two in the adjacent cottage, we didn't need the lower cottage but it too was very nice. The house is well-stocked with everything you need for cooking, trips to the beach and cleaning plus fun amenities like games and lots of books to fill the down times. The hammock on the deck got a lot of use too! The owners are very friendly and responsive and in fact were staying next door at their boat cottage while we were there. They really know the area and gave us plenty of tips for dining and things to do. The little town of Baddeck was great with several good restaurants, shopping, the excellent Alexander Graham Bell museum and several places to catch a performance of local, traditional music. Cape Breton is big and there are a ton of things to see and do, we hardly scratched the surface in our one week there, I guess we'll have to come back and stay in this amazing house again sometime soon!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Emma H.

A stylish & spacious house in beautiful setting
The houses and location suited our extended family group, although an additional bathroom in the main house would have made it perfect! The setting is beautiful (but the flying insects sadly prevented us making full use of the great deck areas) and there is lots to see and do on CBI. Car essential! We recommend you visit Louisbourg (make sure you take a sweater as it will be foggy, then stop for dinner at the Black Spoon Bistro in North Sydney on the way back), the artists' studios around St Ann's bay, Acadian Cheticamp and its lovely beach Plage St Pierre (buy a lobster roll at the seafood stop on the way), the Highland Village Museum at Iona and of course Baddeck.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stacey C.

Relaxing
This vacation rental is perfect for families. The cottages have amazing views. These views were an excellent way to start your day. We used the main cottage for cooking and dinners. Great for all ages. Baddeck was a short distance with restaurants and small shops. National Park 1.5 hours approx. Worth the drive. Inverness had the most amazing beach. This was about an hour drive. Owners were very helpful. A couple of things to keep in mind: You do not have access to the water for swimming from rental units. The bugs were very bad, which made it impossible to sit outside for any length of time. This was due to the late start of the season. The winter was long and hard this year and made July more like May/June. Bugs are not typically an issue in July. It did put a bit of a damper on the trip as the decks are so awesome at these properties. They call for gathering with friends and families. We would have liked to have used it more. Otherwise this spot is an excellent get away. I couldn't find the words to describe how beautiful Cape Brenton is.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Shimmering sunshine on blue wAters a peaceful retreat
Wow, what an impressive setting for this small group of cabins. Our group arrived over several days. Each of us had a private space. We really had peaceful awakenings here north of baddeck. Combine that with the wonderful music of the area. Highly recommended. Met all my expectations
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Favorite Vacation
Our family of five had one of our most favorite vacations ever in this magical spot. It is hard to not just stand and stare at the gorgeous view, and each of the houses is charming, updated and comfortable. The property is well-situated for all the compelling sight-seeing this beautiful area offers, at the same time providing the kind of privacy and expanse that is rare to find in a rental. Property owners are extremely gracious and accommodating...we loved being here and can't recommend this special place more highly.

About the host

Hosted by Katie Fagan

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Our descendants all come from Cape Breton and moved to Halifax and Boston in the early 1900's but Cape Breton is where our heart's are. Three generations of family come back each year to this very special part of the world that is so beautiful and a respite from the heat and pace of city life.


Why they chose this property

Our parents were avid sailors and The Brasdor lakes provide some of the best saling in the world. Our property is right on the water with spectacular views so they fell in love with the property on their cruises throughout the lakes back in the 50's.

What makes this property unique

This a Two Hundred Forty acre property with three cottages. The main house offers a great family gathering place, the adjacent cottage offers great privacy and finally there is a one bedroom art studio. The main cottage has a brand new expansive deck that is wonderful for taking in the spectacular views and reading books.

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English
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